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Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife And Fish Refuge, MISSISSIPPI


Text And Photography By Clint Farlinger


Location
The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge protects more than 240,000 acres in four states and is the longest wildlife refuge in the contiguous 48 states, stretching 261 miles along the Mississippi River from the Chippewa River in Wisconsin almost to Rock Island, Ill. Steep bluffs, interesting islands, ancient burial mounds, unusual flowers and migrating birds are just some of the photographic subjects waiting to be discovered. The Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway, runs along both sides of the refuge, providing easy access to the refuge and adjacent public lands. Many public boat landings offer photographers with watercraft more options for exploring the area.

Weather
Summer highs are often in the 80s and low 90s F with high humidity. Winter frequently sees lows below zero and occasionally drops as low as minus-20. Autumn and spring are moderate, with pleasant days and cool nights. Locals say that if you don’t like the weather, just wait a few hours—it’ll change. And it usually does.

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