THE WEEKEND
31st of BOATOBER
2020
1st of NOVEMBER 2020
HALLOWEEN WEEKEND
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
Capt'n Rick's
Driveway
Sun Pic
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A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was sent to us by Capt'n Rick Skiles
Happy Halloween
!
Trying to
keep it safe for the kids.
Just grab
something from Bones.
Rick Skiles
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here and check it out...
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
Some Boat in
Florida
Sun Pic
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A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was posted by my friend Judy Meinersahen
12 O'Clock
Somewhere
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sun Pic
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Picture of the Day.....
Kinder's
Yesterday
Afternoon |
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sat Pic
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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
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Melvin Price
Lock and Dam
Alton, IL
Sat Pic
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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
RiverBill,
Finally some sunshine. Big equipment still at Melvin Price.
Brad Maher
Alton Motorboat Club
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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..
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Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
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here
for Facebook
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for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Sat Pic
Happy Halloween
2018
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The Pictures of the Day in 2018 .....
were
sent to us by
lj7799
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Featured Classifieds
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on
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"All
Classifieds Page"
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River News
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Added Sunday
Don't Forget
Turn Your Boat Clocks Back 1 Hour.....
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Added Sunday
Free Ice
Polestar Boating Center on November 1st......
Reprinted from RiverBills Boaters Group Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Yacht Club of St. Louis Update
Water on Docks & Pumpout......
Reprinted from Yacht Club of St. Louis Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Con Trios Christmas Party......
Reprinted from Con Trios Yacht Club Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Mel's Illinois RiverDock Restaurant
Inside Dining......
Reprinted from Mel's Illinois RiverDock Restaurant Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Two Rivers Marina
Punkin Chunkin Contest......
Reprinted from Two Rivers Marina Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Illinois Fishing News
Charity Holds Virtual Bass
Tournament........
NubAbility Athletics Foundation is hosting a
virtual bass fishing tournament in order to raise funds for
camps for limb-different children. Anglers may participate in
the #CastingforNubKids tournament by registering and submitting
entries via the FishDonkwy mobile app.
Anglers may fish any pond, river or lake as
permitted by law, and catch bass. Anglers will then submit a
photo of their catch next to a measuring devoice prior to the
deadline, which is at 6 pm on Tuesday.
NubAbility is a non-profit organization based
out of Du Quoin, Illinois. The organization offers a variety of
sports camps for limb-different children, helping them to gain
courage and confidence by participating in outdoors and sporting
activities........
Click here to
read this news story from thetelegraph.com. With
Photo.
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Added Sunday
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Veterans Day
Core of Engineers Waving Day Use
Fees......
Reprinted from Corps of Engineers, Mississippi Valley
Division Facebook...
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Added Sunday
Garmin's New On Deck System
Monitor Your Boat From Anywhere.......
Cruising the web and ran across this !
Thought some of you might be interested
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 28, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
184.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately November 1, 2020, the Dredge
POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of
Mile 184.0, Lower Chain of Rocks Canal entrance. Work will
be conducted 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. 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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Continuing until October 29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until
5:30 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity
of Mile 271.5, will be closed to navigation. In addition, a
70-foot width restriction will be in place and the lock will
not be able to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are
requested not to tie up to the guidewalls during this time,
unless directed by lock staff.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
Deep draft tows are advised to
depart the area. All vessels SHALL transit these areas at a
slow speed near fleeting areas, to minimize wake impact, due
to the narrow channel width. Tow operators are advised to
place the heaviest barges in the middle of the tow and
identify fleeting areas in the event of a river closure.
Mariners are requested to transit these areas with caution
and contact U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River
via VHF-FM Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail
at sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,477 members as of
10-31-20.......
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and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Cruising News
The CDC Is Lifting Cruising Ban........
On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention announced that they would allow their no-sail
order to expire over the weekend. The sail ban had been in
place since mid-March because of the coronavirus and is set to
expire Saturday evening. The CDC says they will not extend the
ban.
The sail ban will be replaced with a new
conditional sail order that will remain in effect until either
November 1, 2021, the expiration of the emergency declaration,
or when the Director of the CDC, Dr. Robert Redfield ends the
order.
The cruise lines will have to demonstrate to
the CDC that their COVID-19 protocols are effective prior to
being allowed to cruise with passengers. The CDC's announcement
is a boon to the cruising industry, which has been effectively
shuttered since March........
Click here to
read this news article from thetelegraph.com.
With Photo.
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Elm Point Levee........
Reprinted from the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance Facebook...
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Illinois River Locks And Dams
Illinois River Locks Reopened For
Transit.........
Following years of planning and several
months of work costing millions of dollars, the Illinois
River has been reopened to river navigation. The major
rehabilitation and maintenance projects required four locks
to completely close and the partial closure of a fifth lock.
Officials with the U.S Army Corps of
Engineers says that there is some work is still needed at
the locks, however, no further extended closures are
anticipated.
The extensive rehabilitation work was
necessary in order to extend the lifespan of the locks.
Each of the dams are only equipped with a single lock
chamber, so Corps had to completely close them to traffic to
complete the rehab project in a timely manor.........
Click here to
read this news report from waterwaysjournal.net.
With Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River Cruising
American Cruise Line Planning Biggest
Season Ever........
American Cruise Lines officials are saying
that they are planning for their "biggest season ever" on the
Mississippi River during 2021. The company will be introducing
two new modern riverboats, a new "Music Cities" cruise between
Nashville and Memphis, 15 new shore excursions, all private
transportation onshore and new enrichment programs onboard.
Next year, American Cruise Lines will be
introducing two new Mississippi modern riverboats, the American
Jazz and the American Melody, which will be joining
ACL's fleet of paddlewheelers.
ACL is also offering one-night complementary
pre-cruise packages from every Mississippi River departure port
during 2021, in addition to new extended pre and post cruise
packages and luxury Four Seasons pre-cruise packages in certain
U.S. cities........
Click here to
read more from magnoliastatelive.com. With
Photo
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
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Mississippi River Shipping
Corps Called On To Fund River Lock
Program........
A bipartisan group of U.S. legislators is
pushing to fund the modernization of inland waterway
infrastructure along the Upper Mississippi and Illinois Rivers.
The legislators penned a letter to the Corps urging them to
include construction funding for the Navigation & Ecosystem
Sustainability Program in their 2021 work plan.
The NESP program would modernize and expand
seven outdated locks with the construction of seven 1,200 foot
locks and dams on the Upper Mississippi River-Illinois Waterway
system, as well as restore ecosystems.
Shipping by barge along the inland waterway
system is the most cost-effective way to transport agricultural
goods. The inland waterway system is crucial in the
transportation U.S> soybeans and plays a major role in the
agricultural economy.........
Click here to
read this news article from feedstuffs.com. With
Photo.
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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River
History....
31 October, 2019 in River History
Block Marine ceased operations. The business became Yacht Club Marine
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Boat Show News
FLIBS Has Fewer Attendees, More Serious
Buyers........
By normal standards, the docks at the Fort
Lauderdale International Boat Show were fairly empty compared to
years past. Not only were some showgoers missing, but some
industry insiders were absent as well.
There are several notable manufacturers that
opted to skip the FLIBS, such as the Ferretti Group, Horizon and
Hatteras, as well as a considerable number of superyacht
builders.
As the saying goes, the show must go on, and
for those that decided to treat the 2020 FLIBS like any other,
there are sales to make. Panu Virtanen, vice president of CL
Yachts said that they are busier than expected and have received
plenty of positive feedback........
Click
here to
read this news story from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photos.
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Boat Manufacturer
Marine Products Corp. Released Their
Third Quarter Results........
The parent company of Chaparral, Robalo and
Vortex, Marine Products Corporation, recently released the
financial results of the third quarter of fiscal 2020, which
ended on September 30, 2020.
MPC reported net sales of $68,778,000, a 4
percent decrease from $72,212,000 reported during the same
period of 2019. The decrease is attributed to a 10.4 percent
reduction on the number of boats sold in the third quarter.
Gross profit for the third quarter of 2020
was $16,236,000, a 3.1 percent increase compared to the
$15,749,000 posted during the third quarter of 2019. Gross
margin for the third quarter of 2020 was 23.6 percent of net
sales.........
Click here to
read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton, IL
10-29-20
We are still going
The store is available
We have fuel
No Pump outs
KAREN AND THE CREW
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
10-27-20
We are going to continue to follow
the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we
will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or
CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing.
We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through
Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
10-29-20
The Arrrr Bar is still Open for your
business We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 27 thru Nov 10...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
Effective Nov.
2, 2020
Winter Hours
Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm
Saturday................. 9am - 1pm
Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
10-31-20
This will be the last weekend for water on the docks and the
pump out. Enjoy the sunshine
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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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
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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FRIDAY
30 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
The Picture of the Day....
Dardenne Slough Sunset
Taken a few weeks ago
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
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for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Reflections
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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The Picture of the Day in 2019 .....
was taken by Marty McKay
RiverBill
says...WHAT A GREAT SHOT !
Photo taken Lincoln Shields Park side of Highway 67, West Alton,
Mo
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Marty's work...
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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
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 28, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
184.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately November 1, 2020, the Dredge
POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of
Mile 184.0, Lower Chain of Rocks Canal entrance. Work will
be conducted 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. 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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Continuing until October 29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until
5:30 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity
of Mile 271.5, will be closed to navigation. In addition, a
70-foot width restriction will be in place and the lock will
not be able to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are
requested not to tie up to the guidewalls during this time,
unless directed by lock staff.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
Deep draft tows are advised to
depart the area. All vessels SHALL transit these areas at a
slow speed near fleeting areas, to minimize wake impact, due
to the narrow channel width. Tow operators are advised to
place the heaviest barges in the middle of the tow and
identify fleeting areas in the event of a river closure.
Mariners are requested to transit these areas with caution
and contact U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River
via VHF-FM Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail
at sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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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.....
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The "Boaters Group"
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It's a
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anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
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Boating Friends.
We have 7,480 members as of
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River Gear For Sale............
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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NMMA Winter Boat and Sport Shows
Those Still On For 2021, Postponed and
Cancelled.........
A The modified 2021 NMMA winter boat and
sport show schedule is as follows:
Proceeding as scheduled:
• Progressive Insurance Atlantic City Boat
Show – February 24-28, 2021, with the option to delay the show
to early April 2021
• Progressive Insurance Northwest Sportshow –
March 25-28, 2021
Postponed to a later date:
• Progressive Insurance New England Boat Show
– NMMA is working with the Boston Exhibition & Convention Center
to obtain dates later in the first quarter or early in the
second quarter
Canceled for the winter of 2021 only:
• Progressive Insurance Atlanta Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance Baltimore Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance Chicago Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow
• Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance Minneapolis Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance Nashville Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance New York Boat Show
• Progressive Insurance St. Louis
Boat & Sportshow
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2021 St. Louis Boat & Sport Show Cancelled.........
Reprinted from the St. Louis Boat & Sports Show Facebook...
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Lake Center Marina....
Reprinted from lake Center marina Facebook...
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River Clubhouse
Open House This Friday.......
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River Cruising
American Cruise Line Planning Biggest
Season Ever........
American Cruise Lines officials are saying
that they are planning for their "biggest season ever" on the
Mississippi River during 2021. The company will be introducing
two new modern riverboats, a new "Music Cities" cruise between
Nashville and Memphis, 15 new shore excursions, all private
transportation onshore and new enrichment programs onboard.
Next year, American Cruise Lines will be
introducing two new Mississippi modern riverboats, the American
Jazz and the American Melody, which will be joining
ACL's fleet of paddlewheelers.
ACL is also offering one-night complementary
pre-cruise packages from every Mississippi River departure port
during 2021, in addition to new extended pre and post cruise
packages and luxury Four Seasons pre-cruise packages in certain
U.S. cities........
Click here to
read more from magnoliastatelive.com. With
Photo
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American Cruise Lines Newest Mississippi River Ship
American Melody......
Reprinted from the American Cruise Lines Careers Facebook...
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
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Mississippi And Illinois River
Management
Legislators Call On Corps To Fund
Infrastructure Modernization........
A bipartisan group of U.S. legislators has
called on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to include funding
for infrastructure modernization along the Upper Mississippi and
Illinois Rivers.
Over four dozen legislators requested that
the Corps add to the construction funding for the Navigation and
Ecosystem Sustainability Program during the 2021 fiscal year.
The NESP was authorized as part of the Water
Resources Development Act of 2007 and would modernize and expand
seven locks and restore ecosystems. The addition of
construction funding would build upon the $4.5 million in
preconstruction engineering and design for projects in the 2020
fiscal year........
Click here to
read this news article from hannibal.net.
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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River
History....
October 30, 2013 in River History
St. Louis firefighters put the new "Stan Musial" fire boat through its paces
hours after arriving on the St. Louis riverfront on the Mississippi River in
St. Louis on October 30, 2013. It's radio call sign, "Marine Unit 6" for St.
Louis Cardinals slugger Stan Musial, is a 44-foot, state of the art fire
boat able to reach speeds of 38 knots. The design allows for a large pumping
capacity of 4000 gallons per minute (GPM) @ 150 pounds per square inch (PSI)
while underway and 8000 GPM @ 150 PSI while shore side as well as providing
fire suppression capability for flammable liquid fires through its inline
foam eduction system.
UPI/Bill Greenblatt
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Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois
Man Charged In Amphitheater Vandalism
Case.........
On Tuesday, a serial vandal was reportedly
caught in the act and on Wednesday, charged with aggravated
battery and three counts of criminal damage to property at the
Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater.
Steven J. Jackson, listed as homeless, stands
accused of kicking an officer in the head after the officer
witnessed Jackson damaging the facility. Jackson has also been
charged with damaging the amphitheater on October 11th, causing
more than $500 in damages.
Around 50 light fixtures were damaged and the
bulbs were stolen overnight when the park was closed. This
incident was the second of it's kind within the past two weeks.
Eight fixtures had been damaged over the summer........
Click here to
read this news report from thetelegraph.com.
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Boat Retailer
MarineMax Reports Record Results For
2020.........
The nation's largest recreational boat and
yacht retailer, MarineMax, Inc. has reported record results for
their fourth quarter as well as the full fiscal year, which
ended on September 30, 2020.
Revenue increased by 29 percent to $398.8
million for the fourth quarter, compared to $308.1 million for
the fourth quarter of 2019. The increase was driven by strong
same-store sales growth of 33 percent.
Net income for the fourth quarter of 2020
more than tripled to $25.6 million, or $1.13 per diluted share,
compared to net income of $6.7 million or $0.31 per diluted
share during the fourth quarter of 2019........
Click here to
read this news article from boatingindustry.com.
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New Boat Sales
New Boat Registrations Up 5.8 Percent
For The Year........
According to preliminary data released by
Statistical Surveys Inc., new powerboat registrations increased
by 8.5 percent year to date in the main powerboat categories,
and 34.3 percent year over year in those segments.
All categories in the main powerboat segments
were up at least 24 percent, year over year, with pontoons and
bowriders up 47 percent plus and ski and wake boats were up 37.5
percent.
Registration data revealed that all other
categories, with the exception of personal water craft, were up
as well, accounting for nearly 60 percent of the U.S. boat
market........
Click here to
read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com
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Boat Gear Manufacturer
Garmin Reports Record Third Quarter
Results........
Garmin Ltd. recently released their third
quarter results for the period ending on September 26th. During
the third quarter of fiscal 2020, Garmin posted total revenue of
more than $1.1 billion, a 19 percent year-over-year increase,
driven by growth in the marine, outdoor and fitness segments.
The gross margin and operating margin was
60.2 percent and 28.6 percent, respectively. Operating income
increased by 21 percent to $317 million compared to the third
quarter of 2019.
Revenue in the marine segment increased by 54
percent during the third quarter across several categories.
Leading the charge was chartplotter sales. Gross margin and
operating margin was 61 percent and 31 percent
respectively........
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read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton, IL
10-29-20
We are still going
The store is available
We have fuel
No Pump outs
KAREN AND THE CREW
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
10-27-20
We are going to continue to follow
the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we
will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or
CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing.
We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through
Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
10-29-20
The Arrrr Bar is still Open for your
business We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 27 thru Nov 10...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
Effective Nov.
2, 2020
Winter Hours
Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm
Saturday................. 9am - 1pm
Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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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
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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Who's Open... Who's Closed........
3rd
Chute Bar & Grill ......................... |
Open |
Alton Marina Deli |
Open |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Open |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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THURSDAY
29 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
at UMR 222.2
on the lower end of Dardenne Slough
The Picture of the Day....
is from the Boathouse Food and Deck WebCam
Reflections on a cloudy Day
Go to
www.RiverWebCams.com for the last 10 pictures
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Chasing Sunsets
Click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day in 2016 ..... was sent
to us by Capt'n Tim Crawford
Hello Bill,
We have been enjoying all the sunset photos on the site. Wanted
to share this one from last Sunday. We were heading into the
mouth of Piasa Creek. You can see the Portage water tower in the
glow of the sun.
Capt. Tim Crawford
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River News
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 28, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
184.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until approximately November 1, 2020, the Dredge
POTTER will conduct dredging operations in the vicinity of
Mile 184.0, Lower Chain of Rocks Canal entrance. Work will
be conducted 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. 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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Continuing until October 29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until
5:30 p.m., each day, the Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity
of Mile 271.5, will be closed to navigation. In addition, a
70-foot width restriction will be in place and the lock will
not be able to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are
requested not to tie up to the guidewalls during this time,
unless directed by lock staff.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
Deep draft tows are advised to
depart the area. All vessels SHALL transit these areas at a
slow speed near fleeting areas, to minimize wake impact, due
to the narrow channel width. Tow operators are advised to
place the heaviest barges in the middle of the tow and
identify fleeting areas in the event of a river closure.
Mariners are requested to transit these areas with caution
and contact U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River
via VHF-FM Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail
at sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,479 members as of
10-29-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Photo courtesy Hope On The River
Mississippi River Journeys
Trip Down The Mississippi River Deemed
A Success.........
A couple of months ago, Erich Mische, the
Spare Key Executive Director embarked on a trip down the
Mississippi River, from St. Paul, Minnesota 1,700 miles to Baton
Rouge, Louisiana aboard a pontoon boat hull with a garden shed
lashed to the pontoon deck.
Mische undertook the treacherous journey in
order to raise critical funding for the Spare Key initiative,
which offers assistance to families in crisis with critically
ill or seriously injured family members.
Like many other non-profits, Spare Key saw
their donations severely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19
outbreak. Mische said that all fundraising events were
cancelled, with the exception of one. Mische undertook the
journey to guarantee Spare Key could continue to help families
across the nation and he deemed the trip a sucess........
Click here to
read this news story from kare11.com. With
Video
Photo courtesy Hope On The River |
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Hannibal Marina Update
Pool 22 of the
Mississippi River .....
Reprinted
from Hannibal's Marina Facebook...
click here
Docks !
Photo posted by
Alan Bowen |
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Alton Marina Update.......
We are still going
The store is available
We have fuel
No Pump outs
Karen Brncic
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Arrrr Bar Update
Grafton Harbor.......
The Arrrr Bar is still "Open" for your business !
Jan DeSherlia
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Yacht Club of St. Louis
56 Foot Dock Open.......
Reprinted from the Yacht Club of St. Louis Facebook...
click here
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River Clubhouse
Open House This Friday.......
Reprinted from Amiee Davison Facebook...
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Kaskaskia River Project
Locking Through......
Reprinted from the Kaskaskia RIver Project Facebook...
click here
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October 29, 2020 Event
Discover The Illinois Waterway Virtual Forum
US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island
District.......
Reprinted from the US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook...
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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News
Release From BoatUS
SPRINGFIELD,
Va., Oct. 28, 2020 – A coalition of groups whose users rely on
the Global Positioning System (GPS) wants the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) to change its mind about an
April 20 decision to permit Ligado Networks to begin
construction of a land-based industrial 5G (fifth generation)
“L-Band” wireless network. The group is concerned that once
operable, the network will negatively impact the reliability of
the nation’s Global Positioning System (GPS).
In a letter sent yesterday signed by 78 GPS stakeholder groups
including the Keep GPS Working Coalition and Boat Owners
Association of The United States (BoatUS) to US Senate Commerce,
Science and Transportation Committee Chair Robert Wicker (R-MS)
and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-WA), legislators were urged
to reverse the Ligado Order. It requests the legislator’s
“direct involvement to protect the satellite communications and
GPS services that we provide and are relied on by tens of
millions of Americans every day.” The Commerce Committee's
extensive responsibilities include science, technology and
communications policy.
Ligado’s slice of licensed “L-Band” spectrum, designated for
space-based navigation and communications, is located near lower
frequency bands used by hundreds of millions of GPS units in
public safety, health, government, transportation, military,
commerce, agriculture and more. BoatUS and other coalition
members believe that, as the Ligado network is rolled out,
instances of signal interference will increase.
“This is about boaters – and many others’ – continued ability to
safely navigate and get reliable weather forecasts so we know
when to go out or head home, and safety-of-life issues
especially when on-the-water help is needed,” said BoatUS
Manager of Government Affairs, David Kennedy. “The FCC’s
decision threatens GPS reliability for countless consumers,
farmers, ranchers, pilots, boat owners, surveyors, construction
companies and other private GPS users who will be forced to
suffer the network’s interference with their GPS devices or
require them to pay to replace them.”
The coalition believes that the Ligado Order disregarded
mountains of evidence highlighting the interference issue,
ignored established technical standards, relied only on limited
studies with vague and impractical criteria to assess
interference, and was made during the COVID-19 pandemic while
stakeholders were dealing with the health crisis. They claim FCC
also ignored serious concerns from the federal government as
well as agencies including the departments of Defense,
Transportation, Commerce, Interior, Justice and Homeland
Security, in addition to NASA, the National Science Foundation,
Federal Aviation Administration and U.S. Coast Guard.
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This press
release reprinted by permission of Scott Croft of BoatUS...click
here
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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Photo
courtesy Polestar Marina
River
History....
October 29, 2012 in River History
The Bell of the Night, a closed floating restaurant, that was moored
un-opened, at Polestar Marina for years was sold for scrap and moved below
Alton for that process.
The contents of the restaurant were auctioned off
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
Things are always changing due to the covid virus
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Boat Show News
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat
Show Has Begun.........
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
began on Wednesday under very different conditions than last
year due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The five-day event,
scheduled for October 28 - November 1, will utilize
comprehensive AllSecure health and safety standards.
Some boat manufacturers have opted to skip
this year's FLIBS, but despite this, there are several
manufacturers with boats making their debut during the boat
show.
Boats being introduced include a 95 foot
flagship from Pearl Yachts, Pursuit's S 428, Azimut Yachts'
Magelllano 25 Metri, Monte Carlo Yachts 76 Skylounge, the
Prestige x79, the Solace Boats 41 SC, and many others........
Click here to
read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photos.
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Boat Manufacturer
Sea-Doo Continuing To Innovate Their
Line Up.........
After successfully launching redesigned
models in their recreational segment last year, Sea Doo has
upped the bar for the 2021 model year by offering a completely
redesigned platform for their performance segment.
Heading up the line up is the Sea Doo RXP-X
300, which the company says will redefine the world of
performance watercraft. The RXP-X was a multi-year
collaboration between Sea Doo engineers and Sea Doo racers.
The improvements made to the 2021 RXP-X began
with a weight loss program, shedding 67 pounds from it's
predecessor. The new T3-R hull has been engineered with a new
deep-V configuration that lends itself to more stabile and
safety at higher speeds........
Click here to
read this news article from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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New Boat Sales
New Boat Registrations Up 5.8 Percent
For The Year........
According to preliminary data released by
Statistical Surveys Inc., new powerboat registrations increased
by 8.5 percent year to date in the main powerboat categories,
and 34.3 percent year over year in those segments.
All categories in the main powerboat segments
were up at least 24 percent, year over year, with pontoons and
bowriders up 47 percent plus and ski and wake boats were up 37.5
percent.
Registration data revealed that all other
categories, with the exception of personal water craft, were up
as well, accounting for nearly 60 percent of the U.S. boat
market........
Click here to
read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com
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Fishing News From Tevernier, Florida
Ladies Let's Go Fishing Event Educates
Women On Fishing........
Over 40 women from all over the United States
recently participated in the award winning "Ladies, Let's Go
Fishing" Keys University course held at the Elks Lodge in
Tavernier, Florida.
The course kicked off on Friday with a
meet-and-greet social featuring networking, fundraisers and a
Master Chef Appetizer Contest. On Saturday, the course started
off with classroom presentations on offshore, bottom and inshore
fishing, followed up with lunch and hands-on fishing skills
until 4 pm. The ladies worked on skills such as conservation,
releasing, knot tying, bait rigging, spin, net and fly casting,
gaffing grapefruits and much more.
Sunday saw participants hit the water for a
fishing adventure departing from Whale Harbor Marina in
Islamorada, Florida followed up by a fish fillet how-to. Jan
Morris, a novice angler that won the top offshore prize said
that that was the best day of her life.........
Click here to
read this news story from boatingindustry.com.
With Photo
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton, IL
10-29-20
We are still going
The store is available
We have fuel
No Pump outs
KAREN AND THE CREW
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
10-27-20
We are going to continue to follow
the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we
will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or
CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing.
We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through
Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
10-29-20
The Arrrr Bar is still Open for your
business We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 27 thru Nov 10...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
Effective Nov.
2, 2020
Winter Hours
Tuesday - Friday...... 9am - 5pm
Saturday................. 9am - 1pm
Sunday & Monday... Closed
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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WEDNESDAY
28 BOATOBER
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 Pelicans
Are Back
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
at Portage des
Sioux, Mo
click pic to watch a short Facebook
video of the pelicans
The Video of the Day....
was posted on RiverBills Boaters Group by Capt'n
Mark Newlin
Pelicans down by the condemned
river house.
Was six fun years living
there.
Mark
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Oh MI Oh My!
You never know
what might go by!
The Yacht
"MIMI" At Grafton, IL
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day in 2018 ..... was
sent to us by Dorothy Miller who hails out of Portage des Sioux,
Ho
Hi Bill!
There were quite a few of us in pool 26 that were aware of, and
waiting for, MIMI. (Perhaps the largest yacht to cruise the
Mississippi?) Regardless... She showed up, on time, just as the
"watchers" predicted! Felt like I got a pretty good shot and
thought I'd share.
The Mississippi River has been, and always will be, a constant
source "Wows"!
Dorothy Marti-Miller
Hails out of Portage Des Sioux
MIMI
is owned by Stanley Hubbard, owner of Hubbard Broadcasting
According to
marinetraffic.com ...as of 4:30am on 10-28-19
MIMI is moored near Fort
Lauderdale, FL
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Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 21, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
364.2 - L/D RESTRICTIONS
Significant damage has been reported at L/D 19 in the
vicinity of Mile 364.2. The USACE Little Rock District has
instituted the following restrictions. Tows headed
south-bound shall avoid landing or rubbing on the upper
river wall between the bullnose end and the upper gate
recess. The area between the bullnose end and upper gate
recess is significantly damaged. Mariners are advised to
favor the Iowa shoreline, continue using a helper boat and
if necessary come to complete stop in order to align with
the lock chamber before south-bound entry. Mariners should
be alert for and abide by any further instructions from the
lockmaster. The lock may be contacted at (319) 524-2631 or
via VHF-FM Channel 14, for assistance.
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,480 members as of
10-27-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Woodland Marina
Pool26 of the Mississippi River.......
Posted on Woodland Marina's Facebook Pagge
Reposted from Woodland Marina
Facebook page.....click here
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 27 thru Nov 10...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Hannibal Marina Update
Pool 22 of the
Mississippi River .....
Reprinted
from Hannibal's Marina Facebook...
click here
Docks !
Photo posted by
Alan Bowen |
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Water Temperature
Lock and Dam 25 of the Mississippi
River........
LD 25- Mississippi TEMP-WATER
The water has cooled down over the last month
From 72° to 60°
Source US Army Corps of Engineers
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Boating By The Numbers
Officials Release 2019 U.S. Boating
Statistical Abstract........
The National Marine Manufacturers Association
has announced that they have released their 2019 U.S.
Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, which is the most
comprehensive collection of recreational boating stats and
historical data.
The abstract includes historical data all the
way back to 2007, including outboard engine sales trends, power
and sail boat sales trends, boat and engine imports and exports,
cruiser, watersport and fishing boat and trailer sales trends,
total industry sales by state and category and total boat
registrations.
Some highlights from the abstract from 2019
are that new powerboat sales totaled 201,400 during 2019,
following eight consecutive years of growth and an 11 year high
in 2018. Also during 2019, there were more than 12 million
registered and documented boats in the U.S., equaling one
registered boat for every ten households........
Click here to
read this news article from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Boat Manufacturer
MasterCraft Investor Calls On Company
To Consider Selling........
On Tuesday, people in the know revealed that
the investment firm Donerail Group LP, run by former hedge fund
Starboard Value LP executive William Wyatt, is calling on
MasterCraft Holdings Inc. to explore a possible sale.
Donerail has acquired almost a 5 percent
stake in MasterCraft and has advised the recreational powerboat
manufacturer that they are not happy with the company's
performance.
While MasterCraft has benefited from people
turning to the water during the pandemic, the 18 percent
increase in it's shares since Frederick Brightbill became CEO in
December is less than the 30 percent rally in the stock of
larger peer Malibu Boats Inc........
Click here to
read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com.
With Photo.
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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River
History....
28 October, 1965 in River History
The Gateway Arch, located on the banks of the Mississippi River at St.
Louis, Mo, was completed on this day in 1965. |
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Marine Jobs
Surroundings Trade Only....
A few of the jobs listed this week include:
~ Senior Electrical Engineer -
Everglades Boats
~ Chief Operating Officer- Crevalle Boats
~ Infusion Manager
Check out the marine jobs on the Trade
Only Job Board...
click here
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Missouri River At St. Charles, Missouri
Eastbound Blanchette Bridge Lanes
Closing Wednesday Night........
The Missouri Department of Transportation has
reported that they will be closing the eastbound lanes of the
Interstate 70 Blanchette Missouri River Bride overnight
Wednesday.
Beginning at 9 pm Wednesday, the two
eastbound lanes will be closed to traffic to allow crews to
prepare to take down the barrier wall and return all traffic
lanes to their respective bridges. The lanes will be reopened
by 5 am Thursday morning........
Click here to
read this news report from kmov.com.
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Boat
News
Gigawave 50 GW-X........
Matthew Blew, founder of the Gigawave 350 GW-X, says his concept
will create a head-height wake that will barrel like an ocean
wave allowing the surfer to ride inside it, which should be
pretty spectacular!
Click here to read this news story on MOTORBOAT & YACHTING
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Garmin's STRIKER CAST GPS
Smartphone not included
Boat Gear Manufacturer
Garmin Unveils New Tech Gear........
This week, Garmin has introduced several new
items in conjunction with the Fort Lauderdale International Boat
Show, and many of those products are for helping anglers find
fish.
An item called the Striker Cast allows users
to turn their smartphones into castible sonar, with or without a
boat. The non-GPS version rings in at $129,99 and the GPS
version costs $179.99.
Dan Bartel, Garmin's vice president of global
consumer sales says that more people arespending more time
outdoors and fishing, and the Striker Cast can help anglers to
identify structures and fish whether you are fishing from the
shoreline, docks or piers........
Click here to
read more from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photo
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
10-27-20
We are going to continue to follow
the guidelines that we have been doing the entire time, we
will offer dining, curbside, contact free online ordering or
CARRYOUT whichever the customer is most COMFORTABLE doing.
We will be OPEN for lunch and dinner Wednesday through
Sunday. Thank you
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 27 thru Nov 10...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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TUESDAY
27 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
at Grafton, IL
They're Back !
click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day....
were sent to us by Capt'n Larry Hellrung
Bill
Great picture of flock of white pelicans in Grafton.
Larry Hellrung
Liberty
Grafton Harbor
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day....
were sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher who hails
out of the Alton Motor Boat Club on Piasa Creek of the
Mississippi River
Cool Clouds on
Saturday
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
Pool 25 of the
Mississippi River
Winfield Dam ~
2018
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
18...
were sent to us by Craig Weber.
According to various news sources:
A southbound towboat pushing 12 barges at
Lock & Dam 25 at Winfield came apart Wednesday morning putting 6
barges up against the dam.
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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National
Weather Service
River Levels Graphs / Flood Warnings
.........
Mississippi River Gauges
Check out RiverBills
River Gages Page...
Alton, IL to
St. Paul, MN ....
click here
Missouri River Gauges
Check out National
Weather Service River Gages
Sioux City, IA
to St. Charles, MO ....click
here
Illinois River
Missouri River
Click here
for RiverBills Mississippi River Gauge Page
Click here
for current weather conditions on WunderMap
Click here for U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District, River & Reservoir
Daily Report.
Click here
to activate map from NOAA's National Weather Service website
then click on gauge location for current river levels, river
forecast and flood watches, warnings and advisories.
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River News
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 21, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
364.2 - L/D RESTRICTIONS
Significant damage has been reported at L/D 19 in the
vicinity of Mile 364.2. The USACE Little Rock District has
instituted the following restrictions. Tows headed
south-bound shall avoid landing or rubbing on the upper
river wall between the bullnose end and the upper gate
recess. The area between the bullnose end and upper gate
recess is significantly damaged. Mariners are advised to
favor the Iowa shoreline, continue using a helper boat and
if necessary come to complete stop in order to align with
the lock chamber before south-bound entry. Mariners should
be alert for and abide by any further instructions from the
lockmaster. The lock may be contacted at (319) 524-2631 or
via VHF-FM Channel 14, for assistance.
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,476 members as of
10-26-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Grafton Oyster Bar
Pool26 of the Mississippi River a Grafton, IL........
The Grafton Oyster Bar re-opens
today !
For more
information
click here
and go to their Facebook page.
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Help Wanted
Froge's Bar & Grill
Portage des Sioux, Mo......
Reprinted
from Froges Bar & Grill Facebook...
click here
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Upcoming Events.. Saturday, December 5, 2020
Sandbar Christmas Extravaganza
Two Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at Louisiana, Mo......
Reprinted
from Two River Marina Facebook...
click here
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Help Wanted
National Great Rivers Research and Education Center
East Alton, IL......
Reprinted
from National Great Rivers Research and Education Center
Facebook...
click here
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Mississippi River at Hannibal, Mo
Marina Facilities
Reprinted
from visit Hannibal.com...
click here
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Fall Color Outlook
The Fall Colors Are Winding
Down........
The trees around the Riverbend are in their
full color peak and it won't be long before they drop their
leaves as the fall color season is drawing to a close.
According to Barb Strack, the Interim President of the Great
Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau, your location determines the
brilliance of the colors.
The Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau
will help visitors find a route for a color peeping tour if they
are interested in taking a road trip to see the colors. There
is also a fall color cruise offered which sails out of the
Grafton Harbor..........
Click here to
read this news tidbit from altondailynews.com. With
Photo and Audio.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River Near Keokuk, Iowa
Conservation Group Intent On
Raising Sunken Islands........
Back in June 2019, the Lee County
Conservation Commission Board officially kicked off a
Wildlife Habitat Restoration Enhancement Program focused on
approximately 2,500 acres of sunken islands, mudflats and
wetlands in and adjacent to the Mississippi River ion Pool
19.
The ambitious project would involve
raising a series of islands along the Iowa shore which were
submerged when the Keokuk Lock and Dam were constructed in
1913. These islands would improve fishing, duck hunting, as
well as canoeing and kayaking in the sloughs and backwaters
created by the project.
The resurrected islands will also help
with reversing the continuing environmental degradation of
that section of the Mississippi River impoundment known as
Lake Cooper.........
Click here to
read this news article from thehawkeye.com.
With Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Seeking Peace And Healing Along The
Riverfront.........
While it is well known that so-called "green
spaces" are important to well-being, over the recent years, the
power of water has come under scrutiny. "Blue Mind Science" is
the study of the health benefits of aquatic environments, and
biologist Wallace Nichols discusses this in his book Blue
Mind.
Wallace says that water is the elixir and
source of life, as it covers over 70 percent of the earth's
surface, makes up close to 70 percent of our bodies and
constitutes more than 70 percent of our hearts and brains.
Our deep biological connection has been
demonstrated to trigger an immediate response in our brains when
we are near water. Just the sight and sound of water can induce
a flood of neuro-chemicals that increase blood flow to the
brain, promote wellness and induce relaxation.........
Click here to
read this column from semissourian.com. With
Photos.
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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River
History....
27 September 2018 in River History
A southbound towboat pushing 12 barges at Lock & Dam 25 at Winfield, Mo came
apart Wednesday morning putting 6 barges up against the Winfield dam. |
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Boat Sales
Wholesale Boat Shipments Remain
Strong........
The National Marine Manufacturers Association
has reported that August was another strong month for new boat
construction activity. Even though wholesale shipments of new
boats had leveled off following three months of steady growth,
August was the fourth highest single month total of new boat
wholesale shipments in a decade.
Vicky Yu, NMMA director of business
intelligence says that the slowdown of wholesale shipments of
new power boats during August was mainly attributed to
continuing supply chain issues boat builders are facing on
marine parts to fulfill boat backlogs and the surge in new boat
orders.
Yu states that despite supply chain
disruptions, manufacturing production has returned to
near-normal levels, and wholesale shipments are expected to
rebound as supply deliveries resume........
Click here to
read this news report from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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MONDAY
26 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
IT'S A TRIP
click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was sent to us by Olivia Reichert
Saturday 10/24
Aboard “ It’s a Tripp “ on boat
ride with family staying warm inside our houseboat. Beautiful
river picture at the power lines before sunset.
Olivia
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
St. Pete Beach,
Florida
Click pic to enlarge
A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was sent to us by Capt'n Darryll Weil
Bill:
We took you along again on our annual trip to St. Pete Beach
Florida. Little smaller group this year but we decided to do the
colorful beach chairs shot anyway. Thanks to a nice young man
named Joe Ireland for taking the photo. In the photo left to
right Connie & Craig, Carol & Fred, Elia and Miguel, Maureen &
Darryll.
Enjoy, Darryll
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here
and check it out...
RiverBill says... Thanks so much for taking RiverBills with you
all these years !
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
The
Band RAIL @ Woodland Stock 2010
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
2010...
was a shot of the River Rock n Roll Band.... RAIL on stage
entertaining the crowd at the Woodland Stock Party .
Lots of food, great music,
bon fire and river friends !
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 21, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
364.2 - L/D RESTRICTIONS
Significant damage has been reported at L/D 19 in the
vicinity of Mile 364.2. The USACE Little Rock District has
instituted the following restrictions. Tows headed
south-bound shall avoid landing or rubbing on the upper
river wall between the bullnose end and the upper gate
recess. The area between the bullnose end and upper gate
recess is significantly damaged. Mariners are advised to
favor the Iowa shoreline, continue using a helper boat and
if necessary come to complete stop in order to align with
the lock chamber before south-bound entry. Mariners should
be alert for and abide by any further instructions from the
lockmaster. The lock may be contacted at (319) 524-2631 or
via VHF-FM Channel 14, for assistance.
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,476 members as of
10-26-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Upper Missouri River
Despite Drought, Above Average Runoff
Recorded In The Missouri River..........
This year, the weather conditions along the
Upper Missouri River basin have quickly changed from very wet
early on to a spreading drought by the fall. Despite this, U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers hydrologist Kevin Grode says that they
still managed to record an above average year for river runoff.
Grode says that the runoff was about 4
million acre-feet of water above normal, and it is attributed to
the wetter than normal start to the year. The Corps is working
on next year's runoff forecast.
Grode reports that next month, the Corps will
begin reducing releases from the Gavins Point Dam. Corps
officials state that the reservoir system storage will be at
winter levels by December 1st........
Click here to
read thsi news report from todayskccr.com. With
Photo and Audio
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Grafton Oyster Bar
Pool26 of the Mississippi River a Grafton, IL
Scheduled To Re-Open Tomorrow........
The Grafton Oyster Bar is scheduled to re-open tomorrow,
Tuesday, October 26, 2020. For more information
click here and go to their Facebook page.
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Grafton Ferry
Last Day Of Operation 2020
Season........
Grafton Ferry's last day of operation for the 2020 season will
be Nov.8
Reprinted from riversandroutes.com..
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Missouri River Near Columbia,
Missouri
Missouri River Relief Hosted River
Cleanup........
Over the weekend, Missouri River Relief
and 85 community volunteers braved the cold temperatures to
participate in the organization's three day cleanup of the
Missouri River near Columbia, Missouri.
The cleanup, based at Cooper's Landing,
usually is held over 1 day, however, thanks to COVID-19
social distancing and mask regulations, the event was spread
out over three days.
It is estimated that by the end of the
day Sunday, Missouri River Relief cleaned up some three and
a half tons of trash from the Missouri River. The exact
weight of the debris is not known. The group had set a goal
of 4 tons of trash collected over the weekend........
Click here to
read this news story from columbiamissourian.com.
With Photo
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Seeking Peace And Healing Along The
Riverfront.........
While it is well known that so-called "green
spaces" are important to well-being, over the recent years, the
power of water has come under scrutiny. "Blue Mind Science" is
the study of the health benefits of aquatic environments, and
biologist Wallace Nichols discusses this in his book Blue
Mind.
Wallace says that water is the elixir and
source of life, as it covers over 70 percent of the earth's
surface, makes up close to 70 percent of our bodies and
constitutes more than 70 percent of our hearts and brains.
Our deep biological connection has been
demonstrated to trigger an immediate response in our brains when
we are near water. Just the sight and sound of water can induce
a flood of neuro-chemicals that increase blood flow to the
brain, promote wellness and induce relaxation.........
Click here to
read this column from semissourian.com. With
Photos.
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Longshot
Marina
SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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River
History....
October 26,1962 in River History
Tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cuban
Missiles Crisis prompted the Corps of Engineers to close the Lock and Dam 19
on the Mississippi River at Keokuk, Iowa visitors during hours of darkness.
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Boat Manufacturer
Brunswick Boat Group Names New
President..........
Brunswick Corporation has announced that they
have names Aine Denari President of Brunswick's Boat Group
effective Monday, October 26, 2020. Denari succeeds Huw Bower,
who left the company back in September.
Denari comes to Brunswick after spending the
last 20 years holding a variety of executive positions in the
automotive industry as well as in leadership positions with
major global consulting firms.
Denari is now responsible for the largest
boat company portfolio in the recreational marine industry,
featuring many of the leading domestic and international
brands........
Click here to
read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and drinks must
go as we are closing this winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to take a much
needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021 season. Hope
to see you soon
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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Who's Open... Who's Closed........
3rd
Chute Bar & Grill ......................... |
Open |
Alton Marina Deli |
Open |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Open |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Last
day
open... Nov.1, 2020 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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THE WEEKEND
SAT, SUN...24, 25 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Welcome
New Advertiser !
Sioux Harbor
UMR 212 at
Portage des Sioux, MO
(636) 288-1111
click here |
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sun Pic
click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was sent to us by Capt'n Patrick Wrischnik
Last Warm Night on the River
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sun Pic
click pic to enlarge
The Pictures of the Day....
were sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher...
Cool Sail Boats on Saturday
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
Fort Meyers,
Florida
Sun Pic
Click pic to enlarge
A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was sent to us by Capt'n Gary Meinershagen who hails out
of the Yacht Club of St. Louis and is now spending the Winter in
Fort Meyers, Fl
Hello RiverBill
Here we have a RiverBills sticker
with our old Missouri license plate at The Tiki Hut in Cape
Coral Fla.
Judy is showcasing the sticker which
has been on display for several years. When we stick a
RiverBills sticker it stays stuck.
Stay warm
Gary
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here and check it out...
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sat Pic
click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was sent to us by Capt'n Patrick Wrischnik
Alton Bluffs
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sat Pic
Click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was sent to us by Claudis Burris who hails out of Hoppies Marina
in Kimmswick, Mo
Hi Bill!
We all got together at Harbor Point Yacht Club to carve
jack-o-lanterns. It was a spooky affair. BOO!
See you on the river!
Claudia Burris
Hoppie’s Marina Correspondent
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You Just Never
Know
Who You Will
See On The River
Mississippi
River at Kimmswick, Mo
Sat Pic
Click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was sent to us by Claudis Burris who hails out of Hoppies marina
in Kimmswick, Mo
Hi Bill,
Monster truck drivers Shannon Quick and Larry Quick stopped at
Hoppie’s Marina in their Harbor Master before heading on to
Nashville, Tennessee. Shannon, one of very few female drivers in
the monster truck industry, drives “Girl Power.” Champion Larry
Quick drives “Ghost Ryder.”
For more information check out their facebook pages:
Shannon Quick-Girl Power Monster Truck
Larry quick / monster truck driver
See you on the river!
Claudia Burris
Hoppie’s Marina Correspondent
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
New Orleans
Sat Pic
Click pic to enlarge
A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was posted on
RiverBills Boaters Group by Jewelz Elizabeth
RiverBill’s on
Bourbon Street
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here and check it out...
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Peace out 2020
That’s a wrap goodbye 2020 season!
Friday Oct 30 through Sunday November 1.
Help us get rid of everything. All food and
drinks must go as we are closing this
winter.
Buy 1 get 1 . We love you all but have to
take a much needed break
Last day November 1 .
We are resting and then working on the 2021
season. Hope to see you soon
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
2019..
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was sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher....
RiverBill,
A little rain moved in on us Friday but didn’t last long.
Brad Maher
Alton Motorboat Club
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
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Added Sunday
Grafton Ferry
Last Day Of Operation........
Reprinted from riversandroutes.com..
click here
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Added Sunday
S.S. Hail Mary
Journey Down The Mississippi River is Complete........
Click here to read this news story |
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Added Sunday
Missouri River Management
Corps Working To Improve River
Transportation........
After three years of high water along the
Missouri River, it's infrastructure is in need of serious
repairs. The damage is causing issues with barges transporting
commodities down the Missouri River to the coastal ports for
overseas shipping.
Colonel William Hannan, Commander of the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District says that the past
three years have taken their toll on the Missouri River.
Hannan says that in addition to damaging
several levees, the high water caused damage to the structures
that support river navigation. As the Missouri River has
returned to normal levels, it has dropped below the level of the
damaged structures, resulting in shoaling, or low spots in the
river........
Click here to
read this news article from kmaland.com
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Added Sunday
Did You Know
Hydropower...US Army Corps of Engineers
St. Paul District........
Reprinted from US Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District
Facebook...
click here |
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Added Sunday
Boat Drinks
New Whiskey Aged On The Mississippi
River........
There are many steps involved in distilling
whiskey, many of which involve water. Even though water is
considered to be an ingredient in the production process, there
are some brands and distilleries such as Jefferson's. Cane Land
Distilling and Pilot House Distilling on some form of floating
platform.
Now, Brown Water Spirits is joining the fray
with the introduction of their "river aged" O.H. Ingram
whiskey. According to the distiller, the new O.H. Ingram River
Aged Straight Whiskey comes from Kentucky, where it is aged in a
floating rickhouse moored along the riverbank in Ballard County.
It is said that the whiskey is exposed to the
climate of the Mississippi River, with it's drastic rise and
fall causing a unique interaction between the wood and spirit.
The constant motion guarantees that the whiskey never stops
working creating an extraordinary spirit with a taste mature
beyond it's years........
Click here to
read this news story from thewhiskeywash.com.
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Added Sunday
Boating Lifestyle
NMMA: Get On Board Campaign A
Success........
Over the summer, the recreational boating and
fishing industries teamed up in support of a public service
campaign intended to urge the everyone to get out on the water.
The campaign was quite successful on many levels.
The Get On Board campaign from Discover
Boating and Take Me Fishing increased the industry's reach at a
time when consumers were looking for safe outdoor recreation was
at an all-time high amid the COVID-19 outbreak. The campaign
netted 1.8 billion impressions and over 20 million online video
views.
Frank Peterson, president and CEO of the
Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation says that they
teamed up with the National Marine Manufacturers Association and
the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas to create a
first-of-it's-kind effort to bring new and existing audiences
into our fold........
Click here to
read this news report from boatingindustry.com.
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 21, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
364.2 - L/D RESTRICTIONS
Significant damage has been reported at L/D 19 in the
vicinity of Mile 364.2. The USACE Little Rock District has
instituted the following restrictions. Tows headed
south-bound shall avoid landing or rubbing on the upper
river wall between the bullnose end and the upper gate
recess. The area between the bullnose end and upper gate
recess is significantly damaged. Mariners are advised to
favor the Iowa shoreline, continue using a helper boat and
if necessary come to complete stop in order to align with
the lock chamber before south-bound entry. Mariners should
be alert for and abide by any further instructions from the
lockmaster. The lock may be contacted at (319) 524-2631 or
via VHF-FM Channel 14, for assistance.
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,474 members as of
10-25-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River At Cape Girardeau,
Missouri
Salvage Work Has Begun On Sunken Cement
Barge........
Salvage crews have begun working on
recovering a barge filled with raw bulk cement that sank in
January at the Upper Mississippi River Mile Marker 51.8 near
Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Ohio Valley has
established a safety zone from Mile Marker 50 to Mile Marker 52,
which limits traffic to one way at a time and a reduction in
speed to the slowest speed possible.
Okie Moore Diving and Marine Salvage is
heading up the salvage operation. The barge and concrete will
be hydraulically hammered into smaller, more manageable pieces
prior to being raised above water for disposal........
Click here to
read this news report from waterwaysjournal.net.
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Illinois Waterways
LaGrange Lock Reopening........
Reprinted from the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island
District...
click here
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LaGrange Lock and Dam on the Illinois River at Versailles, IL
Google Maps..
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Chicago Sanitary And Ship Canal
Lockport, Illinois Commercial
Waterfront Property On Auction Block........
A parcel of industrially zoned waterfront
property in Lockport, Illinois, located 40 minutes from
Chicago, is scheduled to be auctioned off on November 20th
by Williams & Williams Real Estate Auctions.
The property consists of 180 acres
formerly utilized as a Texaco refinery. The parcel boasts
rail access with an opportunity to obtain a lease for barge
access adjacent to the property along a 90 foot frontage
corridor.
The parcel is part of a 580 acre property
that had been environmentally remediated down to bare
earth. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has
declared that no further action is necessary for 520
acres........
Click here to
read this news article from waterwaysjournal.net
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SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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Floodplains......
Reprinted from the 1
Mississippi Facebook...Click
here
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Winerization
Lake Center Marina........
Reprinted from Lake Center Marina Facebook...
click here
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Saturday, October 31, 2020
Children's Owl-A-Ween
TreeHouse Wildlife Center, Dow, IL........
Join TreeHouse Wildlife Center as we host our
first ever children's Owl-A-Ween event October 31st. Enjoy a
safe walk through stations filling up your goodie bag as you go.
You will receive: a randomly selected Halloween bag, crafts,
activity sheets, and owl photos. You will be able to visit with
several of our Education Ambassadors. Staff and volunteers will
wear masks and gloves. We ask our guests to wear masks as well
to protect our animals, staff, volunteers, and other guests. Be
amazed by Professor Longhair and visit with Kayla from the
Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Smokey the Bear and
Dorothy the Education Snake will be joining Kayla. Costumes
encouraged!
You must make a reservation for 10am-11:30 am, 12pm-1:30pm, or
2pm-3:30pm. Cost is $10 per child. Pay online
www.treehousewildlifecenter.com/donate or call 618-466-2990.
Each time block will be limited to 50 guests total. Please visit
our Facebook events page for more information:
www.facebook.com/events/709112229950374 In case of rain, we
will hold a drive-thru event.
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Boat Shopping
Avoid Scams When Buying, Selling A
Boat........
As the weather turns colder and the boats are
put away for the season, many boaters will be hunkered over a
computer screen looking at buying or selling a boat. The bad
guys are online as well, looking to separate you from your hard
earned money. BoatUS has come up with a list of things to look
for in boat ads that may be clues that the ad is not on the up
and up.........
Click here to
read this article from lakeexpo.com.
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Boat Propulsion Manufacturer
Mercury Marine, Beneteau Partnership
Now Worldwide........
Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick
Corporation, recently solidified their relationship with boat
manufacturer Beneteau and is expanding on a worldwide scale.
This announcement comes two years after the companies announced
a North American partnership.
Marty Bass, Mercury Marine EMEA president
says that over the past few years, the relationship between
Mercury and Beneteau has continued to grow, and they are looking
forward to offering boaters around the world a superior boat and
engine package.
Luca Brancaleon, Groupe Beneteau brand and
product strategy general manager says that they are pleased to
expand their partnership with Mercury Marine, noting that demand
for higher horsepower outboards has increased and Mercury Marine
has proven to be a good partner to Beneteau........
Click here to
read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photo
Check out GroupeBeneteau website...
click here
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
10-24-20
This is the menu for our Alton
location however Alton has steaks and Grafton facility
doesn’t!..
click here
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
HALLOWEEN PARTY SAT OCT 24
You all know how we do this! Costume contests ,
giveaways , great bands !
All costumes must be made( no rentals) . $500.00 in cash
and prizes.
$10.00 at the door. More details coming soon. Plastic
Kings @7
This is a outdoor event.
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last weekend
open Oct 29 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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FRIDAY
23 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Welcome
New Advertiser !
Sioux Harbor
UMR 212 at
Portage des Sioux, MO
(636) 288-1111
click here |
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
were sent to us by Capt'n Joey Kaltenbach
Cuivre Slough
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
Click pic to enlarge
A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was posted by Krystal Harris
Do you see what
I see ?
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here and check it out...
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RiverBills Sticker Sighting
New Orleans
Click pic to enlarge
A RiverBills Sticker
Sighting.....
was posted on
RiverBills Boaters Group by Jewelz Elizabeth
Another
Riverbills Sticker sighting along the good ole Mississippi River
in NOLA!
Loving it
here!— in French Quarter ?
RiverBills Sticker Sighting Page
Click here and check it out...
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Hey goons & gals, this is a party you don’t
wanna miss!! Claudia Rose starts at 2
o’clock & Plastics Kings hits the stage at 7
o’clock ! The boathouse doors open at 12:00
PM- This is an OUTDOOR EVENT! Come hungry we
will have delicious food and spooky drinks
located on the festival grounds. Take a
break during the festivities and Make your
way up to the boathouse, which will be open
during the shows
Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
Last weekend open October 29
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
2018 "D" Dock Ribbon
Cutting
Grafton Harbor
Confluence of
the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
2018..
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was sent to us by Capt'n Bob
Steffen of
First Mate Boat Sales
It's the Ribbon Cutting ceremony
for the new "D" Dock at
Grafton Harbor !
RiverBill had the honors.
D Dock is
Home to:
St. Louis Jet Ski Rentals
First Mate Boat Sales
and
Docking for Transient
Boaters
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
!
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 21, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
364.2 - L/D RESTRICTIONS
Significant damage has been reported at L/D 19 in the
vicinity of Mile 364.2. The USACE Little Rock District has
instituted the following restrictions. Tows headed
south-bound shall avoid landing or rubbing on the upper
river wall between the bullnose end and the upper gate
recess. The area between the bullnose end and upper gate
recess is significantly damaged. Mariners are advised to
favor the Iowa shoreline, continue using a helper boat and
if necessary come to complete stop in order to align with
the lock chamber before south-bound entry. Mariners should
be alert for and abide by any further instructions from the
lockmaster. The lock may be contacted at (319) 524-2631 or
via VHF-FM Channel 14, for assistance.
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,472 members as of
10-23-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Missouri River Near Washington,
Missouri
Four People Rescued From The Missouri
River.........
Thursday evening, four people were rescued
from the Missouri River near the Highway 47 Bridge at
Washington, Missouri. Washington Fire Chief Tim Frankenberg
reports that the group was running a 28 foot fiberglass boat
when it struck an object and began to take on water.
The four people were all wearing life jackets
and there were no injuries reported. Officials did not release
the names of the four individuals, nor were any injured
reported........
Click here to
read thins ewes tidbit from emissourian.com. With
Photo.
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Upper Mississippi River Near La Crosse,
Wisconsin
4 Asian Carp With Tracking Devices
Released Into Pool 8........
Four silver carp were recently captures,
fitted with tracking equipment and released back into the
Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wisconsin as part of efforts
to stop the carp's spread.
Commercial fishermen that were contracted by
the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to carry out
netting operations in the region captured the invasive Asian
carp. Commercial netting operations will continue throughout
the fall as river conditions allow.
The most recent netting operations were in
response to the capture of Asian carp in Pool 8 during the
spring carp surveillance. Researchers will be monitoring the
tagged carp's habits and movements........
Click here to
read this news article from einnews.com.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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November 5-8 & 12-15, 2020
World Wide Marine Training
November Classes at New Classroom in Chesterfield, Mo
Reprinted form
World Wide Marine Training Facebook...
click here
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SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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Boat Manufacturer
Nautique, Yanmar, and Mastry Engine
Canter Team Up For Wake Sports Application........
Marine propulsion supplier Yanmar Marine
International, southeast U.S. Yanmar distributor, Mastry Engine
Center and Nautique Boat company have teamed up to develop a
diesel propulsion package for the recreational wake sports
industry and the superyacht tender market.
Initially announced two years ago, the group
has developed an innovative propulsion package based upon the
Yanmar 8LV379 marine diesel engine. The package includes custom
speed control technology.
THe Yanmar diesel is now the world's first
fully-integrated diesel propulsion option for wake sports
boats. It will be offered in the newly launched 2021 model year
Super Air Nautique G23 and G25 wake series boas........
Click here to
read this news story from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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River
History....
23 October 2006 In River History
Dozens passengers aboard the Mississippi Queen Riverboat got sick from a
stomach virus on a trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis. The boat had to make
un-planned stops in Paducah, Ky and then Cape Girardeau, Mo. where the sick
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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For the Younger Boaters
The National Operations Center for Water Safety
New Bobber the Water Safety Dog Posters
and Coloring Sheets......
Reprinted from the
National Great Rivers Museum Facebook...Click
here
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Riverbend Tourism
New Head Of Great Rivers & Routes
Tourism Bureau Named........
Officials recently announced that Cory Jobe,
the former director of the Illinois Office of Tourism has been
named to be the new president and CEO of the Great Rivers &
Routes Tourism Bureau. Jobe will take over as soon as November
15th.
Jobe was hired on October 16th following a
two month search for the CEO position after the resignation of
Brett Stawar in August. Stawar was hired for a similar job in
the Port Aransas/Mustang Island area.
John Hopkins, chairman of the Bureau's board
of directors says that the hiring of Jobe elevates the Great
Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau to a new level, where the sky is
truly the limit........
Click here to read this news article from advantagenews.com
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
09-29-20
Don't forget 3rd Chute still has to
50 Cent peel and eat shrimp Cajun and regular 7 days a week
dine-in only we also have the two piece catfish dinner
served 7 days a week both locations
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
HALLOWEEN PARTY SAT OCT 24
You all know how we do this! Costume contests ,
giveaways , great bands !
All costumes must be made( no rentals) . $500.00 in cash
and prizes.
$10.00 at the door. More details coming soon. Plastic
Kings @7
This is a outdoor event.
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last weekend
open Oct 29 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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THURSDAY
21 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Welcome
New Advertiser !
Sioux Harbor
UMR 212 at
Portage des Sioux, MO
(636) 288-1111
click here |
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click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
is by Ron Holt
Wandering Morning Clouds
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Hey goons & gals, this is a party you don’t
wanna miss!! Claudia Rose starts at 2
o’clock & Plastics Kings hits the stage at 7
o’clock ! The boathouse doors open at 12:00
PM- This is an OUTDOOR EVENT! Come hungry we
will have delicious food and spooky drinks
located on the festival grounds. Take a
break during the festivities and Make your
way up to the boathouse, which will be open
during the shows
Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
Last weekend open October 29
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
RiverBills
Shirt Sighting
and
Catch of the
Day
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
2019..
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was sent to us by Lori Missey Uskiwich
It's John Uskiwich
sporting his
Good Luck
RiverBills Catfishin'
Shirt
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
!
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 14, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
194.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the USACE contract
vessel M/V GRAND TOWER is conducting dredging operations in
the vicinity of Mile 194.0, Upper Chain of Rocks Canal
Entrance. Work will be conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00
p.m., each day. The M/V GRAND TOWER will monitor VHF-FM
Channel 13 and requests 30-minutes advance notice of
passage. No channel closures are expected with this
operation. Mariners are requested 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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff.. MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock L/D
in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for
maintenance..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,473 members as of
10-20-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Missouri River Near St. Joseph,
Missouri
The River Is Running Lower Than Recent
Years........
The level of the Missouri River at the St.
Joseph port may be lower than it has been in the past several
years, it doesn't mean that the river levels are not normal for
this time of year.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says that
the river levels along the Lower Missouri River are right where
they are supposed to be. John Remus, chief of Missouri River
basin water management for the Corps says that the river level
is not low, it is normal.
Remus says that in the latter part of 2017,
and all of 2018 and 2019, the Missouri River was running very
high, and now, it is down to what would be considered no more
than normal for this time of year. The river is closed at the
St. Joseph port, as it is only at 7 feet, and it needs to be
higher than nine feet for barges to be able to safely
move.........
Click here to
read this news report from newspressnow.com. With
Photo.
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Saturday, Sunday.... October 24 & 25
Grafton Riverside Flea Market.........
This coming Sat & Sun Sat - Sun: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AT the Loading Dock
401 E Front St, Grafton, IL 62037, USA
click here
for more information on Facebook
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Lake Center Marina
Winterization Services.........
Reprinted from Lake Center Facebook....click here
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Boat Manufacturer
Brunswick Facility Achieves Zero Waste
To Landfill Designation.........
Reprinted from Grafton Police Department Benefit Facebook....
click here to view photos of the paintings and place a bid
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Marty McKay River Puzzles.......
"Picture This and More" is located in Alton, IL
502 W Delmar Ave, Ste A, Alton, IL 62002
click here for Facebook
Lady La Marsh Gallery in Grafton has them too. They are
located next to Knotty by Nature in Grafton. If Lady La Marsh is
closed, go next door to Knotty By Nature and they will
open and sell them.
Lady La Marsh Gallery,
25 E Main St, Grafton Illinois
click here for Facebook
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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October 24 - 31, 2020
River des Peres Trash Bash.......
Our annual clean-up event will be a little different this year,
but we still need your help to take care of greenways and parks
in the River des Peres Watershed! Instead of a one day cleanup,
you can remove trash and debris at your chosen site anytime
between October 24-31. Volunteers and members of their immediate
household can choose from multiple cleanup sites within the
watershed. Work gloves and trash bags will be provided.
Pre-registration is required so you can choose your specific
cleanup site and get more information on where to pick up
supplies. Because this is a self-guided cleanup, we'll send you
a map, details on where to dispose of the trash you find along
with important safety tips. Thanks in advance for your help!
Choose from multiple cleanup locations along greenways and in
parks in the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, University
City, Webster Groves, Shrewsbury, Crestwood and more!
Register for Trash Bash Here
Reprinted from Great Rivers
Greenway e-mailing
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Missouri River Near Columbia, Missouri
Missouri River Relief Hosting Cleanups This
Weekend........
This weekend, Missouri River Relief will be hosting a
volunteer series of community and equipment-based river cleanups, which will
be held at Cooper's Landing south of Columbia.
In order for Missouri River Relief to meet state and
local guidelines, the organization has expanded their volunteer days from
one to a total of three. Face coverings will be required, as well as social
distancing practices aboard the boats. Capacity has been reduced by at
least 50 percent to ensure social distancing.
Missouri River Relief is anticipating approximately 90
volunteers across the 3 day cleanup, as registration is full. The cleanups
will begin at 9 am, regardless of weather, and will run until noon each
day........
Click here to read
this news article from columbiamissourian.com.
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SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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Chattahoochee River Near Columbus,
Georgia
Florida Angler Breaks Georgia Blue
Catfish Record........
A Florida angler recently broke the Georgia
record for catching the largest blue catfish in Georgia, and
this monster was caught in the Chattahoochee River near
Columbus, Georgia.
Havana,. Florida resident Tim Trone took a
weekend trip to visit friends in Georgia as well as to take part
in a fishing tournament. He began thinking that he had caught a
50 pound catfish, besting his own personal best catch of 40
pounds.
When they finally landed to fish, it bottomed
out the scale, and Trone said he knew he beat the Georgia state
record. After locating another weighing site, the blue cat came
in at 110 pounds, six ounces, taking the Georgia record........
Click here to
read this news story from fox2now.com. With
Video.
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Boat Show News
Enhanced Parking, Transportation
Offered At FLIBS........
Organizers of the Fort Lauderdale
International Boat Show have announced that they have added
additional shuttle busses and water taxi services to ferry show
attendees about during the 5 day outdoor boat show while
offering socially distanced seating for passengers.
Both the shuttle busses and water taxis will
follow the show's new safety and health guidelines including
deep cleaning prior to visitors board. Before boarding the
water taxi, guests will have their temperature checked after
their tickets are scanned through a contactless system.
FLIBS attendees will have the opportunity to
safely experience hundreds of exciting exhibits planned for the
nearly 90 acre show spanning across six waterfront
locations........
Click here to
read this news article from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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News
Release From BoatUS
CARTERSVILLE
, Ga., Oct. 21, 2020 – Every public safety department is
familiar with EVOC – the Emergency Vehicles Operators Course
that teaches first responders the necessary skills to operate an
emergency vehicle safely. But what happens when the vehicle is a
boat? Operating a recreational vessel on a swift-moving river or
stormy lake requires boat handling skills not taught in a
classroom.
In partnership with the
National Safe Boating Council (NSBC),
TowBoatUS Lake Allatoona, a 24-hour on water towing and
assistance service based in Cartersville, recently hosted a
three-day “Essentials of Close Quarters and Open Water Boat
Control” on-water instructor certification course for local
first responders. The course was one of many offered across the
country each year by local partners and NSBC, a national public
private coalition that provides safe boating educational
resources, outreach programming, and training opportunities.
“This was a train-the-trainer type of event,” said TowBoatUS
Lake Allatoona owner Capt. Chris Day. “Now, these firemen are
NSBC-certified instructors and can teach the basic Boat Control
On-Water Training to other local boaters or fellow first
responders back at the firehouse.”
Day, a former law enforcement officer and NSBC-certified
instructor trainer, added, “Many public safety departments have
a big need for this kind of training. Firefighters are taught
how to fight fires, but there is a gap in boat safety and
handling skills. That’s where we help.” Day says he will
continue to offer NSBC courses to meet regional demand, much of
it coming from Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, Mississippi and
Alabama.
All NSBC courses include certified instructors who train boat
operators in close quarters maneuvers such as docking and
fueling sites, then progress to advanced open water maneuvers,
increasing handling skills and confidence. Training vessels are
provided and course pricing varies by location. Course content
conforms to the American National Standard for on-water skills
as verified through an independent third-party assessment
process. To find out more about any of the NSBC’s training
courses go to
safeboatingcouncil.org.
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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 |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
09-29-20
Don't forget 3rd Chute still has to
50 Cent peel and eat shrimp Cajun and regular 7 days a week
dine-in only we also have the two piece catfish dinner
served 7 days a week both locations
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
HALLOWEEN PARTY SAT OCT 24
You all know how we do this! Costume contests ,
giveaways , great bands !
All costumes must be made( no rentals) . $500.00 in cash
and prizes.
$10.00 at the door. More details coming soon. Plastic
Kings @7
This is a outdoor event.
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
10-21-20
Cheers, Nelly!!
Come get your Nelly Budweiser at Riviera Too TODAY!
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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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..................... |
Last weekend
open Oct 29 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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WEDNESDAY
20 BOATOBER
2020
Over 10.5 Million Boater
Visits
Since Sept
12, 2004
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
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Welcome
New Advertiser !
Sioux Harbor
UMR 212 at
Portage des Sioux, MO
(636) 288-1111
click here |
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click pic to enlarge
The Picture of the Day....
was posted by Marty Mckay
Click here and check out more of Marty's photos !
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Open Fri, Sat &
Sun
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
HALLOWEEN PARTY SATURDAY OCTOBER 24
You
all know how we do this! Costume contests ,
giveaways , great bands !
All costumes must be made( no rentals) .
$500.00 in cash and prizes.
$10.00 at the door.
Claudia Rose @ 2 o'clock, Plastic Kings @7
This is a outdoor event.
click here for flyer
Last weekend open October 29
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
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First
Mate is a boat brokerage located on the
beautiful upper Mississippi.
We sell
boats and will find you the perfect boat!
Click
here
for Facebook
Click here
for
Website
Browse Our Boats
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Yesteryear's
Picture on this Day
The 2019 Con Trios Membership
Party
RiverBills Place
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Denny and Nora Moore
setting up for the party
It's the beautiful
Marissa and RiverBill
Marissa selling raffle tickets to Capt'n Rick Haines
The 2020 Con
Trios Board
Click pic to enlarge
The
Picture of YesterYear's On This Day in
2019..
Just a few pictures
from Saturday's Con Trios Yacht Club Membership party at
RiverBills Place, Woodland Marina
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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More Boats
on
RiverBills.com
"All
Classifieds Page"
click here
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River News
!
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Click here........ Port Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles Harbor Facebook
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED October 14, 2020
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE
200.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until November 9, 2020, the Mel Price L/D 26
(auxiliary chamber) in the vicinity of Mile 200.5, is closed
to navigation for repair. The main chamber is available to
pass traffic, during this closure. Mariners should be alert
for and abide by any special instructions from the
lockmaster.
MILE
200.5 - L/D RESTRICTION
The bullnose protection armor, for the lower long wall of
the Mel Price L/D (main chamber) is experiencing
deterioration. Continuing until further notice, all tows
transiting the main lock are requested to stay off the lower
long wall bullnose. Mariners should be alert for and abide
by any special instructions from the lockmaster.
MILE
194.0 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the USACE contract
vessel M/V GRAND TOWER is conducting dredging operations in
the vicinity of Mile 194.0, Upper Chain of Rocks Canal
Entrance. Work will be conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00
p.m., each day. The M/V GRAND TOWER will monitor VHF-FM
Channel 13 and requests 30-minutes advance notice of
passage. No channel closures are expected with this
operation. Mariners are requested 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.
ILLINOIS RIVER
MILE
271.5 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until 6:00 p.m., October 24, 2020, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed for maintenance. Mariners are requested not to tie up
to the guidewalls during this time, unless directed by lock
staff.
MILE 271.5
- TEMPORARY L/D CLOSURES
Commencing October 25, 2020 and continuing until October
29, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., each day, the
Dresden Island L/D in the vicinity of Mile 271.5, will be
closed to navigation. In addition, a 70-foot width
restriction will be in place and the lock will not be able
to pull cuts in either direction. Mariners are requested not
to tie up to the guidewalls during this time, unless
directed by lock staff.. MILE 231.0 - L/D CLOSURE
Continuing until October 30, 2020, the Starved Rock L/D
in the vicinity of Mile 231.0, will be closed for
maintenance..
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI
RIVER - CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following areas are in the
low water watch phase IAW the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson Reach (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington Reach (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. All vessels
SHALL transit these areas at a slow speed near fleeting
areas, to minimize wake impact, due to the narrow channel
width. Tow operators are advised to place the heaviest
barges in the middle of the tow and identify fleeting
areas in the event of a river closure. Mariners are
requested to transit these areas with caution and contact
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River via VHF-FM
Channel 16, or at (314) 269-2332, or via e-mail at
sumrwaterways@uscg.mil, to report shoaling, hazardous
conditions or missing aids to navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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RiverBills Facebook
Two FaceBook Pages
for You
The "River News and
Media" Page
Page
contains river news, RiverBills Pictures of the Day,
Upcoming River Events, info from RiverBills.com advertisers,
etc.....
Click here
and check it out
The "Boaters Group"
Page
It's a
group for all the boaters on all the rivers near the "PORT
OF ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND." It's a Public Group, open to
anyone that wants to join in. A place to post your boating
pictures, shout outs, questions, comments, etc. Stay
in touch with other boaters all year long. Invite your
Boating Friends.
We have 7,468 members as of
10-20-20.......
Click here
and check it out.
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River Gear For Sale............
Click here to
buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Missouri River Management
Climate Stations Monitoring Moisture In
The Upper Missouri River Basin........
A $48 million project will be used to fund
climate monitoring stations along the Upper Missouri River Basin
in five states, including Wyoming. Ginger Paige, University of
Wyoming Professor of Water Resources says that the project will
monitor the plains.
Paige says that the overall goal of the
project is to set up a fairly dense network of climate
monitoring stations around the Upper Missouri River Basin at
elevations of about 5,500 feet and below.
The climate stations will measure moisture,
temperature and wind. Paige noted that the flooding that has
occurred in the past has been because of moisture in the
plains. She adds that there is not a lot of climate data for
that region, and the information will help with prediction
models........
Click here to
read this news report from wyomingpublicmediia.org.
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No new
incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Boat Manufacturer
Brunswick Facility Achieves Zero Waste
To Landfill Designation.........
Brunswick Corporation recently announced that
their Fort Wayne Operations is their first boat manufacturing
facility to earn Zero Waste to Landfill status. The achievement
represents a major milestone in Brunswick's efforts to advance
their sustainability mission.
The Zero Waste to Landfill designation
process requires the facility to show that 90 percent of it's
waste materials are being recycled, reused or otherwise
eliminated. The Fort Wayne Team was able to pass their goal by
achieving 97 percent during the last evaluation period.
Brunswick's Fort Wayne facility is where they
construct their Harris and Cypress Cay pontoon boats. The
facility is also home to the Brunswick Pontoon Technology
Center........
Click here to
read this news article from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Boating Lifestyles
Do Presidents And Boating Go Hand-In-Hand?
With only two weeks before election day, it is still
anyone's guess as to who will win the election. It seems, however, that
Trump may have cornered an untapped demographic, the boater.
There have been multiple boat parades held in recent
weeks featuring boats mostly decked out in Trump signage and flags. There
has also been attempts at setting a Guinness World Record for the most
participants in a Trump-themed parade.
Many presidents have been avid boaters, including George
H.W. Bush, who had multiple fishing boats bearing the name Fidelity,
John F. Kennedy and Jackie were often out sailing aboard a boat dubbed Victura. During
World War II, Kennedy served aboard PT109 and others in the Pacific Theater.
Eight Presidents, from Herbert Hoover through Gerald
Ford, spent time aboard the presidential yacht Sequoia. The
104 foot long Trumpy-designed presidential yacht was sold off by Jimmy
Carter, who claimed it was a waste of taxpayer money........
Click here to read
this news story from tradeonlytoday.com.
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SEE OUR BOATS
GET A SLIP
https://longshotmarina.com/
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Mississippi River Near Marquette, Iowa
Car Stolen 14 Years Ago Recovered From
The Mississippi River........
Last week, responders recovered a car stolen
in 2006 in Muscoda, Wisconsin from the Mississippi River near
the Marquette City boat ramp in Iowa. The Clayton County
Sheriff's Office and Mar-Mac Police Department in Iowa were able
to successfully recover the vehicle from the west channel of the
Mississippi River.
The car, a yellow 1985 Lincoln Town Car was
first discovered in 2017 by a local angler. The Lacrosse County
Dive Unit examined the vehicle in November 2017.
Over the next three years, river levels and
environmental restrictions had prevented further efforts to
remove the vehicle. Thanks to low and stable river levels, the
Delhi Fire Department Dive Team and Tegeler Wrecker and Crane
were able to recover the car........
Click here to
read this news article from wkow.com.
With Photo and Video.
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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River
History....
21
July 2011 in River History
Alex Linnell passes through downtown St. Louis on his paddle board trip
down the Mississippi River.
Alex began his 2350 mile/60+ day trip from the headwaters of Lake Itasca in
Minnesota down the Mississippi River to New Orleans to raise money for the
American Red Cross to assist Spring 2011 Mississippi River flood victims and
to promote enthusiasm for the emerging sport of SUP in America’s Heartland.
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Pool
26
Halloween Parties
Bluff City Grill.........................................
Sat, Oct 31
Boathouse...............................................
Sat, Oct
24
Fat Boy's at
Two Rivers Marina..............
Sat, Oct 31
Froge's Bar &
Grill................................... Sat, Nov 7
Grafton Oyster
Bar.................................. Sat, Oct
31
Look for updates as they become available
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Marine Jobs
Surroundings Trade Only....
A few of the jobs listed this week include:
~ Technical Account Manager
Positions (2) - Mercury Marine
~ Composites/Lamination Manager and Mold Maintenance
Supervisor-Scout Boats
~ West Coast of Florida and Gulf Sales & Technical
Representative - Propspeed
Check out the marine jobs on the Trade
Only Job Board...
click here
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The Titanic
Plans For Retrieving Titanic's Radio
Prompts Debate About Human Remains........
The company that owns the salvage rights to
the wreck of the Titanic are planning on
retrieving the ship's Marconi radio equipment from the wreck,
and concerns have arisen that there may still be remains of
passengers and crew within the wreck.
Lawyers for the U.S. Government has raised
that question as part of a continuing battle in court to block
the planned expedition. Archaeologists say remains could still
be aboard the wreck, and they believe that the company does not
consider the possibility in their dive plans.
The company, RMS Titanic Inc. wants to
display the Titanic's Marconi wireless telegraph machine, which
broadcast the sinking vessel's distress calls and helped save
the lives of around 700 people........
Click here to
read this news report from thetelegraph.com.
With Photos.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill 211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
09-29-20
Don't forget 3rd Chute still has to
50 Cent peel and eat shrimp Cajun and regular 7 days a week
dine-in only we also have the two piece catfish dinner
served 7 days a week both locations
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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 |
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Sat..Oct 31..
Stubbefield Band in the Sports Bar
7-11pm
Drink Specials
Costume Contest at 9:30pm
Dining, Curbside & CARRYOUT
CONTACT FREE Order Online Curbside Pickup
OPEN For LUNCH & DINNER WED- SUN!
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link
2. Order your food how you want it, pay online
3. Park in Curbside & Call Restaurant when you arrive
Kitchen Hours
Wed & Thurs...11-9pm
Fri & Sat.........11-10pm
Sun.................11-9pm
Check out our Daily Drink & Food
Specials
Call (618) 433-8288 for Reservation
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
THURSDAY AT 12 PM CDT
Kandace going away Party
HALLOWEEN PARTY SAT OCT 24
You all know how we do this! Costume contests ,
giveaways , great bands !
All costumes must be made( no rentals) . $500.00 in cash
and prizes.
$10.00 at the door. More details coming soon. Plastic
Kings @7
This is a outdoor event.
Last weekend Open October 29
Open Fri, Sat... 11am - 11pm,
Sun...11am-10pm
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
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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 |
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Cedar Hill
Resort
Mississippi
River
1 mile below
Winfield Dam
Closed and For Sale
Contact Jay at 618 772 5766
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Con Trios Yacht
Club
About:
Social Yacht Club centered around the Alton Pool (Pool 26)
of the Mississippi River, website is
www.contriosyachtclub.org
Founding Date....1966
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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
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Froge's Bar
and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
$1.50 cans every Friday from 9pm-close
Sat...Nov 7...Halloween Party..8pm
click here
for more information
1530 Highway J
Portage Des Sioux, Missouri 63373
(636) 899-1139
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
We have
pontoon boat rentals available
2 hours: $195
4 hours: $295
8 hours: $488
Includes gas and tax!!
Call: 618-786-7678 |
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Grafton Harbor
Grafton Harbor River Adventures
Fall Foliage Sunset Cruises
4:15-6:15pm, Oct. 17 & 24 • $29/person,
4-6pm November 7 * $29/person
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 |
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Oct 20 thru Nov 3....
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton
Oyster Bar
Grafton Harbor
Halloween Party... Sat...Oct 31
Open:
Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday and Saturday 11am-til the last
customer leaves
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at Golden
Eagle, IL
10-05-20
Hi Bill!
We have the foundation built!!! Unfortunately, since lumber
prices are so high right now we are putting a hold on the
build. Hoping all of this ends soon so we can get back to
it.
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
08-22-20
Foundation work started
"The plan is to keep it in the same location, maybe a little
closer to the river and up about 7 ft higher. The building
will be just a little smaller with a bigger deck."
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
Photo Gallery of tear down & rebuild..
click here
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Lake
Center Marina
MM224.4 UMR
Gated Entry and Video Security Where the fish are bitin’ and the bugs aren’t!
Weekly Mosquito Control
Need to fill up for your weekend water activities? Stop by for 24/7 pump outs & fuel docks
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
10-01-20
Don't get caught off-guard by the
freezing temps this fall! Contact our service department for
pricing on shrinkwrap and winterization packages
Welcome
to Lewis Boats! We are a family owned and operated company
that was established in 1993. Our focus is on building
relationships by providing the best in products and
services.
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!
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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
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Longshot
Saloon at Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for remodeling
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Mike's La Rosa at Longshot
Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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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 |
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Riviera Too
Food,
Beer, Wine
What’s for dinner
tonight?
We’ll make it easy for you!
C H I C K E N B A C O N R A N C H P I Z Z A
Call in 636-723-0005 or order online at
rivtoo.com
Best ICE in town!
Cold Beer
Great Wine Selection!
Yummy Pizza and Subs!
....Tell your friends!
Patio Open Thu - Sat..
5-10pm
Store Hours: Sun..10-9,
M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
The 2021 Yamaha Boats are here with 14 new models. There’s
an all-new 25-platform, new 25-foot wake boats, new 25-foot
FSH center console boats, four new 21-foot boats, the
expansion of our award-winning Drive Technology across the
line, and tons more.
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi
River at Louisiana, Mo
For pricing for the 2020 Winterization season, go to the
Services Tab.
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
October 9, 2020
The mouth of the harbor is back open
October 09, 2020
WILL BE PUMPING FUEL TOMORROW.
Gas dock opens at 8:30.
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Yacht Club was tore down
due to flood damage.
Rebuilding on hgher
ground !
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More Things
Going On This Week
click here
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River Ferries
Illinois River
Brussels Ferry............618 - 786-3636
Mississippi River
Golden Eagle Ferry ....618-
535-5759
Winfield Ferry.............618-
535-5759
Grafton
Ferry............ 1-800-258-6645
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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Restaurants
Who's Open.. Who's Closed
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Who's Open... Who's Closed........
3rd
Chute Bar & Grill ......................... |
Open |
Alton Marina Deli |
Open |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Open |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Last weekend
open Oct 29 |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For
Sale |
Driftwood Crab Shack @ Longshot Marina |
Closed
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Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open
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Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt
in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for
remodeling |
Mike's LaRosa@ Longshot Marina |
Closed for the
season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis..................... |
Being rebuilt
in new location |
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