Andrés Ruzo, the founder of the Boiling River Project, has been awarded the 2024 Lowell Thomas Award, one of the highest honors in travel and exploration. This prestigious prize, named after the legendary travel journalist, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field.
North America’s rivers, like the Mississippi and Colorado, were once lifelines for pioneers. While ancient civilizations rafted too, John Wesley Powell is the undisputed father of modern whitewater rafting, which surged in popularity in the mid-20th century.
The rhythmic flow of a river symbolizes the transformation of barley into whiskey. This connection between the spirit, the land, and the water has inspired many distilleries to name themselves after nearby rivers.
Unleash your inner explorer in our river collection! Dive into themes like the “Top 200 Longest,” featuring water from legendary rivers like the Nile, the world’s undisputed champion. These themes make learning about rivers a blast, letting you engage with the entire collection in exciting new ways. All themes are just a tab away – explore below!
Embark on a journey with the world’s rivers, starting with the top 200 longest. Explore their ecosystems, histories… (continue reading)
Many reputable organizations have published lists of rivers considered sacred in various cultures. While we at River Mixer believe all rivers hold significance, some undoubtedly inspire deep devotion due to their cultural and religious importance… (continue reading)
Inspired by Langston Hughes’ powerful poem, “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” this collection brings together water from the Euphrates, Congo, Nile, and Mississippi. Hughes’ poem, written at just seventeen, explores the deep connection… (continue reading)
The Tibetan Plateau, often referred to as the “Roof of the World,” serves as the geographical and historical wellspring for many of Asia’s most vital rivers. The Brahmaputra, Yangtze, Yellow, Mekong, Salween, Indus, Satluj, Syr Darya, Amu Darya, Gange.,. (continue reading)
This collection wouldn’t be complete without highlighting the extraordinary feat of the Grand Canal…. (continue reading)
This collection celebrates rivers that hold unique titles. Take the Yarlung Tsangpo River, for example. Flowing at a staggering 5,210 meters (17,090 feet) above sea level,… (continue reading)
The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, established in 1968, recognizes the invaluable heritage of select rivers. These rivers boast outstanding ecological, cultural, and recreational… (continue reading)
Many rivers face serious threats. In 2007, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) identified “10 Rivers Most at Risk” based on key dangers: dams and infrastructure, water overuse, climate change, invasive species, overfishing, and pollution… (continue reading)
We’re always brainstorming fresh methods to use our river collection. Our goal? To reconnect people with nature and history through rivers, all while fostering community engagement. Here’s a peek at some art projects currently bubbling up!
A collection of short stories inspired by actual and fictitious river confluences, each complemented by stunning black and white pencil sketch images. All of the rivers mentioned in each narrative are part of our river collection.
In this mesmerizing series, we masterfully weave together the essence of multiple rivers, transcending mere representation and delving into the realm of symbolism. Each canvas becomes a harmonious tapestry where rivers… (continue reading)
A collection that explores a series of two-character plays, each character symbolically represented by a river. These rivers flow through the narratives, carrying emotions, secrets, and conflicts.
At present, each river is stored in a brown plastic lab bottle, which serves well for preservation but fails to accentuate the distinctive features of each river. To address this, we are partnering with local potter Amy Lancaster from Oak Knoll Pottery to craft ceramic jars specifically for each river. Our “River Essence Jars” will function as permanent storage vessels for the lab bottles. Keep a look out for additional developments.
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