Council of Advisors

Friends of the Mississippi River is honored to rely upon the wisdom and experience of the following advisors as it develops its strategic priorities and policy positions.

  • Shirley Hunt Alexander
  • Peter Bachman
  • Charles K. Dayton
  • David Durenberger
  • George Latimer
  • Ted Mondale
  • Dr. Michael Osterholm
  • Phil Riveness
  • Tina Smith

Upcoming Events

FMR Executive Director Whitney Clark guest beertends
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul
Educators: Bring FMR to your students
This school year
In your classroom or outside
A toast to FMR: Wabasha's 'Neighbor on Tap'
Throughout August 2025
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul

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Our River Campaign:
It all starts here

At the heart of this new campaign is the vision of a healthy Mississippi River.

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