To Boat or to Board? Paddling on the Mississippi

I grew up on the St. Croix River, and went to college at the University of Minnesota, whose campus includes the National Park region of the Mississippi River. It’s safe to say I don’t shy away from the chance to recreate on any river. What I love about the Mississippi...

Iowa & Illinois River Citizens Explore the Mississippi

On August 3, 2012, River Citizens from Iowa and Illinois joined 1 Mississippi for a Mississippi Explorer Cruise. The pontoon boat left from Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galena, IL and took guests into the backwaters of the Mississippi. Attendees enjoyed the beautiful...

New Lower Mississippi River Water Trail

Local Communities to Benefit from New River Recreation, Nature-Based Economic Development HELENA, ARKANSAS: The first leg of a new Lower Mississippi River Water Trail has been established through the conservation of Buck Island near Helena, Arkansas, thanks to the...

Expedition 1000

From the man who skateboarded across the length of Australia (West to East) comes Expedition 1000, the ultimate adventure bucket list. Dave Cornthwaite is in the midst of raising £1,000,000 ($1,613,000) for charity by travelling 25 routes of 1,000 non-motor-powered...