Brooklyn Center, MN – The Minnesota Children’s Museum recently opened its newest exhibit called, “River Works Discovery” showcasing America’s great rivers, invasive species and the culture of our working resources.

 

Commerce, Culture and Conservation, are the three themes.  The interactive exhibit includes a water table and displays on the history of our great rivers and why they are vital to our country.

 

“Invasive species threaten the core values of our working rivers. They impede navigation, harm fish and wildlife and restrict access for recreation that millions of people enjoy,” said Pat Conzemius, Conservation Director of Wildlife Forever. “This exhibit helps to raise awareness of just how close we’re connected to our rivers and the importance of maintaining their health.”

 

Working through the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Wildlife Forever along with the U.S. Forest Service, Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Mississippi River Basin Panel of Aquatic Nuisance Species collaborated with funds and content to create two feature displays on invasive species. Clean Drain Dry prevention leads the messaging along with a video feature of the Silent Invader television show, Flying Carp Special.

 

The River Works Discovery exhibit is open now through September 27th.

 

The National Clean Drain Dry Initiative works to provide marketing, outreach and educational resources for consistent invasive species messaging focused on best management prevention. For more information visit: www.CleanDrainDry.org

 

About Wildlife Forever: Wildlife Forever’s (WF) mission is to conserve America’s wildlife heritage through conservation education, preservation of habitat and management of fish and wildlife.  For over 27 years, WF members have helped to conduct thousands of fish, game and habitat conservation projects across the country. To join or learn more about WF’s award-winning programs, including work to engage America’s youth, visit www.WildlifeForever.org.