Membership

When you become a member of Mississippi Park Connection, you will share a commitment to supporting and protecting the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area— the national park in the heart of the Twin Cities.   

Your membership helps in many ways:  

  • Connecting thousands of kids with outdoor learning experiences in the park every year 

  • Restoring habitat along the river with the help of more than 5,000 volunteers 

  • Preserving historic and culturally significant landmarks that tell the story of the Twin Cities 

  • Protecting fish and wildlife that rely on a healthy river ecosystem 

Membership Benefits  

  • Bi-annual print newsletters and monthly e-newsletters sent directly to you, 

  • Discounts and advanced notice of select programming and special events, 

  • 10% off Mississippi River Paddle Share reservations, 

  • Invitations to special member-only events, 

  • Recognition in the Mississippi Park Connection annual report, 

  • And, the reward of knowing your membership contribution has a direct impact on the national park and Mississippi River.  


Mississippi River Circle - $1,000 or more  

  • Annual member benefits for two adults and children under 18 living in the same household. 

  • Special invitation to attend Mississippi River Circle programs 

  • Tax-deductible contribution of $900 toward the mission 

River Companion - $500 or more  

  • Annual member benefits for two adults and children under 18 living in the same household. 

  • Tax-deductible contribution of $400 toward the mission 

River Connector - $250 or more  

  • Annual member benefits for two adults and children under 18 living in the same household. 

  • Tax-deductible contribution of $150 toward the mission 

Household Membership - $100 or more  

  • Annual member benefits for two adults and children under 18 living in the same household. 

Individual Membership - $60 or more  

  • Annual member benefits for one person. 

Young Adult- $35 

  • Annual member benefits for one person aged 35 and under.