~~~~~~ RiverBill's Archives~~~~~~
July 2020

07-11-2020 - 07-20-2020

 

A WEBSITE FOR THE  BOATING COMMUNITY 

OF THE 

MISSISSIPPI, ILLINOIS, MISSOURI, MERAMEC AND KASKASKIA RIVERS

 

MONDAY

 20 JULY 2020

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

 

Polestar Marina

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Capt'n Carl Tiemann who hails out of  RiverBills World Headquarters at Woodland Marina.

 

The Polestar B&B Boat

New Deck

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

https://www.restaurantlogin.com/api/fb/z0q_xp


Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

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YesterYears Picture on this Day in 2019 ......

 

The Grafton Ferry re-opened after the Flood of 2019

Alton Marina

Click here for Facebook         Click here for website

 

Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 15, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made..

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

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

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

This Sat...The Soulard Blues Band..3-7pm
This Sun...The Soulard Island Dudes...3-7pm

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 6,676 members as of 07-20-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

July 20, 2020 - August 10, 2020

Jerry Costello Lock and Dam

Kaskaskia River at Modoc, IL........

 

 

 

Reprinted from Kaskaskia River Project Facebook... click here

Boat Fire

Two Branch Marina........

 

Sorry ... Fox2Now link to story is broken

 

 

 

 Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

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Upcoming Events

JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band
AUG 15 Tanglefoot
AUG 16 Big Deal Band & Friends

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

Table Rock Lake

Sunday Marked 2 Year Anniversary Of Duck Boat Tragedy........

 

Sunday marked the two year anniversary of the amphibious duck boat capsizing on Table Rock Lake, claiming the lives of 17 passengers.  On July 19, 2018, a Ride the Ducks tourist vessel was overcome by a storm and sank with 31 passengers aboard.  One crew member and 16 passengers drowned.  Nine of the victims were from the same family.

 

The report from the National Transportation Safety Board indicates that the National Weather Service had issued a severe Storm Warning with enough notice that the vessel could have been stopped from entering the water. 

 

In April of 2020, the U.S. Coast Guard concurred with the NTSB recommendation that canopies and side curtains be removed from the duck boats.  As of April, the vessel's owner, Ripley Entertainment had settled 31 lawsuits filed by survivors or relatives of the victims.........

 

Click here to read this news article from ksdk.com.  With Photo and Video.

 

 

Saturday... July 25, 2020

Party To Support the 2020 Blessing of the Fleet organization

Mike's LaRosa Cabana at Longshot Marina........

 

Please join us at Mike's La Rosa Cabana at Longshot's marina in Portage des Sioux on July 25th for a party to support the Blessing of the Fleet organization.

 
Live band, drinks/food available at La Rosa Cabana..T Shirts for 2020 - Year of the Viking theme- will be available for sale...still at the regular price of $10 each.

 

50/50 drawing, and a fun get together to help make up for the good times we've missed due to all the crazy things we have had to endure...let's party and help support the Blessing of the Fleet..

 

Rick Flier

President Blessing of the Fleet

 

Party starts at 3PM

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

Cumberland River Near Paducah, Kentucky

Barge Strike Causes U.S. 60 Bridge TO Close For Inspection........

 

The U.S. 60 Cumberland River Bridge has reopened after being closed for inspection following a barge strike Sunday evening.  A certified bridge inspector from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet performed a safety check on the span and found no structural damage to the bridge's structure or support pier.

 

The U.S. Coast Guard reports that around 5:40 pm, 11 loaded rock barges broke free from a fleeting area near navigation mile point 5 along the Cumberland River.  Six of the barges were reported to have been secured together, with the remainders drifting downstream individually. 

 

The Coast Guard reports that the Motor Vessel Patriot was nearby and was able to round up all of the wayward barges by about 6:45 pm.  The span was closed for approximately 90 minutes for the safety inspection, and reopened around 7:30 pm........

 

Click here to read this news report from kfvs12.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

 

 

Mississippi River At Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Catfish Tournament Draws 140 Anglers ........

 

On Saturday, the Twisted Cat Outdoor Fishing Series hosted their fifth annual cat fishing tournament at the Red Star Access in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, which attracted 56 fishing groups, 140 anglers and loads of spectators to the Mississippi River.

 

Catfish enthusiasts flooded Cape Girardeau from all across the Midwest, including anglers from up to 500 miles away.  Many seemed to hold a common belief, that fishing is a lifetime hobby shared with family.

 

Alex Nagy, the director of the tournament announced the final results to the crowds as the catfish were weighed and released at the end of the day.  The group of Degan Sanders, Lance Picker and Rylea Lohman took first place with the largest catfish weighing in at 57.99 pounds, and a group total of 126.42 pounds........

 

Click here to read this news article from semissourian.com.  With Photo

 

River History....

July 20, 2019 in River History

Flood of 2019
The Mississippi River at St. Louis dropped below flood stage for the first time since March 16, 2019. It had been above flood stage for 127 straight days.

Leonore K. Sullivan Boulevard was nowhere near clean, however, the water was for the most part gone and the street itself was visible again. The businesses that had been closed for months were opening again.

 

More Men Drown then Women

St. Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers .......

 

Reprinted from the St. Louis District , US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook... click here

 

Upcoming Event..... Saturday, August 8, 2020

Beach BBQ & Party.......

 

Reprinted from the Con Trios Yacht Club Facebook... click here

 

Tygart River Near Morgantown, West Virginia

Boat Flees After Striking, Injuring Swimmer........

 

Officers with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources report that on Saturday afternoon, a boat struck a 22 year old swimmer in the Tygart River, causing serious injuries.

 

The boat with five men aboard reportedly slowed for a moment after the accident, then sped away north towards the Benton's Ferry Bridge.  The seriously injured swimmer was pulled from the water by rescuers and taken to a hospital in Morgantown.

 

Authorities are searching for the five men and the boat, which is described as a white runabout speedboat with a yellow zigzag pattern down the sides.  Witnesses say that prior to the 4:35 incident, the men were boating in an area lined with homes, camps and other boaters........

 

Click here to read this news story from bnd.com.  With Video.

 

List Your Boat

on RiverBills Classifieds

6 Months for $50.00

From "Now" until "January 2021" 

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

Six months on the Classified Page.  

 

e-mail your info along with 6 pictures (max) to riverbill@prodigy.net.

 

Click here and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page

 

 

OFFERING

THE SWINGING DOCK STEP

 

 

 

Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

Swings out of the way

 to the

 "Walk Thru"

position on the dock

 

Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-16-20

Okay here we go the 3rd Chute shuttle is starting this weekend thank God we found some drivers and I'm going to get this thing launched out and going. So here how it works it is a free shuttle from Alton to Grafton or. Grafton to alton and no you do not have to stay at the 3rd Chute LOL you can go anywhere you want in town and pick up what hour you want to take it back and forth so it starts Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Alton location that is where it is based out of so every odd hour starting at 1 in Alton you can catch a bus every even hour you can catch it in Grafton we will be running it fairly late on Saturday nights and Sunday not as late... the bus runs off of tips so we appreciate any tips and donations you can give while riding the bus if this works out we may put on more stops and add more buses we are going to try this and see if we can't get it going.. so take the ride up the River Road. While having a cold beer and listen to some tunes and not worried about getting in trouble LOL if you know what I mean thanks any questions put them to the page or any other questions put it on the 3rd Chute II site and we will answer all of them and thanks for all of the support we hope to grow and keep making things better better and better any suggestions are welcome

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Update 06/06/2020

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.

The Grafton Ferry just opened at 10am today, 06/06/2020 The river levels have not been kind to us lately but today the river level is down just enough to get open.

The Golden Eagle Ferry, Grafton Ferry, Brussels State Ferry and the Kampsville State Ferry are all open so come aboard for a very beautiful and scenic ride on the river.

Thank You and Take Care,

The Calhoun Ferry Company

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Sat.. Aug 8, 2020

Beach BBQ & Party at Two Branch Island

Click here for more info

Duck Club Yacht 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 mm22

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

—Cruise on the Illinois & Mississippi Rivers while sipping on $4.61+tax Harboritas! The crew will be dressed up in our best island attire and you can too!


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band
AUG 15 Tanglefoot
AUG 16 Big Deal Band & Friends
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-19-20

Beautiful Hot Day. So be careful out on our river and sand bars. Don’t want anything to happen to my favorite boaters.

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

.

 

Marina, Boat Service, Fuel

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

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.


We have a CSI Award-winning service and parts department with over 175 years of combined experience in the marine industry to take care of all of your parts and service needs. We service Mercury, Mercruiser, Yamaha, Volvo Penta, and Honda Outboards.
We offer Barletta Boats, Sylvan Marine, Cypress Cay, and Crestliner pontoon boats, Phoenix bass boats, Crestliner aluminum fishing boats, Monterey sport boats, and Mercury, Mercruiser, and Yamaha outboard and sterndrives.


Whether you are looking for an aluminum fishing boat, performance pontoon, tournament ready fiberglass bass boat, or a crossover ski boat/ bowrider, our sales consultants will help you find the perfect boat for your family’s wants and needs.


It's no wonder we have been regarded as one of the largest and most trusted dealers in Missouri for more than 20 years. Come meet our dedicated boating staff and allow them to find the right boat or service for your family's needs.


We are conveniently located in between the Missouri Riverfront and Lake Saint Louis. Family owned and operated since 1993. Come in today and check us out!
As we like to say, you are not just buying a boat or getting service but becoming a member of the Lewis Boats Family!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Sat..7-25-20..Soulard Blues Band..3-7pm
Sun..7-26-20..Soulard Island Dudes..3-7pm

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 


Port Charles Harbor, A Full Service Marina Located On The Beautiful Mississippi River! 60 Ton Marine Travel Lift. 636.250.BOAT www.portcharlesharbor.com

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

 

See you on the patio Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!

Thu...BBQ 11am-9pm

Fri.... Drink Specials 5pm-9pm

Sat... Live Music 6:30pm

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9, M-Th....10-10, Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

With over 50 years in the same location, St. Charles Boat & Motor has worked to perfect our services to stand out above the rest in the Greater St. Louis area. We hold up to the highest expectation of customer service and we pride ourselves in the fact that we have a variety of services to suit everyone's boating needs!

We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on product up to 20 years old (from current year), new & used parts department, along with many other top of the line services.

We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boat, Crest Pontoons and Used & Brokerage Boats, as well as our outstanding selection of parts and accessories in the showroom.

We have EVERYTHING you need to be your local One-Stop-Shop!

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

12 July 2020

Clarksville Boat Club members TRM is sponsoring an on water poker run on august 29. We want one of the stops to be the bar just north of the dam. Would the club members want to ‘man’ that stop? Make it a party along the way for the participants AND your group? You could even do your own lil fundraiser maybe?!!! Mike D Smith, Rob Starman, Vickie Cannon Lindsay
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

click here

 

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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

THE WEEKEND

 SAT, SUN..18, 19 JULY 2020

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sun Pic

 

 

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The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Kelly Nesslage

 

Nessy

spotted downstream of John's and Two Branch marinas.
 

Kelly

 

 

Two Branch

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sun Pic

Larger view not available

 

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Larger view not available

 

 

The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt'n Rob Boteler

 

Two Branch Saturday, July 18, 2020. What a nice day

Rob

 

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sun Pic

 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Capt'n Rick Skiles

 

Bill,

My grandson, Capt Liam,  at the helm & Dredge Potter at Winfield Dam.

 

Awesome day,

 

See ya on the river

 

Rick

 

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sat Pic

 

 

 

 

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

 

Friday Sunset

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

Fri...July 17 Dawn Turlington and Co at 6

Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band (first time at the boathouse)

Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sun...Rogers and Neihaus long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

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Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

Shark

Spotted in Illinois River

click pic to enlarge

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2016 ...... was taken by RiverBill.  It's Captain Tim and Wench Martha in their shark boat. 

Alton Marina

Click here for Facebook         Click here for website

 

Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

www.RiverBills.com

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

click here for menu

 

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

Added Sunday

Boat Fire

Two Branch Marina........

 

 

Video posted on RiverBills Boaters Group

by Nick Carsales Guy  .... click here

 

Various reports have it that no one was hurt and Central Fire Department of St. Charles was on the scene.

 

Added Sunday

Alton Motor Boat Club Update

Mississippi River at Piasa Creek........

 

Reprinted from Alton Motor Boat Club Facebook... click here

 

Added Sunday

Hannibal Riverfront

Mississippi River at Hannibal, Mo........

 

Reprinted from Hannibal Parks & Recreation Facebook... click here

 

Added Sunday

August 1, 2020

Helicopter Rides Are Back

Hawg Pit BBQ, Grafton, IL........

 

Reprinted from Hawg Pit BBQ Facebook... click here

 

Added Sunday

Upcoming Event..... Saturday, July 25, 2020

Christmas in July

Anchor Yankers........

 

Details
Hohoho Santa is on his way to AY Island! BBQ lunch will be at 1:00 and Santa will be coming after lunch! Please bring a friend and a side dish to share! RSVP by July 20th to Leah, 314-330-0126 or through this invite!

 

Reprinted from Anchor Yankers Facebook... click here
 

Added Sunday

Compost From River Sediment........

 

Paul Rosenbohm, the proprietor of Better Earth compost typically mixes lawn waste, food scraps and pumpkin residue from local farms into his compost, however, he has stumbled upon another ingredient for his mix:  sediment from the Illinois River.

 

The sediment is located nearby, is in virtually unlimited quantity, but is also a bit challenging to obtain.  Rosenbohm says that the sediment has to be dredged from the river and then transported.

 

According to the experts, river sediment is essentially soil that has run off of farm fields across Illinois and would make excellent filler or even topsoil. 

 

Click here to read this news report from wglt.org.  With Photo.

 

Added Sunday

The Meandering Mississippi River

Take A Look At From Space........
 

Over the years, the meandering Mississippi River has been used to define state boundaries in the central United States.  As the river meanders over time, the channels shift across the floodplain, leaving some farms, towns and rural lands on the opposite bank of the river.
 
Over thousands of years, the turbulent meandering Mississippi River has transformed it's floodplains, creating oxbow lakes and slicing new channels into the surrounding landscape.
 
Lake Chicot is held as the largest oxbow lake in the United States, covering some 5,300 acres, and serves as a reminder of where the Mighty Mississippi River once flowed in Arkansas........

 

Click here to check out this photo from earthobservatory.nasa.gov.

 

Added Sunday

Boat Manufacturer

MasterCraft Introduces A New 24 Footer.........

 

Photo courtesy Mastercraft

 

MasterCraft recently made a new addition to their flagship NXT model lineup with the introduction of the NXT24.  The new addition expands the NXT lineup to three models, including a 20 and 22 foot version.

 

The NXT24 features a 10 foot 2 inch beam, which allows for seating for up to 16 people and 158 cubic feet of storage space.  There are a wide variety of interior and exterior colors available, as well as custom towers and a high end Klipsch Premium Audio sound system.

 

The NXT24 is equipped with the company's proven inboard propulsion system with options such as the DockStar system, which features 3 rudders to make close-quarters maneuvering an easy task, especially in reverse........

 

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

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

This Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
This Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 15, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made..

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

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

 

 

 

 

 Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

Xtreme Bar Bingo is a NO COST, NO COVER bingo consisting of 9 games! Winners could win awesome prizes such as: cash prizes, TVs, gift cards, and more! At Xtreme Bar Bingo has a progressive cash Jackpot game that starts out at $500 that increases $250 plus a ball every week until its hit! Since 2018 Xtreme Bar Bingo has given away over $160,000 in cash and prizes! Join us to be our next big winner

Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

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 6,657 members as of 07-19-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

July 20, 2020 - August 10, 2020

Jerry Costello Lock and Dam

Kaskaskia River at Modoc, IL........

 

 

 

Reprinted from Kaskaskia River Project Facebook... click here

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

 

Saturday... July 25, 2020

Party To Support the 2020 Blessing of the Fleet organization

Mike's LaRosa Cabana at Longshot Marina........

 

Please join us at Mike's La Rosa Cabana at Longshot's marina in Portage des Sioux on July 25th for a party to support the Blessing of the Fleet organization.

 
Live band, drinks/food available at La Rosa Cabana..T Shirts for 2020 - Year of the Viking theme- will be available for sale...still at the regular price of $10 each.

 

50/50 drawing, and a fun get together to help make up for the good times we've missed due to all the crazy things we have had to endure...let's party and help support the Blessing of the Fleet..

 

Rick Flier

President Blessing of the Fleet

 

Party starts at 3PM

 

click pic to enlarge

 

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

 

 

Boat Sales

Record Growth In New Boat Sales During May........

 

The National Marine Manufacturers Association reports that new boat sales increased dramatically during May, rising 59 percent compared to April and 9 percent over pre-COVID levels on a seasonally adjusted basis.

 

Total boat sales during May were the highest they've been in a decade with increases in all segments.  Leading the increase were personal water craft, saltwater fishing boats and jet boats.

 

Vicky Yu, NMMA Director of Business Intelligence says that this new data demonstrates a very good start to the summer for the recreational boating industry, with increases across all major segments........

 

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

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Boat Manufacturer

Correct Craft Expanding Their Facilities........

 

Correct Craft recently announced that they would be adding 58,000 square feet to their Orlando, Florida manufacturing facility in addition to future development that will increase their campus by some 76 percent.

 

Bill Yeargin, Correct Craft CEO says that as part of the company's long term plans, they are starting to look at the facility requirements that will be needed for their expected growth.

 

The master plan submitted to Orange County shows the addition of a 58,000 square foot building being added to the campus as "Phase One".  THis building will be needed within the next year........

 

Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com.  With Photo

 

River History....

 

July 18, 2016 in Water-Ski History

 

Thirteen year old, Will Roberts, from Dow, Illinois broke the national water-ski jump record in a tournament in Jacksoville, Illinois.


Will jumped 144 feet to beat the previous “Boys 2” record by one foot

Upcoming Event.... Fri - Sun, September 18 - 20, 2020

The Missouri River Iris Fest

Frontier Park, St. Charles, Mo .......

 

The Missouri River Irish Festival in St. Charles, Missouri is a celebration of Irish music, culture and good old craic! Vendors will be on hand selling some great food and merchandise. Bands will be belting out your favorite Irish songs as well as Irish dancers entertaining the crowds. So much to see and do. The dates are RESCHEDULED FOR 2020 - Sept 18th - 20th, 2020.

 

 

Reprinted from the Missouri River Irish Fest Facebook... click here

 

The Great Loop

Fall Rendezvous Going to be Virtual .......

 

Reprinted from the Great Loop Facebook... click here

 

The 2020 Great Loop Fall Rendezvous was scheduled for October 12-15 in Alabama

click here

 

 

Mississippi River At St. Louis, Missouri

Body Recovered From River Identified As Missing Man........

 

THe body that was recovered from the Mississippi River has been identified as that of 75 year old Louis Bodway, who had been reported missing several days earlier.

 

Sergeant Benjamin Granda with the St. Louis County Police Department says that incidents is being investigated as a suicide..  Granda added that the body was identified as Bodway late Thursday night.

 

A barge worker had spotted the body Wednesday along the western bank of the Mississippi River near the River City Casino in Lemay, which is the area Bodway was last seen.  Bodway had reportedly told family members that he planned to kill himself by jumping into the Mississippi River........

 

Click here to read this news story from stltoday.com  With Photo

 

River Des Peres At St. Louis, Missouri

Body Recovered ........

 

At around 8:30 pm Friday evening, Police and rescue responders recovered a body from the River Des Peres drainage canal. 

 

According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, a man's body was discovered with a possible gunshot wound to the head in the River Des Peres between Chippewa and Gravois.

 

Detectives with the Homicide unit were called out to the scene........

 

Click here to read this news tidbit from ksdk.com.  With Video

 

Missouri River At St. Charles, Missouri

Lane Closures On The Blanchette Bridge This Weekend........

 

Beginning Friday evening, the eastbound lanes of the Interstate 70 Blanchette Bridge spanning the Missouri River at St. Charles, Missouri will be closing nightly.

 

The two right-hand, eastbound lanes of the bridge, as well as the on-ramp from Fifth Street will be closing from 9 pm Friday until Sunday, July 19th.  During the closure, eastbound I-70 motorists will use two lanes of the westbound span........

 

Click here to read this news tidbit from kmov.com.

 

Cruise News

U.S. Ban On Cruise Ships Extended Through September.........

 

On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that they were extending a no-sail order that was slated to expire on July 24th.  The order, signed by CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield, claims that the cruise industry has not contained the spread of COVID-19 on it's ships.

 

The CDC claims that they are concerned that cruise ships currently operating with reduced crews are complying with procedures intended to prevent virus transmission.

 

This order involves ships that can carry 250 or more passengers.  The CDC states that cruise ships are more crowded than most urban settings, and even with only the essential crew aboard the COVID-19 virus is still spreading........

 

Click here to read this news article from kmov.com.  With Photo.

 

List Your Boat

on RiverBills Classifieds

6 Months for $50.00

From "Now" until "January 2021" 

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

Six months on the Classified Page.  

 

e-mail your info along with 6 pictures (max) to riverbill@prodigy.net.

 

Click here and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page

 

 

OFFERING

THE SWINGING DOCK STEP

 

 

 

Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

Swings out of the way

 to the

 "Walk Thru"

position on the dock

 

Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-16-20

Okay here we go the 3rd Chute shuttle is starting this weekend thank God we found some drivers and I'm going to get this thing launched out and going. So here how it works it is a free shuttle from Alton to Grafton or. Grafton to alton and no you do not have to stay at the 3rd Chute LOL you can go anywhere you want in town and pick up what hour you want to take it back and forth so it starts Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Alton location that is where it is based out of so every odd hour starting at 1 in Alton you can catch a bus every even hour you can catch it in Grafton we will be running it fairly late on Saturday nights and Sunday not as late... the bus runs off of tips so we appreciate any tips and donations you can give while riding the bus if this works out we may put on more stops and add more buses we are going to try this and see if we can't get it going.. so take the ride up the River Road. While having a cold beer and listen to some tunes and not worried about getting in trouble LOL if you know what I mean thanks any questions put them to the page or any other questions put it on the 3rd Chute II site and we will answer all of them and thanks for all of the support we hope to grow and keep making things better better and better any suggestions are welcome

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri....July 17 Dawn Turlington & Co at 6
Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band

        (first time at the boathouse)
Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sun...Rogers and Neihaus

         long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Update 06/06/2020

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.

The Grafton Ferry just opened at 10am today, 06/06/2020 The river levels have not been kind to us lately but today the river level is down just enough to get open.

The Golden Eagle Ferry, Grafton Ferry, Brussels State Ferry and the Kampsville State Ferry are all open so come aboard for a very beautiful and scenic ride on the river.

Thank You and Take Care,

The Calhoun Ferry Company

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Parrothead SUNSET CRUISE
6:30-8:30pm • July 18 • $29/person
Calling all Jimmy Buffett fans!

•Boat Drinks? Absolutely!
•Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes? No Brainer!!
•On Particular Harbor? Grafton Harbor of Course!!
•Fins? Well They Say Once!!

—Cruise on the Illinois & Mississippi Rivers while sipping on $4.61+tax Harboritas! The crew will be dressed up in our best island attire and you can too!


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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Marina, Boat Service, Fuel

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-14-20

See you on the patio Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!

Thu...BBQ 11am-9pm

Fri.... Drink Specials 5pm-9pm

Sat... Live Music 6:30pm ..Featuring Kevin Gruen

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9, M-Th....10-10, Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

With over 50 years in the same location, St. Charles Boat & Motor has worked to perfect our services to stand out above the rest in the Greater St. Louis area. We hold up to the highest expectation of customer service and we pride ourselves in the fact that we have a variety of services to suit everyone's boating needs!

We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on product up to 20 years old (from current year), new & used parts department, along with many other top of the line services.

We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boat, Crest Pontoons and Used & Brokerage Boats, as well as our outstanding selection of parts and accessories in the showroom.

We have EVERYTHING you need to be your local One-Stop-Shop!

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

12 July 2020

Clarksville Boat Club members TRM is sponsoring an on water poker run on august 29. We want one of the stops to be the bar just north of the dam. Would the club members want to ‘man’ that stop? Make it a party along the way for the participants AND your group? You could even do your own lil fundraiser maybe?!!! Mike D Smith, Rob Starman, Vickie Cannon Lindsay
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

click here

 

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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

THURSDAY

 17 JULY 2020

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

Tuesday Evening Sunset Cruise

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

 

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The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt'n Charlie Strecky

 

My wife, Chanda, and I had a nice sunset cruise Tuesday evening. We are out of Sioux Harbor in Portage. Pictures are just across from the bluffs and the Great River Road and NO filters on the pics.

 

Charlie

 

 

Riviera Too Pregame Patio

Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo

 

 

(L/R) Ed, Alexandra and RiverBill

click pic to enlarge

 

The Pictures of the Day..... were taken last night at the Riviera Too patio

 

 

Whether you're headed to the river or headed home from a day at work.....

Make sure to plan a stop at RivieraToo

 

Check out their Pregame Patio

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!
Thu...BBQ 11am-9pm
Fri.... Drink Specials 5pm-9pm
Sat.. 7-18-20... Live Music 6:30pm ..Featuring Kevin Gruen

 

 

click here for website       click here for Facebook         click here for map

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

 

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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

 

Thursday Sunset

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

Fri...July 17 Dawn Turlington and Co at 6

Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band (first time at the boathouse)

Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sun...Rogers and Neihaus long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

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Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

RiverBills Rockin the Grafton Riverfront

2018

 

 (L/R) Dave, Audrey-Rose, RiverBills, Dave, Jill, Mary and Alexa

with KSHE'S Sweetmeat

 

 (L/R) Mary Beth, Audrey-Rose, Favazz, Jill, and Alexa

 

 

The Stars of the Party

The Amazing Keystone River Rats

click pic to enlarge

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2018 ...... Are some random shots from RiverBills.com Rockin the Grafton Riverfront Party.

Alton Marina

Click here for Facebook         Click here for website

 

Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

www.RiverBills.com

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

This Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
This Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 15, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made..

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

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

 

 

 

 

 Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

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Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

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 6,637 members as of 07-17-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois

City To Vote On Revised Cruise Line Agreement........

 

On Monday at 6 pm, the Alton Aldermen will be meeting as the committee of the whole to discuss an ordinance that authorizes amendments to the city's lease agreement with American Cruise Lines.

 

This ordinance is crucial to American Cruise Lines' intentions of porting three of the company's riverboats in Alton beginning in August.  In order for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to approve of the lease agreement, the Corps listed several changes that need to be made.

 

Earlier this year, the Corps sent a letter to Greg Caffey, Director of Alton Planning and Development stating that the sublease provided cannot be approved as it currently is because it is not in compliance with the city's current lease........

 

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

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

3rd Chute bar and Grill

Shuttle Bus........

Reprinted from Wayne Draper Facebook... click here

 

click pic to enlarge

 

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

 

 

Missouri River At Jefferson City, Missouri

Mo. Gov. Signs Bill Authorizing Jefferson City Port........

 

On Tuesday, the Heartland Port Authority of Central Missouri announced that with the signage of House Bill 1330 by Missouri Governor Mike Parson, the port authority has been given 116 acres to develop a port along the Missouri River at Jefferson City.

 

Heartland Port Authority Chairman Rick Mihalevich says that the legislation gives them the go-ahead to develop the property adjacent to the port and hopefully allow it to generate commerce.

 

The development of a port along the Missouri River in Jefferson City has been years in the making.  The Heartland Port Authority is the 15th port authority in Missouri and will serve the Central Missouri region........

 

Click here to read this news report from kcrgtv.com.  With Photos.

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Ohio River At Cairo, Illinois

The Cairo Bridge Set To Close For 30 Days........

 

Officials recently announced that the U.S. 51 Ohio River "Cairo" Bridge will be closing in August for a month, to allow crews to perform extensive maintenance to the span which links Wickliffe, Kentucky and Cairo, Illinois.

 

The bridge closure will allow crews to work along a 2 mile section of Kentucky approach levee and perform critical work on the bridge deck as well as on the 2 mile Kentucky approach levee.

 

According to Kyle Poat, a transportation engineer with the Kentucky Cabinet for transportation, officials had reviewed six options for completing the required work and determined that a 30 day closure would be best........

 

Click here to read this news report from bnd.com

 

River History....

 July 17, 2014 in River History

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced that, commercial fishermen netted two adult Asian carp in Mississippi River Pool 2, near Cottage Grove, Minnesota. The DNR stated that Asian carp hadn't previously been found that far north in the Mississippi River. One of the fish was a 40 pound bighead carp, and the other fish was a 20 pound jumping silver carp

 

Boating Opinions

Boating Is A Favorite American Pastime........

 

Frank Hugelmeyer, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association recently penned an opinion piece for Fox Business discussing why boating is the ideal summer pastime during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Noting the disappointment that many people are dealing with due to canceled vacations, closed community pools and closed summer camps in addition to the stress that COVID-19 has had on the nation, Hugelmeyer says that more families are hitting the water as a means to escape.

 

Hugelmeyer writes that first time boat buyers are increasing as Americans realize that boating is one of the safest and most accessible pastimes for enjoying quality time with their loved ones........

 

Click here to read more from tradeonlytoday.com.  With Photo

 

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From "Now" until "January 2021" 

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

Six months on the Classified Page.  

 

e-mail your info along with 6 pictures (max) to riverbill@prodigy.net.

 

Click here and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page

 

 

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Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

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position on the dock

 

Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-16-20

Okay here we go the 3rd Chute shuttle is starting this weekend thank God we found some drivers and I'm going to get this thing launched out and going. So here how it works it is a free shuttle from Alton to Grafton or. Grafton to alton and no you do not have to stay at the 3rd Chute LOL you can go anywhere you want in town and pick up what hour you want to take it back and forth so it starts Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Alton location that is where it is based out of so every odd hour starting at 1 in Alton you can catch a bus every even hour you can catch it in Grafton we will be running it fairly late on Saturday nights and Sunday not as late... the bus runs off of tips so we appreciate any tips and donations you can give while riding the bus if this works out we may put on more stops and add more buses we are going to try this and see if we can't get it going.. so take the ride up the River Road. While having a cold beer and listen to some tunes and not worried about getting in trouble LOL if you know what I mean thanks any questions put them to the page or any other questions put it on the 3rd Chute II site and we will answer all of them and thanks for all of the support we hope to grow and keep making things better better and better any suggestions are welcome

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri....July 17 Dawn Turlington & Co at 6
Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band

        (first time at the boathouse)
Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sun...Rogers and Neihaus

         long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Update 06/06/2020

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.

The Grafton Ferry just opened at 10am today, 06/06/2020 The river levels have not been kind to us lately but today the river level is down just enough to get open.

The Golden Eagle Ferry, Grafton Ferry, Brussels State Ferry and the Kampsville State Ferry are all open so come aboard for a very beautiful and scenic ride on the river.

Thank You and Take Care,

The Calhoun Ferry Company

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Parrothead SUNSET CRUISE
6:30-8:30pm • July 18 • $29/person
Calling all Jimmy Buffett fans!

•Boat Drinks? Absolutely!
•Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes? No Brainer!!
•On Particular Harbor? Grafton Harbor of Course!!
•Fins? Well They Say Once!!

—Cruise on the Illinois & Mississippi Rivers while sipping on $4.61+tax Harboritas! The crew will be dressed up in our best island attire and you can too!


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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Marina, Boat Service, Fuel

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-14-20

See you on the patio Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!

Thu...BBQ 11am-9pm

Fri.... Drink Specials 5pm-9pm

Sat... Live Music 6:30pm ..Featuring Kevin Gruen

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9, M-Th....10-10, Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

With over 50 years in the same location, St. Charles Boat & Motor has worked to perfect our services to stand out above the rest in the Greater St. Louis area. We hold up to the highest expectation of customer service and we pride ourselves in the fact that we have a variety of services to suit everyone's boating needs!

We offer full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom & stringer rebuilds, service on product up to 20 years old (from current year), new & used parts department, along with many other top of the line services.

We continue to display our Yamaha Sport Boat, Crest Pontoons and Used & Brokerage Boats, as well as our outstanding selection of parts and accessories in the showroom.

We have EVERYTHING you need to be your local One-Stop-Shop!

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

12 July 2020

Clarksville Boat Club members TRM is sponsoring an on water poker run on august 29. We want one of the stops to be the bar just north of the dam. Would the club members want to ‘man’ that stop? Make it a party along the way for the participants AND your group? You could even do your own lil fundraiser maybe?!!! Mike D Smith, Rob Starman, Vickie Cannon Lindsay
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

click here

 

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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

THURSDAY

 16 JULY 2020

 

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

 

The Picture of the Day..... was sent to us by Dorothy Miller who hails out of Portage des Sioux, Mo.

 

Monday morning sunrise over Grafton! Had to catch a picture and share. Usually I'm more about the sunsets!

Dorothy Miller

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

New Club House Update

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

A view of the new building

 looking across the harbor from the Point

 

A view of the club looking towards the river

 

A view of the riverside of the new club

 

click pic to enlarge

 

Capt'n Brad Maher's

Dam Update

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Pictures of the Day..... were sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher.....

 

 

RiverBill,

Gates are down at Melvin Price but lower end of pool is still low. There is no normal pool anymore.

 

Also a barge and assist boat below MP on Wednesday.


Brad Maher
Alton Motorboat Club

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

Fri...July 17 Dawn Turlington and Co at 6

Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band (first time at the boathouse)

Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sun...Rogers and Neihaus long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

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Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

A RiverBills Sticker Sighting on this Day in 2018

 

 

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2018 ...... was sent to us by Capt'n Tim Brueggeman

 

It's Gina Moore

of Grafton Marina

at the 2018

RiverBills.com Rocking the Grafton Riverfront

Alton Marina

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Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

This Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
This Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 15, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made..

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

River Gear For Sale............

 

 

Click here  to buy your River T-shirts and Accessories on-line..

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 Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

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Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

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 6,629 members as of 07-16-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

Meramec River Near Sullivan, Missouri

9 Year Old Recovering After Raft Struck By Boat........

 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is calling on boaters and floaters along the Meramec River to be careful and remain alert after a serious accident that left four boys injured after a boat struck their canoe near Sullivan on Sunday.

 

Sarah Dull states that she and her husband were excited about their first family float trip.  The family of five was floating on a raft along the Meramec River when a boat struck them head-on.  Dull's husband and two sons were ejected into the river.  Her eldest son suffered minor back injuries, howeverm her 9 year old son was seriously injured and air lifted to a hospital with serious injuries.

 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol charged 25 year old Codey McNamee, the boat driver, with Boating While Intoxicated.  According to MSHP Corporal Juston Wheetlery, McNamee was traveling at an excessive rate of speed and was not at the boat's helm at the time of the collision........

 

Click here to read this news report from kmov.com.  With Video.

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

Boating Safety Equipment

Sea Tow Foundation Launches Flare Disposal Program........

 

There have always been questions about what to do about the disposal of expired signal flares.  There are no state or federal agencies tasked with dealing with expired flares, so most would drop them off with the local fire department to deal with.

 

Now, the non-profit Sea Tow Foundation is hoping to change all that with the introduction of a flare disposal program.  The foundation was recently awarded a grant from the U.S. Coast Guard Sport Fish Restoration & Boating Trust Fund to kick off a pilot program for the proper disposal of flares.

 

The USCG requires all boaters in coastal waters, the Great Lakes and waters that are adjacent are required to be equipped with flares.  Coast Guard requirements state that flares expire 42 months after the date of manufacture........

 

Click here to read more 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

 

 

Riviera Too

Pregame Patio Lineup !

 

Click here and check out Riviera Too

 

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

Lake Of The Ozarks

Officials Investigate Boat Run Aground........

 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating the discovery of an unoccupied boat that was discovered run aground near the Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge.  The vessel was traveling westbound on the main channel when the grounding occurred..

 

The MSHP reports that the boat was discovered Tuesday evening at around 10:30 pm at the 15.9 Mile Marker.  The vessel had apparently been abandoned after running aground.  It had traveled about 15 feet up the shoreline........

 

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

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Boating Legislation

Outdoor Recreation Companies Call On House To Pass The Great American Outdoors Act........

 

Better than 100 outdoor recreation companies are lobbying the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Great American Outdoors Act, which is legislation that was approved by the U.S. Senate last month.

 

A coalition including companies from all parts of the marine industry signed a letter addressed to house leadership, including BoatUS, Bass Pro Shops, Brunswick Corp, Correct Craft, Formula, Malibu Boats, Inc. Marine Products Corp. Maverick Boat Group, Polaris, Volvo Penta of the Americas and Yamaha.

 

The letter states in part that as recreation business leaders, they know that investments in recreational access and infrastructure are crucial to the outdoor recreation industry, as well as economies across the nation........

 

Click here to read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com.  With Photo.

 

River History....

 July 16, 1993 in River History

Flood of 1993
On Tuesday, July 16, 1993, the West Quincy Levee broke, allowing flood waters to inundate the Fabius Drainage District.  Several barges were pulled through the hole in the levee, one sank, and another collided with a gas station, causing an oil slick and a fire.  The levee breach was a shock, as the Mississippi River had crested in the region three days prior, and was on the way down.  Jimmy Scott had been arrested, and later convicted of moving sandbags, and causing the levee breach.  He is serving a life sentence........

 

Boat Show News

Tampa Boat Show Cancelled........

 

The National Marine Manufacturers Association has announced that they are canceling this year's Progressive Insurance Tampa Boat Show, which was scheduled for September 11 - 13, 2020 at the Tampa Convention Center, due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

 

Jennifer Thompson, Senior Vice President of NMMA Boat and Sports Shows says that they had been hoping that the show would go on amid the evolving COVID situation, however, the cancellation is the wisest choice for the health and safety of all involved.

 

THompson adds that they are looking forward, and are excited to bring the Tampa Boat Show back next year, which is currently scheduled for September 10 - 12, 2021 at the Tampa Convention Center........

 

Click here to read this news article from boatingindustry.com.  With Photo.

 

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e-mail your info along with 6 pictures (max) to riverbill@prodigy.net.

 

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Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

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Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-10-20

Well it's about that time...
The 3rd Chute shuttle bus is about ready to start rocking and rolling!! We're going to run in a couple times this weekend just testing her out.
Hopefully next weekend we can have her ready to go every Saturday and Sunday. You will be able to catch it starting in Alton at 1pm.
We will run it all day leaving Alton on the odd hour and leaving Grafton on the even hour.

 

Just a short walk from Grafton Harbor


Breakfast available every Saturday and Sunday morning from 8am till 12pm

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri....July 17 Dawn Turlington & Co at 6
Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band

        (first time at the boathouse)
Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sun...Rogers and Neihaus

         long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Update 06/06/2020

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.

The Grafton Ferry just opened at 10am today, 06/06/2020 The river levels have not been kind to us lately but today the river level is down just enough to get open.

The Golden Eagle Ferry, Grafton Ferry, Brussels State Ferry and the Kampsville State Ferry are all open so come aboard for a very beautiful and scenic ride on the river.

Thank You and Take Care,

The Calhoun Ferry Company

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Parrothead SUNSET CRUISE
6:30-8:30pm • July 18 • $29/person
Calling all Jimmy Buffett fans!

•Boat Drinks? Absolutely!
•Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes? No Brainer!!
•On Particular Harbor? Grafton Harbor of Course!!
•Fins? Well They Say Once!!

—Cruise on the Illinois & Mississippi Rivers while sipping on $4.61+tax Harboritas! The crew will be dressed up in our best island attire and you can too!


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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Marina, Boat Service, Fuel

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Sat...The skylark Brothers...3-7pm
Sun...Jonathan Baker Duo...3-7pm

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-14-20

See you on the patio Thursday, Friday and Saturday!!!

Thu...BBQ 11am-9pm

Fri.... Drink Specials 5pm-9pm

Sat... Live Music 6:30pm ..Featuring Kevin Gruen

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9, M-Th....10-10, Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

7-10-20

FISH AND PLAY: Boating magazine's Randy Vance takes a deep dive into the Yamaha 195 FSH center console boat. Learn more about Yamaha's expanding FSH line at https://yamahaboats.com/center-console.

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

12 July 2020

Clarksville Boat Club members TRM is sponsoring an on water poker run on august 29. We want one of the stops to be the bar just north of the dam. Would the club members want to ‘man’ that stop? Make it a party along the way for the participants AND your group? You could even do your own lil fundraiser maybe?!!! Mike D Smith, Rob Starman, Vickie Cannon Lindsay
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

click here

 

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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

WEDNESDAY

 15 JULY 2020

 

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

Illinois River

Marseilles Lock

 

Photo courtesy US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District

 

The Picture of the Day..... is from the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District

14 July 2020

 

The 2020 Illinois Waterway Consolidated Lock Closure rolls on as Marseilles Lock in Marseilles, Illinois, was dewatered over the weekend. Once the chamber was pumped down, equipment staging began for the upper miter gate replacement that will take place at the site.

 

Reprinted from the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District Facebook... click here

 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Marseilles, IL

Google Maps

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

Fri...July 17 Dawn Turlington and Co at 6

Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band (first time at the boathouse)

Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sun...Rogers and Neihaus long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

https://www.restaurantlogin.com/api/fb/z0q_xp


Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

The ARRR Bar opens Sat, May 30 at noon !

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

click pic to enlarge

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2018 ......

 

An early morning shot of the Grafton Lighthouse

 

Alton Marina

Click here for Facebook         Click here for website

 

Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

www.RiverBills.com

Featured Classifieds

More Boats on RiverBills.com "All Classifieds Page"

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 08, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 15, 2020 and continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 236.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
On July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 236.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 223.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 12, 2020 and continuing until continuing until approximately July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 223.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will
be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 221.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 12, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 221.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16.
Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

MILE 1.5 - FIREWORKS DISPLAY/SAFETY ZONE/RIVER CLOSURE
On July 2, 2020, from 9:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., the City of Grafton fireworks display will be held in the vicinity of Miles 1.5. The COTP Upper Mississippi River has closed the river for this event.

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

River Gear For Sale............

 

 

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Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

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 6,630 members as of 07-14-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

Mississippi River Cruising

American Cruise Line Intends To Return In August.........

 

American Cruise Lines recently announced that they intend to resume cruising along the Upper Mississippi River on August 20th.  The company also announced that they will be limiting excursions to 75 percent capacity and medical professionals will be aboard each vessel.

 

At this time American Cruise Lines is planning on offering 10 Upper Mississippi River cruises from August through October.  The first will be aboard the America, which is slated to depart from the Riverbend on August 20 for an eight day cruise to St. Paul.

 

Six of the cruises will be on the America, three will be aboard the American Harmony and there will be one cruise aboard the Queen of the Mississippi boat.  All of the excursions will be eight days trips between St. Louis and St. Paul........

 

Click here to read this news story from thetelegraph.com.  With Photo

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Corps:  Drownings Increased During June........

 

On Monday, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials announced that over 30 people lost their lives to drownings on lakes and river projects managed by the Corps.

 

The June stats are a 47 percent increase in drownings over June of last year.  The vast majority of the drowning victims were adult males between 18 and 85 years of age and were not wearing a life jacket at the time of the incidents.

 

Pam Dory, USACE National Water Safety Program Manager says that since many beaches and community pools closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are wading, swimming, floating and playing in open water areas not designated for swimming........

 

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

 

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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

 

 

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois

Alton's Pedestrian Bridge Should Reopen Soon........

 

Officials say that Alton's pedestrian Bridge over Landmarks Boulevard should be reopening within a month or so, weather permitting.  The bridge had been closed approximately a month ago after routine inspections uncovered concerns that prompted the current closure and scheduled repairs.

 

According to Alton Public Works Director Bob Barnhart, they caught the problems before they became critical.  The inspection found that some handrails and a post had shifted, and the concrete had broken away at the base. 

 

Barnhart says that they wanted to make sure to close the bridge for repair work before the loose concrete ended up somewhere it shouldn't, such as Landmarks Boulevard below.........

 

Click here to read this news tidbit from riverbender.com.  With Photo and Audio.

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Famous Lakes

"Dirty Dancing" Lake Filling Up Again........

 

Back in 2008, Mountain Lake, made famous in the film, "Dirty Dancing" dried up and stayed that way for better than a decade.  This summer, however, the lake is filling up again.

 

Mountain Lake is considered to be a mecca for the hardcore Dirty Dancing fan that traveled to the Pembroke, Virginia to see the landmnarks featured in the movie. 

 

The lake where the famous lift scene was practiced is not what it used to be.  In 1999, the water level first dropped, but it came back in 2003.  The lake level dropped once again, and by 2008, it was completely dry.......

 

Click here to read this news story from fox2now.com.  With Photo.

 

River History....

 

 

July 15, 1815 in River History
War of 812


Portage Des Sioux Blockhoue and Fort Lookout (Mo)


On April 8, 1813, General Daniel Bissell of Fort Bellefontaine and territorial governor Benjamin Howard chose Portage de Sioux, Missouri to build a military post. Captain Desha with a subaltern and fifty-one men were instructed to build a blockhouse at Portage de Sioux. To protect the builders, a large fortified gunboat was left in the river near the blockhouse. To further watch and protect St. Louis, it was decided to place a battery of artillery on a island in the middle of the river just south of the village of Portage de Sioux. This battery was called Fort Lookout.
On July 15, 1815, a treaty was signed with the Indians near the blockhouse thus more or less ending the Indian attacks on the settlements.
 

Marine Jobs

Surroundings Trade Only....

 

A few of the jobs listed this week include:

~ Service Manager-Oyster Harbors Marine
~ Lamination Manager – Sea Born, Sundance, Spyder
~ Marine Carpenter (Foreman)- Atlantic Yacht Basin

 

Check out the marine jobs on the Trade Only Job Board... click here

 

St. Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers

Life Jackets........

 

Reprinted from St Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook... click here

 

News Release From BoatUS


 

This Summer, EPA Isn’t Making It Any Easier for Boaters To Choose the Right Fuel for Their Boats
Harris Poll: Only 22% of consumers know that ‘regular 88’ fuel has more engine-harming ethanol than 87 octane fuel
 

SPRINGFIELD, Va., July 14, 2020 – With summer boating season in full swing, it’s now common to see recreational boats being filled up at gas stations across the country. However, making sure the right fuel gets in the boat’s tank isn’t always assured: 54% of consumers in a recent Harris Poll believed that the small orange E15 fuel warning label on a gas station pump isn’t good enough to protect consumers. Poll respondents believe the label, about the size of a pack of gum, needs to be larger, clearer and mandatory on all gas station fuel-dispensing pumps. E15 (fuel containing 15% ethanol) is prohibited by federal law for use in recreational boat engines and voids many marine engine warranties.

“It’s clear that the Environmental Protection Agency has not done enough to protect boat owners and a range of consumers,” said Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) Manager of Government Affairs David Kennedy. “Some fuels are being marketed and sold to consumers as low-cost alternatives but without having the necessary clear warnings on the pump that highlight increased ethanol content. ‘Regular 88’ fuel, typically the cheapest choice at the pump, contains 15% ethanol (E15), enough to harm a vessel’s motor and void the engine manufacturer’s warranty. Only 22% of consumers in the Harris Poll correctly identified the fuel as E15.”

“We are cautioning our members this summer that they may find badly labeled fuel choices at the pump and inadequate education around ethanol-blended fuels that were never intended for recreational vessels,” Kennedy added. Boaters have no love for ethanol in their gas due to the proven damage it causes to boat engines and fuel systems.

BoatUS, along with additional stakeholders, is asking why, after consistent urging, EPA has not done a better job warning boaters, those with gasoline-powered equipment, and vehicle owners not warrantied for fuels above E10 to stay away from this new generation of higher ethanol fuels intended to increase America’s consumption of government-subsidized corn-based ethanol.

In comments filed June 29 by BoatUS and its partners on EPA’s proposed Fuels Regulatory Streamlining rulemaking provisions on mitigating misfueling with 10.5% to 15% ethanol (E15) fuels, the group of consumer and industry associations said, “As EPA has worked to broaden the availability of E15 in the U.S., including most recently in last year’s repeal of seasonal restrictions on the sale of higher-blend ethanol fuels, our organizations have consistently urged EPA to implement a more effective Misfueling Mitigation Program. … The misfueling of marine engines and vessels, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, and outdoor power equipment places significant burdens on both the American consumer and product manufacturers. Risks outlined for consumers include potential product damage and/or compromised performance, economic loss and potentially unsafe products.”

The partners urge public education efforts; improvement to the ethanol content warning label type, size and pump location; evaluating the adoption of different fuel pump nozzle sizes; ceasing misleading marketing of ethanol fuels; evaluating the use of physical barriers and keypad systems; and offering a dedicated pump for E0 (0% ethanol) fuel.


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This press release reprinted by permission of Scott Croft of BoatUS...click here

 

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What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-10-20

Well it's about that time...
The 3rd Chute shuttle bus is about ready to start rocking and rolling!! We're going to run in a couple times this weekend just testing her out.
Hopefully next weekend we can have her ready to go every Saturday and Sunday. You will be able to catch it starting in Alton at 1pm.
We will run it all day leaving Alton on the odd hour and leaving Grafton on the even hour.

 

Just a short walk from Grafton Harbor


Breakfast available every Saturday and Sunday morning from 8am till 12pm

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri....July 17 Dawn Turlington & Co at 6
Sat...afternoon the OG’s Band

        (first time at the boathouse)
Sat...Plastic Kings !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sun...Rogers and Neihaus

         long awaited return!

 

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Update 06/06/2020

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.

The Grafton Ferry just opened at 10am today, 06/06/2020 The river levels have not been kind to us lately but today the river level is down just enough to get open.

The Golden Eagle Ferry, Grafton Ferry, Brussels State Ferry and the Kampsville State Ferry are all open so come aboard for a very beautiful and scenic ride on the river.

Thank You and Take Care,

The Calhoun Ferry Company

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Parrothead SUNSET CRUISE
6:30-8:30pm • July 18 • $29/person
Calling all Jimmy Buffett fans!

•Boat Drinks? Absolutely!
•Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes? No Brainer!!
•On Particular Harbor? Grafton Harbor of Course!!
•Fins? Well They Say Once!!

—Cruise on the Illinois & Mississippi Rivers while sipping on $4.61+tax Harboritas! The crew will be dressed up in our best island attire and you can too!


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for July 15 thru July 27 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

Saturday July 18... Shrimp Festival

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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LAST CHANCE

40% OFF SLIPS AND RACKS
http://lakecentermarina.com/new-members

 

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

 

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-10-20

Patio is Open Today

4 - 9pm

$12 Bucket Specials

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9

M-Th....10-10

Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

7-10-20

FISH AND PLAY: Boating magazine's Randy Vance takes a deep dive into the Yamaha 195 FSH center console boat. Learn more about Yamaha's expanding FSH line at https://yamahaboats.com/center-console.

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

12 July 2020

Clarksville Boat Club members TRM is sponsoring an on water poker run on august 29. We want one of the stops to be the bar just north of the dam. Would the club members want to ‘man’ that stop? Make it a party along the way for the participants AND your group? You could even do your own lil fundraiser maybe?!!! Mike D Smith, Rob Starman, Vickie Cannon Lindsay
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

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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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

TUESDAY

 14 JULY 2020

 

National Nude Day

National Shark Awareness Day

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

RiverBills Sticker Sighting

 

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Good'ol Mississippi

 

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Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

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Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

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Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

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Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

The ARRR Bar opens Sat, May 30 at noon !

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

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 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2005 ......... was a sunset behind Two Branch Island taken by Captain Darryll Weil

Alton Marina

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Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

 

More Music on Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 08, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 15, 2020 and continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 236.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
On July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 236.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 223.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 12, 2020 and continuing until continuing until approximately July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 223.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will
be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 221.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 12, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 221.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16.
Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

MILE 1.5 - FIREWORKS DISPLAY/SAFETY ZONE/RIVER CLOSURE
On July 2, 2020, from 9:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., the City of Grafton fireworks display will be held in the vicinity of Miles 1.5. The COTP Upper Mississippi River has closed the river for this event.

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 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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Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

RiverBills Facebook

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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 6,601 members as of 07-14-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

Cumberland River At Grand Rivers, Kentucky

Cleanup Begins Following Weekend Marina Fire........

 

On Monday, the cleanup started following a massive fire on Pier 11 of the Green Turtle Bay Resort that occurred during the early hours of Sunday morning.  According to witnesses the damages could have been much worse if not for the efforts of fellow boaters and fire fighters.

 

Cassie Miller reports that the owner of an adjacent boat tried extinguish the fire, but ended up having to cut the burning houseboat loose as the blaze grew too hot and spread too fast.  Unfortunately, the wind pushed the boat back into the dock.

 

Of the nine boats destroyed by the fire, only one was still visible on Monday.  Green Turtle Bay Resort says that the sunken boats will be removed from the marina sometime this week.  The cause of the blaze is still under investigation........

 

Click here to read this news article from kfvs12.com.  With Video

 

Green Turtle bay Resort & Marina... click here

 

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 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

File photo of Dredge Potter

 

Dredge Potter

Working Pool 26 of the Mississippi River....

 

MILE 236.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
On July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 236.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 15, 2020 and continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

 

Reprinted from United States Coast Guard

Local Notice to Mariners

 

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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

 

 

 

Froge's Bar and Grill

Near the Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo........

 

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

Reprinted from Froge's Bar & Grill Facebook.... click here

 

Cumberland River At Grand Rivers, Kentucky

NASA's Pegasus Barge Locked Through........

 

On Monday, July 13, NASA's Pegasus barge locked through Kentucky lock.  The Pegasus barge is being used to transport components of the new Space Launch System rocket.

 

NASA has used barges for decades.  The Pegasus was specifically designed and constructed to transport the large space shuttle external tanks from the Louisiana coast to NASA's Kennedy Space Center along the eastern coast of Florida.

 

NASA reports that the Pegasus carried the SLS from the facility in New Orleans to other NASA centers for testing and launches.  THe SLS will be the most powerful rocket ever developed for deep space missions........

 

Click here to read this news story from kfvs12.com.  With Photos.

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Boating Safety

IDNR:  Have Fun On The Water, But Be Responsible........

 

Following a long winter and the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak shutting down many choices for summer fun, many Illinoisans have turned to the water for recreation.

 

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources reports that they are seeing an increase in traffic along the state's waterways.  As a result, the IDNR has issued a reminder to boaters that if they enjoy alcohol on the water, make sure to do it responsibly.

 

According to Nick Reid, an Illinois Conservation Police Officer, it is legal to have open alcohol on a boat and for the operator to drink it.  It is still illegal, however, for the boat operator to be impaired or intoxicated, so their message is this:  Have fun, but do it responsibly........

 

Click here to read this news article from riverbender.com.  With Photo

 

River History....

 

 

 

July 14, 2019 in River History


Salvage operations were underway on the Illinois River at hardin, IL to salvage three tugboats that sank on July 6, 2019
 

Mark Twain Lake

An Increase In Visitors ........

 

So far this summer, fishing and outdoors activities at Mark Twain Lake have been going strong amid the COVID-19 pandemic which has limited outdoor entertainment options.

 

Kurt Meyer, owner of Cannon Dam General Store & Cabins says that fishing, camping and boating have been very strong and that people seem to be turning to outdoor activities because a lot of indoor activities have been cancelled.

 

The boat ramps at Mark Twain Lake opened up in early May, and the lake has seen an increase in visitors fishing ever since.  Suzanne Quigley, operations manager of Indian Creek Marina says that weekday traffic has increased, and there have been plenty of people out on the weekends........

 

Click here to read this news report from hannibal.net.  With Photo.

 

Meramec River In Franklin County, Missouri

4 Boys Injured After Boat Struck Their Canoe........

 

Officials report that four boys were injured after a boat struck their canoe on the Meramec River near Sullivan, Missouri.  The incident occurred downstream of the Miramigoua boat ramp.  The boys, aged 7 - 12 sustained injuries ranging from minor to serious. a 9 year old was airlifted to a hospital for treatment.   

 

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 25 year old man left his boat's helm unattended as he walked to the rear of the boat.  The boat hit the canoe with the 4 boys aboard as well as a man on a separate raft........

 

Click here to read this news tidbit from kmov.com.

 

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What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-10-20

Well it's about that time...
The 3rd Chute shuttle bus is about ready to start rocking and rolling!! We're going to run in a couple times this weekend just testing her out.
Hopefully next weekend we can have her ready to go every Saturday and Sunday. You will be able to catch it starting in Alton at 1pm.
We will run it all day leaving Alton on the odd hour and leaving Grafton on the even hour.

 

Just a short walk from Grafton Harbor


Breakfast available every Saturday and Sunday morning from 8am till 12pm

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri.. A.L.I on the Tiki at 7

classic rock KSHE style!

 

THIS SUNDAY (July 12) AT 3 PM
Ticket To The Beatles

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

05-26-20

The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with regular operating hours. Starting this Friday, May 29th we will be back open for the late night hours on Friday and Saturdays. Hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday 5am - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 5am-2am and Sunday 8am-9pm.

We will also be opening the Grafton Ferry on Friday with the hours of Friday& Saturday 10am-10pm and Sunday 8am-8pm.

Thank You,
The Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

07-13-20

We will now have kitchen open until 10pm on Sundays until Further notice

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Wine on the Water
6:30-8:30pm • July 11 • $29/person

Whether you are looking for a romantic night with your sweetie or a night out with your friends, Wine on the Water is the perfect cruise for those wishing to sample our Grafton Harbor Wines while enjoying a beautiful sunset cruise! (6 one ounce pours are factored into the price of your cruise) Pirate’s Booty, LPR, Naughty Wench, Pirate’s Love Potion, Spirits of Grafton’s Past and Tipsy Mermaid will be offered at $5.53/glass or $11.90+tax/bottle)


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for June 30 thru July 13 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

07-03-2020

Effective tomorrow July 4th we will be temporarily suspending breakfast. We hope to be offering breakfast in the very near future. If you are in Grafton and looking for breakfast try Abigails at the Ruebel Hotel. Thanks.

 

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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LAST CHANCE

40% OFF SLIPS AND RACKS
http://lakecentermarina.com/new-members

 

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Longshot Marina Summer Bike Rally
Cole Freeman American Daredevil Stunt shows @2, 4, 6pm

Sat... July 11... Bitter Pill... 2-6pm
Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

 

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 

05-30-20

PCH Fuel Dock Is Open!
  Gas 2.10 per gallon
  Diesel 2.10 per gallon


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-10-20

Patio is Open Today

4 - 9pm

$12 Bucket Specials

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9

M-Th....10-10

Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

7-10-20

FISH AND PLAY: Boating magazine's Randy Vance takes a deep dive into the Yamaha 195 FSH center console boat. Learn more about Yamaha's expanding FSH line at https://yamahaboats.com/center-console.

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

6 July 2020

WINNER, WINNER!! Congratulations to Gary Orf and Heather Morrison-Orf , winners of the Lighted Boat Parade! (Due to technological issues, Holly Turner Leverenz and Danny Leverenz were awarded the “super boater award” too). Thanks to everyone for their efforts...what a fun weekend
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

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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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

MONDAY

 13 JULY 2020

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

 

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The Picture of the Day.....  were sent to us by Kimberly Mueller

 

 

Enjoying the River when the water is low...

 

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

https://www.restaurantlogin.com/api/fb/z0q_xp


Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

Grafton Harbor is Open !

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

The ARRR Bar opens Sat, May 30 at noon !

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

Recycled Mississippi

 

 

 

 

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YesterYears Pictures on this Day in 2016 ...... were sent to us by Capt'n Tim Crawford

 

 

Bill,


Tuesday at Alton Marina Capt. Sebastian Engelhart gave Lori and Lisa a tour of Recycled Mississippi.


Capt. Tim Crawford

 

Alton Marina

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Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

 

More Music on Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 08, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 15, 2020 and continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 236.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
On July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 236.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 223.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 12, 2020 and continuing until continuing until approximately July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 223.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will
be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 221.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 12, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 221.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16.
Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

MILE 1.5 - FIREWORKS DISPLAY/SAFETY ZONE/RIVER CLOSURE
On July 2, 2020, from 9:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., the City of Grafton fireworks display will be held in the vicinity of Miles 1.5. The COTP Upper Mississippi River has closed the river for this event.

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

River Gear For Sale............

 

 

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Upcoming Events

JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
AUG 8 Sonic Tonic Band
AUG 9 Simple Therapy Band

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

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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 6,584 members as of 07-13-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

Mississippi River Near St. Charles, Missouri

Responders Search For Missing Man In The Main Channel........

 

Early Sunday afternoon, a 49 year old man and his girlfriend took their pontoon boat out for a cruise along the Mississippi River.  A short time later, the man reportedly decided to anchor out about a mile south of Two Branch Marina so he could jump in the river and use the bathroom.

 

The man's girlfriend reports that shortly after entering the water, the man began calling for help and was having a difficult time staying afloat.  Once the man was completely submerged, she began to flag down other boats for help.  The man has not been seen since.

 

At around 3:00 pm, the St. Charles Central County Fire & Rescue Department arrived on scene.  The Missouri State Highway Patrol, the St. Charles City Fire Department, the Illinois Conservation Department and the Orchard Farm Fire Protection District all joined in on the search........

 

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

 

click pic to enlarge

 

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

 

 

Cumberland River at Grand Rivers, Kentucky

Green Turtle Bay Marina Destroyed By Fire........

 

At around 3 am Sunday morning, a fire broke out on Pier 11 at the Green Turtle Bay Marina and Resort.  The fire was proceeded by an electrical storm which happened around 2:30 am.

 

By 3:30 am, Firefighters from Livingston and Marshall Counties had responded and were battling the flames using fore boats as well as land-based firefighting equipment.

 

The entire pier and several of the boats located along the dock were destroyed by the fire.  The fire was initially reported to marina management by a boater on an adjacent dock........

 

Click here to read this news report from kfvs12.com.  With Photos and Video.

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

Mississippi River Cruising

Viking Has Announced Additional Bookings For 2023........

 

Viking River Cruises recently announced that they were booking Mississippi River cruises for the 2023 season.  The company's first riverboat, the Viking Mississippi will have her maiden voyage in August 2022, and will cruise the Upper and Lower Mississippi River between New Orleans and St. Paul.

 

Viking stated that several cruises have sold out for the 2022 season, and that the strong demand was a major factor in deciding to begin selling 2023 sailing dates sooner rather than later.

 

Torstein Hagen, chairman of Viking, says that they are pleased with the initial response and support from guests as well as from community partners along the Mississippi River.  He adds that they are looking forward to bringing moder river cruising to the Mississippi River in 2022........

 

Click here to read this news article from waterwaysjournal.net.

 

River History....

 

 

July 13, 2019 I River History
 

Mel's River Dock Restaurant on the Illinois River at Hardin, IL reopened it's doors after the flood of 2019.
They had been closed since May 31, 2019
 

Boat Manufacturer

Groupe Beneteau Paring Down Their Offerings........

 

On Thursday, Groupe Beneteau revealed their modified five year strategy with the announcement that they will be moving from 12 strategic brands to eight, including Beneteau, Jeanneau, Prestige, Lagoon, Four Winns, Wellcraft, Delphia and Excess.

 

Groupe Beneteau CEO Jerome de Metz says that the remaining four brands will have the chance to continue their stories via new partnerships or joint ventures currently under discussion.  Glastron and Scarab are among the four brands that Groupe will not be focusing on moving forward.

 

The company's new plan, called Lets Go Beyond, is based on three pillars:

○  Groupe Beneteau will build its strategy around the eight brands but will cover the same number of market segments with reduced investments.
○  It seeks to make plants more efficient to accelerate development times.
○  The company will seek more streamlined managerial organization structured around global core functions........

 

Click here to read more from tradeonlytoday.com.  With Photo.

 

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Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

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 to the

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Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-10-20

Well it's about that time...
The 3rd Chute shuttle bus is about ready to start rocking and rolling!! We're going to run in a couple times this weekend just testing her out.
Hopefully next weekend we can have her ready to go every Saturday and Sunday. You will be able to catch it starting in Alton at 1pm.
We will run it all day leaving Alton on the odd hour and leaving Grafton on the even hour.

 

Just a short walk from Grafton Harbor


Breakfast available every Saturday and Sunday morning from 8am till 12pm

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri.. A.L.I on the Tiki at 7

classic rock KSHE style!

 

THIS SUNDAY (July 12) AT 3 PM
Ticket To The Beatles

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

05-26-20

The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with regular operating hours. Starting this Friday, May 29th we will be back open for the late night hours on Friday and Saturdays. Hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday 5am - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 5am-2am and Sunday 8am-9pm.

We will also be opening the Grafton Ferry on Friday with the hours of Friday& Saturday 10am-10pm and Sunday 8am-8pm.

Thank You,
The Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Wine on the Water
6:30-8:30pm • July 11 • $29/person

Whether you are looking for a romantic night with your sweetie or a night out with your friends, Wine on the Water is the perfect cruise for those wishing to sample our Grafton Harbor Wines while enjoying a beautiful sunset cruise! (6 one ounce pours are factored into the price of your cruise) Pirate’s Booty, LPR, Naughty Wench, Pirate’s Love Potion, Spirits of Grafton’s Past and Tipsy Mermaid will be offered at $5.53/glass or $11.90+tax/bottle)


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for June 30 thru July 13 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

07-03-2020

Effective tomorrow July 4th we will be temporarily suspending breakfast. We hope to be offering breakfast in the very near future. If you are in Grafton and looking for breakfast try Abigails at the Ruebel Hotel. Thanks.

 

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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LAST CHANCE

40% OFF SLIPS AND RACKS
http://lakecentermarina.com/new-members

 

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Longshot Marina Summer Bike Rally
Cole Freeman American Daredevil Stunt shows @2, 4, 6pm

Sat... July 11... Bitter Pill... 2-6pm
Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

 

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 

05-30-20

PCH Fuel Dock Is Open!
  Gas 2.10 per gallon
  Diesel 2.10 per gallon


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-10-20

Patio is Open Today

4 - 9pm

$12 Bucket Specials

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9

M-Th....10-10

Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

7-10-20

FISH AND PLAY: Boating magazine's Randy Vance takes a deep dive into the Yamaha 195 FSH center console boat. Learn more about Yamaha's expanding FSH line at https://yamahaboats.com/center-console.

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

6 July 2020

WINNER, WINNER!! Congratulations to Gary Orf and Heather Morrison-Orf , winners of the Lighted Boat Parade! (Due to technological issues, Holly Turner Leverenz and Danny Leverenz were awarded the “super boater award” too). Thanks to everyone for their efforts...what a fun weekend
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

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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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

 

THE WEEKEND

 SAT, SUN.. 11,12 JULY 2020

 

Over 10.5 Million Boater Visits

Since Sept 12, 2004

To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sun Pic

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day.....  was posted by Marty McKay

 

Headed home on a Saturday evening... Alton, Il

 

 

RiverBill says... What a great shot Marty.

Thanks for allowing us to repost it

 

 

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sun Pic

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day.....  were sent to us by Capt'n Kent Koenmann

 

 

Everybody is boating,

so you should get many of these for Saturday...

Kent K
Sara Smile
YCSTL

 

Posted 07-12-20

 

RiverBills Sticker Sighting

 

 Click pic to enlarge

 

A RiverBills Sticker Sighting.....  was posted on RiverBills Boaters Group By Chris Jackson with the following caption.....

 

 

River rat son !!!

 

RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page

Click here and check it out...

Thursday Night

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sat Pic

 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Pictures of the Day.....  were sent to us by Capt'n Todd Sutherland

 

Hi Bill,

 

Here’s a couple picture from last night at two branch. Good times!

Todd Sutherland

 

Friday Night

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

at Grafton, IL

Sat Pic

 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day.....  was sent to us by Capt'n Capt'n Carl Tiemann

 

 

Corp of Engineers

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sat Pic

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day.....  was sent to us by Capt'n Larry Hellrung who hails out of Grafton Harbor in the boat .... "Liberty"

 

Looks like the Corp has a new job

of fogging for mosquitoes.
 

Larry

 

Winfield Dam

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sat Pic

 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Pictures of the Day.....  were sent to us by Capt'n Rick Skiles

 

Hey Bill,

 

Looks like the gates are finally going to be closing. Although not closed yet, current seems slower & water is getting some color to it (white bass). Beautiful day, humidity lower.

 

Hope to see ya on the river,

Rick

 

RiverBill says.... Thanks for the update Rick !

 

Friday Sunset

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Sat Pic

 

click pic to enlarge

 

The Picture of the Day.....  was sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher Who hails out of the Alton Motor Boat Club on Piasa Creek of the Mississippi River

 

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

Friday

A.L.I on the Tiki at 7

Classic rock KSHE style!

 

Saturday

Dawnturlington and Company at 2

Lone Rangers at 7

 

SUNDAY
Ticket To The Beatles at 3PM

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Are Open

 

You Can Now Order Your Favorite Food and Drinks Through Our Online Ordering.

https://www.restaurantlogin.com/api/fb/z0q_xp


Website.. N/A        Facebook.. click here        Events.. click here

Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300      Boathouse Office:636.250.3800

Grafton Harbor is Open !

click here for Facebook          click here for website

 

Grafton Harbor.... 618-786-PORT (7678)

The ARRR Bar opens Sat, May 30 at noon !

 

First Mate is a boat brokerage located on the beautiful upper Mississippi.

We sell boats and will find you the perfect boat!

 

 Click here for Facebook    Click here for Website    Browse Our Boats

 Yesteryear's Picture on this Day

 

A 2019 Boathouse Sunset

Pool 26 0f the Mississippi River

click pic to enlarge

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YesterYears Picture on this Day in 2019.... was sent to use by Toni Luttrell of the Boathouse Food and Deck

 

Alton Marina

Click here for Facebook         Click here for website

 

Alton Marina.... 618-462-9860

 

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Open Tue - Thurs 11am-9pm and Fri & Sat 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

 Come enjoy your favorite dish as well as the beautiful view of the river from the decks of our floating restaurant. Both upstairs and downstairs outdoor decks will be open for dining.

 

 

Menu..  click here  

Website.. click here   Facebook.. click here

 

River News !  

 

 

Added Sunday

Mel's Illinois RiverDock Restaurant

Illinois River at Harden, IL .......

 

Reprinted from Mel's Illinois Riverdock Restaurant Facebook... click here

Added Sunday

Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum

Cleaning the Ramp

Missouri River at St. Charles ......

 

Reprinted from Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum Facebook.. click here

 

Added Sunday

Boat Retailer

MarineMax Has Entered The Insurance Business.........

 

MarineMax, Inc. recently announced that they had acquired the specialty yacht insurance company, Private Insurance Services, which is an affiliate and part of the recent acquisition of Northrop & Johnson.

 

Private Insurance Services provides yacht insurance for top yacht management groups, maritime attorneys as well as brokerage houses around the globe.  The acquisition enters MarineMax into the insurance segment of the industry, expands their financial services portfolio and providing full access to yacht, superyacht and boating insurance programs.

 

Bruce McGill, CEO and President of MarineMax says that the acquisition of Private Insurance Services will boost the company's comprehensive approach to customer service while creating a significant growth opportunity as they continue to diversify into higher margin businesses........

 

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

 

 

 

 Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

Xtreme Bar Bingo is a NO COST, NO COVER bingo consisting of 9 games! Winners could win awesome prizes such as: cash prizes, TVs, gift cards, and more! At Xtreme Bar Bingo has a progressive cash Jackpot game that starts out at $500 that increases $250 plus a ball every week until its hit! Since 2018 Xtreme Bar Bingo has given away over $160,000 in cash and prizes! Join us to be our next big winner

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times..click here

 

Some Highlights of This Week's

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

District 8 MRS                                                 UPDATED July 08, 2020

Mississippi River System

 

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

MILE 241.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 15, 2020 and continuing until approximately July 17, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 241.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 236.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
On July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 236.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 223.5 - DREDGE OPERATION
Commencing July 12, 2020 and continuing until continuing until approximately July 14, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 223.5. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will
be transported via pontoon or self-floating pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16. Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 221.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately July 12, 2020, the Dredge POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of Mile 221.0. The floating plant will consist of the Dredge POTTER, tender boats, small boats, barges and pipeline. Dredged material will be transported via pontoon or self-floating
pipeline that may cross the channel, for placement outside of the navigation channel. The Dredge POTTER will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 or 16.
Mariners are urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed to minimize their wake and proceed with caution, after passing arrangements have been made.

MILE 183.2 - BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Merchants Railroad Bridge; Work barges continue excavating around both left and right descending navigation piers and the right descending pier of the center span. Work barges should not encroach more than 50 feet into the navigation channel, at any time. For work barge locations,
mariners are encouraged to contact the onsite work boat M/V KATHERINE OHARA via VHF-FM Channel 6 or 16 or by phone at (217) 248-9077.

 

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

OSAGE RIVER/MISSOURI RIVER/UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER - MARINE EVENT

On July 22, 2020, the Three Rivers Run, a personal watercraft race will be held on the Osage, Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers. The event will start at the Bagnell Dam on the Osage River and will enter the Missouri River thence proceed down bound to the Upper Mississippi River. The race will end in the vicinity of the St. Louis Arch. Mariners are urged to exercise caution in these areas when race participants are present.

 

ILLINOIS RIVER

MILE 271.5 - TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 4, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be closed for maintenance. The L/D will be able to pass traffic from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., each day, with a 70-foot width restriction and no ability to pull unpowered barges.
MILE 244.6 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Marseilles L/D in the vicinity of Mile 244.6, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock
L/D in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for maintenance
MILE 157.7 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 6, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the Peoria L/D in the vicinity of Mile 157.7, will be closed for maintenance.
MILE 80.2 - L/D CLOSURE
Commencing July 1, 2020 and continuing until October 1, 2020, the LaGrange L/D in the vicinity of Mile 80.2, will be closed for maintenance

MILE 1.5 - FIREWORKS DISPLAY/SAFETY ZONE/RIVER CLOSURE
On July 2, 2020, from 9:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., the City of Grafton fireworks display will be held in the vicinity of Miles 1.5. The COTP Upper Mississippi River has closed the river for this event.

 

Click here  for the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report

 on the Navigation Center Website


 No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
 

Click here to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for "all" incident reports    

 

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

 

 

  Website..click here      Facebook Page..click here

 

 Lewis Boat Inventory.. click here

 

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 6,553 members as of 07-11-20....... Click here and check it out. 

 

click pic to enlarge

 

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

 

 

Duck Boat News

As Duck Boats Are Being Auction Off, The End Of An Era Has Arrived........

 

The era of the duck boat ride effectively arrived with the 2018 sinking of a duck boat on Table Rock Lake near Branson, Missouri, which claimed the lives of 17 passengers.  The operation never reopened.

 

The duck boats, (Military Name DUK-W) were amphibious landing vessels developed by the U.S. Army during the latter part of World War II/  Now, they are being auctioned off as ride owners discontinue operations.

 

Including the Branson passengers, there have been 40 people killed aboard duck boats over the past 20 years.  With potential liabilities looming, insurance companies are refusing to renew policies........

 

Click here to read this news report from waterwaysjournal.net.

 

 

Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website

Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook

 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill

Alton to Grafton Shuttle Bus......

 

Reprinted from the 3rd Chute bar & Grill... click here

 

WWW.LONGSHOTMARINA.COM

 

 

Mike's LaRosa Cantina Bar Facebook..click here

 

 

More Music on Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

Summer Bike Rally

Mike's LaRosa Cabana at Longshot Marina

Pool 26 of the Mississipp1 River at Portage des Sioux, Mo......

 

 

 

River History....

 

 

June 11th, 2014 In River History


President Barack Obama signed a bill calling for the closure of St Anthony Falls Lock and Dam located northeast of downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota by June of 2015.
Without the lock system, the falls themselves would be a natural barrier for the invasive silver carp and bighead carp. The falls reach a height of almost 50 feet, too high for most invasive as well as native fishes to travel up.
 

Fast Jax Grocery

New Location... Opening Soon......

 

 

Fast Jax Grocery New Location

Between Wards tools and Brads Scooters !

3317 MO-94, St Charles, MO 63301

 

 

 

Google Maps

Upcoming Event...Saturday... july 25, 2020

Camping Adventure

Hideaway Harbor Park

Pool 26 of the  Mississippi Rivers

 

Reprinted from St. Charles County Parks Facebook.... click here

 

Lower Mississippi River

Corps Calling Off Flood-Fight Operations.

 

The Mississippi River at New Orleans, Louisiana has finally fallen below 11 feet at the Carrolton gauge, which is the trigger point for Phase I flood fight operations along the Lower Mississippi River.  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the end of their flood fight efforts on June 30, 2020.

 

The Corps had started their flood fight efforts on January 9th, 2020, when the River rose above the 11 foot threshold. In total, the Mississippi River at New Orleans has spent 93 days above 15 feet, the trigger point for Phase II Flood Fight Efforts.

 

When the Mississippi River warrants flood fight efforts to begin, crews perform levee inspections and construction limitations are put into place within 1,500 feet of river levees........

 

Click here to read this news story from waterwaysjournal.net.

 

List Your Boat

on RiverBills Classifieds

6 Months for $50.00

From "Now" until "January 2021" 

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

Six months on the Classified Page.  

 

e-mail your info along with 6 pictures (max) to riverbill@prodigy.net.

 

Click here and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page

 

 

OFFERING

THE SWINGING DOCK STEP

 

 

 

Swings out

to bridge the gap between the dock and your boat

for ease of loading and boarding

 

Swings out of the way

 to the

 "Walk Thru"

position on the dock

 

Little Johns Marine Service... click here

Little John's Moptorsports... click here

What's Going On This Week

3rd Chute Bar & Grill
211 W. Main St. Grafton, IL

 

07-10-20

Well it's about that time...
The 3rd Chute shuttle bus is about ready to start rocking and rolling!! We're going to run in a couple times this weekend just testing her out.
Hopefully next weekend we can have her ready to go every Saturday and Sunday. You will be able to catch it starting in Alton at 1pm.
We will run it all day leaving Alton on the odd hour and leaving Grafton on the even hour.

 

Just a short walk from Grafton Harbor


Breakfast available every Saturday and Sunday morning from 8am till 12pm

3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here

Alton Marina

Mississippi River at Alton, IL

 

The Alton Marina is currently open for business but we are limited on our amenities. We are selling fuel and doing pump outs every Thursday to Sunday from the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

We will have take out service in our Deli/Ship's Store starting June 13th. The Deli hours are Friday 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M....Saturday 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M......Sunday 9:00 until 1:00 P.M.

We hope as the next few weeks progress we will be adding more and more of the everyday services we usually offer!

 

Please watch our website as we will post what is new each week.

Please be safe and God Bless All Of Us!!

KAREN AND THE CREW
 

bluff city grill

424 Broadway, Alton, IL

 

Restaurant Week!! July 10-19th
Available for Dine IN, CARRYOUT and Curbside
Outside Dining Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
Wednesday 11-9pm
Thursday 11-9pm...
Friday 11-10pm
Saturday 11-10pm
Sunday 11-9pm

 

Starting June 26th..., We will be open for Indoor Dining, Curbside, Carry Out.... Wed - Sun

 

We will also have Outside Dining on Fri & Sat.. 5-10pm

Closed Mon & Tue through July

 

 

Just a short distance from the Alton Marina

 

Upcoming Events.. click here

The Boathouse

Northshore Marina

 

Fri.. A.L.I on the Tiki at 7

classic rock KSHE style!

 

THIS SUNDAY (July 12) AT 3 PM
Ticket To The Beatles

 

Summer Menu.. click here

 

Open Thur, Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,   Sun...11am-10pm

 

 

Fuel Dock and Ramp Now Open

 

Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300

Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800

Website.... N/A
Email...... Boathouseontheriver@gmail.com
 

Upcoming Events.. click here

Calhoun Ferry Company

05-26-20

The Golden Eagle Ferry is open with regular operating hours. Starting this Friday, May 29th we will be back open for the late night hours on Friday and Saturdays. Hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday 5am - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 5am-2am and Sunday 8am-9pm.

We will also be opening the Grafton Ferry on Friday with the hours of Friday& Saturday 10am-10pm and Sunday 8am-8pm.

Thank You,
The Calhoun Ferry Company

 

Cedar Hill Resort

Mississippi River

1 mile below Winfield Dam

 

Closed and For Sale

Contact Jay at 618 772 5766

 

Con Trios Yacht Club

 

Duck Club Yacht Club

 


July 18, 2020

An Evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn!

 

Come join us for a fun evening with Charles and Nikki Glenn! We will be serving a BBQ Dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $35 per person.

The menu will include:
Pulled Pork
Quarter Leg Chicken
Sliced Chicken Breast
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Brioche Buns

RSVP by July 11th

 

 

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

Froge's Bar and Grill

Portage des Sioux, MO

 

 

1530 Highway J (14.21 mi)
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139


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Grafton Harbor

Confluence of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers

 

07-04-20

Overnight and day slips have opened up! Hope to see you at Grafton Harbor

 

Grafton Harbor

Grafton Harbor River Adventures
 

Wine on the Water
6:30-8:30pm • July 11 • $29/person

Whether you are looking for a romantic night with your sweetie or a night out with your friends, Wine on the Water is the perfect cruise for those wishing to sample our Grafton Harbor Wines while enjoying a beautiful sunset cruise! (6 one ounce pours are factored into the price of your cruise) Pirate’s Booty, LPR, Naughty Wench, Pirate’s Love Potion, Spirits of Grafton’s Past and Tipsy Mermaid will be offered at $5.53/glass or $11.90+tax/bottle)


We have Covid guidelines in place.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for all cruises.
23 passengers will be allowed on the lower level and 26 passengers will be allowed on the upper level. Temperatures will be taken and questions will be asked before everyone enters the boat. Social distancing guidelines will incur.

 

Click here for 2020 cruise schedule

Grafton, IL

Confluence of Mississippi  & Illinois Rivers

 

Check out Grafton's Event and Music

Calendar for June 30 thru July 13 .... click here

 

 

 

Click here and check out "Welcome to Grafton" website

Grafton Oyster Bar

Grafton Harbor

 

07-03-2020

Effective tomorrow July 4th we will be temporarily suspending breakfast. We hope to be offering breakfast in the very near future. If you are in Grafton and looking for breakfast try Abigails at the Ruebel Hotel. Thanks.

 

 

Open:

Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm

Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last customer leaves

 

Hawg Pit BBQ

Grafton, IL

 

Xtreme Bar Bingo ..Every Thursday

 

Upcoming Events

JUL 11 4th St. Band
JUL 11 Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters
JUL 12 Blessing of The Bikes
JUL 12 Tripwire at The Hawg Pit
JUL 18 Whiskey Revolution
JUL 18  Robert "Lefty Preacher" Sampson
JUL 19  Sonic Tonic
JUL 25 LED SLED
JUL 26 FRY PROJECT
AUG 1 2020 Cassens River Road Jeep Run
AUG 1 Outlaw Opry
AUG 1  Champagne Fixx at The Hawg Pit
AUG 2 Ledsled @ Hawg Pit
 

 

     Check the Hawg Pit Facebook Page for times...click here

 

John's Boat Harbor

Mississippi River at UMR 231.8

 

07-04-20

Wonderful. Electric back on. Tip of the hat to the guys at Ameron. You guys are great

 

Kaskaskia River Run

Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers

 

Kaskaskia River Run 2020( Boating Event)
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

August 15, 2020
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the way.)The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,Volleyballs, Games, ETC.

Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are hoping for another great turnout and weather again!

If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach out to me. All donations that will be made will have your company logo on the back of the shirt.

All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
 

Kinder's Restaurant

Mississippi River at Golden Eagle, IL

 

06-18-20

Permits in place.  Getting bids on foundation work

 

"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.. click here

Lake Center Marina

MM224.4 UMR

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LAST CHANCE

40% OFF SLIPS AND RACKS
http://lakecentermarina.com/new-members

 

Lewis Boats

Marine Sales and Service

 

5-29-20
Boating season has arrived and we are ready to take care of all of your boating needs!
Our parts and service area is open for walk in customers, following the guidelines set out of by the CDC and local HHS offices.

For the safety of our customers and employees masks are required for walk-in customers. We do still offer curbside service on parts and contact-less drop offs for service for your convenience.

The ownership and staff would like to thank you all for your continued business and support as we navigate these challenging times.

Here’s to a safe summer with lots of time spent family and friends!

 

Liberty Harbor

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

2020 Slip Rates

Click here

 

Contact Jerry

636-734-1929

 

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

 

Longshot Saloon at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo

 

 

Longshot Saloon..Closed for remodeling

 


 

 

Mike's La Rosa at Longshot Marina

Mississippi River at

Portage des Sioux, Mo


 

Longshot Marina Summer Bike Rally
Cole Freeman American Daredevil Stunt shows @2, 4, 6pm

Sat... July 11... Bitter Pill... 2-6pm
Sun.. July 12... Redline Band...3pm - 7pm

 

Polestar Boating Center

Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough 221.5

 

Dock Rentals on the Mississippi River
Safe Harbor Yacht Sales
The Canvas Man, LLC
Vessel Surveyor / Marine Consulting
Quality Marine Repair

Port Charles Harbor

Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

Dardenne Slough at 221.5

 

05-30-20

PCH Fuel Dock Is Open!
  Gas 2.10 per gallon
  Diesel 2.10 per gallon


 

 

Riviera Too

Food, Beer, Wine

 

7-10-20

Patio is Open Today

4 - 9pm

$12 Bucket Specials

 

Store Hours

Sun..... 10-9

M-Th....10-10

Fri Sat..10-11

Call ahead for an order or come in !

636-723-0005!

 

Click here for menu

3025 N MO-94, St. Charles, Missouri 63301

St. Charles Boat & Motor

The Complete Marine

 

7-10-20

FISH AND PLAY: Boating magazine's Randy Vance takes a deep dive into the Yamaha 195 FSH center console boat. Learn more about Yamaha's expanding FSH line at https://yamahaboats.com/center-console.

  Two Rivers Marina

  Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo

 

6 July 2020

WINNER, WINNER!! Congratulations to Gary Orf and Heather Morrison-Orf , winners of the Lighted Boat Parade! (Due to technological issues, Holly Turner Leverenz and Danny Leverenz were awarded the “super boater award” too). Thanks to everyone for their efforts...what a fun weekend
 

 

Check out Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page.... click here

Woodland Marina

UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the Mississippi River

 

OUR FUEL DOCK IS OPEN & we now have 93 OCTANE with ValvTect!Diesel is also available.

THE SHOWERS& BATHROOMS in the BACK of the Rack Room are also open!!!

We hope to see all of you soon! Call 636.250.4547 to schedule your splash!!

Be safe & happy boating!

 

Yacht Club of St. Louis

Mississippi River

At UMR 225 On Dardenne Slough

 

6-20-20

Footings are poured. Foundation started.
Finally some progress after permits were received.
Terry Alexander

 

6-12-20

Ice is finally here!!! Located in front of marina office (old service office). Enjoy your weekend on the water!!

 

Yacht Club tore down due to flood damage.

Rebuilding on Higher ground !

 

 

More Things Going On This Week

click here

 

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 

 

 

Last Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....

 

Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills

 

Restaurants

Who's Open.. Who's Closed

Who's Open... Who's Closed........
 

3rd Chute Bar & Grill ......................... Open
Alton Marina Deli Open
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. Open
Bluff City Grill ........................................ Open
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... Open
Cedar Hill Resort................................ Closed & For Sale
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina Closed
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ Open
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. Open
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... Open
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. Open
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... Being rebuilt in same location
Longshot Saloon................................ Closed
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina Open
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... Being rebuilt in new location

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