River News
The Blog
From inspired reflections to in-depth policy analysis, the 1 Mississippi blog roll is a must read. Primarily authored by Mississippi River Network staff and member organizations; we also offer this space for guest blogs.
Please contact info@1mississippi.org with submissions!
Where the Mississippi and America’s Land and Water Conservation Program Meet
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was passed in 1964 to ensure American's public access to outdoor recreation. Since then the law has helped create and improve thousands of projects across the country, from National Parks to neighborhood...
Recent public meetings on Upper Mississippi River allowed for citizens to be heard!
This past summer, the Upper Mississippi River Basin Association (UMRBA) held six public listening sessions for members of the community such as farmers, activists, and concerned citizens who utilize the River. On September 7th, Amitie F., a local...
Nature Lover/Conservation Biologist/1 Mississippi Outreach Coordinator
So, who is this guy? I suppose the best way to get to know me is to have a view of my journey through life. The new Regional Outreach Coordinator for the 1 Mississippi program based out of the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in...
The Newsletter
The 1 Mississippi newsletter is one of the most sought-out monthly publications on the River! We share current River happenings, action alerts, upcoming local events, and much more.
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October 2019: What happened on the River in October? 1 Mississippi River Citizen updates!
We present to you your 1 Mississippi Monthy River Citizen Oct. 2019 newsletter. Includes: public meetings allowed for citizens to be heard; new website launch; welcome new outreach coordinator based in Dubuque, IA; where the River and LWCF meet; Relay of Voices nears Gulf; River News.
September 2019: Flowing into Fall on the Mississippi River
As Fall settles on the Mississippi River, we extend our gratitude to all who participated in last months’ River Citizens Challenge and to those who have shown up for the River this summer! From growing the community by spreading the word about 1 Mississippi (the only national public program dedicated to protecting and restoring the Mississippi River from headwaters to gulf) to taking advocacy action and attending local River-focused events.
August 2019: End-of-Summer River Citizen Challenge is on!
From armchairs to wading boots, River Citizens protect the River by speaking up on its behalf and caring for it in simple ways that make a big difference. Together, we can protect the River for future generations.
Step 1
Become a River Citizen
Yes! The River can count on me!
I am committed to protecting the Mississippi River and will take at least three actions to care for this valuable resource. Please keep me informed about actions I can take to protect the Mississippi River as a River Citizen:
Step 2
Educate Yourself
The 1 Mississippi program is implemented by the Mississippi River Network and is the nation’s only grassroots outreach effort focused on the entire Mississippi River with the goal to educate the public on the urgent issues facing the River. The Mississippi River Network is a coalition of over 55 organizations working toward a healthy and resilient River for the land, water, wildlife, and people.
Nutrient pollution
Importance of floodplains and wetlands
Farm bill conservation programs
Step 3
Take Action
There are many ways you can take action for a healthy Mississippi River. We have a list of 10 actions you can take now. Check out our action center for current action alerts, bigger projects we are working on, and ways to get involved. You can also check out our events calendar to see what events are happening in your area.