When Lee Washington looks at a pile of nails, spindles from a cotton picker, and other metal bits, he sees a guitar player, a bull rider, or a golfer. These small pieces of discarded farm equipment become works of art in the hands of Washington. Washington grew up in Hollandale, Mississippi. From 1974 to 1994, […]
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Plant a Native Mississippi Tree for Arbor Day
Arbor Day is the day when we celebrate the role of trees in our lives. From creating the air we breathe, to supplying wood for us to build houses, to providing habitat for wildlife, trees are a pretty important part of our world. On this Arbor Day, plant a tree that is native to Mississippi […]
Serving Burgers & The Community at Chuck’s Dairy Bar
If you’re looking for the best burger in the Mississippi Delta, you’ll find it at Chuck’s Dairy Bar along Highway 61 in Rolling Fork. A local staple, the Chuckburger is topped with mayonnaise, mustard, pickles, slaw and chili, all served with a side of fries. And don’t forget the chocolate shake. Yum. Chuck’s Dairy Bar […]
The Jewels of the Sky: Ruby-throated hummingbirds
Early spring, the tiny ruby-throated hummingbirds leave Central America and Mexico and head for North America. It’s the beginning of the spring hummingbird migration into their breeding grounds. These tiny birds begin the flight from their wintering grounds in Central America and Mexico to North America in February. We start to see them in our […]
5 Mississippi Delta-Themed Valentine’s Day Ideas
Need an idea for your Valentine? We’ve come up with 5 great Delta-themed Valentine’s Day ideas to do for those who love the outdoors, history, food, and fun! #1 Sunset and Stargazing Grab a blanket, pack a picnic, and take your sweetheart out for a night of amazing sky watching. Sunsets in the Delta have […]
LDP Conducting Annual Membership Drive
Mississippi’s Lower Delta Partnership works to promote and enhance the economic and environmental health of Mississippi’s Lower Delta. LDP is a 501c3 organization and is strictly funded through grants and donations. We want everyone that cares about the Lower Delta to be a part of our work and you can do that by making a donation […]
Flood conditions close Deer Hunting in South Delta
JACKSON – Heavy rainfall and rising river levels have caused extensive flooding along the Mississippi River. As a result, all hunting except for waterfowl will close based on these parameters: Zone 1: When the Greenville, MS gauge reaches 48 feet and shall remain so until the Mississippi River level falls to or below 46 feet […]
Butterflies of the Mississippi Delta Showcased in New Brochure
Thirty-eight colorful butterflies are featured in a new, beautifully designed full-color brochure produced by Mississippi’s Lower Delta Partnership (LDP). The brochure and accompanying web pages seek to educate people about these colorful pollinators and the habitats they use. From Delta forests to fields and roadsides, visitors can use this brochure to help identify the butterflies […]
The Benefits of Trees
Trees By Joyce Kilmer I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prest Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast; A tree that looks at God all day, And lifts her leafy arms to pray; A tree that may in Summer wear A nest of […]
Living with Bears – Human/Wildlife Conflicts
As hunters keep their deer feeders full during the season, sometimes unexpected eaters show up! The article below is from the MDWFP website regarding how to react if you encounter a black bear. It is widely agreeable that observation of bears is best at a distance. When bears come too close to our homes, […]
Wetland Management for Waterfowl Workshops in November
Mississippi’s Lower Delta Partnership (LDP) is hosting two workshops that will detail managing land for waterfowl. LDP is partnering with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP), Ducks Unlimited (DU), US Fish and Wildlife Service, and Mississippi State Extension Service to present the workshops. Wildlife biologist from DU, […]
Leasing Your Land for Hunting
As a woodland landowner, leasing your woodland can provide both monetary and land management benefits. Leases are one of the easiest ways to obtain income from land and can often offset rising property taxes. But, added income is not the only benefit a landowner will receive from leasing his land. Other benefits include enhanced land […]
