This August 7th the annual Friendsville Days Parade will block the usual Maple Avenue access until 1:00 pm. The town park will also be closed to paddlers. Boaters wishing to drop a shuttle car in town have two choices. First, from the Friendsville Exit, go south on Route 42 towards Sang Run. Turn left on 1st Avenue and enter the town south of Maple Street. Park on First Street or major side streets like Chestnut Street or Oak Street. After running the river, walk to your car and drive it to the takeout. Please do not park by the river on Morris or Water Streets unless invited by a property owner. Or enjoy the parade, then meet after 1:00 pm on Maple Street and run your shuttle as usual. After the parade there will be all-day festivities at the town park including food, music, crafts, a car show, and fireworks. Drop by after running the river!