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June 2009

Summertime Outdoor Fun – Wisconsin
With 15,000 lakes, 33,000 miles of rivers and streams, and postcard perfect scenery, Wisconsin has a long history of being one of America’s great outdoor playgrounds. And warm sunny summer days are the perfect time to play! Hundreds of free-flowing rivers beckon canoeists and kayakers. Wisconsin’s Mississippi River, the myriad lakes of the Northwoods and the blue waters of two Great Lakes offer some of the best fishing and boating in the Midwest. Wisconsin is also the nation’s leader in rails-to-trails and offers hundreds of hiking and biking trails, including 42 exceptional state trails. Whether you’re looking for a whitewater adventure or a relaxing walk in the woods, Wisconsin has it this summer.

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Minnesota Wilderness awaits you on the hiking trails of Minnesota. Backpack the 205-mile Superior Trail or explore the trails of Lake Itasca State Park, home of the source of the Mississippi River.	Tennessee Head to the riverfront of Memphis for a one-of-a-kind walk down the Mississippi at Mudd Island Park’s incredible five-block replica of the river from Cairo, IL to the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi Mississippi is among the nation’s top golfing destinations. Lush green fairways await you on 153 different golf courses, many designed by the game’s most legendary figures.	Kentucky Go caving in Kentucky. Explore caves of all sizes, including Mammoth Cave, the longest recorded cave system in the world, with more than 367 miles explored and mapped.
Iowa Iowa is built for bicycling, with dozens of fantastic bicycle trails and thousands of miles of quiet rural roadways offering some of the best long distance riding in the U.S.	Arkansas The Natural State offers some of America's best paddling rivers, including the outstanding Buffalo National River and the challenging Cossatot and Spring rivers.
Illinois The southern half of Illinois offers some of the Midwest’s best big lakes for boating, including 26,000-acre Carlyle Lake, 18,900-acre Rend Lake and 11,000-acre Lake Shelbyville.	Louisiana Wetlands, ancient forests, coastal estuaries and pristine beaches make Louisiana a birdwatchers paradise. Bring your binoculars and follow the state’s four exceptional birding trails.
Missouri From the Lake of the Ozarks to secluded mountain streams, Missouri offers a huge diversity of angling experiences. Explore a million acres of water and fish with more than 200 species of fish!

Plan your own trip to Mississippi River Country!
You’ll find an incredible variety of attractions, events and activities in America’s ten Mississippi River States. From the Mississippi River headwaters to the Gulf of Mexico, experience a rich and diverse history, culture and landscape. Year-round, there’s something for every traveler. Start planning your own Mississippi River Country vacation.

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The MRPC Endowment Fund - Learn more about how you can help sustain efforts to preserve, promote and enhance the Great River Road and the Mississippi River Corridor for generations to come. Download the Endowment brochure.