Mississippi River
MRN Member Event
2nd Annual Confluence Trash Bash :: 03/27/2010 - 8:30am - 12:00pm
Category: MRN Member Event
Register to help clean up St. Louis' streams and rivers on March 27, 2010! This annual event is hosted by several organizations working for clean, healthy rivers and neighborhoods in North County, North St. Louis, and all the way out to Creve Coeur Lake.
Sign-in will be from 8:30-9:00 AM at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge or Creve Coeur Park. The clean up will be from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. Afterwards join us for lunch at your registration site. Note: Stream Trash Art will be made out of collected debris and on display during the event at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge.
Website: http://confluencetrashbash.wufoo.com/forms/2nd-annual-confluence-trash-bash-registration/
Eagle Expo :: 02/25/2010 (All day) - 02/27/2010 (All day)
Category: MRN Member Event
This three day event includes guided boat tours to Lake Verret, Turtle Bayou, Bayou Black, and the Atchafalaya Basin and many exciting seminars and workshops!
The Fifth Annual Eagle Expo will feature
Website: http://eagles.btnep.org/
Junior Ranger Snowshoeing :: 02/27/2010 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Category: MRN Member Event
Take a walk on the snowy side in snowshoes from 1-3 p.m. with Ranger
Rebecca at Coon Rapids Dam–East to see what signs of winter life we can
find.
The program and snowshoes are FREE, but there is an entrance fee ($5
daily per vehicle; $25 annual).
Website: http://www.nps.gov/miss/forkids/jrranger_events.htm
Ice Fishing at Pickerel Lake :: 02/13/2010 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Category: MRN Member Event
On Saturday, February 13th, from 1-3pm, local park rangers will facilitate
an ice fishing event on Pickerel Lake. Park staff will drill the holes and
bring along all the equipment needed to catch the bluegills and other
little fish that live in the lake. Participants can also stop by learning
stations to discuss how fish survive the winter, how to be safe on the ice,
how to tie fishing knots, and where else they can go fishing on and near
the Mississippi year round.
Website: http://www.nps.gov/miss/forkids/jrranger_events.htm
Bird Walking/Car Tour :: 01/16/2010 - 8:00am - 05/01/2010 - 11:30am
Category: MRN Member Event
Ages 7 to adult (under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult). Walk refuge trails to search for birds and other wildlife as a new day comes to the refuge. This outing involves walking trails at a slow pace, driving to the International Airport to search for Snowy Owls and driving to the Black Dog overlook to look for Bald Eagles, other raptors, ducks, and gulls. Dress for the weather.
Website: http://www.nps.gov/mwr/customcf/apps/eventcalendar/events/missevent25614838.html
Mississippi River Fund Communications & Marketing Internship :: 01/22/2010 - 8:00am - 05/14/2010 - 5:00pm
Category: MRN Member Event
Organization Summary:
The Mississippi River Fund’s mission is to strengthen the enduring connection between people and the
Mississippi River and build community support for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a
National Park.
Established in 2003, the fund engages private citizens, public and private foundations and industry sources to
support the activities of the National Park Service and its partners to enhance the Mississippi River. The
15th annual Wetland Science Conference, Wetlands in Service :: 02/11/2010 - 8:00am - 02/12/2010 - 8:00pm
Category: MRN Member Event
On February 11-12, 2010, in Eau Claire, WI, Wisconsin Wetlands Association will convene members of the regional wetland community for our 15th annual wetland science conference, Wetlands in Service, to discuss the latest in wetland science, management, restoration and protection issues. The program for this 2-day conference will have a special thematic focus on the ecological services provided by wetlands and will include a keynote address, topical oral sessions, a poster session, working groups, a banquet and wetland field trips.
Website: http://www.rivernetwork.org/events/15th-annual-wetland-science-conference-wetlands-service
Eagle Tours at Lost Mound National Wildlife Refuge :: 03/13/2010 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Category: MRN Member Event
Once again the Guardians are offering eagle tours at Lost Mound Refuge. There is no charge for this rare opportunity, although donations will be gratefully accepted.
Space is limited to ten passengers per trip. Last year's tours all sold out almost immediately, and many Conservation Foundation/Guardians members were not able to participate.
Reservations will be taken beginning in January at the JDCF office 815-858-9100. We urge those of you who are interested to make your reservations by calling Dan or Deb at the JDCF office in early January.
Website: http://www.jdcf.org/events.htm
Eagle Tours at Lost Mound National Wildlife Refuge :: 03/06/2010 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Category: MRN Member Event
Once again the Guardians are offering eagle tours at Lost Mound Refuge. There is no charge for this rare opportunity, although donations will be gratefully accepted.
Space is limited to ten passengers per trip. Last year's tours all sold out almost immediately, and many Conservation Foundation/Guardians members were not able to participate.
Reservations will be taken beginning in January at the JDCF office 815-858-9100. We urge those of you who are interested to make your reservations by calling Dan or Deb at the JDCF office in early January.
Website: http://www.jdcf.org/events.htm
Eagle Tours at Lost Mound National Wildlife Refuge :: 02/27/2010 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Category: MRN Member Event
Once again the Guardians are offering eagle tours at Lost Mound Refuge. There is no charge for this rare opportunity, although donations will be gratefully accepted.
Space is limited to ten passengers per trip. Last year's tours all sold out almost immediately, and many Conservation Foundation/Guardians members were not able to participate.
Reservations will be taken beginning in January at the JDCF office 815-858-9100. We urge those of you who are interested to make your reservations by calling Dan or Deb at the JDCF office in early January.
Website: http://www.jdcf.org/events.htm