The State of Mississippi was named after the Mississippi River, which runs along the state's western border.  Mississippi is Ojibwe for "great river".  The state is also known as the Magnolia State or the Hospitality State.  It became the 20th state of the Union on December 10, 1817.  The Jackson area is located almost directly in the center of Mississippi.  The climate is warm and humid, with long summers and short, mild winters.  In the late summer, hurricanes frequent the state, moving north from the Gulf of Mexico.  There are several varieties of wild trees that cover Mississippi, including: pine trees (the most prevelant), cottonwood, elm, hickory, oak, pecan, sweet gum and tupelo.  Lumber is a major industry for the state.

Mississippi is known for its beautiful outdoors.  There are so many state parks to enjoy recreation such as fishing and golfing.  Please visit either Wildernet.com or MDWFP.com for a complete list of state parks in the area.

Tourism is a great industry in Mississippi as well.  Whether you want to vacation in Mississippi or travel the Mississippi Gulf Coast, there are many different places to see.

Pine Tree

Cottonwood

Elm

Hickory

Oak Tree

Black Tupelo

Jackson

Madison

Brandon

Ridgeland

Canton

Clinton

Richland

Byram

Pearl

Florence

Flowood

Terry 

Flora