The Mississippi River was called the Father of Waters by Native Americans, and this paddling adventure begins at the mighty Mississippi's headwaters. You will pass wild rice beds, rocky outcrops, past cattails, over a logging dam, past high wooded banks and sedge meadows. There are a variety of bird species on this trip; the Mississippi Headwaters Flyway is the home and migratory stop to a several bird species. Wildlife that may be seen along the way include Deer, beavers, and otters, all of which are often seen in the marshlands; timber wolf are sometimes seen as well. Be apprised that most people camp one or two nights on this trip, so if time affords plan for a two or three day weekend adventure.