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FRIDAY
01 December 2023
BOAT DRINKS
It's National Bloody Mary Day
It's the birthday of a boat drink made with vodka, tomato juice and a dash of Tabasco sauce.
It's said that the Bloody Mary was created in the 1920s by a French bartender named Fernand Petiot. He brought the drink with him when he migrated to the United States to work at New York's St. Regis Hotel.
The cocktail was first named ..."the Red Snapper" and was later changed to "Bloody Mary" in honor of actress Mary Pickford, a silent movie actress.
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A Blast From The Past
Mississippi River At Kimmswick, Mo
Hoppie's Under Construction
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The Featured Picture of the Day in 2020.... was sent to us by Claudia Burris who hails out of Hoppie"s Marina
Hi Bill,
Work is continuing at Hoppie’s Marina! It sure is cold! See you on the river.
See you on the river!
Claudia Burris
Hoppie’s Marina Correspondent
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Now cruising out of Augusta, Mo
Miss Augusta is docked at the Klondike Park Boat Ramp off Highway 94. We ask our guests to park at the Mount Pleasant Estates Winery, located at 5634 High Street in Augusta, and take our complimentary shuttle to and from the boat ramp. The shuttle boards promptly 45 minutes prior to your cruise time, so please plan accordingly. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois
Alton Amphitheater To Host Second Annual "Christmas By The River"........
On Saturday, December 9th, the second annual "Christmas By The River" interactive walkthrough event will be held at the Alton Amphitheater from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
The free interactive event will feature special guests and scenery, including Buddy the Elf, Whoville, Santa's Workshop, A Christmas Story, Frosty the Snowman and many more.
Jaynanne Calaway-Habeck with Masterpiece Arts Sanctuary says that for every scene, there are actors that will do an interactive scene from famous Christmas movies........
Click here to read this news article from riverbender.com.
Some Highlights of This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS UPDATED June 14, 2023
Mississippi River System
MISSOURI RIVER
MILE 42.0 - MILE 41.0 - ROCK SHELF
A rock shelf has been reported downstream of the Weldon Springs Bridge, between Mile 42.0 and Mile 41.0, LDB. The rock shelf is not marked. Mariners are urged to exercise caution when transiting this area. For further information, mariners may contact U.S. Coast Guard Western Rivers
Command Center, at (314) 269-2332.
Click here for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the Navigation Center Website
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It's a group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Private 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.
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Cumberland River At Smithland, Kentucky
Explosive Charges Bring Down The Old Cumberland "Smithland" Bridge........
Shortly after 9 am Thursday morning, demolition crews successfully imploded the old Cumberland "Smithland" Bridge. The demolition contractor had made cuts on the 92 year old main span in strategic places prior to placing the explosive charges.
The Kentucky Transportation cabinet reports that a barge mounted crane that is required to recover sections of the steel truss sections from the river following the blast began working at around 9:30 am.
The U.S. Coast Guard had authorized the contractor to stop commercial tow boat and other boat traffic for up to 36 hours while crews recover the steel truss sections from the Cumberland River........
Click here to read this news report from kfvs12.com. With Photos and Video.
Mississippi River At Quincy, Illinois
Officials Table Power Line Project, Shift To Boat Ramp And Amphitheater Project........
On Wednesday, the Quincy Riverfront Development Corp tabled their power line burial project and instead, will focus on a riverfront amphitheater and a new boat ramp.
Tieraney Craig, chair of the corporation says that the public's perception of the amphitheater is that it is something that the public can use and will bring people down to the riverfront.
Craig acknowledges that the power line project needs to be done, however, the corporation will be rejecting the $1.18 million power line bid from D&L Excavating Inc........
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Lake Mead
FBI Released Rendered Images Of Man Found In Barrel During Lake Mead Drought........
Investigators recently released images of what a man discovered inside of a barrel in Lake Mead could have looked like in the hopes of discovering his identity.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Clark County are calling on the public to help identify a victim of a homicide who they believe was killed decades ago.
The body was found in a barrel at Hemenway Harbor at Lake Mead on May 1, 2022, when the reservoir was experiencing an extreme drought. The man had died from a gunshot would.........
Click here to read this news story from kmov.com. With Photo and Video.
3rd Chute Bar & Grill.. Grafton
We will have breakfast buffet Saturday, Sunday 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And Good Times
Mississippi River at Alton, IL
Under New Management
2023 Summer Events.. click here
bluff city grill
ORDER ONLINE Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link.
2. Order your food how you want it.
3. Pay online & pickup in storehttps://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Open Tuesday - Sunday...Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton Marina
Upcoming Events.. click here
Golden Eagle Ferry ...Open
Winfield Ferry............Closed
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to scenic Calhoun County, IL
Phone: (618) 535-5759
Con Trios Yacht Club
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26) of the Mississippi River, website is www.contriosyachtclub.org. Founding Date....1966
Duck Club Yacht Club
Creative Restaurant Concepts
Now at the Duck Club
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 mm 222
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo.
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
FastJax Winter Hours \Sunday open at 11:30 with Bloody Mary Bar with breakfast pizza option for food by the slice or pizzaMonday opens at 5 pm with Show me the Money and dinner specials each weekTuesday opens at 11:30 movie night and dinner special each weekWednesday opens at 11:30-6pm(early night unless i find another bartender)Thursday, Friday, both open at 11:30 until 1:30And Saturday open at 11:30 with Bloody Mary Bar and BLTS for breakfast.
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo (636) 699-5716
Portage des Sioux, MO
NEW DAYS OF OPERATION
STARTING NEXT WEEK, OCTOBER 8TH
SUNDAY - CLOSED
MONDAY - CLOSED
TUESDAY - CLOSED
WEDNESDAY - CLOSED
THURSDAY - 3PM TIL 10 PM
FRIDAY - 5PM TIL 1AM
SATURDAY - 11AM TIL 1AM
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE
1530 Highway J, Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website
Grafton Harbor
Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
A 5 Anchor Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool, Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
Grafton Pub
Grafton, IL
Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
Open 7 Days a week.
Centrally located in Pool 26 at Grafton, IL and just a short walk across the parking lot from Grafton Harbor. Riverside Deck & Patio. Outside bar and bandstand with beautiful view of the Illinois River.
Boaters...A great place to drop anchor, enjoy a beverage & a bite to eat. Home of the famous Pool 26 TACO TUESDAY.
225 W. Main St, Grafton, IL, (618) 786-9463
John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
John’s Boat Harbor is the best choice for all your boating needs!
We provide an excellent marina experience for all of our customers so that they can enjoy all that the beautiful Mississippi River has to offer.
Customer service is our #1 goal and our staff will work with you to make sure that you feel welcome! We work to meet our customer’s needs and will try at all times to make our harbor the best home for your boat.
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL
03-19-23...Building being rebuilt in same location. Working on restaurant level....
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild.. click here
MM224.4 UMR
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility
Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO 63376
(636) 949-9926
Liberty Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Contact Jerry
636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the Season
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service, great food and amazing atmosphere!
Longshot Tiki Bar at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed now.
Reopen May of 2024.
Sailing out of Augusta, Mo
Now cruising out of Augusta, Mo
Miss Augusta is docked at the Klondike Park Boat Ramp off Highway 94. We ask our guests to park at the Mount Pleasant Estates Winery, located at 5634 High Street in Augusta, and take our complimentary shuttle to and from the boat ramp. The shuttle boards promptly 45 minutes prior to your cruise time, so please plan accordingly. We look forward to welcoming you!
For tickets and more information, visit www.MissAugustaBoat.comCruise Calendar..
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Riviera Too
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301
Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On site owners
Check us out at www.tworiversmarina.com
Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
Gas Dock is Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the property to help in any way
Closed for the Season
Restaurant phone (636)250-3440
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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
Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
Who's Open... Who's Closed........
3rd Chute Bar & Grill .. Grafton.................. Open Alton Marina Cantina ....................................... Open Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor...................... Closed for the Season Bluff City Grill ........................................... Open Boathouse Food & Deck.......................... Open Duck Club Yacht Club.............................. Open Froges Bar & Grill.................................... Open Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop........ Open Grafton Oyster Bar................................ Open Hawg Pit................................................ Open Kinder's Restaurant............................... Being rebuilt in same location Longshot Saloon.................................... Closed for the Season Longshot Tiki Bar................................... Closed for the Season Piasa Pub............................................... Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... Closed for the Season
The Boathouse Food and Deck WebCam
Live Image
Mississippi River on Dardenne Slough UMR 222.2
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Lock & Dam 19 Livestrean
Mississippi River at Keokuk, Iowa
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At The Duck Club
Opening March 17
Limited number of Social Memberships
Applications available
6257 Hwy V, St. Charles, Mo
Club 636-250-4333
Marina 636-250-4321
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Contact Jerry
636-734-1929
E-mail Liberty Harbor.. libertyinstl@yahoo.com
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Call 636.723.0005 when your headed to the river and we will have your food ready when you arrive at the store !
Check out the New patio
UMR 222.2
Marine Gas,
Diesel Fuel, Ice
Docks
40 Ton Travel Lift
Repairs all makes& models
636-250-3446
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Five Anchor Marina
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Pool, Bathhouse, Restaurant, Campgrounds & Cabins.
Natural harbor with 8' average depth.
Fun, friendly atmosphere.
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Your River Get-Away in a beautiful area of the Mississippi River
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Pool 24 at MM283.2
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Offering:
-Condition & Value Surveys
-Engine Surveys-Insurance Claim Assistance
-Diagnostic Assistance
-Pre-Sale Preparation Advice
-Boat Operation Training
Phone: 636-578-4801
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Toll-Free:
866-249-2135
2023 Class schedule
Website
Docks-Dry Storage-Ramp-Repairs-Gas 24/7 Transients welcome
We have Pump Out
Ramp Passes & Storage
636-946-2073
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OPEN
Golden Eagle Ferry
Mon - Thur.. 5AM- 9PM Fri & Sat.... 5AM- 2AM Sun........... 8AM- 9PM On Board Phone
618- 535-5759
Click here for website
Winfield Ferry
CLOSED
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL
618.786.8888
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UMR 222.2
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