Mississippi River
The Mississippi River System is the third largest river system in the world. It has played a significant role in our country’s history, commerce, agriculture, art, literature and recreation. Beginning as a trickle at Lake Itasca, Minn., it flows 2,348 miles to the Gulf of Mexico.
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Bass Pro Builds Monumental Store in Memphis
Bass Pro Shops kicked off an, ahem, monumental undertaking when it began construction of a new “retail environment” in Memphis, Tenn. The store-cum-entertainment-center will be located inside the famous Memphis Pyramid, former sports arena for the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies and the University of Memphis men’s basketball program. At 321 feet tall — […] Read More
Reduction of Lock Service on Heartland Waterways Continues
HeartLand Boating first outlined the reduction of lock service on the Ouachita River in our June issue (see “Locks in Danger” in Waterlines). Now, the Waterways Council Inc., the national public policy organization that advocates for a properly funded and well-maintained system of inland waterways, has reported that the Corps of Engineers has implemented […] Read More
Seasoned to Perfection
Fall wraps the Heartland in a brilliant coat of jewel-toned colors as crisp days and cool nights provide an idyllic cruising experience that welcomes boaters with pleasant seasonal amenities — less crowds, mild temperatures, rate discounts. Whether you enjoy the timeless sites of history, the excitement of cityscapes or the solitude of natural sanctuaries, wonderful […] Read More
A Journey Back In Time
My husband, Cliff, and I have always loved riverboats, to the extent that we tear up every time we see the end of the movie “Showboat.” How can we not?! As the song “Old Man River” is being sung in the background, Ava Gardner is tearing up as she sees the Showboat slowly leaving […] Read More