Journey Down the Mississippi River - Doug Ohman (5 programs)
Part 1: Ride along by kayak on the Mighty Mississippi River with Minnesota photographer and storyteller, Doug Ohman. Doug will take you from the river?s headwaters at Lake Itasca to the central Minnesota town of Little Falls. Along the way you will experience wilderness, large lakes and interesting towns in this 400 mile journey. Doug will share Minnesota history and stories that relate to this upper section of river. Part 2: Continue Kayaking with Doug Ohman through the heart of Minnesota from Little Falls to St. Paul. This 130 miles of river is sure to entertain and educate as we travel through some larger urban centers such as St. Cloud and Minneapolis. We will experience going through three river locks on this stretch. Doug will also share more historical information about two very important explorers of the Mississippi River. Part 3: From the river city of St. Paul ride along with kayaker Doug Ohman as he completes the entire Mississippi River to the Iowa border. This stretch of nearly 200 miles of river takes us into some of the most picturesque scenery on our trip so far. We will also experience some of the most charming river towns in the state, such as Red Wing and Wabash. When we finally get to the Iowa border, we will have traveled approximately 720 miles of this incredible American river.
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Doug Ohman discusses, along with a power point presentation, the role Minnesota played in the Civil War. Attendees will learn how important Minnesota was to the Union cause. They will hear the stories of Minnesotan's who served in Minnesota regiments that fought in the Civil War's major battles, along with the stories of the Minnesota families of those who served. Anecdotal and written comments will be collected.
Though statistics are ongoing, to date there have been 87 views. Comments include: "This was great and it reminded me of my trip alongside the river last fall". "Would love to go this way!"
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