The Ultimate Float Trip: The Mississippi River
Do you want to try something new? Maybe you are tired of the weekend backpacking trip with kids and ready to try something a little different, but still safe. A float trip down the Mississippi River could be the answer. Get the kids involved right from the beginning stages, it will not only make the trip more meaningful to them, they will learn how to someday plan their own trip.
Some people build their own rafts, but you might want to forego that option until you have navigated a trip down the river yourself. It is probably a good idea to talk to people who have done this before and see exactly what they used and any extra information that would be useful.
Of course you are not going to float the whole length of the river, just a very small portion. Remember water and rivers will always be great ways to have a good time, but they can be dangerous, even in the calmest situations. Never underestimate the power of the river. Teach you children to respect it and it will bring you hours of relaxation and fun. So what are you waiting for, start planning today. It is going to be the ultimate float trip.