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 The Bollinger County Museum of Natural History unveiled a 30-foot, life-sized replica of the Missouri Dinosaur on Friday, March 14, 2008. (Aaron Eisenhauer) [Click to enlarge] |
Location: 207 Mayfield Drive, Marble Hill, Mo.
Why you should go: Dinosaur artifacts from a local dinosaur dig; American Indian artifacts; Will Mayfield College artifacts; and alternating regional exhibits of historical significance.
2.) First Friday art openings
in Cape Girardeau
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau at art galleries
Why you should go: See new exhibits and the work of local and guest artists at these monthly openings.
3.) Big Spring National Park
Location: Three miles outside Van Buren, Mo.
Why you should go: This is the largest spring in the state, and one of the largest in the world. On an average day, some 278 million gallons of water gush forth from subterranean passages, swelling the nearby Current River.
4.) Alley Spring Grist Mill
Location: RR 3, Box 19, Eminence, Mo.
Why you should go: This 1894 roller mill and one-room schoolhouse was once the focal point of the Alley Spring community. Visit the historic 1894 Alley Mill to learn about life in the good old days. Park rangers in period costume will show you how the mill worked, how school was taught in the one room schoolhouse and offer a variety of other historic programs.
5.) Clearwater Dam
Location: Piedmont, Mo.
Why you should go: Clearwater Dam was built in 1942 for flood control purposes. Today, it's one of the largest tourist attractions in Southeast Missouri, drawing over a million people a year for camping, boating, fishing and swimming.
6.) Turner Mill
Location: Eleven Point River near Alton, Mo.
Why you should go: It's the site of the former community of Surprise, named because of J.L.C. Turner's astonishment when his petition for a US Post Office was approved. You can still see remnants of the mill, including the 26-foot steel overshot wheel installed around 1915.
7.) Peck Ranch State Wildlife Area
Location: Carter and Shannon counties
Why you should go: Peck Ranch Conservation Area is in northwest Carter County and eastern Shannon County, north of Fremont. The area consists of 23,048 acres of rugged, forested hills and hollows.
8.) Elephant Rocks State Park
Location: Graniteville, Mo.
Why you should go: Giant granite rocks standing end-to-end like a train of circus elephants make up this unique natural wonder. About 1.5 billion years ago, hot magma cooled forming coarsely crystalline red granite, which later weathered into huge, rounded boulders. Standing atop a granite outcrop, one of the largest elephant rocks, Dumbo, tops the scales at a whopping 680 tons.
9.) Giant City Park
Location: 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, Ill.
Why you should go: Nestled in the Shawnee National Forest, just minutes south of Carbondale, the area was named for the unique impressions made by its massive sandstone structures. Eons of geological faulting and folding have molded a landscape like none other, which is now clothed in lush garments of fern, moss, large flowering mints, hundreds of species of wild flowers and 75-plus varieties of towering trees.
10.) Water parks
Location: 2 Black Knight Dr. in Farmington, Mo., and Bluff Falls in Poplar Bluff, Mo.
Why you should go:Summer fun for families with water slides, lazy rivers and more.
11.) The Gateway Arch
Location: Riverfront in St. Louis
Why you should go: The Gateway Arch Riverfront, highlighted by the Gateway Arch, attracts more than four million guests each year. At 630 ft., it's the nation's tallest man-made monument.
12.) Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
Location: 113 Bollinger Mill Road, Burfordville, Mo.
Why you should go: The four-story, stone and brick water-powered mill dates to around 1867. The 140-foot Burfordville Covered Bridge crosses the Whitewater River that powers the mill. Cornmeal is ground as part of the mill tour.
13.) Arcadia Academy
Location: 200 S. College St., Arcadia, Mo.
Why you should go: A fixture in Arcadia Valley history since 1847, the academy is now a multifaceted destination that includes festivals, antique shops, Black River Stonery, historic architecture, stained glass windows, a restaurant and other attractions.
14.) Mastodon State Historic Site
Location: 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial, Mo.
Why you should go: Site excavations have established that Paleo-Indians hunted the American mastodon here during the ice age. The museum displays artifacts, fossils and a replica of a mastodon skeleton.
 Joe Littrell of Iuka, Ill., peeled elm bark as he sat on his shaving horse at the Black Forest Villages during the 16th annual Oktoberfest Saturday. Littrell said he prefers elm for making his rustic furniture because the twisted grain resists splitting. The event features craft demonstrations and continues today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The villages are located north of Cape Girardeau off County Road 638. (Fred Lynch) [Click to enlarge] |
Location: 2728 County Rd. 638, Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Replica 1870s old west town. Two special craft shows are held yearly. Haunted ghost town tours in October.
16.) Red House Interpretive Center
Location: 128 S. Main St., Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: The center commemorates the life of community founder Louis Lorimier, as well as the November, 1803, visit of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. The interpretive center houses an early 1800s exhibit that reflects the lives of the early settlers of Cape Girardeau.
17.) Saxon Lutheran Memorial
Location: 296 Saxon Memorial Drive, Frohna, Mo.
Why you should go: The memorial is dedicated to the 700 Saxon immigrants who came to the United States in 1839 from Germany. The grounds feature several log cabins, a log barn, a blacksmith shop, a bake oven and a visitors center.
18.) Laclede's Landing
Location: 710 N. Second St., St. Louis, Mo.
Why you should go: A collection of warehouses and cobblestone streets, dating to the 1850s. Today, this area houses a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues, carriage rides and a riverboat casino.
19.) Saint Louis Science Center
Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis
Why you should go: The Saint Louis Science Center, serving 1.2 million visitors annually, is one of the top five science centers in the United States.
20.) Sikeston Depot
Location: 116 W. Malone St., Sikeston, Mo.
Why you should go: 1916 depot houses historical exhibits of southeast Missouri and national significance. Site of monthly art and cultural events. On the National Register of Historic Places.
21.) Missouri History Museum
Location: 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis
Why you should go: The museum offers exhibitions and interactive galleries plus lectures, theater, special programs and concerts.
22.) Historical Society Museum and 1870 Jailhouse
Location: 122 N. Main St., Fredericktown, Mo.
Why you should go: Items of Madison County historical and nostalgic interest are exhibited inside and outside of the old jail.
23.) Southeast Missouri Agricultural Museum
Location: 521 Route 532, Sikeston, Mo.
Why you should go: The museum, including two circa 1800 log cabins, holds more than 6,000 pieces of antique farm equipment, and a 5,000-square-foot antique store.
24.) Pioneer museums in Carter County
Locations: Pioneer Museum, 11 Herren St., Ellsinore, Mo., and Hidden Log Cabin Museum at 305 W. John St., Van Buren, Mo.
Why you should go: Living history museums feature pioneer life and chores. Weaving, spinning, music and storytelling. Children welcomed. Pottery crafts and baskets available in the gift shop.
25.) Mississippi River Tales Mural
Location: downtown Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: The city's history is depicted in panels along the city-side of the floodwall.
26.) Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
Location: 3750 Washington Blvd., St. Louis
Why you should go: A leading institution for contemporary art exhibitions in an innovative environment with community partnerships, education and outreach programs.
27.) Drive-in movie theaters
Location: The Pine Hills Drive-in, Piedmont, Mo., and the 21 Drive-in near Van Buren, Mo.
Why you should go: Enjoy big-screen cinema in a nostalgic setting at these classic drive-in movie theaters.
28.) Tunes at Twilight
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau at the courthouse gazebo on Lorimer St.
Why you should go: Local musicians perform on Friday nights throughout the summer.
29.) Municipal band concerts
Location: Capaha Park and Jackson City Park
Why you should go: Free band concerts on summer evenings in beautiful outdoor settings.
 Lindell Barks of Sedgewickville Missouri is escorting one of his goat to the livestock tent. (Chuck Wu) [Click to enlarge] |
Location: Arena Park in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: A longstanding tradition in Southeast Missouri, the week-long fair features agricultural exhibitions, a carnival, nightly entertainment and a wide variety of food. Held in September.
31.) Jackson Homecomers
Location: Cape Girardeau County Courthouse square in Jackson
Why you should go: A Jackson tradition. This annual event features nightly entertainment, contests, carnivals rides and more. Held every July.
32.) East Perry County Fair
Location: Altenburg, Mo.
Why you should go: Check out the famous mule-jumping competition and much more at this annual event.
33.) Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center
Location: 2289 County Park Drive, Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: It showcases the rich cultural history and diverse natural resources of Southeast Missouri. Indoors, the nature center features hands-on exhibits for all ages, including the Corbin Collection of American Indian artifacts, freshwater aquariums, wildlife viewing areas, classrooms and an auditorium. Outdoors, explore the White Oak Trace, which has two miles of trails winding through stands of poplar and oak trees, sinkholes and a small man-made swamp.
34.) Round Spring Cavern
Location: RR 1, Box 132, Eminence
Why you should go: Beautiful cave formations and the silent beauty of the underground world.
35.) Ste. Genevieve, Mo.
Location: Off Interstate 55 north of Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: The Village of Ste. Genevieve is located on the west bank of the Mississippi River, and is constructed in the tradition of the pioneer French. Art galleries, antique stores and annual festivals make it a quaint destination.
36.) The Muny Opera
Location: Forest Park in St. Louis
Why you should go: It's the nation's oldest and largest outdoor theatre, featuring Broadway-style performances.
37.) Louis J. Lorimier Memorial World Famous Downtown Golf Tournament
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: This annual event, which includes a temporary nine-hole course in downtown Cape and an all-you-can-eat-catfish-buffet, was first conceived by a Southeast Missourian columnist.
38.) Float Current River
Location: Ozark National Scenic Riverways in Van Buren, Mo.
Why you should go: Cool off on a hot summer day by tubing or canoeing this crystal clear river through some of Southeast Missouri's most scenic land.
39.) Branson
Location: Branson, Mo.
Why you should go: Great accommodations, entertainment and restaurants, including Silver Dollar City and Whitewater water park.
40.) Missouri and Illinois wine trails
Location: Throughout Southeast Missouri and southern Illinois.
Why you should go: Enjoy the flavors of local vineyards, plus a variety of other activities, from golf to wildlife.
41.) Rocky Holler
Location: Route 303, Jackson
Why you should go: Pony drawn wagon rides; fishing; a tram; lake; petting zoo; antiques on display; panning for gold; a blacksmith shop; and food.
 Keith Kinkade offers a piece of raw chicken to one of the tigers. (Aaron Eisenhauer) [Click to enlarge] |
Location: 10019 State Route Y, Bloomsdale, Mo.
Why you should go: Educational opportunities for people of all ages, with the tigers serving as powerful ambassadors in raising critical environmental issues.
43.) Local dinner theater
Location: River City Players community theater group in Cape Girardeau and St. Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Railway in Jackson.
Why you should go: Variety of shows throughout the year in Cape Girardeau and Jackson, from comedies to dramas. Special events around holidays, such as Valentine's Day and Halloween.
44.) Trail of Tears State Park
Location: Cape Girardeau County
Why you should go: The 3,415-acre park is a memorial to the Cherokee Indians that lost their lives in a forced relocation, as well as a place for visitors to participate in a variety of outdoor adventures.
45.) Holiday of Lights display
Location: Cape Girardeau County Park
Why you should go: Local businesses and organizations set up displays in this drive-through holiday showcase.
46.) Memphis, Tenn.
Location: 173 miles east of Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: With 50 unique Memphis attractions including music museums, art galleries, pro-sports arenas, Mississippi riverboat tours, the Memphis Zoo, voodoo shops and even downtown fortune tellers and palm readers, you don't have to look hard for quirky, fun, exciting things to do in Memphis .
47.) Southeast Missouri State University Sports
Location: Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: See a football game at Houck Stadium or check out the basketball at the Show Me Center.
48.) Annual Dogwood-Azalea Festival
Location: Charleston, Mo.
Why you should go: Tour the six-mile Dogwood-Azalea Trail when Charleston glows with the beauty of magnificent dogwoods and azaleas at peak bloom. Held every April.
49.) Mingo National Wildlife Refuge
Location: Puxico, Mo.
Why you should go: Mingo National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1944 as a resting and wintering area for migratory waterfowl and other birds. The 21,592-acre Refuge contains approximately 15,000 acres of bottomland hardwood forest, 3,500 acres of marsh and water, 506 acres of cropland, 704 acres of seasonally flooded impoundments, and 474 acres of grassy openings.
50.) Artscape
Location: Capaha Park in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Family oriented community arts festival held every May in Cape Girardeau.
51.) Little River Conservation Area
Location: Dunklin County near Kennett, Mo.
Why you should go: 1,066 acres provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. The wetlands attract many migratory birds, making it great for bird watching and photography.
52.) Paducah, Ky.
Location: 80 miles east of Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: The Lowertown Arts District, located in Paducah's oldest neighborhood, is home to the award-winning Artist Relocation Program. More visual arts can be found at Yeiser Art Center, Maiden Alley Cinema and other downtown venues.
53.) The Stars and Stripes Museum
Location: Near Bloomfield, Mo., on Hwy. 25
Why you should go: On November 9, 1861, ten Illinois Union soldiers, using the vacated press of the Bloomfield Herald, published the first Stars and Stripes, which they named after the American flag. One of the original copies of that 1861 paper is now owned by the Stoddard County Historical Society. The history of the publication and the military lives it touched are being preserved at the Stars and Stripes Museum/Library.
 AARON EISENHAUER ~ aeisenhauer@semissourian.com Valentina Fontaine of South Carolina awaits her turn to putt as her group mates take theirs on the fourth hole during the Dalhousie Junior Championship on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. [Click to enlarge] |
Location: Various courses throughout Southeast Missouri, including Bent Creek in Jackson, Dalhousie and Jaycee Municipal Course in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: A variety of challenging, well-designed courses. Dalhousie Golf Club, a Nicklaus Design course, was named the No. 1 golf course in Missouri in Golf Digest's rankings for 2007-08. The Jaycee course underwent a $1.5 million renovation in 2009.
55.) Otter Slough
Location: Stoddard County on Hwy. ZZ
Why you should go: 4,866 acres managed primarily for species associated with wetlands. Migratory waterfowl, herons, egrets and many kinds of shorebirds are found here. Also seen at Otter Slough are mink, otter and other water-loving animals.
56.) Lake Wappapello State Park
Location: Williamsville, Mo.
Why you should go: The 1,854-acre state park offers camping, fishing, lodging, picnicking, swimming and hiking, equestrian, mountain biking and backpacking trails.
57.) Old McKendree Chapel
Location: On County Road 206 in Cape Girardeau County
Why you should go: Old McKendree Chapel is regarded as the oldest Protestant church structure standing west of the Mississippi River.
58.) The Bloodworth House
Location: 626 Cynthia Street in Poplar Bluff, Mo.
Why you should go: The original red brick Queen Anne style cottage was the home of the C.T. Bloodworth family for many years. Today, this home has been restored as an English Baroque stately home in the style of the William and Mary Period (1689-1702).
59.) Local speedways
Locations: Malden, Poplar Bluff, Sikeston
Why you should go: On weekends, local speedways offer a wide variety of races, including late model, super street, pure street, cruisers, 4-cylinder, hobby & open wheel modified.
60.) Fish for trout
Location: Rotary Lake at Jackson City Park
Why you should go: During the winter months, the city stocks the lake and allows the public to enjoy trout fishing. Great excuse to spend time outdoors, even during the colder months.
61.) Annual July 4th celebrations
Location:: Locals cities
Why you should go: Events include everything from 5K runs to musical performances. Day culminates with fireworks show after dark.
62.) Mississippi River Cruise
Location: Various ports along the river
Why you should go: Board a steamboat like the Delta Queen -- a historic boat listed on the National Register of Historic Places -- to see the river and its towns the way travelers used to view it. Trips vary in length.
63.) Parade of Lights
Location: On Broadway in Cape
Why you should go: Annual parade kicks off the holiday season with floats and fanfare.
64.) Ben Cash Conservation Area
Location: Dunklin County
Why you should go: 1,300 acre wildlife area on the St. Francis River, is one of the few remaining vestiges of bottomland hardwood trees. It also contains an extremely diversified floral community.
65.) LFCS Holiday Home Tour
Location: Various homes in the Cape Girardeau area
Why you should go: Get great holiday decorating inspiration and help raise money for Lutheran Family and Children's Services.
66.) Academic Hall dome
Location: Southeast Missouri State University
Why you should go: The copper-domed building which sits in the middle of campus on the highest hill in Cape Girardeau, was built on the site of a Civil War Fort. Completed in 1905, Academic Hall was constructed to replace the Normal School building that was destroyed by fire in 1902. It was originally the primary structure on the campus, containing classrooms, a gymnasium and the library. Contact the university about tours.
67.) Annual Cape Central vs. Jackson high school football game
Location: Cape or Jackson
Why you should go: Biggest high school rivalry in Southeast Missouri
68.) Crab Orchard Lake
Location: West of Marion, Ill.
Why you should go: Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest refuges in the Great Lakes/Big Rivers Region. Established in 1947, the 43,890-acre Refuge includes three man-made lakes totaling 8,700 surface acres.
69.) Old Bethel Chapel
Location: Near Jackson
Why you should go: It's the site of the first permanent Baptist house of worship west of the Mississippi. The chapel was re-constructed in 2007.
70.) Old Town Cape
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Historic district offers unique shopping and dining options as well as a view of the Mississippi River, all within walking distance.
71.) Uptown Jackson
Location: High Street and surrounding area in Jackson
Why you should go: Quaint shops and locally owned restaurants to enjoy
72.) Southeast Missouri State University student aquatic center
Location: Located within the student recreation center on New Madrid St.
Why you should go: The Student Aquatic Center (SAQ) features a six-lane lap pool, leisure pool complete with a bouldering wall, zip line, water basketball and volleyball, and a hot tub.
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Location: Show Me Center
Why you should go: Annual event held as part of Week of the Young Child offers great hands on, messy, and free activities for kids.
74.) Salvation Army's Tree of Lights
Location: West Park Mall in Cape
Why you should go: Annual tree-lighting ceremony kicks off the Salvation Army's holiday fundraising campaign.
75.) Missouri Botanical Gardens
Location: 4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis
Why you should go: Founded in 1859, the Missouri Botanical Garden is the nation's oldest botanical garden in continuous operation and a National Historic Landmark.
76.) High School Art Symposium
Location: Southeast Missouri State University
Why you should go: Southeast plays host to the talented artwork of area high school students at this annual event. Amazement over the abilities of the students is guaranteed.
77.) Way of the Cross
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Annual Good Friday celebration re-enacts the 14 stations of the cross.
78.) Show Me Center concert
Location: On Sprigg St. in Cape
Why you should go: Talent from around the world is showcased here for people of all ages, including big-name performers such as Kelly Clarkson and the Veronica's in 2009.
79.) Movies in the Park
Location: Jackson City Park
Why you should go: See a movie in old-fashioned drive-in style at the city park during the summer months -- for free!
80.) Cape Girardeau Public Library
Location: Clark Street in Cape
Why you should go: In 2009, construction on a new facility was completed, offering local book lovers a state-of-the-art place to gather.
81.) Shrine of the Miraculous Medal
Location: Perry County
Why you should go: Since the building of the Shrine Chapel in 1929, the church of St. Mary's of the Barrens has served as the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Its architecture and decorations reflect its long and interesting history.
82.) Artesian wells
Location: Bollinger County
Why you should go: Artesian wells that spew fresh water throughout the year are located in the Mark Twain National Forest near Marquand and next to Highway 34 just to the west of Woodland School between Marble Hill and Glenallen.
83.) Tower Rock
Location: Perry County
Why you should go: The majestic landmark is a limestone rock that towers more than 90 feet above the Mississippi River bed.
84.) 100 mile yard sale
Location: Along Highway 25 throughout Southeast Missouri
Why you should go: Hundreds of residents join together every Memorial Day for one huge yard sale that stretches more than 100 miles.
85.) Mississippi River Valley tour
Location: Rural community throughout Southeast Missouri
Why you should go: Good food, folk music, crafts, good food, camping, living history, museum tours, good food, and the beauty of the Missouri country side are all part of this self-conducted driving tour, held each spring.
86.) Old Appleton Bridge
Location: Old Appleton
Why you should go: Built in 1879, the wrought iron bridge at Old Appleton is the second oldest bridge in Southeast Missouri, eclipsed only by the Burfordville Covered Bridge. After it was destroyed by a flood in 1982, it took almost a quarter-century to put it back together again. It's now the centerpiece of the town.
87.) Commerce
Location: Scott County
Why you should go: This tiny river town hosts the annual Floodfest and is also home to a winery.
88.) Kenny Rogers Children's Center Annual Telethon
Location: Sikeston, Mo.
Why you should go: Annual event features performances as a fundraiser for special needs children.
89.) River Campus
Location: Downtown Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Southeast Missouri State University's arts campus offers great gallery exhibits, student productions and also big-name traveling performances.
90.) Amtrak trip
Location: Carbondale, Ill.
Why you should go: Board the train at Carbondale for destinations such as Chicago and other locales that aren't within close driving distance. Weekly specials can equal discount traveling.
91.) Chili/spaghetti/pancake fundraisers
Location: A.C. Brase Arena Building in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Join local civic organizations such as the Lion's Club and Optimists in raising money for charity by purchasing tickets for meals of chili, spaghetti and pancakes each year. Music and other entertainment provided.
92.) Magnolia Manor
Location: 2700 Washington Ave, in Cairo, Ill.
Why you should go: A postbellum manor, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since Dec. 17, 1969.
93.) Annual Jaycee's BBQ Fest
Location: Arena Park in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: BBQ teams compete in this event sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society event; raises money for the local Toybox program.
94.) Fort D Days
Location: Fort D Historic Site in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Civil War re-enactments and other activities are offered at the historic earthworks fort in south Cape Girardeau.
95.) Local high school theater productions
Location: Area high schools, including Central, Jackson and Notre Dame
Why you should go: See some true class acts as local students showcase their drama abilities in annual theater productions. Great way to support local schools, and see some developing talent.
96.) Old Greenville Days
Location: Greenville, Mo. Recreation Area
Why you should go:: This event is always held on the third weekend in September. It consist of arts/crasfts display, live bluegrass, gospel and country music, civil war and rendezvous encampments. It is done in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and other local businesses and organizations.
97.) MDA telethon
Location: West Park Mall, Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Annual local portion of the Jerry Lewis telethon is hosted by KFVS12 anchors and helps raise money for children with muscular dystrophy.
99.) Holiday craft fairs
Location: A.C. Brase Arena Building, Show Me Center and Osage Community Centre in Cape; Bavarian Halle in Fruitland.
Why you should go: Annual events in November offer a great way to kick off the holiday season with locally made crafts.
 Sheryl Furlow of Cobden, Ill., rests while testing a bench on display with Brian Ernst with Bloomfield Lawn and Landscapes at the 29th annual Home and Garden Show Saturday at the Show Me Center. Ernst said it took about 60 hours of man power to set up the display. (Elizabeth Dodd) [Click to enlarge] |
Location: Annual event at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau
Why you should go: Hundreds of area vendors set up temporary shop to showcase some of their newest offerings when it comes to home and garden construction and design. Plus, tons of freebies.
101.) Land between the lakes
Location: Golden Pond, Ken.
Why you should go: The area offers biking, camping and other forms of recreation, as well as an elk and bison prairie and planetarium.
Sources: Missouri Division of Tourism, www.mostateparks.com, http://dnr.state.il.us, www.explorestlouis.com, www.ste-genevieve.com, www.paducah.travel, www.memphistravel.com, www.fws.gov/midwest/mingo.