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Hey Buck! I’m planning on canoeing the Mississippi for my Senior Trip before I set off for college! I’ll be starting in St. Louis then emptying into the Gulf of Mexico. First question, did you say the last lock and dam are in St. Louis? Also any advice that you could give me, ill be doing it solo aswell. So any advice to keep me alive would be appriciated. Thanks!
Hi James,
Sounds like fun! Yes, the last lock and dam is at Chain of Rocks. Read through all my Mississippi pages and questions and answers, as well as those on my linked blog. Wear your life jacket every second out on the water. Stay clear of the big boats because the big rafts of barges can’t stop even if they see you. Stay away from fixed objects in the fast current. If you’re smart you should be fine and have a great adventure.
Have fun!
Buck