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A Vision for America's River |
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The Mississippi River is a national treasure despite
decades of engineering, pollution and neglect. It is a working waterway, serving as the country's main artery for the shipment of grain, coal, petroleum and other commodities. But the river and its 30-million-acre floodplain also form an internationally significant flyway for migratory birds and provide destinations for millions of Americans who enjoy birding and whose visits enrich local economies. |
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Birds are also barometers of the river's health. Populations of many species have declined dramatically over the last century, due mainly to the loss and degradation of habitat. To remain a source of life and prosperity for birds, other wildlife and people, the Mississippi must be nurtured and restored through a system-wide vision. We hope you will join Audubon and its many partners to help save America 's River.
The Great River Birding Trail website is a guide to hundreds of places where people can enjoy birds, other wildlife and the habitats that support them. These are also places where you can renew your commitment to the stewardship of our river and our world.
Click here to begin your journey
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