River Days of Action 2024 is June 1- 15, 2024. Last year was our most impactful yet with over 60 participating organizations and thousands of people attending 35 events. Together, we made a big splash for the Mississippi River's people, land, water, and wildlife!
Are you ready to have fun making a difference for the Mississippi River? Join in on over 30 in-person and online events. From canoe adventures and restoration events to inspiring webinars and family fun, there is something for everyone!
The Mississippi River Network’s River Days of Action connects thousands of people to celebrate and take action for the people, land, water, and wildlife. Together, we are
1 Mississippi!
Find an In-Person or Online Event Near You!
Invasive Plant Pull at William H. Houlton Conservation Area
William H. Houlton Conservation Area 1801 Main St NW, Elk River, United StatesJoin Friends of the Mississippi River staff and volunteers for a morning of habitat restoration at the William H. Houlton Conservation Area. The William H. Houlton Conservation Area is a […]
Pull garlic mustard at Camel’s Hump Park and Open Space
Camel's Hump Park and Open Space 7600 Burr Oak Cove S., cottage grove, MN, United StatesJoin us for a summer work night removing garlic mustard and other invasive plants from Camel's Hump Park and Open Space. This City of Cottage Grove site is home to […]
Mississippi River Paddle Weekend
Mississippi Crossings 307 E River Pkwy, Champlin, MN, United StatesPaddling on the Mississippi is a sublime activity, and the Mississippi River Paddle Weekend has a plethora of Tours, Races, and Relays for everyone from beginners to ultra-endurance athletes! All […]
Mississippi River Community Celebration
Mississippi Crossings, Champlin, MN 307 E River Pkwy, Champlin, MN, United StatesThe Mississippi River Community Celebration is part of the Mississippi River Paddle Weekend, open to everyone, and free to attend! You don't have to be a paddler to experience this […]
Spirit of Water: A Celebration with Mississippi River
Hidden Falls Regional Park 1313 Hidden Falls Dr, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe event is designed to highlight the care and responsibility involved in protecting and sharing valuable water resources—like Mississippi River—that in today’s world are often hidden by infrastructure and institutions. […]
We also count on your support. It’s free to participate in most River Days of Action events, but your support helps cover program costs and our work to protect the people, land, water, and wildlife of the Mississippi River.
Questions or comments?
Contact info@1mississippi.org
Step 1
Become a River Citizen
Yes! The River can count on me!
I am committed to protecting the Mississippi River. Please keep me informed about actions I can take to protect the Mississippi River as a River Citizen, and send me my free e-book!, Scenes From Our Mighty Mississippi!
Step 2
LEARN ABOUT THE RIVER
We protect what we know and love. As a River Citizen, you’ll receive our email newsletter and updates, which offer countless ways to engage with and learn more about the River. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter) , and YouTube, where we share about urgent issues facing the River, such as nutrient pollution, the importance of floodplains and wetlands, and bedrock legislation such as Farm Bill Conservation Programs.
Step 3
Take Action
There are many ways you can jump in and take action for a healthy Mississippi River. Our 10 actions list includes simple steps you can take at any time and wherever you are. Check out our action center for current action alerts, bigger projects we are working on, and ways to get involved.