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Big Muddy Speaker Series presents:

Paddling on the Mississippi River Water Trail: Success Through Partnerships!

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Presented by Melissa Sauter

Presentation by Melissa Sauter

Wednesday, July 9th at 7PM

  • 7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)
  • Bike Stop Cafe in St. Charles – 701 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301
  • Google Maps – See below for directions.

Hosted by the Greenway Network

Join Melissa Sauter from the Mississippi River Water Trail Association to hear about the success of this National Water Trail.

The Mississippi River Water Trail (MRWTA), a National Water Trail since 2012, encompasses 121 miles of the Mississippi River including the confluence of the two longest rivers in the country (the Missouri and Mississippi), 75 sites including 62 rest areas and 17 camping areas, and three locks and dams. The trail spans two states, rural areas, and a large urban area at St Louis, Missouri. Since 2007, the MRWTA has coordinated volunteers and events on the river to ensure high quality and affordable recreational and educational opportunities and to promote safe public use of the trail. 

Meet Your Presenter

Big Muddy Speaker Series

Melissa Sauter

, Mississippi River Water Trail Association

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