Course Registration
ADV - Water Education at the Mississippi River Institute
Water Education at the Mississippi River Institute website
494 Shepard RdSt Paul, MN 55102
Join us for a special event on the Mississippi River Institute barge and explore water-based lessons and activities you can use in your own education programming. Learn about (and participate in) hands-on environmental education activities that you can use in a variety of settings and with all ages and discover additional resources to help interpret the Mississippi (or your local river). Space is limited, so registration is required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Barge Location & Vehicle Parking: The Mississippi River Institute will be parked at Lambert's Landing, where you'll park in the lot by Kellogg Mall and Culture Park.
Food/Drinks: Drinking water is available for guests from Culligan jugs. The water from the barge sinks is not potable. Bring your own reusable cup or water bottle - there will be no single-use cups at the event!
Waivers: All participants must complete the Living Lands & Waters waiver upon arrival.
Footwear & Clothing: Close toed shoes are required due to potential tripping hazards. Consider wearing/bringing layers! The barge space does have heating/cooling, but on good weather days and evenings, the barge doors will likely be open to enjoy the river views.
Tech Availability: WiFi is available! Please have devices charged before arriving to barge - the barge has limited outlets.
To learn more about Living Lands & Waters and the Mississippi River Institute before your event, visit these resources:
Living Lands & Waters website
Mississippi River Institute website page
10 Million Pounds video
Course Dates:
Meeting from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. on:
- Friday, July 25, 2025
Instructor Information
Griffin has worked as a field and interpretive naturalist across the upper Great Lakes region, planning and leading nature programming and doing research, surveys, and field work for state, federal, and local governments, nonprofits, and private organizations. He currently works with the Minnesota Master Naturalist program.
Sponsor Information
Minnesota Master Naturalist
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