PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND
RIVER TRAVELERS
AND
LOOPERS
A page dedicated to the River Travelers and Loopers who pass thru the St. Louis area
on the Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri Rivers.
River Travelers Posted 05-31-17 . John David in the front and Barry
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Pictures of the Day.... were sent to us by Ramjet who lives aboard the "Ginny G" in Woodland Marina
Hi Bill,
Here we have John David in the front and Barry behind. They bought a house boat and are taking her home. Their stories are as good as there spirits.
Here is a link to the history of Natchez MS. It's worth the
read...
click here Story by Ramjet and Cinderella. A new adventure awaits everyone nightly all we have to do is find it.
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Reprinted from 5-30-17 Facebook post....
Natchez Explorer Mississippi River
Expedition
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River Travelers Posted 09-12-16
Mike Malory and Dave Randolph
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Bill,
On the hook Saturday evening and watched a couple of kayakers setup camp for the night on the island. On Sunday, the two gentlemen stopped at our boat and told us about their " charity trip," length of the Mississippi, for Keycenters.org.
Hats off to Mike Malory and Dave Randolph for their efforts. Follow them at http://www.silveroutsider.com/
Penny and Ron Say Steel Woodland Marina
KeyCenter.org Key Development Center, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, CARF accredited, licensed substance abuse prevention and treatment provider with over 17 years' experience in the Livingston County area. KDC offers a wide range of substance abuse services, including prevention, education, outpatient treatment, screening, assessment, referral and follow-up, and dual enhanced treatment.
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Picture of the Day Posted 07-30-16 . Mississippi River Travelers Eric, Johnny, Jason and James
click pic to enlarge Mississippi River Kayakers
click pic to enlarge (L- R) Eric, Johnny, Jason and far right is James. And Ashley -- Phil Billy's daughter
No larger pic available The Thristy Thursday Night Party Crew
Pictures of The Day..... were sent to us by Mary Tiemann who hails out of Camp Carl on Wilson Road Slough
Bill,
Met some kayakers Thursday night. They are venturing down the Mississippi river.
Three of them went to college together Eric, Johnny, Jason from Colorado & Chicago. James is from Minnesota who met them along the way and joined their crew.
The guys are all in the mid 20's. They had a great time talking and eating with us on Thirsty Thursday. Yes, they got some Patrico bread too! They camped the night on Enterprise beach.
We told them good places to stop along the way. Hoppies Marina for sure.
As I left the beach I told them safe travels and hope to hear from them when they complete the journey.
Mary
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Picture of the Day Posted 07-30-16 . Mississippi River Traveler Sioned Selleck
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Picture of The Day..... was sent to us by Capt.Riverjon
Bill,
Sioned Selleck paddling down from Lake Itasca
Capt. Riverjon
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Below is Sioned's facebook post from 7-28-16 on Mississippi River Paddlers
Reprinted from Facebook
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Recycled Mississippi Posted 7-16-16
A dock-eye view of the "Recycled Mississippi" boat at Alton Marina yesterday afternoon. Plastic bottles for floatation and a solar panel
Plastic bottles for floatation
A small part of the Sponsor Board on the outside portion of the vessels' deck
View of the stern of the Recycled Mississippi. 25 hp outboard and rudders. The bamboo mast is laying on the deck
Headed out for a short cruise with Channel 2 News
Dan and Ramjet of CID Marine Service were there servicing the crew's outboard motor
RiverBill with 5 of the crew of the Recycled Mississippi Dan, Gary, Sebastian, Zander and Livio (no order)
A short cruise on board the "Recycle Mississippi"
RiverBills.com made a donation to help support the Recycle Mississippi expedition down the Mississippi River and Capt'n Dan placed a RiverBills sticker on the Sponsor Board. Yah Mon
The Crew will be at the Loading Dock this afternoon between 4 and 6 with Captain Henry aboard the HMS Destiny.
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Recycled Mississippi Posted 07-14-16
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The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt'n Tim Crawford
Bill,
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Picture of the Day Posted 06-27-16
Terry Devine & Derrick Baan Australian Loopers Mississippi River at Hoppies Marina UMR 158
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The Picture of the Day........ was sent to us by Claudia Burris, who hails out of Hoppie's Marina in Kimmswick, Mo
Australian Loopers, Terry
Devine and Derrick Baan, stopped to fuel up at Hoppies Marina in
their boat "Grace Full" a 26 foot C Dory. The two "mates" of
more than 40 years are fulfilling a dream of Baan's to be a
looper. "30 years ago I read an article in a magazine about
someone who did the loop and I promised myself that one day I'd
do it, too," explains Baan, in his pronounced Australian accent.
Claudia Burris Hoppie's Marina Correspondent
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Ashley Dechant Is in the News Posted 02-27-16
Mississippi River Journeys College Student Completes Solo Trip Down The Mississippi River........
Last summer, Ashley Dechant, a junior at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse completed a solo trip down the Mississippi River, from St. Paul, Minnesota and New Orleans on a 12 foot fishing boat.
Ashley, an art major, says that she did not catch any fish during her 74 day journey, however, she did document the lives of people she encountered during the trip, including the crew at Hoppies Marina, who took her in for 33 days.
Dechant recorded her trip by taking hundreds of photos, shooting video, and recording audio clips. On Monday, Dechant will be presenting an hour long documentary film of the trip, followed up by a discussion, in 1400 Centennial Hall........
Click here to read more from news.uwlax.edu. With Photos.
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Picture of the Day Posted 11-05-15
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Sarah, Ted and Patches on the Manatee
Claudia Burris Hoppie's Marina Kimmswick, Mo |
Picture of the Day Posted 10-21-15 Floating the River
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RiverBills Pictures of the Day ...... were sent to us by Capt'n Bruce King
Hey Bill ,
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Nicole Brennan 10-18-15 Click pic to enlarge
RiverBills Picture of the Day.... Was sent to us by Captain Phillip Jost who hails out of Lake Center Marina in the boat.... August Blue
Bill,
As any fellow boater would, we gave her food, drinks, and encouragement on her adventure.
Phillip Jost
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Navy Vet, Chris Ring Swims into St. Louis Posted 09-22-15
Chris Ring (in the water) and Seth (in kayak) with escort swimming the Mississippi River into St. Louis on Monday evening
Seth in the kayak and Chris Ring swimming
Chris Ring getting out of the river
Welcome to St. Louis
Chris meeting the families of fallen Vets
Chris meeting the families of fallen Vets
Gold Star Families with Chris
The kayak full of signatures of Gold Star Families. Seth told us this is the 2nd kayak. The first is full of signatures
Mary, Justin, RiverBill and Seth Justin is the ground crew for the trip down the Mississippi River Seth kayaks with Chris Ring
RiverBill, Chris Ring and Mary Click pic to enlarge
RiverBills Pictures of the Day.... were taken Monday Evening on the St. Louis Riverfront in front of the Arch.
We missed Chris swimming through Pool 26 of the Mississippi River this past weekend, so Mary and I headed down to the St. Louis Riverfront on Monday evening to witness Chris Ring's arrival in St. Louis. Chris and his kayak boat arrived at the arch about 5pm, escorted by two St. Louis fireboats.
There were about 30 people awaiting his arrival, including three Gold Star Families. Lots of flags and all the news crews. Chris spent time visiting with each Gold Star family, looked at pictures of their fallen loved ones and embraced them all.
Mary and I got to meet Chris and his crew. Seth travels the river with Chris and Justin is the ground crew, driving their vehicle location to location. They were headed to the Missouri Athletic Club for the evening and told us they would be live on Fox2 News on Tuesday morning. After the news broadcast.... back into the Mississippi River and on to the Gulf of Mexico. They hope to complete the swim in November
It was an honor to meet you Chris....
RiverBill
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Picture of the Day Posted 07-21-15 Ashley Leaves Hoppie's Marina! Mississippi River at Kimswick, Mo
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The Pictures of the Day.... were sent to us by Claudia Burris who hails out of Hoppies Marina in Kimmswick, Mo......
Hi Bill,
Good luck Ashley and keep in touch!
RiverBill says... Good luck Ashley. Safe Journeys
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Picture of the Day Posted 6-16-15
Ashley Dechant Traveling from St. Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans in a 12 foot fishing boat at Hoppies Marina Mississippi River at Kimswick, Mo UMR 158
Reposted from Facebook.. Photo by Claudia Ruth
The Picture of the Day.... was sent to us by Ramjet who hails out of Woodland Marina in the Ginger G
Ashley completed her next leg!
Photo taken off of Facebook.
RiverBill says... Ashley is traveling he length of the Mississippi River in her jon boat
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Picture of the Day Posted 06-13-15
Ashley Dechant Traveling from St. Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans in a 12 foot fishing boat at Woodland Marina Mississippi River at St. Charles Mo UMR 222.2 Ashley arriving at Woodland Marina
Christa and Ashley at Graton Harbor click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day.... were sent to us by Capt'n Greg Sadowski and Christa Leone who both hail out of Woodland Marina....
It's a couple of pictures of Ashley, who is traveling the length of the Mississippi River in her jon boat. Greg has been talking to her by phone and she made it to Woodland Marina on Thursday evening. Later on they cruised over to Grafton Harbor in Ricky Phillips houseboat.
RiverBill says... Safe Travelers Ashley !
Added Sun at 5:00AM Greg Sadwoski reported that
She (Ashley) is planning
to leave Woodland today.(Sat 6-13-15)
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Picture of the Day Posted 9-25-2013
Henk Van Der Klock's Party at the Boathouse The RiverBills Girls.....Sherri, Jill and Emily with RiverBill and Henk
Gifts for Henk It's a RiverBIlls Sticker for his journey
And a RiverBills Pirate T
Henk and Friends
Wednesday night at the Delmar Loop
The Duck Room Chuck Berry Bronze at BlueBerry Hill click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day.... are of Henk Van Der Klok's party last night at the Boathouse. Henk is a Dutch Filmmaker and adventurer who is traveling down the Mississippi River from it's source to the sea. Last night we had a party for him at the boat house.....
Henk is headed further down river on Wednesday morning to Alton, St. Louis Riverfront, Hoppies Marina and beyond !
Good Luck Henk Have a Safe Journey From everyone at RiverBills So glad we got to meet you !
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Picture of the Day Posted 09-23-13
Henk Van Der Klok Dutch Filmmaker and Adventurer is in Pool 26
In Kayak on Dardenne Slough
In North Shore Marina
at Sundowners Sunday evening click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day.... are of Henk Van Der Klok
The picture above was taken at Sundowner's last night. henk is enjoying a beverage and some eats with (L-R) RiverBill, Mary and Carl Tiemann and Pat and Phyllis Renner.
Henk is kayaking down the Mississippi River from it's source to the sea. He is in Pool 26 right now. He told us he will be at the Boathouse today editing some of his film. Drop by and say hello !
Henk told me during our many conversations that one of the next things he wants to do this year, while in the US, is hike the Appalachian trail. I said, "Henk !. You can't do that during the winter." He looked me straight in the eye and said... "Bill..... You can do anything you want."
A few Henk facts ~ Single ~ No Children (that he knows about) ~ Served in the Netherlands Marine Corps ~ Turning 28 years old on Friday ~ Henk's parents don't understand why he is doing his adventure travels. ~ Drinks Bud Light ~ Spent Sunday afternoon with the Anchor Yankers crew on their Island. ~ He told us everyone one the river has treated him very good. ~ Henk is headed down river on Wednesday morning ~ Next Stop Alton
Anyone up to padding down river with Henk on Wednesday morning ?
Meet and Greet Party for Henk is at the Boathouse on Tuesday evening... party starts at 6:00PM.
RiverBill says.... Henk is one heck of a down to earth, interesting guy ! Check out Henk's website
http://thedutchadventurist.com/ Henk and Lori at Sundowners
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Picture of the Day 10-25-09
Click on pic to enlarge DrifterRadio at Port Charles Marina
The Pictures of the Day ..... were sent in by Capt'n Mike Densmore, who hails out of Two Branch Marina in the cruiser... Whats Next..... and Mary Beth Tiemann who hails out of Woodland Marina in the cruiser... Krystal Lady
Check them out on-line
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Picture of the Day Posted 08-26-2008
"HMR C. Bernadette Able" Meets "Lady Tampa Bay" |
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River Picture of the Day.......... was sent to us by Captain Greg Sadowski and crew.
Bill.
"HMR C. Bernadette Able" , Riverbill's
picture of the day Aug. 17,
meets
Captain Greg Sadowski
RiverBill's received another e-mail a bit later:
Correction ... Buddy is in the picture. Can you find him? |
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Picture of the Day Posted 08-13-2013 Hanna in the Along The Mississippi Click pic to enlarge
Picture of the Day.... was sent to us by Linda Lochmann.
Bill,
Saw on your site this weekend about this lady going down the
river. We were out and saw her so grabbed a few pictures.
RiverBill says.... Linda wrote that this picture was taken on the Illinois side of the Mississippi RIver near the lower end of Dardenne Slough.
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Picture of the Day Posted 7-29-2009
DuroBoat Loopers Gals
The River Pictures of the Day ..... are from Larry at Duroboat.
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Picture of the Day Posted 08-17-2008
HMR C. Bernadette Able |
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River Picture of the Day.......... was sent to us by Rebecca Cate, who hails out of Debuque, Iowa ! The HMR C. Bernadette Able is coming our way.
Bill,
RiverBill says...Thanks Rebecca for the e-mail and for sharing your pictures. Hope we get to see them pass through this area.
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Picture of the Day Posted 3-13-2006
Another RiverBill
Our River Picture and Story of the Day .... was sent in by Captain Greg Sadowski, out of Woodland Marina. It is a good story about another River Bill.
Greg wrote in his e-mail:
CAN
YOU FIND THE RIVER DAWG IN THIS PICTURE ? I took this picture in September of 2004, That's Before I met River Bill !! Taken by the gas dock at Mud Island Marina - Memphis, Tennessee. Mark Krull, Dolph Kraus, and I were on our way to Miami on the "Miami Magic". This boater was on his way to Key West from Minnesota, and this was not his first time making the trip. (Different Boats). He told us that he went by the name "River Bill". Bill had lost an outboard motor in the Alton pool, hitting a large submerged log. Grafton is where he replaced it with the one you see in the picture.
He rescued this puppy
on its way to the dog pound, to become a river dog. This was just a few days
earlier in the town of Caruthersville, MO.
I asked, What's the dog's name. He didn't have one yet. I suggested
"Skipper". He
liked it and said That'll be his name. True
Story, Greg
Sadowski Anyone out there have more info on this other River Bill? I'd like to hear about it
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