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Hey Bill,

Sitting on my boat Thursday evening at the Alton Marina having a cocktail when I looked up and saw the MetLife blimp going over the Alton bridge.

Captain Brad Blanton on the Motor Yacht Paramour. Alton Marina

Picture of the Day

Saturday

What is it ?

Click pic to enlarge

The Picture of the Day.... was sent to us by Mark Newlin who hails out of Portage Des Sioux, Mo....

Hey Bill,

This is the second of these that I've seen towed Upperriver

Mark Newlin

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Yesteryear's Pic of the Day

RiverBills Bumper Sticker

in Tennessee...

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YesterYear's River Picture of the Day in 2012 ......... were sent to us by Capt'n Larry Demko who got into his land yacht with his wife Susan and took off from St. Louis on a "Gypsy Tour."

Bill:

While everyone on the river is preparing for the Blessing of the Fleet, Susan and I are on the 2nd leg of our "gypsy" tour.

While I'm certain it's not as adventurous as Mike and Rosie's trek (and definitely doesn't deserve a blog), we're spreading the "gospel of Riverbills" wherever we go!

For three weeks, beginning in late May and spilling over into early June, we spent some time boating on Tellico Lake and the Tennessee River around Knoxville. And old friend of ours has a 25 ft Cobalt on the Tennessee River so we've taken some sight-seeing "tours" and spent some great days on the water. ( I was going to describe the the boating as "delightful" but thought Mike Holaus might think my estrogen levels were too high!)

The pics here are during one of our days on Tellico Lake. We went past the Sea Ray plant in Vonore, TN and grabbed lunch at a waterfront restaurant. Then we stopped for gas at another marina/waterfront restaurant, The River Rock Grill.

In one pic, I appointed Chas McKweon, our boating host, as he official holder of our traveling Riverbills bumper sticker. I'm also in the pic along with Janette McKeown.

In the other pic, Susan and Janette are in the boat right before we fueled up (yes, they were out of the boat while we were fueling). Of course, we all wanted to hold the Riverbills sticker, but I "appointed" Susan to hold it. She said she feels closer to you & the River when the adhesive sticks to her fingers. I thought that was kinky.

We're now in St. James City, FL and our boating area is Pine Island Sound and the Gulf of Mexico. I'll send pics from time to time. (I'm sure you're looking forward to that! LOL )

We've eaten at Woody's Waterside -- the home of the buoy that resembles the famous, southern-most buoy located in Key West. I can walk there from my brother-in--law's house. (not to Key West, to Woody's!)

If we run into any St. Louisans, we'll mark the occasion with a pic or two.

I hope you have good weather for the Blessing the of the Fleet.

Larry Demko
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CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING

MY RIVER HOME IS CURRENTLY CLOSED AND IN RECOVERY MODE FROM THE FLOODING. OUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT WILL REOPEN NEXT WEEK! THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME - MRH STAFF

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Flood Warning

FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ST LOUIS MO
933 PM CDT FRI JUN 14 2013
...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVER IN ILLINOIS
AND MISSOURI...

MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT
CANTON LD20
QUINCY
QUINCY LD21
HANNIBAL
SAVERTON LD22
LOUISIANA
CLARKSVILLE LD24
WINFIELD LD25
GRAFTON
ALTON LD26
ST. LOUIS
CHESTER

.THIS FLOOD WARNING IS A RESULT OF REPEATED HEAVY RAIN EVENTS SINCE MID APRIL...

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ST LOUIS MO
909 PM CDT FRI JUN 14 2013
...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVER IN ILLINOIS...

ILLINOIS RIVER AT
LA GRANGE LD TW
MEREDOSIA
VALLEY CITY
HARDIN

.THIS FLOOD WARNING IS A RESULT OF REPEATED HEAVY RAIN EVENTS SINCE MID APRIL...

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The Big Kahuna is

RE-OPENING SATURDAY

618-786-PORT (7678)

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River News !

Updated Sunday at 5:30AM

Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois

While Trolling The Internet........ We reeled in a photo of a true RiverDawg.... Lilith, who was captured on film, helping with sandbag efforts near the Alton Marina........

Click here to check out this photo from thetelegraph.com.

Updated Sunday at 5:30AM

Mississippi River At Grafton, Illinois

Historic Hotel Stayed Open During Flood........

During the recent flooding along the Mississippi River, the historic Ruebel Hotel and Restaurant in Grafton remained open, despite encroaching floodwaters. Originally built in 1879, the hotel caught fire in 1912, and was rebuild, and renovated in 1997. During the flooding of 2008, the lower level was destroyed, forcing the owners, Mo and Karen Khamee to refurbish it again. The Khamees are celebrating their fifth year of owning the establishment........

Click here to read this news article from thetelegraph.com. With Photos.

Updated Sunday at 5:30AM

The Great Lakes

Divers Search Lake Michigan For The Griffin........

Recently, divers began to excavate an underwater pit in Lake Michigan, which may reveal the final resting place of the Griffin. The Griffin was a 17th century ship commanded by French explorer La Salle. Expedition leader Steve Libert has spent close to thirty years searching for the vessel. He stated that he is hopeful that by Sunday, the digging may reach an object that sonar readings are showing to be about 40 feet long, and 18 feet wide.... about what the Griffin measured....

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Water Patrol Division of Missouri Highway Patrol

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Navigation Channel Condition Status Report - 05 June 2013

US Army Corps of Engineers

St. Louis District - Weekly Navigation Channel Condition

Dredge Status
Dredge Potter - dockside

UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER/ILLINOIS WATERWAY - SAFETY ZONE - UPDATE

Zone 28 (Mile 185.4 – Mile 109.9). A Safety Zone has been established in St. Louis Harbor between Mile 184.0 and 179.0. Southbound tows greater than 600 feet in length, excluding the towboat, should limit their transit to daylight hours and should have a minimum of 250-horsepower for each loaded barge. Northbound tows must have enough horsepower to maintain a speed of 3-mph, while transiting through all St. Louis Harbor Bridges. All towing vessels are prohibited from carrying barges on the hip. Assess bridge clearance well in advance, pre-identify lay-up areas in the event of a river closure. The COTP recommends that towing vessels have a pilot onboard with experience in high water, similar size tows and all St. Louis Bridges. Recreational traffic is prohibited from transiting within this zone. Towboat operators should be experienced in high water operations and should proceed at their slowest safe operating speed based upon prevailing conditions in order to minimize wake damage. Towboats are prohibited from laying up on levees. For additional information, please see the Local Notice To Mariners below:
http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/pdf/
lnms/lnm0824r2013.pdf/

Click here to go to the US Army Corps of Engineers website for additional information and the latest information

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Duck Club

Fathers Day Pancake Breakfast

Sunday. 9:00am until 11:00am.
FRESH FRUIT
MUFFINS
SCRAMBLED EGGS
BACON
PANCAKES
BISCUITS ANS SAUSAGE GRAVY
BREAKFAST POTATOES
ADULTS $10.00 12 AND UNDER $6.50

From Facebook

Grafton Harbor

The Big Kahuna

We are reopening this Saturday @ 11am...if not before! Midwest Avenue plays Saturday 8-12 & we are ready to party!!

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North Shore Marina

The Boat House

The Boat House resumes normal business Friday, June 14th

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Sundowners Restaurant

Sundowners resumes business Thursday, June 13th

Click here to read more from fox2now.com. With Video.

Illinois River

Evandy's Boatel, Napels IL

Evandys Boatel will re-open on Friday June 14th at 11am. Someone will be in the office after 10 am to take your reservations for the weekend. Don't forget, Sunday is Father's Day. We look forward to serving you once again!

Chrissy's Place Bar and Grill

Portage Des Sioux

The St. Louis Dogs are playing at Chrissy's Place in Portage Des Sioux on Saturday night...

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RiverBills Classifieds......

List Your Boat From "Now" until "December" 2013 for only $50.00

One month listing on the front page in the featured Classified Section

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Mississippi River Flood Aftermath

Illinois Residents May Be Eligible For Aid........

This week, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn stated that the White House has approved the request for federal flood assistance for recovering from the spring flooding. Calhoun and Greene counties are among those that might be eligible for the federal benefits. The support is allowing local governments to apply for reimbursement of 75% of eligible flood-related expenses. the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Individual Assistance Program aid was secured for businesses and families across 33 Illinois counties........

Click here to read this news report from thetelegraph.com.

HIGH WATER SALE

Unfortunately, it appears we won’t be getting that dry spring that was anticipated. Instead, we have received more rain than we need. This has put a damper on an early season boating, but there is a “silver lining” to this delay.

During this high water, Bloch Marine Service remains operational at its Polestar Marina and Yacht Club of Saint Louis locations, and continues to have service capabilities at our Harbor Point location and other marinas such as Alton Marina and Grafton Harbor. In an effort to save you precious boating time when the water goes down, and to save you money, Bloch Marine is offering “high water” discounts as follows

- If it if feasible to get to your boat, and a pullout is required for the work you request, the pullout portion of your service bill will be at no charge. This includes a credit of $6.00/per foot on our bottom paint special package. (Boats weighing 30 tons or less/fiberglass and aluminum only.)

- We will also apply a 10% discount to labor (excluding bottom paint special labor).

These discounts will apply if the work is ordered by you when the water level at the Grafton gauge is above 22.0 feet during this current high water event.

We know the high water is discouraging, but it won’t last forever, and this is an opportunity for you to take advantage of an otherwise unfortunate situation.

Give us a call today and schedule that work you have been putting off, and you can save on downtime and money!

Ph:636-250-3007 Fax: 636-250-3129
e-mail: service @ blochmarine.com
www.blochmarine.com

River History....

June 14, 1994 in River History

Construction began on the new Clark Bridge in June of 1990. The Clark bridge crosses the Mississippi River at Alton, IL

Boating Tragedies In Illinois

Man Gets 10 Years For BWI, Killing Boy........

On Friday, Dan Hatyina was sentenced to 10 years in prison in the death of 10 year old Tony Borcia in a boating accident last summer. The boy died on July 28, 2012 on Petite Lake, which is in the Chain O'Lakes in northern Illinois. Borcia had fallen off of a tube, and was hit by a boat piloted by Hatyina. Back in April, Hatynia pled guilty to aggravated driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol........

Click here to read this news article from bnd.com.

Click here to go to Bridgeton License Office webpage

Illinois Boating Laws

Harsher Penalties Possible For BWI........

Illinois lawmakers are considering harsher penalties for incidents that involve boat operators. Earlier this spring, the General Assembly approved legislation that will allow the state to suspend, or revoke a person's drivers license if they are in a serious boating accident, and have been found to be operating a vessel under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The tougher penalties would affect only those boaters involved in serious accidents. However, smaller offences may result in the loss of boating privileges........

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US Army Corps of Engineers

Carlyle lake.... Paddle Away

CARLYLE LAKE – In recognition of Great Outdoors Month, The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host “Paddle Away” at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at the Willow Pond Fitness Trail located next to the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center. The event will focus on educating and encouraging children and adults to paddle safely! Participants can gain experience and test their skills on a kayak or a canoe.

Paddling is great way to exercise and for families to spend time together in the outdoors, it has become a very popular activity for people of all ages at Carlyle Lake and on the Kaskaskia River.

Here are some reasons why people go kayaking and canoeing:

Canoeing and kayaking is a healthy and fun activity to share with your whole family.

It doesn’t require a lot of technical know-how to get started with the activity. You just need to learn some basic paddling skills to begin.

It is a great workout tool for people of all ages. You will be able to train and work out those muscles and at the same time, have an exhilarating time on the water. Now what can be better than that?

Paddling can reduce stress and promote relaxation. The smooth strokes upon the water can create a sense of calmness and a feeling of peace with nature.

In the coves of Carlyle Lake, one can have the opportunity to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Kayaking is also a very popular activity for many avid birdwatchers.

You will be able to explore the shoreline along the lake which in some areas inaccessible by motor boats

Click here to go to the US Army Corps of Engineers website

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Email a picture of your boat, along with some information like, boat name, owner, year, brand to riverbill@prodigy.net and we will consider it for a header picture on RiverBills.com. We will also post it on the BOATER'S BOATS Page.

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Lake Of The Ozarks

Boat Gas Prices On The Way Down........

Prices for boat gas at Lake marinas are slowly falling, after a rapid increase during the month of May. The lowest prices for a gallon of 87 octane is at Kelly's Port Marina, at $3.79 per gallon including cash and preferred customer discounts. Boat gas at King's Pointe is $3.89 per gallon, with similar discounts applied. Other Lake marinas are offering gas and diesel, without discounts, at just under $4.00 per gallon........

Click here to read this news tidbit from lakeexpo.com. With Photo.

Help Wanted

Counter person ... Lewis Boats

Lewis Boats is seeking a counter person to help customers with parts, service write ups, answer phones etc. Flexible hours & benefits.

Contact Heather to set up interview or email lewismarine@msn.com

636.949.9926.

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Lake Of The Ozarks

Judge Rule Adverse Possession Suits May Proceed........

Last month, Circuit Court Judge Kenneth M. Hayden ruled that several adverse possession/quiet title lawsuits may proceed to trial. This may make it easier for property owners to be granted the title to homes that Amren now claims to be owned by the power company. The decision followed an earlier trial in which Amren Missouri claimed that the lawsuits should be dismissed, without going to trial........

Click here to read more from lakeexpo.com. With Photos.

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completemarine.com ... http://completemarineservice.com

SUMMER HOURS
Mon - Fri - 9am - 5:30pm Sat 9am - 4pm Sun Closed

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........

Big Kahuna....................... Re-Opening Saturday

Boathouse Food & Deck.... Open

Cedar Hill Resort................ Closed

Duck Club Yacht Club ....... Re- Opening Saturday at noon

Evandy's Boatel................. Open

Kinder's Restaurant............ Closed

Longshot Saloon................ Re-Opening next Thursday, June 20

Palisades Yacht Club......... Closed

Sundowners....................... Open

Missouri Department of Conservation

Want to be a Conservation Agent?

JEFFERSON CITY MO -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is accepting applications for its next class of conservation agent trainees. MDC’s Protection Division will select a handful of candidates from hundreds of applicants. The 10-member training class is scheduled to begin March 1, 2014.

Selected candidates will then undergo 26 weeks of intense training in all facets of law enforcement and resource management. Those who make the grade will receive county assignments and become the face of conservation in their assigned communities – enforcing the Wildlife Code of Missouri and helping the public with issues such as nuisance wildlife and land management. Duties and responsibilities include law enforcement, public relations and education, wildlife management, fisheries management, forest management and other department activities.

To qualify, applicants must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry, Fisheries Management, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Conservation, Natural Resources Conservation Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Agriculture, or other related biological sciences, or closely related natural resource subjects.

The application deadline is July 19. For more information, including salary range, duties and responsibilities, degree requirements, qualifications, core competencies and special-ability requirements, and to apply, visit mdc.mo.gov/about/jobs.

http://mdc.mo.gov/newsroom/want-be-conservation-agent

Your Eye on the River

The Boathouse Food and Deck WebCam

Mississippi River on Dardenne Slough UMR 222.2

RiverBills Two Branch Area WebCam

Mississippi River UMR 231.5

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Go to www.RiverWebCams.com for the last 10 pictures from all the above cameras!

Polestar Boating Center

River Weather Station

History for weather station KMOSTCHA4...Polestar Boating Center, St.Charles, MO.. Click here

RiverBills Blog Spot !

Mike and Rosie's Swing Set Blog

....... go to http://swingsetonthehook.blogspot.com/ to continue reading the latest blog

David Berg's Blog

"Great Escape" We are currently "dirt dwellers" but have lived aboard traveling for as long as 7 months at a time.

Click here to go to Bergs on Great Escape Blog and continue reading latest blog

Ken Eberhart's Blog

...... go to http://fuelishnessinthegarage.blogspot.com/ to read the latest blog

River Ferries

Brussels Ferry..............618 - 786-3636

Golden Eagle Ferry ......618 - 396-2535

Winfield Ferry...............618 - 396-2535

Grafton Ferry............... Opening Soon

Best View of the Bluffs on the River !

SunSet Sundays

Thursday: $2 Wells & Burger Special Friday: $1.00 Cans
Saturday: $10.00 Domestic Buckets Sunday/Funday: 2.00 Imports

Just a couple of covered docks left at pyc for the upcoming boating season. Great boating family, bar & grill, pool and the best view on the Mississippi River! Call 314-706-2313

Covered Dry Storage Available 314-706-2313

636 - 899 - 1093

Free WIFI

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CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

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River Levels & Water Temp

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River Levels for Pool 26.............. http://www.riverbills.com/River.html

Alton to Hannibal........................ http://www.riverbills.com/River-Mis.html

Hardin to Peoria ......................... http://www.riverbills.com/River-Ill.html

Saverton, Louisiana, Clarksville... http://www.riverbills.com/River-Lou.html

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River level information in the charts is updated every 15 minutes to US Army Corps of Engineers data

Send Us Your News Tip !

If you see something that you think your fellow boaters would be interested in, send us a news tip. Email it to RiverBill@prodigy.net and we will get it on-line.

Chrissy's Place Bar and Grill

We added a new Facebook link to Chrissy's bar and Grill

1530 Hwy J

Portage Des Sioux, Mo

636 899-1139

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River Updates from facebook

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The Boathouse
OPEN!!!!!!!!

GraftonBig Kahuna
We are reopening this Saturday @ 11am...if not before! Midwest Avenue plays Saturday 8-12 & we are ready to party!! — with Dawn Mickimom Bellee Crowson and 11 others.

Calhoun Ferry Company
I have not posted any information lately because there is not much to tell. There is some good news, the river is dropping again. Now we start all over again with the slow fall. For now both the Golden Eagle and Winfield Ferry remain closed.

Cedar Hill Resort
Due to the current water conditions, we will be closed this weekend. Sorry for any inconvenience. We will keep you updated.

Chrissy's Place Bar and Grill
Toni Prater
the cooks at chrissys place rock!!!!

Con Trios Yacht Club
Good Morning,
The river is dropping and the temperature is rising, it is good to be a river rat.
The Con Trios Board Meeting for June is going to be Thursday, June 20th at 7:00 pm, location to be determined. I am looking at either the BoatHouse or DCYC but I will let everyone know in plenty of time.
Please mark your calendars.
If anyone should have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Bill Tullock
Commodore

"D" Dock DJ's
Tomorrow night! (Sat) "D" Dock DJ's at Sundowners. Rockin the patio late into the night! BE THERE!
The official DJ's of www.Riverbills.com.
When we turn on our stereo, It returns the favor!

Duck Club Yacht Club
THE CLUB WILL RE-OPEN SATURDAY AT NOON!!!!!
WE WILL STILL BE DOING THE FATHERS DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST AT 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. ON SUNDAY

Grafton Harbor
Caroline Gibson pictured, throwing out her Message in a Bottle to remind everyone that the Grafton Shiver Me Timbers Towboat Festival is Postponed Until July 27 and 28!!

Grafton, Illinois
THE RIVER ROAD IS OPEN! THE RIVER ROAD IS OPEN!...hey did you hear, THE RIVER ROAD IS OPEN!

John's Boat Harbor
Caroline Gibson pictured, throwing out her Message in a Bottle to remind everyone that the Grafton Shiver Me Timbers Towboat Festival is Checked all the readings up above, and rain still does not seem to bother our readings. Still on schedule for next week. River did not fall much last night, but 3l.5 this am and looks like we are going to start loosing about l/2 a day. Can sure handle that. Will check HW C and Silver Road later and report back. Have a wonderful Friday.!!

Kinder's Restaurant
Hello all! We have a beautiful 2 bedroom unit in our newer building that sits above the restaurant. It also has a beautiful view of the river, hardwood floors, and new appliances with plenty of parking.
If you are a bird watcher or just enjoy the quiet serenity of country living, come check out our affordable accommodations. If you're not sold right away, spend a weekend in one of our themed overnight rooms and take it all in. Contact Jeni at (618) 883-2356 or Carol at (618) 883-2501 or (314) 620-1971. Look forward to hearing from you!

The Longshot Saloon
LONGSHOT SALOON WILL REOPEN - NEXT THURSDAY, JUNE 20TH FOR TACO NIGHT - WATER IS ALMOST GONE! WE ARE SO EXCITED TO FINALLY GET THIS BOATING SEASON STARTED!

Polestar Boating Center shared Darryll Weil's photo.
Benefit for The Blessing of the Fleet Saturday, June 22nd, 2013 from about 2 pm to 6 pm at Grafton Harbor, Grafton Illinois. More information at http://www.blessingofthefleetstl.com/

St Charles Boat & Motor The Complete Marine
Yamaha has extended it's special financing promotions and the 2 years add'l warranty on Waverunners, thru June 30th. The water is on it's way back down, so don't delay, the Fourth of July holiday is coming up soon!

.St. Louis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

St. Louis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Riverlands Way will reopen on Monday, June 17th. Flood waters are receding and cleanup is underway. Hope to see everyone out at Riverlands next week!

Little John's 2012 Dragboat Racing Schedule.

click here

Mississippi River CAMS

"File Photo" From Lock and Dam 25

Lock and Dam 25....

US Army Corps of Engineers Camera
Click here .......for Live Image of Mississippi River at Winfield, Mo.....

Live Image

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lock and Dam 15....

US Army Corps of Engineers Camera
Live Image of Mississippi River at Rock Island, IL ... Click here

What`s Going on At The River This Week

And Weekend

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Streetbeat

Streetbeat is playing

Friday, June 14th, at

Backstreet Jazz & Blues Club, Westport Plaza

8:30PM - 12:30PM

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Hear the band here:

http://www.myspace.com/streetbeatstl

Check out their on-line songs at the Street Beat website Click here

June 13.....Grafton , IL

Music in the Park

Music in the Park

The Grove Memorial Park
Corner of Market and Main streets

Stan Corliss, a country and western singer

June 13 - 16, 2013

Splash into Summer at 2nd Annual Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show

Midwest’s Largest In-Water Boat Show Adds Excitement to Chicago’s Summer Event Lineup, Chance for On-Water Fun

CHICAGO (March 2013) – After a long Chicago winter, nothing creates more excitement than warm weather and the chance to enjoy summertime on Lake Michigan. The Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show is the ideal event to dive into summer with hundreds of boats to browse and buy at 31st Street Harbor, Chicago’s newest state-of-the-art marina. The in-water boat show, in its second year, has fast become a staple to Chicago’s busy summer event lineup, offering Chicagoans food, fun and a chance to get on the water.

The 2013 Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show will feature more than 150 power and sailboats for sale, dozens of vendors showcasing thelatest and greatest in marine accessories and gear and attractions for all ages on land and water, including free paddlesports on Lake Michigan and on-water boater education for all levels of experience.

Highlights of the 2013 Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show include:
•Take the Helm at the Discover Boating Dock. Free powerboat and sailing lessons offer attendees the opportunity to learn everything from boating safety to advanced docking and precision control. Check our website regularly to register early, as these spots fill up fast!
•Jump In Lake Michigan! Cool off at Try it Cove with water activities including kayak and stand up paddleboard (SUP) lessons and demos.
•Underwater Fun. Learn how to Scuba at the DEMA ‘Be a Diver Pool.’ Everything is provided including: scuba gear and certified instructors in a heated, tropical pool. Just bring a swimsuit.
•Shopper’s Nautical Paradise. View and board more than 150 of the newest boat models of the year. From luxury yachts to family cruisers, there’s a boat for every lifestyle and budget on display, plus sales on the latest marine technology, apparel and accessories.

When: Thursday through Sunday, June 13- 16, 2013
            Thursday, June 13: 11 – 6 p.m.
            Friday, June 14: 11 – 6 p.m.
            Saturday, June 15: 10 – 6 p.m.
            Sunday, June 16: 10 – 5 p.m.

Where: 31st Street Harbor
             3155 S. Lake Shore Drive
             Chicago, IL 60616

Admission: $10 – Adults (16 years & older)
                 FREE – Children (15 years & under)

Web: For more information and to pre-shop the show, ChicagoInWaterBoatShow.com. To keep up with conversation, win prizes and more become a fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Web: Visit ChicagoInWaterBoatShow.com; follow the boat show on Twitter; find us on Facebook.

Reprinted from ChicagoInWaterBoatShow.com

Towboat Festival Vendor Registration

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Rescheduled for July 27 -27

~~June 15 - 16 Grafton, IL~~

The Great Rivers Towboat Festival

The Great Rivers Towboat Festival
Grafton, Illinois
June 15 - June 16, 2013....11 am - 4 pm
Admission ....Free

Towboat Tours will be taking place noon - 4PM both days ! (Weather permitting)

Children Activities

Tow Rope throwing contest
St. Louis Admirals Club will have a Model boat exhibit
U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Corps of Engineers will have historical and educational displays.
BBQ served off the Towboat-shaped cooker and more.
Crawfish and shrimp boil and demonstrate how to properly eat these delicacies.
The Historic Boat Works on Front Street will have over 70 dealers with all types of antiques, glassware, tools, candles, furniture

For more information call 618-786-7678

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June 15.....

Two Rivers Marina

Dock Hop .... June 15th

Benefit for The Blessing of the Fleet Saturday, June 22nd, 2013

from about 2 pm to 6 pm

at Grafton Harbor, Grafton Illinois

The following items have been donated so far and will be part of the raffles going on that day. Grafton Harbor is also putting together items for the “Rubber Duck Plunge” raffle from various businesses in their area. We will have music poolside by the “D Dock DJs, the Official DJs of www.RiverBills.com”. The RiverBills Girls will be there from 2 to 6 selling the raffle tickets that afternoon. Blessing of the Fleet T-Shirts will also be available for purchase.

Current list of items donated:

Blessing of the Fleet blinged out Ladies t-shirt by Angie of Revolution Embroidery
Weber Bar-B-Kettle donated by Justin and Nikki L’Hote.
Cooler of Booze and stand donated by Dr. Pepper/Schnapple, Sundowners, Dutch Hauhe, J.B. Fence, Grand Slam Bar and Grill, Hesslers Pub, Darryll, Maureen and more to come.
NFL Mini Football signed by St. Louis Rams running back Daryl Richardson donated by the St. Louis Rams.
$50 Gift Certificate donated by Ameristar Casino.
Boat Haulout Gift Certificate donated by Bloch Marine.
$25 Gas Cards donated by Polestar Boating Center / Marina.
Roll up Sporting Event / Beach Blanket donated by Webster University.
Assorted Hair and Body Products donated by Katie Chavez Identity Salon and Spa.
Weekend docking donated by Alton Marina courtesy of Karen Brncic, restrictions may apply.
One of a kind Jack Buck purse donated by Kelly Haines of Purses by Kelly.

For more information go to www.blessingofthefleetstl.com

Darryll Weil, President,

Blessing of the Fleet Inc.

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On site services
• Bloch Marine Service
• Breeze Marine Surveyor
• Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
• Lewis Boats
• Polestar Marina
• Wahoo Marine Sales
• St. Louis Sail and Paddle
• The Canvas Man
6171 Hwy V, St.Charles, MO
636-250-3008

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Docks-Dry Storage-Ramp-Repairs-Gas 24/7 Transients welcome

Ramp Passes & Storage

636-946-2073

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OpenWeekends

Friday 4pm-8pm

Saturday 11am- 8pm

Sunday 11am-7pm

No Wake Inn

Rooms Available Year Round

Call 314-620-1971 or

618- 883- 2356

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100 Bob Michael St.

Naples, IL 62665

217-754-3700

www.evandysboatel.com

Open 7 Days a Week

A unique dining experience set on the banks of the Illinois River. Great food, exceptional service, and scenic views. Visit our website to view our menu and summer band schedule... Click Here

Don't work your weekend away,

call us today !

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Heartland Boating is Mid-America’s premier boating magazine !

Editorials featuring Inland River & Lakes, Marina & the overall freshwater boating lifestyle

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Heartland Boating website

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CLOSED

Due to Flooding

Golden Eagle Ferry

Mon - Thu.. 5AM- 9PM

Fri - Sat .... 5AM- 2AM

Sun .......... 8AM- 9PM

Holidays ... 8AM- 9PM

On Board Phone

618- 535-5759

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Winfield Ferry

Closed

145 North Service Road, Saint Peters, MO 63376

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PROPS

AREN'T JUST FOR

BOATS

Call Kirk Blomgren for all your Private Aircraft Needs

Meisinger Aviation

Spirit of St. Louis Airport

Kirk.blomgren@mallcstl.com

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Click here for Map from Google

Let us take care of the food so you can enjoy the party!

314-918-0003

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Artistic Affairs Catering

website

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for race schedule

Call office at 636-250-7500 for information on dockage, rack storage, winter storage, winterizing and service or repairs.

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for 2013 price Schedule

E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com

6257 Highway V

St. Charles, Mo

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Club 636-250-4433

Marina 636-250-4321

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jeffhuginsurance.com

636-978-1595

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Buy 4 Ramps

Get 1 Free

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2012 Price Sheet

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Close to where you are on the river

STORAGE short & long term

4 BOAT LIFTS- up to 60 tons

MOBILE SERVICE

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Open Fri, Sat, Sun

After Memorial Day

Landmap from Alton IL
Landmap from St.Charles.Mo

St. Louis Confluence Riverkeeper
Defending our confluence rivers

Check out their on-line songs at the Street Beat website

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The Big Kahuna

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Grafton Harbor Winery

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3723 Goodfellow at

Natural Bridge
Open Daily..Closed Sun
(314) 389-8686

Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set ....$499

Boater Owned / Operated

River Road Renegades Show Team

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E-mail roy@rlsmithsurvey.com

Fax:

636-931 6708

Shark Taxi rides

(314) 477-5658

Call Capt Tim

For Reservations

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gypsyrosepirateship.com

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866-249-2135

See class schedule for East Coast, Great Lakes & Midwest locations. www.wegivethetest.com

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RiverBills Picture Gallery

Boat Show Albums

Hello,

You are invited to view photographs from my "Riverbills - 2013 St. Louis Boat Show" gallery.

If you would like to order prints,crop to your discretion then click the BUY button while looking at the photo you like to purchase.

Enjoy,
Crystal Photography
http://crystalphotography.zenfolio.com/p702274398

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RiverBills Photo Gallery.....

2013 St. Louis Boat and Sportshow
Photos by Mary Tiemann
2/10/2013

Click here and check out the RiverBills Photo Gallery

Watch for more pictures soon........

Boat Show Pictures from

Thursday Night !

Click here to go to Crystal Photography's Boat Show Pictures !

STL Boat & Sports Show Pics

There are 44 new Boat Show pictures on RiverBills Facebook page !

Click here and check it out !

Boat Show Picture Video !

Click here to check out video

Hi Bill,

Added some more pictures from the Boat Show and video of the RiverBills Night to the www.riverwebcams.com website.

We will be getting more over the weekend.
Darryll Weil

CaptainWeil Computer Services LLC, Telephone 314.303.2819
RiverWebCams.com

Click here to go to Crystal Photography's Boat Show Pictures !

Setting up for the

St. Louis Boat and Sport Show

is on YouTube

click on pic to view Video on YouTube

The Video of the Day... was sent to us by Captain Darryll Weil who hails out of the Yacht Club of St. Louis in the boat............ "After You."

Bill,

Starting to fine tune the video project to make it easier to edit. Combined Monday and Tuesday and added titles before and after the time lapse. It is on my YouTube channel at: http://youtu.be/79hmj5cxDEI

Right at a minute in length right now and a little better quality. Also put it on the www.riverwebcams.com

Live pictures will go up on riverwebcams Thursday morning.

Enjoy, Darryll

CaptainWeil Computer Services LLC, Telephone 314.303.2819
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Slideshow from Eagle Watch Party

A collection of Pictures from Sunday's Eagle Watch Party at Palisades Yacht Club... by Capt'n Daryyll Weil who hails out of The Yacht Club of St. Louis in the boat..... After You.

Click here and check out Darryll's slide show of pictures from the Eagle Watch Party.

More pictures added recently

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