Family Trips and Activities
How can I plan our trip?
Read about the river before beginning to explore it. This will prepare you and your child to see more. Look for river books in the Children's section of your local library.
What Should I bring?Bring paper, pencils, pens and markers to record what you see. A pair of binoculars and good walking shoes are always a plus.
Don't forget water, sunscreen, and hats!
Field Journal
For children 4 to 10 years old, and adults
For children 4 to 10 years old, and adults
A trip to the river can be an eye-opening experience for you and your child. Come prepared to see wildlife, watch the boat and barge traffic, and perhaps observe a few surprises.
Finding Bridges
For children 4 to 12 years old, and adults
For children 4 to 12 years old, and adults
Bridges are strong, some are quite beautiful. Engineers design bridges so we can cross valleys, railroads, roads, and water in safety. It takes research, knowledge and skill to plan and design a bridge.
Go Fish
For kids
For kids
Fish are strange and wonderful creatures, don't you think? Over 200 species of fish live in the Mississippi.
Favorite Scary River Things
For kids
For kids
Are you a brave person or are you a little jumpy? Even the bravest people are afraid of some things.