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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Grafton Harbor
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Mary Tiemann who hails out of RiverBills Place at Woodland Marina in her boat.... The Proud Mary
Saturday We were the only 2 boats on the dock at Grafton Harbor
Carpenter’s
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 25, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION MISSOURI RIVER All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, have been withdrawn for the commercial navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,507 members as of 11-30-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Hannibal Riverfront Update Pool 22 of the Mississippi River........
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No new incident reports for the St. Louis area Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports
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Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Upcoming Events December 05, 2020 Con Trios Yacht Club Christmas Party........
A gentle reminder about this upcoming event:
Christmas Party
Duck Club Yacht Club
CON TRIOS YACHT CLUB Christmas Party at the Duck Club Saturday December 5th. Doors open at 5 Appetizers at 6:00 Announcements at 6:30 Dinner at 7:00 Music by Samurai 5 Open Bar $55 per person, choice of beef or chicken 50/50 Drawing to benefit Christmas gifts to needy families. Come gussied up and be ready to party Christmas style! CHRISTMAS DINNER MENU Hors d'oeuvres Trashed wings Bacon wrapped water chestnuts Assorted flatbreads 1st Course House salad-assorted mixed green tossed in red wine vinaigrette, mozzarella cheese, sliced red onion and roasted red pepper. Entrée Choice of Chicken Parmesan or sliced Sirloin Steak with peppercorn sauce Roasted garlic mashed potato Grean beans tossed with bacon and onion Dessert Chocolate chip crème brûlée with crushed peppermint and strawberries
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Boating Lifestyle Number Of New Boater Surged During 2020........
2020 has so far been quite an odd year, but one thing is for certain, there was a huge influx of new boat buyers in the recreational boating market. The question remains, is whether they will stick with it.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, many recreational plans and options were dashed, prompting Americans to look elsewhere for recreation. Hitting ht water aboard a boat seemed to satisfy many of the social distancing recommendations, while getting people out of the house.
The sudden surge of first time boat buyers has reversed the decade-long trend of new boaters decreasing, however, the pandemic has left the recreational boating industry trying to meet demands........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photo.
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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River History....
November 30, 1835 in River History
Author Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born on this day in Florida, Missouri.
Better known by his pen name Mark Twain.
He lived most of his boyhood years on the banks of the Mississippi River in Hannibal, Mo and the town and its inhabitants became the subjects of Mark Twain's later famous writings........ especially The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
Born .....November 30, 1835 Died.....April 21, 1910
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River Cruising News American Cruise Lines Reveals New Riverboat Interior Designs........
American Cruise Lines recently unveiled the new interior designs of their new class of modern riverboats, which are set to cruise the Mississippi River this coming cruise season.
According to Charles Robertson, president and CEO of American Cruise Lines, the new interior design concept for the modern riverboats is the next evolution of the series.
Robertson ads that the riverboats will feature the graceful structural innovations that were introduced with the first riverboats in the series, including the patented opening bow and retractable gangway, the glass atriums and the 100 percent private balcony accommodations.........
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Mississippi River Near Cairo, Illinois U.S. 60/62 Bridge Closing For Repair Work........
Officials with the Illinois Department of Transportation recently announced that as of 7 am Monday, November 30, the U.S. 60/62 Bridge spanning the Mississippi River between Cairo, Illinois and Birds Point, Missouri will be closing for repair work.
IDOT says that crews will be performing repair work on the span's piers and temporary shoring, which will require the bridge to be closed to traffic. The project is expected to be completed by December 31, 2020........
Click here to read this news tidbit from kfvs12.com. With Photo.
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Mississippi River Near Angola, Louisiana Corps and The Nature Conservancy Forming New Atchafalaya River Project...
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is teaming up with the environmental group, The Nature Conservancy to better regulate the flow of the Mississippi and Atchafalaya Rivers with the new Atchafalaya River Project.
Scientists with The Nature Conservancy will be working with the Corps in testing whether altering the flows of the Atchafalaya River can improve the last great overflow swamp in the nation.
The focus of the project will be at the Old River Control Structure, where by law, 30 percent of the Mississippi River's flow is diverted into the Atchafalaya River. For more than 50 years, the structure has prevented the Mississippi River from changing course, and has always been utilized for flood control. TNC scientists are considering using the Old River Control Structure for more than flood control........
Click here to read this news column from iberianet.com. With Photo.
The Old River Control Structure is a floodgate system that was completed in 1963. It controls the amount of water flowing into the Atchafalaya River from the Mississippi River, thereby preventing the Mississippi River from changing course. Source: Wikipedia Online Encyclopedia. Click here to read more.
The Atchafalaya River is a "distributary" of the Mississippi River...
From Wikipedia: A distributary, or a distributary channel, is a stream that branches off and flows away from a main stream channel. Distributaries are a common feature of river deltas. The phenomenon is known as river bifurcation. The opposite of a distributary is a tributary. Distributaries are found where a stream nears a lake or an ocean. They can also occur inland, on alluvial fans, or where a tributary stream bifurcates as it nears its confluence with a larger stream. In some cases, a minor distributary can divert so much water from the main channel that it can become the main route.
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-26-20 Thought I posted thisI before but
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season See you in 2021 !
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on higher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
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The Mississippi River at Kimmswick, Mo Hoppie's Under Construction Sun pic
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Claudia Burris who hails out of Hoppie"s Marina
Hi Bill,
See you on the river!
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NAIDA Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Grafton Harbor Sat Pic
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The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt Tim Crawford
Hello Bill, and all,
Capt Tim Crawford
More info on "NAIDA"... click here
These photos are going into the Just Never Know What You Will See on the River Page... click here
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Sat Pic
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Capt Brad Maher who hails out of the Alton Motor Boat club on Piasa Creek of the Mississippi River
Friday Night
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Grafton, IL Sat Pic
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Lou Lenkman
The Grove Memorial Park. Come out and support Small Business Saturday!!!! Lou
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathemians,
River family , friends.
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
2019 Catch of the Day Sat Pic Click pic to enlarge
The Catch of the Day..... photo from Vincent Mazzola titled:
Broke two nets today
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Added Sunday Riverboat History A Look Back At Boats That Hauled Calhoun County Apples........
Calhoun County is a narrow peninsula situated between the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. The region is perhaps best known for it's orchards that grow peaches during the summer and apples in the fall, and as a result, the county has a bit of history involving steamboats hauling apples.
The sternwheeler D.H. Pike was built in 1883 and was originally called the Benton McMillin. The riverboat worked the Cumberland River for several years prior to moving to the Ohio River to operate in the Pittsburgh - Cincinnati trade in 1886. In 1888, The Eagle Packet Company purchased the vessel, lengthened the hull, renamed it the D.H. Pike and it operated in the St. Louis - Peoria trade.
THe Belle of Calhoun was constructed in 1895 by the Carondelet Marine Ways and completed along the St. Louis Levee. The vessel was owned by the Clarksville Packet Company and was named for Miss Anna Wood, who was named the Belle of Calhoun County. After changing hands and names a few times, the Belle of Calhoun sank in 1914 four miles above Alton, Illinois with 4,700 barrels of apples aboard. Most of the cargo was recovered, but around 800 barrels were lost........
Click here to read more from waterwaysjournal.net. With Photos.
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Added Sunday Socially-Distanced Bald Eagle Tour Pere Marquette State Park......
Reprinted from Pere marquette State Park Facebook page... click here
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The Flag of St. Louis, Mo
Added Sunday Mississippi River At St. Louis, Missouri St. Louis' "Three Rivers" Flag Voted Coolest City Flag........
Back in May, a competition was held on Twitter, looking to determine which city in the United States had the "coolest" city flag. St. Louis was originally seeded as number 64 out of 64 cities, but went on to with the top honors.
The battle for the title of "Coolest US City Flag" came down to St. Louis versus Tulsa, Oklahoma. St. Louis won the title by a final vote of 94 percent to 6 percent.
The St. Louis flag is also known as the "Three Rivers Flag" as it symbolizes the confluence of the Missouri, Mississippi and Meramec Rivers. The Fleur-de-lis in the center pays homage to the city's French heritage........
Click here to read this news tidbit from radio.com. With Photos.
Check out some history of the St. Louis Three Rivers Flag... click here
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Added Sunday Ohio River Near Cincinnati, Ohio River Ferry Busy After Fiery Accident Closed Brent Spence Bridge........
Ever since the Brent Spence Bridge was closed following a fiery crash between two trucks, the Anderson Ferry has been busy carrying vehicles across the Ohio River.
Captain John James pilots the Anderson Ferry's Boone No.9 across the Ohio River approximately 9 times per hour. A typical afternoon trip would see about three or four cars per trip, but since the bridge closed, the ferry is carrying up to 15 cars per trip.
Captain James says that 15 is the maximum number of cars that are able to fit on the Boone No.9, which is Anderson Ferry's larges ferryboat. The Anderson Ferry usually carries between 400 and 500 cars per day, but now that number has roughly doubled........
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Added Sunday Boat Manufacturer Boat Builders Designing Boats To Handle Modern Outboards........
Modern high-horsepower outboard engines are heavy and they are capable of producing tremendous amounts of power and torque, which are three characteristics that boatbuilders are having to master.
Back in 2018, Kevin Burns, the vice president of design and product development for Sabre Yachts and Back Cove Yachts was at the helm of a prototype of the company's first outboard offering, the Back Cove 340.
Burns said that the first 340 was rigged with twin Suzuki 350s on it's transom. He says that they got it over 40 knots, and turned so hard that the engines broke free and spun the boat out. No one was hurt, but part of the testing process was to find what the limits are........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photo.
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 25, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
MILE
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MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION MISSOURI RIVER All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, have been withdrawn for the commercial navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,507 members as of 11-29-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Website..click here Facebook Page..click here
Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Mississippi River Cruising American Intends To Cruise 4 Boats Next Year.......
Officials with American Cruise Lines say that they are expecting to be operating two new riverboats on the Mississippi River next year, and an agreement with the City of Alton will make the city the launch point for several Mississippi River tours.
In addition to the two new riverboats, ACL will be running two existing paddlewheelers along the Mississippi River in 2021, the America and the Queen of the Mississippi.
Charles B. Robertson, President and CEO of American Cruise Lines says that the new American Melody and American Jazz riverboats blend the sophisticated and the modern and they will provide the same great cruising experiences on modern ships........
Click here to read this news report from thetelegraph.com. With Photo.
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Sad News Robert "Bob" Rogliardi Passed Away........
Photo is Bob and Janet at the 2017 Blessing of the Fleet
Con Trios Yacht Club member Robert "Bob" Rogliardi passed away at home after a short illness. Bob was an avid fisherman at their place at the Lake of the Ozarks and lots of bass tournaments. For several years they also had a pontoon boat at Yacht Club of St. Louis affectionately called the "River Pig". Bob was always fun to be around and will be greatly missed. Janet said all the kids were there with him the day before.
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Upcoming Events December 15, 2020 Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois Virtual Neighbor Nights Presentation Focusing On The Mississippi River........
On Tuesday, December 15, from 7-8 pm, the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will be hosting a virtual Neighbor Nights presentation via Zoom. The presentation will focus on why the Mississippi River is considered to be one of the world's greatest waterways.
Ted Kratschmer, the Field Station and Special Projects Manager will be presenting the facts about the Mississippi River. He says that they will be discussing some of the interesting plants and animals found in the river.
Kratschmer says that the Neighbor Nights presentation will be a great opportunity to learn about the general health of the Mississippi River, and some of the challenges it faces........
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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Ohio River Near Cincinnati, Ohio Fiery Wreck Caused Bridge, River Shutdown........
Earlier this month, a wreck and subsequent fire on a major bridge spanning the Ohio River near Cincinnati, Ohio has caused the closure of the span and the river below. The river may have reopened, but the bridge will likely not reopen until late December.
Emergency repairs are underway on the Brent Spence Bridge in Covington, Kentucky. Mark Policinski, CEO of the Ohio Kentucky Indiana Regional Council of Governments says that the worst thing that could've happened to their transportation system indeed happened.
The accident caused a fireball on the bridge that was burning at 1,500 degrees. THe fire occurred over the navigation channel, so the Coast Guard closed the Ohio River for 1 mile in each direction for 36 hours as a precaution........
Click here to read this news article from waterwaysjournal.net. With Photo.
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River History....
28 November, 1967 in River History
The USS Inaugural was floating attraction on the St. Louis riverfront from 1968 to 1993 was pulled from its mooring during the 1993 flood. Rescued and tied temporarily to a barge south of downtown, it suddenly rolled and sank on Sept. 23, 1993..
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Illinois Fishing News From Gilmore Lake Retired Math Teacher Caught Huge Grass Carp........
Buddy Wolke, a retired math teacher from Alton High School recently reeled in a huge grass carp while fishing on Gilmore Lake near Columbia, Illinois. Wolke says that it took him close to a half hour to land the fish.
Wolke was fishing with a light action reel and 6 pound test line, and was using a white hair jig tipped with a nightcrawler.
The carp weighed in at 60 pounds and measured 50 inches long and 34 inches around........
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
1530 Highway J |
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
pontoon boat rentals available |
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-26-20 Thought I posted thisI before but
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season See you in 2021 !
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on higher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Mary and Carl Tiemann
Lucy and Phil THANKSGIVING DAY BOATING
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 25, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION MISSOURI RIVER All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, have been withdrawn for the commercial navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,510 members as of 11-26-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Missouri River Management Corps Calls For Caution In Prepping For 2021 Mo. River Runoff........
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District is calling on the public to keep an eye on the Missouri River Basin as the winter months and the 2021 run-off season is approaching.
Officials with the Corps say that there have been major strides made in repairing more than 350 miles of levees along the Lower Missouri River Basin that sustained damage following the historic 2019 flooding.
There is an increased level of flood risk remaining for communities that are behind the damaged levees, as repair work is ongoing. The risk will remain until all components of the levee system are repaired........
Click here to read this news report from siouxlandproud.com. With Photos.
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Sad News Robert "Bob" Rogliardi Passed Away........
Photo is Bob and Janet at the 2017 Blessing of the Fleet
Con Trios Yacht Club member Robert "Bob" Rogliardi passed away at home after a short illness. Bob was an avid fisherman at their place at the Lake of the Ozarks and lots of bass tournaments. For several years they also had a pontoon boat at Yacht Club of St. Louis affectionately called the "River Pig". Bob was always fun to be around and will be greatly missed. Janet said all the kids were there with him the day before.
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Alton Motor Boat Club Update On Piasa Creek of the Mississippi River......
Reprinted from the Alton Motor Boat Club Facebook page... click here
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Hannibal Riverfront Update Pool 22 of the Mississippi River......
An aerial shot of the new Hannibal Riverfront
Reprinted from the Hannibal Parks & Recreation Facebook page... click here
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Hannibal Riverfront Update Pool 22 of the Mississippi River......
Reprinted from Hannibal Parks & Recreation email
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Missouri River Update Floating Aids To Navigation.....
All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, have been withdrawn for the commercial navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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Mississippi River Near Alton, Illinois Alton Emergency Corps Searched For Missing Man........
The Alton Volunteer Emergency Corps spent approximately four hours on Saturday searching the Mississippi River for 27 year old Edward J. Mahoney of Bethalto, Illinois.
The Alton Police Department had found Mahoney's car abandoned on the Clark Bridge on November 10th. The Bethalto Police Department had acquired information during the investigation that led Alton Police Officers to the Clark Bridge.
The AVEC began Saturday's search by boat, running several times down from the Clark Bridge down to the Alton Dam and back. They also searched the riverbank on foot as well as sonar sweeps with no new leads found........
Click here to read this news article from riverbender.com. With Photos.
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River History....
November 27, 2018 in River History
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Headed our Way ! Mississippi River Near Brownsville, Minnesota Hundreds Of Tundra Swans Migrating Along The Mississippi River........
While Trolling The Internet.... We reeled in some photos shot by photojournalist Peter Thomson showing hundreds of tundra swans along the Mississippi River near Brownsville, Minnesota as they make a pit stop during their annual migration from the Arctic to the southeastern United States....
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U.S. Coast Guard 31 Indicted For Test Score Fixing Scheme........
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana recently announced a round of indictments for 31 people involved in an alleged test score-fixing scheme at a U.S. Coast Guard exam center in Mandeville, Louisiana.
The indictments are centered around Dorothy Smith, a former credentialing specialist at the regional exam center in Mandeville. Between 2001 and August 2019, Smith was employed with the U.S. Coast Guard and tested with entering scores for exams mariners must take to obtain licenses that allow them to serve in various positions on vessels, such as master, mate and engineer.
The indictment claims that Smith was working with two former Coast Guard employees and four maritime industry workers in a score-fixing scheme for over seven years, where bribes were accepted for falsifying test scores........
Click here to read this news story from waterwaysjournal.net.
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org |
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-26-20 Thought I posted thisI before but
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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Gated Entry and Video Security
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on higher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Andrew Zeller of STL Go Fast Boats
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The Mississippi River at Kimmswick, Mo
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Claudia Burris who hails out of Hoppie"s Marina
Hi Bill,
See you on the river!
Isn’t it great! They will start cutting up the barge on Saturday ! Claudia
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Grafton Harbor 2018 Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Click pic to enlarge
Yesterday's Picture of this Day in 2018....
It was a beautiful day, so I took a ride with Carl and
Mary to Grafton to get a bite of lunch. We snapped this pic at
the harbor. Bob, of Grafton Harbor, was running the dock and
Brad was fueling his boat. Brad is back in town from Florida
visiting.
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 25, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION MISSOURI RIVER All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, have been withdrawn for the commercial navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,508 members as of 11-25-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Website..click here Facebook Page..click here
Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Mississippi River At St. Louis, Missouri Riverboats At The Gateway Arch Canceling Remainder Of Season........
Officials with Riverboats at the Gateway Arch have announced that they are canceling all holiday cruises and will be ending the 2020 cruise season on Sunday, November 29 citing increased concerns related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Robert Hopkins, the Director of Operations says that the health and safety of passengers and team members is their highest priority, and they have been working hard to guarantee that the riverboats are a fun and safe destination for friends and families to enjoy a trip along the Mississippi River.
Hopkins adds that the dynamic nature of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced officials to re-evaluate their plans for the remainder of the 2020 season. Ticket holders will be refunded in full for cancelled river cruises........
Click here to read this news report from riverbender.com. With Photo.
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Sad News Robert "Bob" Rogliardi Passed Away........
Photo is Bob and Janet at the 2017 Blessing of the Fleet
Con Trios Yacht Club member Robert "Bob" Rogliardi passed away at home after a short illness. Bob was an avid fisherman at their place at the Lake of the Ozarks and lots of bass tournaments. For several years they also had a pontoon boat at Yacht Club of St. Louis affectionately called the "River Pig". Bob was always fun to be around and will be greatly missed. Janet said all the kids were there with him the day before.
Darryll Weil
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Mel's RiverDock Retaurant Illinois River at Harden, IL.......
Reprinted from Mel's Illinois RiverDock Restaurant Facebook page... click here |
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Win a Pizza Meal Riviera Too .......
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Great Idea ! St. Charles Boat & Motor Yamaha's Swim Up Stern Seating.......
Photo and info from St. Charles Boar & Motor Facebook page... click here |
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Two Rivers Marina Pool 24 of the Mississippi River at Louisiana........
Photo and info from Two Rivers Marina Facebook page... click here |
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Upcoming Event..... December 15, 2020 Mississippi River Education NGRREC Hosting Virtual Mississippi River Presentation.........
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center has announced that they will be hosting a Neighbor Nights virtual presentation on why the Mississippi River is considered to be one of the greatest waterways in the world.
Ted Kratschmer, NGRREC's Field Station and Special Projects Manager will be presenting amazing facts about the fourth longest river in the world. He says that they will be discussing some of the interesting animals and plants found in the river.
This Neighbor Nights presentation will be held from 7 to 8 pm on Tuesday, December 15th on Zoom. Click here to register for the online event.
Click here to read more from advantagenews.com. With Photo.
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River History....
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Boat Manufacturer BRP Releases Their Third Quarter Results........
Bombardier Recreational Products recently released their financial results for the three and nine month periods, which ended on October 31, 2020.
In the North American market, revenue increases in the powersports segment continued, with increases of 16 percent for the third quarter and 23 percent year-to date. Compared to 2019, retail boat sales increased by 4 percent in the third quarter and 8 percent year-to-date.
BRP saw an overall decrease in revenue of approximately $230 million year-to-date, a decrease of about 6.7 percent to about $3.179 billion compared to fiscal 2019........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photo.
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Atlantic Ocean Near St. Augustine, Florida Receding Sands Reveal Shipwreck Remains........
Researchers are thinking that a shipwreck that recently surfaced near Crescent Beach is probably the remains of a cargo ship called Caroline Eddy, which was run aground by a hurricane in the late 1880s.
Chuck Meide, director of the St. Augustine Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program, says that analysis of the remains combined with research make the wreck a "strong candidate" for identification as a merchant ship that sank in the area in 1880.
Meide says that the shipwreck may very well be remains of the Caroline Eddy. He adds that the remains are definitely those of a hull of a ship, even though there is no keel present. Meide says that could be due to the vessel being broken up........
Click here to read this news story from thetelegraph.com. With Photo.
Check out BRP's website... click here
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Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, BRP has
been reimagining the way you access your world since 2003 and
beyond. Building on a tradition of ingenuity and intense
customer focus that go all the way back to 1937, we operate
manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico,
Finland, and Austria. We have a total workforce of more than
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
Friday -Saturday 5am to 2am and Sunday 8am to 9pm. |
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org |
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
1530 Highway J |
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-18-20 Hey. Pat ask me to give a shout that the water will be turned off Monday. So if your boat is dirty. Better get her cleaned. Last weekend. |
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20 This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on hgher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
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The Picture of the Day..... Finishing concrete yesterday on the front patio of the new building at the Yacht Club of St. Louis
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
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The Picture of the Day..... Ameren trucks lined up in front of Woodland Marina yesterday.
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting Riu Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
A RiverBills Sticker Sighting..... was posted on RiverBills Boaters Group by Tina Bohrer
Brought RiverBills with us for this beautiful Mexico sunset. Tina and Greg Bohrer Yacht Club St. Louis
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page Click here and check it out...
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 18, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER MILE 200.5 - L/D CLOSURE Continuing until November 22, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26 (auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert for and abide by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,508 members as of 11-25-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Website..click here Facebook Page..click here
Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River At Grafton, Illinois Grafton's Holiday Season Starting Friday........
Grafton's holiday season will be beginning on Friday, November 27th with the lighting of the town's Christmas tree at 6 pm. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in attendance and there will be hot chocolate and treats available. The Loading Dock will be open for ice skating and the Sky Tour trams will be running.
On Saturday, December 5th, Grafton will be hosting their Holiday Wonderland featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as other strolling characters. Again, The Loading Dock will be offering ice skating and the Sky Tour will be running. On Saturday, December 12th, Santa Con will fill Grafton with people in Santa outfits........
Click here to read this news tidbit from thetelegraph.com.
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Sad News Robert "Bob" Rogliardi Passed Away........
Photo is Bob and Janet at the 2017 Blessing of the Fleet
Con Trios Yacht Club member Robert "Bob" Rogliardi passed away at home after a short illness. Bob was an avid fisherman at their place at the Lake of the Ozarks and lots of bass tournaments. For several years they also had a pontoon boat at Yacht Club of St. Louis affectionately called the "River Pig". Bob was always fun to be around and will be greatly missed. Janet said all the kids were there with him the day before.
Darryll Weil
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Froge's Bar & Grill.... Hours Update Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo........
Photo and info from Froge's Bar & Grill Facebook page... click here |
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St. Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers Levees.......
Photo and info from Alton Motor Boat Club Facebook page... click here |
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Alton Motor Boat Club Update On Piasa Creek of Pool 26 of the Mississippi River........
The new building is ready to hang drywall.....
Photo and info from Alton Motor Boat Club Facebook page... click here |
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Clarksville Boat Club At Lock and Dam of the Mississippi River........
Photo and info from Clarksville Boat Club Club Facebook page... click here |
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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Cruising on Oceans and Rivers CDC Warning........
Reprinted from Forbes... click here |
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Boat Manufacturing Boat Building Slows During September........
The National Marine Manufacturers Association recently reported that new boat manufacturing during September slowed for the second consecutive month, following a summer of increases. New boat shipments are expected to rebound as parts suppliers begin to catch up to demand.
Vicky Yu, the NMMA director of business intelligence says that September saw a boat manufacturing slowdown, there was the construction and shipment of over 90,000 boats, a year-over-year increase of 4 percent, that were built and shipped from July through September.
Yu says that the summer bump in construction led to supplier shortfalls. She expects to find that supplies have been replenished during October and manufacturers are able to once again meet consumer demand........
Click here to read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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Boat Sales 2020 May End Up With Over 300,000 Boat Registrations........
During October, new boat registrations were up by 9.5 percent in the main boat categories year-to-date, building upon this summer's boat buying rush. Registrations were up 28.1 percent year-over-year according to Statistical Surveys Inc.
Ryan Kloppe, sales director for SSI says that every boat segment is positive. He notes that even the challenged house and sailboat segments were up during October. Six houseboats were registered during October, compared to 1 during October 2019. 71 sailboats were registered, compared to 69 during October 2019.
Kloppe said that Florida and Texas were up big, pointing to pontoon boats, which are up by 48 percent. Kloppe states that there likely won't be too much more demand with just November and December left, but he does believe that there is some pent-up demand and the numbers will continue to increase........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com.
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Boat Manufacturer MarineMax, Boston Whaler Partnering Up With Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation........
Boat retailer MarineMax and boat manufacturer Boston Whaler recently announced that they have teamed up with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation.
According to Abbey Heimensen, Director of Marketing for MarineMax, the partnership will allow them to share the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation message with their customers, as well as introducing Their audience to MarineMax and Boston Whaler.
The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation conducts ocean research and hosts educational programs intended to conserve the marine environment. They strive to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy and benefit from healthy oceans.........
Click here to read this news article from boatignindustry.com. With Photo.
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
Friday -Saturday 5am to 2am and Sunday 8am to 9pm. |
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org |
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
1530 Highway J |
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
pontoon boat rentals available |
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 25 thru Dec 15... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-18-20 Hey. Pat ask me to give a shout that the water will be turned off Monday. So if your boat is dirty. Better get her cleaned. Last weekend. |
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season See you in 2021 !
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20 This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on hgher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day.....
A Dardenne Slough Sunset a few weeks ago when there still was leaves on the trees
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 18, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER MILE 200.5 - L/D CLOSURE Continuing until November 22, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26 (auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert for and abide by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,506 members as of 11-24-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Website..click here Facebook Page..click here
Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Melvin Price Lock and Dam Repairs to Auxiliary Lock Chamber Repairs.......
Reprinted from the St. Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook page... click here
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Hannibal Riverfront Pool 22 of the Mississippi River........
Reprinted from Hannibal Parks & Recreation Facebook page... click here |
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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Mississippi River Near Alton, Illinois Eagle Watching Season In Coming Up........
In about a month, the eagle watching season in the Riverbend region will in full swing as visitors to the region will able to see what is normally large number of bald eagles nesting in the area.
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still a series of events planned for the coming season, however, these events will be a bit different than in years past.
Cory Jobe, the Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau President says that visitors will still be able to watch eagles while social distancing, He adds that the more organized events will rely a bit more on technology........
Click here to read this news article from altondailynews.com. With Photo and Audio.
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Missouri Department of Conservation MDC Promotes Eagle Watching As A Winter Activity, Offers Tips.........
The Missouri Department of Conservation is providing tips to families who are looking to get into eagle spotting, which is an activity suitable for all ages. The MDC typically offers special Eagle Day events in the northwestern Missouri/Kansas City regions.
Even though COVID-19 precautions have prompted a cancellation of group events this winter, bald eagles will still be visiting Missouri waterways in search of two of their main winter food sources, fish and migrating waterfowl.
In the Kansas City and St. Joseph regions, the bald eagles can be spotted around the Missouri River. They perch in high trees or circle in the air, searching for prey. they will often swoop down and snatch fish from the water........
Click here to read more from kfvs12.com. With Photo.
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River History....
November 24, 2015 in River History
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Yazoo River Near Vicksburg, Mississippi Mississippi River Pump Proposal Prompts Strong Reactions........
Farmers, rural business owners and Mississippi politicians from both sides of the aisle have been speaking out in support of a proposed flood control project that would pump water from portions of the south Delta.
Environmental groups are still opposed to the Yazoo Backwater Project. For several decades, they have claimed that the project would be an expensive boondoggle that would harm wetlands to help agribusiness.
In mid-October, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers posted a new draft environmental impact statement that supports the pump project. This report was a reversal of a previous report that had stated that he project would harm wetlands........
Click here to read more from clarionledger.com. With Photos.
The Yazoo River is a tributary of the Mississippi River located in Mississippi and Louisiana and is considered to be the southern boundary of the Mississippi Delta, which is a flood plain that was cultivated for cotton plantations prior to the American Civil War.........
Source: Wikipedia Online Encyclopedia. Click here to read more.
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Boat Security Iris Innovations Introduces Garmin OneHelm Compatible Camera/Alarm Control System........
Iris Innovations recently introduced CMAC, an industry first control system for cameras and alarms and IrisControl, which operates on Garmin's OneHelm platform to customize the system to each boat.
The CMAC hardware units are compatible with IP and HD cameras and feature built-in video recording with adjustable resolution, frame rates, settable motion detection parameters and data management which are all adjustable, allowing users to expand their storage time.
Carl Hitchcock, Iris Innovations managing director says that the CMAC system in the first fully-integrated device of it's type and it offers end users a solution that is flexible and scaleable while eliminating the need for additional helm-mounted hardware........
Click here to read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photos.
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News Release From BoatUS
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-23-20 Third Chute has inside seating, delicious food, a fun atmosphere & great service at both locations! *Two
piece catfish dinner with two sides $10.95 Everyday
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
pontoon boat rentals available |
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 18 thru Dec 02... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-18-20 Hey. Pat ask me to give a shout that the water will be turned off Monday. So if your boat is dirty. Better get her cleaned. Last weekend. |
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20 This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on hgher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher who hails out of the Alton Motor Boat Club on Piasa Creek of the Mississippi River
Sunday Ride
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 18, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER MILE 200.5 - L/D CLOSURE Continuing until November 22, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26 (auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert for and abide by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,505 members as of 11-23-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Website..click here Facebook Page..click here
Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Missouri River at St Charles, Mo Riverpointe Scope Reduced........
Reprinted from The Loading Dock Facebook page... click here |
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No new incident reports for the St. Louis area Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports
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Opening of Ice Skating Rink Postponed The Loading Dock Grafton, IL........
Reprinted from The Loading Dock Facebook page... click here
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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ICleanWaterways Reporting Illegal Dump Sites........
Reprinted from ICleanWaterways Facebook page... click here |
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Missouri River Management Low Water Plagues Mid-Mississippi as Missouri Releases Slowing........
Low water conditions and shoaling have slowed cargo shipments along the middle Mississippi River just below the confluence of the Missouri River at St. Louis, Missouri, just as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is planning to reduce the Missouri River navigation releases for the season at the end of November.
The Missouri River navigation flow support season typically ends on December 1 at the mouth of the Missouri River. The releases from the Gavins Point Dam typically range between 12,000 and 17,000 cubic feet per second during the winter.
2020 was not a normal navigation season, as last year's flooding left behind huge silt deposits that has caused shoaling and prompted light loading and delays along the Lower Missouri River and on portions of the Mississippi River........
Click here to read this news article from waterwaysjournal.net.
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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River History....
23 November 2019 in River History
The free exhibit will run through April 18, 2021 |
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Illinois Department Of Natural Resources IDNR Hosting Meeting On Illinois' Water Plan........
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources recently announced that they will be hosting three public meetings in order to discuss the state's efforts to update the State Water Plan. The live virtual Q and A meetings will be held on December 1, 2 and 3, 2020.
Colleen Callahan, Director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources says that the IDNR is heading up the efforts to update the state's 40 year old water plan, and as part of that process, members of the task force made up from state agencies and stakeholders will host three public meetings to collect feedback and answer questions.
The meetings will be held at varying times in order to maximize participation. Each meeting will cover the same information, which will allow participants to choose the date and time that best suits them........
Click here to read more from advantagenews.com
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Boating Lifestyle What To Do When There Are Issues With The Boat Or It's Equipment........
When consumers purchase products, from gadgets to cars to homes and boats, they reasonably expect that those items will operate and hold up as advertised. Sometimes, however, things happen and the item malfunctions or breaks.
Everyone has heard about lemon laws, but many people don't realize that state lemon laws typically do not apply to boats. State lemon laws are mostly limited to cars, trucks and SUVs.
Boats are included in the Federal Warranty Law, known as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975, which requires manufactures to clearly describe the terms of a warranty and make that information readily accessible to the consumer.
BoatU.S. has put together a few tips that will help boat owners in the event of warranty issues........
Click here to read this article from boatus.com
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Boat Propulsion Manufacturer Suzuki Restructuring U.S. Operations........
Suzuki Motor of America Inc. has announced that they have set in motion plans for restructuring their U.S.-based operations by reorganizing their marine and motorcycle/ATV divisions into two separate entities. The new organizations will move forward on April 1, 2021.
Suzuki's headquarters will be moving as well. Suzuki Marine USA LLC will now be based along the Florida Gulf Coast in Tampa, down the coast from the company's new Marine Technical Center in Panama City.
Satoshi Uchida will serve as chairman of Suzuki Marine, and Masahiro Yamamoto has been named president of the new marine company. Uchida and the Suzuki team believe that Suzuki Marine is positioning itself for sales growth and improved collaboration within the business segments.........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photo.
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Mississippi River At Moline, Illinois Westbound Span Of New Mississippi River I-74 Bridge Opened........
Earlier this month, the new bridge carrying Interstate 74 across the Mississippi River between Bettendorf, Iowa and Moline, Illinois opened four westbound lanes of traffic.
Work on the 1.2 billion project began in 2017 and the Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportation officials are expecting the project will be wrapped up by the end of 2021.
The new bridge is part of a bigger expansion of I-74. The new bridge is 72 feet wide, compared to 30 feet wide for the old bridge, which was completed in 1935. The old bridge will remain in service for local traffic until the new eastbound span is completed........
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-10-20 7 days a week we have the whole catfish dinner. Two large fillets with your choice of two sides.
10-24-20 This is the menu for our Alton location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility doesn’t!.. click here
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
Friday -Saturday 5am to 2am and Sunday 8am to 9pm. |
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org |
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
1530 Highway J |
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
We have
pontoon boat rentals available |
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 18 thru Dec 02... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
11-18-20 Hey. Pat ask me to give a shout that the water will be turned off Monday. So if your boat is dirty. Better get her cleaned. Last weekend. |
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20 This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on hgher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Sun Pic
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The Picture of the Day..... was taken last Thursday
Woodland Sunset
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Sat Pic
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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Capt'n Carl Tiemann who hails out of RiverBills Place in Grafton Harbor
The Grafton Flag
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BLACK FRIDAY Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th.
Ahoy there Boathiemians,
It's that time of the year again! I hope
that you're just as excited about our
holiday specials, just as much as we
are. Black Friday is upon us, and we
have some amazing deals headed your way.
Northshore Marina is a place we want you
to be able to call home, with these
specials, you might be able to do so! Click here for more information
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300 Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi. We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat! for Facebook Click here for Website Browse Our Boats |
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Added Sunday The Socially Distanced Bald Eagle Tour........
Reprinted from National Great Rivers Museum Facebook... click here
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Added Sunday The Socially Distanced Bald Eagle Tour........
Reprinted from Mel's Illinois RiverDock Restaurant Facebook... click here
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Added Sunday Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
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Added Sunday Upcoming Event... December 15, 2020 Do You Know What Makes The River Great ? Virtual Neighbor Nights National Great Rivers Research & Education Center........
Reprinted from national Great Rivers Research & Education Center Facebook... click here
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Added Sunday Boat Propulsion Manufacturer Torqeedo Introduced New Electric Power Products........
During a virtual press conference held on Thursday, electric propulsion manufacturer Torqeedo introduced several new products and updates, and focused on the company's vision of the future.
One of the company's managing directors, Dr. Michael Rummel says that they are the right company in the right market. He added that Torqeedo is strengthening the company internally and expanding their global footprint.
Torqeedo launched two new sailboat drives, the Deep Blue 50 SD and the Deep Blue 100 SD. The company also announced some technical updates were made to the Cruise series of electric drive systems, making them easier to set up even the most complex electric or hybrid drive system........
Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With Photo.
Check out the Torqeedo website... click here
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Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here
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Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS District 8 MRS UPDATED November 18, 2020 Mississippi River System
MISSISSIPPI RIVER MILE 200.5 - L/D CLOSURE Continuing until November 22, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26 (auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert for and abide by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook Two FaceBook Pages for You
The "River News and Media" Page Page contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day, Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers, etc..... Click here and check it out
The "Boaters Group" Page It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your Boating Friends. We have 7,504 members as of 11-22-20....... Click here and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line.. Delivered right to you mailbox in a few short days |
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Mississippi River At Hannibal, Missouri Riverfront Is Now Open To The Public........
Following close to two years of work, Hannibal's reimagined riverfront is now open to the public. Friday afternoon, officials with the Hannibal Parks and Recreation Department announced that the renovation project is nearly complete. Flooding had delayed the completion of the project.
HPRD supervisor Mary Lynne Richards said that she believes that the riverfront will be teeming with visitors now that the barriers are down. She added that the riverfront renovation plan included many suggestions put forth by Hannibal residents, including boaters and people with mobility issues.
The project included a new marina and boat ramp, as well as the construction of mooring locations for two large riverboats, the Mark Twain Riverboat and Canton Marine Towing. Additional items to be addressed next year will include the installation of the marina gas dock and the boat trailer parking lot........
Click here to read this news article from hannibal.net. With Photo.
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No new incident reports for the St. Louis area Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports
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We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used parts department, an accessories department, as well as many other services to suit everyone's boating needs. We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage & Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat & Motor website St. Charles Boat & Motor Facebook
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U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Corps Celebrates Lock Repairs, Looks Towards Future........
During the recent Waterways Symposium, officials with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrated their unprecedented achievement in completing the simultaneous repairs and upgrades to six locks and dams along the Illinois Waterways System.
The Corps also detailed the effects that the COVID-19 pandemic has on the Corps' spending programs, and looked forward to what upcoming funding bills may mean for their plans.
The Waterways Symposium, which was co-sponsored by Waterways Council, Inc. and The Waterways Journal, crammed more than a day's worth of presentations into a single morning during it's first all-remote event........
Click here to read more from waterwaysjournal.net.
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Boat Manufacturer Tige Announced Executive Expansion, Sales Increases........
Tige Boats, Inc. announced that they have expanded their executive team in response to a record-breaking year of sales, which saw a 48 percent increase in retail sales compared to 2019.
Tige says that the increase is mainly the result of the implementation of new strategies, employee growth, revolutionary technologies with the 2020/2021 product lines and the launch of the new ATX Surf Boat brand.
ATX Surf Boats and Tige Boats operate as independent brands, but are designed, engineered and constructed by the same team. ATX reports that between the launch of the most anticipated boats in the inboard segment to the sales and registration of some 95 percent of the boats built so far, ATX has proven to be a success........
Click here to read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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River History Chicago Was A Product Of Lake Michigan, Nearby Rivers........
Lake Michigan, and the other Great Lakes were created by glaciers during the Ice Age. As the ice receded, the melt water flowed south via the present Chicago and Des Plaines Rivers.
The French were the first white settlers in the area, and by 1700 they had built a mission and a trading post at the mouth of the Chicago River. There was also a nearby settlement of French trappers and their Native American families.
Fast forward to 1837, when the City of Chicago was established. Chicago was an excellent lake port, with a sheltered harbor in the Chicago River. When 1848 arrived, the Illinois and Michigan canal linking the Chicago and Illinois Rivers was completed, transforming Chicago into the transportation center of the U.S........
Click here to read this news article from hoosiertimes.com. With Photo.
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Missouri Levee Districts Levee Tax Assessments Rise Exponentially........
The taxes in the Howard Bend Levee District, which protects low laying areas of Maryland Heights from the Missouri River, and paying down the $23 million in levee district debt and hundreds of thousands of dollars in annual lawyer and engineering fees, keeps increasing.
Levee districts have popped up along the banks of waterways as a way for landowners to pool their resources and finance protection against the unpredictable Missouri and Mississippi Rivers.
A single law firm, Kansas City-based Husch Blackwell controls many of the levee districts in the St. Louis region. Attorneys with Husch Blackwell control at least 10 levee districts in Missouri, and can bill government land within their boundaries, effectively billing taxpayers for levee improvements that only benefit a few landowners........
Click here to read this news report from stltoday.com. With Photos.
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
11-10-20 7 days a week we have the whole catfish dinner. Two large fillets with your choice of two sides.
10-24-20 This is the menu for our Alton location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility doesn’t!.. click here
3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here |
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Mississippi River at Alton, IL
11-15-20 Closed for the season Fuel and water available
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bluff city grill
11-19-20 $20 for $25, $40 for $50 Click here for more info
10-27-20 We are going to continue to follow the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing. We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Boathouse Northshore Marina
BLACK FRIDAY
Fri, Nov 27 through Sun, Nov 29 Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300 Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com Upcoming Events.. click here |
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The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with
regular operating hours of Monday-Thursday 5am to 9pm,
Friday -Saturday 5am to 2am and Sunday 8am to 9pm. |
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Cedar Hill Resort Mississippi River 1 mile below Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party at the Duck Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org |
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend open is that of December 13, 2020
The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm22 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Froge's Bar and Grill
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
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Grafton Harbor Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
11-19-20 New online shopping available https://graftonharbor.smartonlineorder.com
10-29-20 The Arrrr Bar is still Open for your business
We have
pontoon boat rentals available |
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Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor River Adventures 11-03-20
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Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music Calendar for Nov 18 thru Dec 02... click here
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Harbor
11-14-20 Grafton Oyster Bar is open for two more weeks!! Our last day for the season will be Sunday, November 29th. We will reopen February 2021. Please use any Groupon's you may have by this date. We have indoor and outdoor seating available as well as a enclosed heated patio. Join us Tuesday through Sunday from 11am until 10pm. Full menu available. Come get your Oyster Bar fix before it's to late!!
Tuesdays are $1.00 Gulf Oysters from open until close.
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John's Boat Harbor Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill! Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20 Foundation work started "The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here |
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MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20 Don't get caught off-guard by the freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building relationships by providing the best in products and services.
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Liberty Harbor Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
2020 Slip Rates
Contact Jerry 636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Port Charles Harbor Pool 26 of the Mississippi River Dardenne Slough at 221.5
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Riviera Too
Best ICE in town! Cold Beer Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat.. 5-10pm Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 |
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The Complete Marine
Effective Nov. 2, 2020 Winter Hours Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm Saturday................. 9am - 1pm Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106 |
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Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
December 5,2020 Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Click here
for flyer Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here |
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Woodland Marina UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
October 9, 2020 The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020 WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
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Yacht Club of St. Louis Mississippi River
10-31-20 This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down due to flood damage. Rebuilding on hgher ground !
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River Ferries
Illinois River Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River Golden Eagle Ferry ....618- 535-5759 Winfield Ferry.............618- 535-5759 Grafton Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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