by Staff | Mar 31, 2016 | Blog, Wildlife
Here in the Mississippi River region, Ruby-throated hummingbirds bring great joy to birdwatchers and nature lovers after a long winter’s absence. Upon returning to their North American breeding grounds from the south, many hummingbirds often make the...
by Staff | Nov 10, 2015 | Blog, Field Notes
This has been a unique summer for the Lower Mississippi River and the animals that thrive in its complex ecosystem. The high water levels that lasted well into August created an interesting boom in the reproduction of fish, reptiles, and amphibians, as well benefiting...
by Staff | Jul 24, 2015 | Blog, River Culture, Water Quality, Wetlands and Floodplains
Throughout my life I’ve been confused about the complex structure of our society and our goals for humanity. It started in third grade when I told my class that I wanted to be a humanitarian. Not understanding the goals of a capitalistic society at the time, I...
by Staff | May 20, 2015 | Blog, Field Notes, Wetlands and Floodplains, Wildlife
The month of March brings the snow melt and the warm rains to the Mississippi River Watershed. The melt from the Rockies in Wyoming feed the Bighorn and Tongue Rivers, while entering the Yellowstone River in Montana. The Grand and Cheyenne Rivers in South Dakota, the...
by Staff | Apr 7, 2015 | Blog
Smells like Team Spirit Hello River Citizens! Every March, your local 1 Mississippi Outreach Assistants come together to learn more about the Mississippi River and how to rally River Citizens more effectively. One of the most amazing weekends of the year for our team,...
