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From Mississippi River inspired reflections to in-depth analysis of River-related policy, the 1 Mississippi blog roll is a must-read. Primarily authored by 1 Mississippi staff, we also offer this space for guest blogs. Please contact info@1mississippi.org with submissions and questions!
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Memphis Area Clean-Up: McKellar Lake
McKellar Lake-Mississippi River Clean-up: Please consider joining us for a clean-up on April 30th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at McKellar Lake in Memphis, TN. Parking will take place on the Jack Carley Causeway and we will walk down to the lake...
America’s Food Future: The U.S. Food Bill on Your Table – Missouri
This month, all over Missouri, the Missouri Coalition for the Environment will be hosting forums on the Farm Bill (or, as they call it, the Food Bill) and its effects on your dinner. Read more here. Join organizations across Missouri to learn how...
High Prices Put Pressure on Conservation Program
In a time of already tightened belts, its easy to see why some farmers are taking their lands out of the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The CRP is a program under the Farm Bill that pays farmers for not farming on highly erodible land. At the...
River of Song
The Mississippi River has inspired people living in the United States for generations. We can listen back in our musical history and find artists whose sounds, inspired by the River, delight and haunt us. But what about musicians today? Is the...
TAKE ACTION in IOWA
Because you live in a Mississippi River state, you have a responsibility to help protect this national treasure. Urge your member of Congress to protect the conservation programs in the 2011 and 2012 budgets. Contact your Senators today. Here’s...
TAKE ACTION in MINNESOTA
Because you live in a Mississippi River state, you have a responsibility to help protect this national treasure. Urge your member of Congress to protect the conservation programs in the 2012 budget. Contact your Senator today. Here’s how: E-mail...
TAKE ACTION in MISSISSIPPI
Because you live in a Mississippi River state, you have a responsibility to help protect this national treasure. Urge your member of Congress to protect the conservation programs in the 2012 budget. Contact your Congressperson today. Here’s how:...
Fix a leak, save a buck, help the Mississippi
Listen carefully. What is that sound? That dripping that keeps you awake at night is more than just shoddy plumbing – that’s the sound of your money--and our children’s future—going down the drain. According to a statement recently put out by the...
Juke Joint Festival April 14-17
Live blues music. Plant-a-Wish Celebration. 1Mississippi Exhibit. Live carving demonstration. Canoeing and kayaking on the Sunflower River. Introducing Stand Up Paddleboards to the Sunflower! Canoeing Workshops and Rentals. Guided Adventures...
Support the River, Save Water!
An easy way to save money and water is by making simple fixes in your home. Not sure if you havea leak? The EPA suggests checking your water meter before and after a two hour period when no water is being used. If the meter detects use, you've got...
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...
Free sportsman’s getaway for two on the River!
From Vanishing Paradise's website: "It’s a sportsman’s dream come true: a 2-day, 3-night cast and blast vacation for you and a friend courtesy of Captain Ryan Lambert and Cajun Fishing Adventures. Round-trip airfare for two is also included,...
St. Paul Restoration Supervisor Needed!
Position Title: Restoration Supervisor About St. Paul Parks - Environmental Services The City of Saint Paul is committed to protecting, enhancing, and providing access to the city's natural resources. The Environmental Services section coordinates...
Amid Budget Turmoil, Find Calm at Farmers Markets
The news is swarming with stories about the federal and state budgets as proposals are introduced, rescinded and reproposed. There is real confusion and fear about what the cuts might mean for families, workers and farmers. Almost certainly, there...
Aaron Reedy at TEDxSMU 2009
Aaron Reedy is a Chicago public school science teacher who canoed the Mississippi in an effort to inspire his students. Listen to Reedy tell his story here.
Where is my Farmer’s Market?
As stated on their website, Local Harvest is "the number one informational resource for the Buy Local movement and the top place on the Internet where people find information on direct marketing family farms." Use their service to find your...
Invasive Fish are Delicious Problems
America, we’ve got a delicious problem on our hands. Enormous fish have invaded our Big River and are threatening to move into the Great Lakes. Asian Carp are breeding fast and pushing native species out of their homes. Introducing invasive species...
Lower Mississippi River Water Trail
Put in at at the mouth of the St. Francis River (10 miles N. of Helena, Arkansas). 113 miles on the river. Take-out at Arkansas City. This is a journey through some of the wildest & remote islands & forests of the Lower Mississippi. ...
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Step 3
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