WILD MILES IN SOUTHERN LIVING MAGAZINE
Floating down the Mississippi, surveying its untouched banks, John Ruskey and Mike Clark feel most at home. Owners of outfitting and tour companies on the Mississippi River, they volunteer together to protect the largest river system in North America, leading large-scale cleanups and canoe-building sessions.”
“In 2011, they launched www.wildmiles.org to document and protect the river’s last untouched wilderness.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2012
SOUTHERN LIVING MAGAZINE
NAMES “HEROES OF THE NEW SOUTH”
New York, NY – Southern culture is rooted in and sustained by everyday heroes. To celebrate these champions, Southern Living searched the region for individuals and organizations working to preserve and advance regional traditions. The brand named a select group of honorees, ages 20 to 93, winners of the “Heroes of the New South Awards.” These inspiring people, who reflect the rich diversity of the Southern spirit, are making extraordinary contributions to both regional and American culture. For full story, go to: http://www.southernliving.com/travel/heroes-of-the-new-south-00417000077364
