Who Works the Rivers Event

RiverWorks Discovery welcomes Vicksburg area high school juniors and seniors to explore careers along the river through engaging activities like line throwing and exploring the interactive stations on a retired towboat. School buses from five Vicksburg area schools will transport approximately 170 students to a river of possibilities. The presenters encourage students to come away with an understanding and interest in the vital part the rivers contribute to the nation. The interactive presenters gives students the valuable chance to meet real mariners, stevedores, dispatchers, captains, and other careers that help power the world. There is so much to explore that it spills over to 3 locations.

Feb. 10^th
9:30-2:15 PM
Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum
&
Hinds Community College
George Oakes Career
and Technical Building

At the Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum, students will experience life aboard an old USACE towboat as they launch into their activities. Students will also tour Ergon Marine’s grocery and parts warehouses to learn how river transport keeps needed products flowing throughout the nation. At Hinds College, students will hear firsthand from maritime professionals about how the river industry contributes to the local economy as they tour the industrial maintenance and maritime training facilities. In addition to the fun demonstrations, RiverWorks Discovery will serve students a free lunch as they discover career options.

Contact Errin Howard via email or phone with any questions. For more information about RiverWorks Discovery and Who Works the Rivers, visit www.riverworksdiscovery.org.