by Staff | May 2, 2014 | Blog, Take Action
“The Mississippi River supports jobs, provides food and water and gives our culture and traditions a sense of permanence. Yet, so many times, it is taken for granted but we, as mayors, certainly do not.” – Roy Buol, Mayor of Dubuque and River Citizen Like many...
by Staff | Apr 17, 2014 | Blog, River Culture
An authentic experience is the cornerstone of why Americans travel. Many families have advanced from those days when we adhered to a rigid vacation plan and instead explore an area and seek fishing, hunting, paddling, historical/cultural opportunities. In 2013, the...
by Staff | Apr 15, 2014 | Blog, Newsletter, Take Action
As our country celebrates Earth Day next week, we celebrate the people who make Earth Day every day. The Mississippi River Network members’ staff dedicate their time to create a cleaner Mississippi River for all of us. The Network is strong because its members...
by Staff | Apr 11, 2014 | Blog, Field Notes
We rise from our tents well rested from the evening of storms and high winds and in good spirits for our last day on the Arkansas River. The day is pristine as everything looks as if its been washed clean by the storm. Our campsite is full of water, except the mounds...
by Staff | Mar 31, 2014 | Blog, Mississippi River News
In 1986 Congress authorized the Upper Mississippi River Restoration (also known as the Environmental Management Program) to restore and enhance river habitat and mitigate the environmental impacts of the lock and dam system on the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers. With...
