River Days Of Action 2023: Become a River Citizen
Hosted by: Mississippi River Network
At Mississippi Park Connection, we believe that through partnership, we make a difference. That’s why we are proud to be one of 50+ organizations that make up the Mississippi River Network. Together, we are a diverse coalition working to protect the land, water, wildlife, and people of North America’s greatest river, the Mississippi.
From June 8-18th, 2023, the Mississippi River Network is hosting River Days of Action. Attend more than 30 in-person and virtual events from Headwaters to Gulf of the Mississippi River and across the country. Learn more and find an event near you at www.1mississippi.org.
Take immediate action for the river by signing the public petition to Protect and increase Funding for Farm Bill Conservation Programs.
Schedule of Events
More than 30 events are taking place as part of MRN’s River Days of Action, covering many different topics and interests. From happy hours to river clean-ups to virtual policy presentations! Here are a few “flagship” events to consider:
June 8
4:00pm-7:00pm: River Days of Action 2023 Kick-off Event at Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative
June 9
June 9-11: Mississippi River Paddle Weekend in Coon Rapids (Post-Paddle Party and Community Event on Sunday, 6/11). Coon Rapids and other Cities, MN
8:00am-2:00pm: Bridging Winona: Fannie Lou Hamer 60th Commemoration and Celebration (Land Owner Summit). Winona Baptist Church (Winona, MS)
June 10
June 9-11: Mississippi River Paddle Weekend in Coon Rapids (Post-Paddle Party and Community Event on Sunday, 6/11). Coon Rapids and other Cities, MN
10:00am-1:00pm: Paddle Event: The Great River Restoration Celebration. Colvill Park (Red Wing, MN)
June 11
June 9-11: Mississippi River Paddle Weekend in Coon Rapids (Post-Paddle Party and Community Event on Sunday, 6/11). Coon Rapids and other Cities, MN
10:00am-2:00pm: Puppet-Making Event: The Great River Restoration Celebration. Lake City Arts (Salt Lake City, MN)
June 12
12:00pm-1:00pm: Webinar: Reckoning with the Environmental Movement’s Past for a More Equitable Future. Webinar Online via Zoom
June 13
6:00pm-8:00 pm: TAKE ACTION! Lift Bridge Brewery + Downtown Stillwater Loop Trail (Stillwater, MN)
June 14
7:00pm-8:30pm: Online Celebration - Will Mississippi Speed Record be the Fastest to Paddle the River? Webinar Online via Zoom
June 15
12:00pm-1:00pm: Webinar: Climate Science Needs on the Mississippi River: How Does Climate Change Impact the Mississippi River? How Does the Mississippi River Impact Climate Change? Webinar Online via Zoom
5:00pm-7:00pm: Walk & Learn: Ford Area C and Twin Cities Locks ad Dams. Hidden Falls Regional Park, North gate entrance (St. Paul, MN)
6:00pm-8:00pm: Camel’s Hump Garlic Mustard Pull. Camel's Hump Park (Cottage Grove, MN)
June 16
12:00pm-1:00pm: Webinar: How the Farm Bill Helps Create a Healthier Mississippi River and Why Your Action Is Needed Today. Webinar Online via Zoom
June 17:
8:00am-1:00pm. Mississippi River at Mill City Farmers Market. Mill City Farmers Market (Minneapolis, MN)
9:00am-5:00 pm. Building a Giant H20Asis Rain and Pollinator Garden in NE Minneapolis. Minneapolis, MN
9:30am-11:00am. (Online) Nature Connection and Community: A Mindful Experience for River Days of Action [2023 Special Closing Event]. Webinar Online via Zoom
About the Mississippi River Network:
The Mississippi River Network is a coalition of nearly 70 organizations and over 20,000 1 Mississippi “River Citizens” dedicated to creating a healthier Mississippi River by working for the well-being of the River’s people, land, water, and wildlife from the headwaters to the Gulf. The Mississippi is truly America’s River—a critical source of water for 20 million people, a diverse and critical habitat for wildlife, the backbone of our economy and a rich part of our heritage. We want to make the River a national priority for restoration and protection. Together, we are protecting the River for future generations. Can the River count on you?
About 1 Mississippi
1 Mississippi is a national public program designed to educate, engage, and inspire residents to take action to protect the Mississippi River. By signing up as River Citizens, people show their commitment to the River and agree to take action on its behalf. Mississippi River Network members implement the program locally along the entire River. Since 2009, the program has recruited 20,000 River Citizens and inspired thousands of actions.
About River Citizens and taking action:
River Citizens are people who want to clean up and protect our country’s greatest River. Whether in armchairs or wading boots, River Citizens protect the River by speaking up on its behalf and caring for it in simple ways that make a big difference. Together, we can protect the River for future generations. Take the first step andsign up as a River Citizen today.
