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Mississippi National River and Recreation AreaThe historic Sibley House sits amid trees not far from the Mississippi River.
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Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
Cruise the River During Hastings Rivertown Days

On July 20, join Park Rangers from the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and representatives of the Mississippi River Fund on a Mississippi River cruise during Hastings Rivertown Days.

National Park Rangers will help participants discover the cultural and natural history of the Mississippi River. Cruises are one hour in length and leave from the Hastings public dock between noon and 4:00 p.m. The tours are free, but a donation of $5 per person is appreciated.

Coon Rapids Dam  

Did You Know?
Over 600 men worked around the clock using hand tools, horses and coal powered shovels to build the original Coon Rapids Dam in 1913. The dam was rebuilt between 1995 and 1997.

Last Updated: June 11, 2008 at 15:04 EST