River Updates
June 29, 2009
July 14 Big Muddy Session:
"Beyond Catfish: A Peek Below Muddy Water at the Diversity of Missouri River Fish"
7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 at Les Bourgeois Bistro, Rocheport, MO
Presented by Andy Plauck, USFWS Biologist
We all know about catfish and sturgeon, but can you name any other Missouri River fish? Few people know the denizens of the Big Muddy deep as well as the biologists at the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office here in Columbia. Biologist Andy Plauck has been studying Missouri River fish for years, and this time he'll give a window into the many fish species that never make the headlines. From minnows to paddlefish, it's a dizzying diversity - and he'll even bring some live specimens for you to see!
June 5, 2009
Shop your support at Whole Foods St. Louis
July 2 is 5% Day at Whole Foods!
Both St. Louis-area Whole Foods Markets have will be donating 5% of their receipts on Thursday, July 2, 2009, to Missouri River Relief. We'll be visiting both stores from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. that day! Come visit us and support the cause!
May 27, 2009
Zebra Mussels found on Big Muddy
In the past several months, Missouri Dept. of Conservation biologists and Missouri River Relief volunteers have 
confirmed three sightings of zebra mussels on the lower Missouri River within the state of Missouri. The sightings were at Kansas City, Chamois and Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area.
The invasive mussels clog water intakes, foul boat motors and compete with native mussels and fishes. Click here to read more details on how to keep from moving mussels from infected to non-infected streams. Or click below to read more and find more links.
photo by Quinta Scott from his informative blog. Click here to visit.
May 26, 2009
Big Muddy Sessions: "Are Chemicals Contaminating our Missouri River?"
7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 9
presented by Carl Orazio, Ph.D, US Geological Survey
Bryant Cabin - Overton North Unit of Big Muddy NFWR (directions below)
Missouri River Relief, Friends of Big Muddy and Big Muddy National Fish & Wildlife Refuge are proud to announce that our June 9 educational program will feature USGS Environmental Pollution Chemist Carl Orazio, discussing studies on pollution found in Missouri River water, mud and fish.
May 11, 2009
Big Muddy Sessions: "A Walk on the Refuge"
7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 12
Join Big Muddy Refuge staff for a short walk through the Overton North Unit of the Big Muddy National Fish & Wildlife Refuge. Followed by a discussion on the future of Friends of Big Muddy, the volunteer organization that supports the Big Muddy Refuge throughout the state of Missouri.
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2020 Schedule
The 2020 schedule is here! As we get closer to the dates you will find links to full web pages detailing our events here.
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The Missouri River is home to fascinating creatures, as well as many issues. In these packets, a broad range of information is introduced and discussed; from the giants who dwell in the depths, to the consequences of the interaction between cities and the Missouri River.
Equipment Wish List
There are many ways that you or your organization can support the great work we do along the Missouri River. In addition to becoming a sponsor, giving through your workplace, or lending your volunteer muscle, Missouri River Relief kindly accepts in-kind donations of food and river clean-up supplies such as tools, gadgets and gear. Make sure to check out our full equipment wish list here.
In Memoriam
We are honored to have received charitable donations in memory of and in honor of the following friends of Missouri River Relief. You can always contact us or donate online for gifts in memoriam.
Enjoy the Big Muddy Speaker Series each month in three cities!
The Big Muddy Speaker Series has its own website! A one stop shop for statewide Missouri River knowledge. www.bigmuddyspeakers.org
The monthly series is held in three locations, Rocheport , Kansas City and St. Charles. The free presentations bring in experts to discuss Missouri River issues, biology, hydrology, history and more.
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