Nourish your soul
Step away from the fast pace of your everyday life, slow down, unwind, and take in the natural beauty of Mississippi’s Lower Delta. You’ll find green around every corner in the Deep Delta. From the largest national forest in the state to birding opportunities, breathtaking scenery, and amazing hikes.
We welcome adventurers
Come explore the great outdoors in Mississippi’s Lower Delta – from the great Mississippi River to the alluvial fields dotted with farms. You can paddle down the tributaries of the Mississippi River, find the perfect hunting spot on public lands, hop on a hay ride at an agritourism farm, bird watch along the Mississippi Flyway, or hike some of our many trails.
Click on the links below to view both private and public outdoor spots.
Feature Outdoors Articles
Keep America Beautiful
April is Keep America Beautiful Month, and there will be several clean ups scheduled in towns across America during the month of April and into May. Established in 1953, the Keep America Beautiful organization encourages people to end littering, recycle when possible, and beautify America’s communities. In Sharkey County, the first clean up will be…
Avoid Nature-Deficit Disorder: It’s Time to Get the Whole Family Outside
There’s nothing quite like getting outside on a beautiful day to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. And while most parents appreciate the importance of spending time outdoors, it’s not always easy to get our children to agree. The last thing many of them want is to be pried away from their devices or the…
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Nature Festivals in Mississippi
Mississippi is home to some amazing nature and outdoor festivals. With lots of fun-filled activities, live animal demonstrations, outdoor recreation, and games for kids – you might not even notice that you’re learning about wildlife and nature too! From one of the top birding festivals in the nation to a festival that celebrates the longest…
Backyard Birding
As winter approaches, many home birdwatchers begin to pay more attention to their back yard feeders. In the winter, food sources are not as readily available for our feathered friends, and they appreciate folks that supplement their food with backyard feeders. Feeders placed in the yard also enable residents to birdwatch from the comfort of…
Hunt the South Delta’s Public Lands
Hunting season is upon us in the South Delta and with it comes an influx of camouflage. No matter where you stop, Chucks Dairy Bar, the Onward Store, Stop & Shop, you see lots of folks in camouflage, and that’s great! We appreciate the boost to our economy that hunting season brings. So, where are you…
Vicksburg Area Nature Guide
Wildlife viewing and nature tourism opportunities within 30 miles of Vicksburg, Mississippi The Vicksburg Area Nature Guide describes some of the more outstanding nature areas and wildlife watching spots within the 30 miles of Vicksburg. many of these sites are on the National Audubon Society’s Great River Birding Trail, which extends the entire length of…
