| The Friends of the Missouri River Campaign | |||
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The Friends of the
Missouri River Campaign has been formed to raise money to begin land
protection along the Missouri River. Few areas in the country still provide
the potential to protect these values for the inspiration and enjoyment of
all future generations.
The integrity of the Missouri River corridor is significant to the entire state, region and nation. It is especially significant in the context of its historic and cultural role in the Native American history of the upper Great Plains, Lewis and Clark Expedition. |
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Historic |
Native American cultures farmed these lands, and sacred landmarks and remains of thriving villages exist today, most notably the Double Ditch Indian Village. Lewis and Clark brought their Corps of Discovery up this river in October of 1804, and chose a location near present-day Washburn for their winter camp. |
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Scenic |
Time spent on the river’s shores, or on the plains high above can at the right time, with the right light and special mixture of nature’s sounds and smells, transport one through imagination to an earlier time. |
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Agriculture USDA Photo |
Farmland that produces a number of crops and livestock adds to the value of this land. The open spaces provided by the farmland add scenic beauty along the river |
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Recreation
Photo by Bruce Wendtfor ND Tourism |
The boating and other recreation opportunities on the river, such as bird watching, hiking and cross country skiing, enhance the quality of life for this multi-county area. |
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Fish and Wildlife 
Photo by NDTourism |
The abundant fish and wildlife sustained in and around the river are prominent environmental resources of the region. |
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