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Missouri River Pedestrian Bridge

 

Through the vision of former Nebraska Senator Bob Kerrey, Back to the River was created to preserve and improve wildlife habitat and provide economic development opportunities in a balanced, sustainable manner along the Missouri River.

Together with program supporters, Back to the River has strived to protect the environmental and economic future of the Missouri River through:

  • Wildlife habitat restoration
  • Recreation and river access
  • Environmental education
  • Economic development
  • Cultural and historical        resources
  • Floodplain management