FRIDAY
10 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
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to enlarge
The Featured Picture of the
Day..... was posted by Marty McKay
Check out more
of Marty's Work..
click here
Make sure you check out her Christmas ornaments
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River Christmas Party
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to enlarge
The Featured Pictures of the
Day..... are from last nights River Christmas Party at
Johnny's West
Reposted
from John Patrico Facebook
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Update
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough
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The Featured Photo of the Day.... is
from the Boathouse Food & Deck Webcam
Might be Buchanan's dredge on
Dardenne Slough
Update:
Richard Luttrell told me yesterday that this is a work barge of
the power line crew.
Go to www.RiverWebCams.com
for the last 10 pictures from the camera!
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Pelican City
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10 years Ago...
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
2011 .....
were sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher of the
River Road Renegades
RiverBill,
Here is a few pics from winter on the River two years ago by Piasa Island. I
like the River during all four seasons.
Brad Maher
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 08, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., through
December 9, 2021.
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
61.4 - BRIDGE REPAIR/WATERWAY CLOSURES - UPDATE
Norfolk and Western (Valley City) Railroad Drawbridge; Due
to sheerfence repairs involving diving ops, the navigation
channel will be blocked daily through December 10, 2021,
from 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. December 13-17, 2021, dive
operations will be performed both in the morning and
afternoon. Time frames of blockages will be 7:00 a.m. until
10:30 a.m. and then 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., each day.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI RIVER - AIDS TO NAVIGATION
All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S.
Coast Guard, are in place but will not be serviced for the
remainder of the 2021 navigation season. Mariners are urged
to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize
all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to
Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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We offer
full fiberglass repair, high performance upgrades, transom &
stringer rebuilds, service on older products, new & used
parts department, an accessories department, as well as many
other services to suit everyone's boating needs.
We continue to display our Yamaha
Sport Boats + Crest, Mercury + Yamaha Outboards and Heritage
& Haul Rite trailers
St. Charles Boat &
Motor
website St. Charles Boat &
Motor
Facebook
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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 10,551 as of
12-09-21....
click here and check it out.
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WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
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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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List Your Boat on RiverBills Classifieds
6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
riverbill@prodigy.net
Click here
and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page
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Duck Boat News
Duck Boat Tragedy Trial Decision
Delayed Until 2022........
On Thursday, Associate Circuit Judge Alan
Mark Blankenship ruled that the three men that were charged
following a tourist boat sinking on Table Rock Lake, killing 17
will be waiting until next year to find out if they will be
facing a criminal trial.
Following a two day preliminary hearing,
Judge Blankenship gave prosecutors until the end of the year to
respond to the defense attorneys motion to have the case
dismissed. Blankenship said he would set a court date next year
to announced his decision on whether the case will go to trial.
Kenneth Scott McKee, Curtis P. Lanham and
Charles V. Baltzell were each charged with 17 counts of first
degree involuntary manslaughter after an amphibious duck boat
sank on Table Rock Lake near Branson on July 19, 2018 during a
storm........
Click here to
read this news report from semissourian.com.
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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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Boating Safety
Sea Tow Announced 2021 Boating Safety
Awards Winners........
As part of the Marine Retailers Association
of the Americas' Dealer Week, the Sea Tow Foundation's Boating
Safety Advisory Council announced the six category winners of
the National Boating Safety Awards.
For the third year in a row, Sea Ray Boats
was awarded the Top Marine Manufacturer Award. Sea Tow
Foundation executive director Gail R. Kulp says that being
awarded the Top Marine Manufacturer award for three consecutive
years reflects on Sea Ray's commitment to boating safety.
MarineMax was another third year winner in
the Top Marine Retailer Award with More Than Three Locations
category. Kulp noted that MarineMax also heavily promoted
National Safe Boating Week and focused on the importance of life
jacket usage and designating a sober skipper........
Click here to
read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com
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Living Lands and Watters
End of year Letter........
If you are getting this email, it's because
you've been in the boat with us in one way or another
throughout our years of garbage removal efforts. As our 23rd
year of cleaning up America's rivers comes to a close, we
have YOU to thank. We could not do the work we love without
you all!
It's no secret that these last 2 years have been very
different than our previous years in operation. Covid was
continually changing causing LL&W to adjust and adapt, but
that did not stop the crew's dedication, passion, and hard
work to clean up America's rivers.
Below
is a letter from Chad, as well as some exciting links &
updates!
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Dear Friends,
What an amazing
year 2021 has been! I want to thank you for
helping us clean up our rivers. As this
letter reaches you, our team is still hard
at work on the river. In the past, we hosted
large community cleanups, but coming out of
COVID we needed to change that. In 2021, we
focused on hosting cleanups with smaller
groups which proved to be very productive!
To date, we have removed 562,108
pounds of garbage and
we still have one more cleanup!
This year our
MillionTrees Project set a new annual record
– by planting or distributing 173,830
trees.
Many of the areas that received trees were
impacted severely by the derecho last
August; these new trees will help revitalize
the devastated area over the coming years.
We expanded our efforts this year to include
Cleveland, which is in the Cuyahoga River
watershed. We worked with some amazing
volunteers and organizations, to not just
plant trees but to also work on the river.
As you may or may not know, the Cuyahoga
River was greatly affected by industrial
pollution which started on fire in 1969.
This led to the implementation of the Clean
Water Act.
Education in
communities and amongst students remains a
priority for us. Thanks to our education
team, our virtual workshops have been a hit
nationwide. To date, we’ve educated 3,144
students virtually in 13 states and
will have hundreds more participate before
the end of the year!
Our land
restoration efforts are ongoing and in March
we launched an effort to start a new
National Park by repurposing the Interstate
80 Bridge. Inspired by other infrastructure
repurposing projects and wildlife bridges
around the country, the Bison Bridge
Foundation was formed to develop a plan for
retaining the bridge and repurposing it as
the Bison Bridge. The Mississippi River
crossing would be transformed into a
pedestrian parkway on the eastbound lanes
and a crossing for wildlife, including a
small herd of American bison, on the
westbound lanes. The project has
gained supporters across six continents and
is only 12,942 signatures shy of reaching
our 50,000 signatures goal to help us move
the project forward. We believe millions of
people will not only be able to view
wildlife but learn how important the
Mississippi River is to wildlife, economy
and culture. To
learn more, visit bisonbridge.org.
As I said, 2021
has been an amazing year and our team
remains steadfast in our mission to clean
America’s rivers! Your continued support
means the world to us and we truly need it
to do our work. As I always say, “no matter
how you choose to contribute, you’re always
in the boat with us.” Thank you so much for
your time and consideration.
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Chad Pregracke
Founder and President
Living Lands and Waters |
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Reposted from Living Lands & Waters e-mailing
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
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Hop On A Plane For A Mini-Vacation....
News
Release From BoatUS
SAN
DIEGO, December 9, 2021 – Boating in San Diego is rated among
the best in the nation, but if you have no boating experience
how do you begin? A new partnership between San Diego based
Boater U and the national nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for
Boating Safety and Clean Water makes it easy with a series of
affordable three-hour courses for beginners as well as
experienced boat operators.
Beginning January 22 and taught comfortably aboard Boater U’s
20-foot twin engine RIB training vessel, each three-hour course
is priced at $175 and will be offered on Shelter Island at 2367
Shelter Island Drive. Courses offered include Introduction to
Powerboating, Precision Docking & Boat Handling, Open-Water Boat
Handling, and Open-Water Advanced Maneuvering. Signup can be
found at BoatUS.org/sandiego.
Class size is limited to four students per vessel, ensuring each
student gets sufficient time at the helm under the watchful eye
of a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain certified to teach the
National Safe Boating Council modular curriculum. The minimum
age to participate is 16 years old, and training follows all
COVID safety protocols. Early registration is encouraged, and
there is a three-person minimum for courses.
Boater U is a part of the maritime training company Training
Resources Maritime Institute (TRLMI), the largest maritime
training center on the West Coast.
“We are excited to partner with BoatUS Foundation to offer
boaters great training options for increasing their skills and
becoming safer on the water,” said Dave Abrams, CEO of Boater U.
“BoatUS Foundation is a recognized leader in the development and
promotion of boating safety programs, and we are thrilled that
they have chosen us to be their training partner.”
Alan Dennison, program supervisor for BoatUS Foundation added,
“The Boater U program has had great success so it seemed natural
to partner with them to offer our training options on the West
Coast. We expect to grow this program significantly in the years
ahead.”
All of the Foundation’s on-water courses can be found at
BoatUS.org/On-Water.
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This press
release reprinted by permission of Scott Croft of BoatUS...click
here
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Brunswick
Announces Manufacturing Expansion....
Brunswick
Corporation has announced the purchase of land in Reynosa,
Mexico, adjacent to its current boat manufacturing facility,
that will be used to expand its boat manufacturing capacity,
adding 150,000 square feet to the current facility, and
providing a total of 385,000 square feet of manufacturing
footprint for its Bayliner, Trophy, Heyday, Sea Ray, and Lund
brands.
The expansion will increase production capability by close to
60%.
Click here to read this news article from
BoatingIndustry.com
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Lower Mississippi River Shipping
Construction Begins On First
Mississippi River Wharf To Handle 1,200 Foot Vessels........
NOLA Oil Terminal recently announced the
start of construction on Phase 1 of an oil and refined products
terminal project in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. The project
will occupy some 158 acres at Lower Mississippi River Mile
Marker 59.
The $300 million wharf and dock bond funding
for the project was approved during the summer of 2021 and is
the largest bond issue approved in the region.
The NOLA Oil Terminal will be the first wharf
of it's kind in the area. The project will allow Mississippi
River access for the considerably larges vessels, such as the
New-Panamax and the Suezmax........
Click here to
read this news article from hellenicshippingnews.com. With
Photo.
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Niagara River At Niagara Falls, New
York
Update: Officials Say Woman Drove Into
River On Purpose........
On Thursday, officials stated that the woman
who died after her car plunged into the icy rapids just above
Niagara Falls likely drove into the Niagara River on purpose.
The New York State Park Police say that the "entry into the
water appears to be an intentional act."
The driver was a woman in her late 60s who
lived nearby. She was pulled from the car in the river on
Wednesday by a U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer who was lowered
on a cable mounted to a hovering helicopter.
During the time of the rescue, the sedan was
lodged on rocks near the precipice of the American Falls, which
is one of three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls........
Click here to
read this news update from newsnationnow.com. With
Photo.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
ORDER ONLINE
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link.
2. Order your food how you want it.
3. Pay online & pickup in store
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 11 Toni's Birthday party.
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drink is on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
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
12-12-21...Last day Open for the season The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
Dec 18, 2021 Christmas party..
click here
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Dec 08 - Dec 22... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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 the season.
See you April 2022
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Check Facebook page for
Yacht Club Restaurant status....
click here
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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 |
Closed |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Closed |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Last day Open
for the season..12-12-21 |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for the season |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Check Facebook page for Yacht Club Restaurant
status....
click here |
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THURSDAY
09 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough
click pic for larger view
The Featured Photo of the Day.... is
from the Boathouse Food & Deck Webcam
Might be Buchanan's dredge on
Dardenne Slough
Go to www.RiverWebCams.com
for the last 10 pictures from the camera!
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
2019 .....
was posted by Capt'n Mark Newlin on
RiverBills Boaters Group
Mark wrote:
The view from “My River Home” marina has to be best on the entire River !
Note: My River
Home is Now Longshot Marina
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 08, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., through
December 9, 2021.
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
61.4 - BRIDGE REPAIR/WATERWAY CLOSURES - UPDATE
Norfolk and Western (Valley City) Railroad Drawbridge; Due
to sheerfence repairs involving diving ops, the navigation
channel will be blocked daily through December 10, 2021,
from 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. December 13-17, 2021, dive
operations will be performed both in the morning and
afternoon. Time frames of blockages will be 7:00 a.m. until
10:30 a.m. and then 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., each day.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI RIVER - AIDS TO NAVIGATION
All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S.
Coast Guard, are in place but will not be serviced for the
remainder of the 2021 navigation season. Mariners are urged
to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize
all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to
Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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ST. CHARLES BOAT & MOTOR
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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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 10,546 as of
12-09-21....
click here and check it out.
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WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
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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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River History....
December 9, 2019 in River History
Demolition started on the old Yacht Club of St Louis building on
Dardenne Slough of Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
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List Your Boat on RiverBills Classifieds
6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
riverbill@prodigy.net
Click here
and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page
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Upcoming Events.. Saturday, Sunday...
December 11-12, 2021
Mississippi River At Hartford, Illinois
Arrival At Camp River Dubois Event
Coming Up........
This weekend, Saturday and Sunday, December
11 - 12, the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will be hosting
the Arrival at Camp River Dubois event. This year marks the 218
anniversary of the expedition's arrival.
Activities will take place in the
Interpretive Center from 10 am to 4 pm. The Arrival at Camp
River Dubois event is free and open to the public. The event
will feature reenactors and demonstrators who will interpret
what life was like wintering in the Riverbend region........
Click here to
read this news tidbit from riverbender.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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TODAY
TODAY
TODAY
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Annual River Christmas Party
Johnny's West on Dorsett Road
Reposted from
John Patrico Facebook Facebook..
click here
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Missouri River
Aids To Navigation
All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S. Coast
Guard, are in place but will not be serviced for the remainder
of the 2021 navigation season. Mariners are urged to transit the
Missouri River with caution and to utilize all U.S. Coast Guard
Broadcasts, the Local Notice to Mariners and electronic chart
displays, for navigation.
Reprinted from
"Local Notice To Mariners" report on the Navigation Center
Website
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Duck Club Yacht Club
Last Weekend Open For The Season.....
This Sunday is the last day open for the Duck Club Yacht Club
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Dec 08 - Dec 22... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Art Along The Rivers
Big Muddy Speaker Series.......
Reposted from Big Muddy SpeakersSeries Facebook..
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Missouri River Management
Releases From The Gavins Point Dam
Reduced To Winter Levels........
On November 23, the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers started reducing the releases from the Gavins Point
Dam on the Upper Missouri River to winter levels. This marks
the official end of flow support for the 2021 Missouri River
navigation season.
John Remus, Chief of the Missouri River Basin
Water Management Division says that the releases from the Gavins
Point Dam were at 13,000 cfs, with the goal of being at 12,000
cfs by December 8.
Remus says that the Corps will be closely
monitoring river conditions and releases will be adjusted over
the winter as needed to reduce the effects of river ice
formation along the lower Missouri River........
Click here to
read this news article from sidneyherald.com.
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Gavins
Point Dam
Located in
Cedar County, Nebraska and Yankton County, South Dakota
Source Wikipedia
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Photo
courtesy Quincy Park District
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Mississippi River At Quincy, Illinois
Art Keller Marina Survey
Results........
On Wednesday, the Quincy, Illinois Park Board
reviewed survey results for the Art Keller Marina. 41 percent
of the surveys sent out were returned from slip holders, which
was 48 out of 116 slip holders.
Commissioners discussed options for
attracting more slip renters and getting them to be more
involved with marina operations. The marina will require the
addition of 20 to 25 new slip holders to make the marina break
even.
Improvements to the marina that will be
carried out following the survey will include deep cleaning the
docks monthly instead of once at the start of the boating season
and pest treatments increasing to twice per month........
Click here to
read this news article from whig.com.
Click here for more information on he Art Keller Marina
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Native Mussels
Reproductive Cycle.......
Reposted from
St Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook..
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Niagara River At Niagara Falls, New
York
Rescue Diver Recovers Driver From Car
Above Niagara Falls........
On Wednesday, a U.S. Coast Guard rescue diver
was lowered from a helicopter to a partially submerged car in
the Niagara River near the brink of the Niagara Falls.
The rescue diver, Petty Officer 2nd Class
Derian Duryea was able to climb onto the car and enter it
through the passenger side. After a few minutes, he emerged
from the car with it's driver, a woman in her 60s.
It was unclear how the car came to be in the
river. Witnesses reported seeing the vehicle floating near a
pedestrian bridge, where it was believed to have entered the
river........
Click here to
read this news report from kmov.com. With
Video.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
ORDER ONLINE
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link.
2. Order your food how you want it.
3. Pay online & pickup in store
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 11 Toni's Birthday party.
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drink is on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
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
12-12-21...Last day Open for the season The Duck Club is the Premier Private Yacht Club serving the Upper Mississippi River, Alton pool boating community. The Club is located at the South end of Dardenne Slough with direct channel access at mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
Dec 18, 2021 Christmas party..
click here
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Dec 08 - Dec 22... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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 the season.
See you April 2022
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Check Facebook page for
Yacht Club Restaurant status....
click here
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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 |
Closed |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Closed |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Last day Open
for the season..12-12-21 |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for the season |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Check Facebook page for Yacht Club Restaurant
status....
click here |
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WEDNESDAY
08 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Larger view not available
The Featured Photo of the Day....
Dardenne Slough
Sunset
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Enjoying an evening meal
West Alton, MO
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Pictures of the
Day
in
20 20.....
are a couple of photos posted by Marty McKay.
Click here
and check out more of Marty's work !
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www.RiverBills.com
Featured Classifieds
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 08, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., through
December 9, 2021.
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
61.4 - BRIDGE REPAIR/WATERWAY CLOSURES - UPDATE
Norfolk and Western (Valley City) Railroad Drawbridge; Due
to sheerfence repairs involving diving ops, the navigation
channel will be blocked daily through December 10, 2021,
from 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. December 13-17, 2021, dive
operations will be performed both in the morning and
afternoon. Time frames of blockages will be 7:00 a.m. until
10:30 a.m. and then 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., each day.
MISSOURI RIVER
MISSOURI RIVER - AIDS TO NAVIGATION
All floating aids to navigation, maintained by the U.S.
Coast Guard, are in place but will not be serviced for the
remainder of the 2021 navigation season. Mariners are urged
to transit the Missouri River with caution and to utilize
all U.S. Coast Guard Broadcasts, the Local Notice to
Mariners and electronic chart displays, for navigation.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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ST. CHARLES BOAT & MOTOR
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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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 10,542 as of
12-08-21....
click here and check it out.
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FACEBOOK
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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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River History....
December 8, 1776 in River History
After a long retreat through New Jersey under pressure from the
British Army, American General George Washington crossed the
Delaware River from New Jersey to Pennsylvania
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Missouri River Relief
Vans Vandalized.......
Reposted from
Missouri River Relief Facebook..
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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Thursday, December 9, 2021
Annual River Christmas Party
Johnny's West on Dorsett Road
Reposted from
John Patrico Facebook Facebook..
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December 18, 2021
Froge's Bar and Grill Christmas party
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux
Reposted from
Froge's Bar and Grill Facebook..
click here
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Con Trios yacht Club
Christmas Families.....
Reposted from
Peggy Fumagalli Colletta Facebook
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Upcoming Events......Thursday, January 8, 2022
Member Appreciation Party
Yacht Club of St. Louis
Reposted from
Yacht Club of St Louis Facebook..
click here
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More Info...
Mississippi River At Winfield, Missouri
Farmer's Groups Offer $1 Million To Spur L&D No.25
Project........
The Iowa Soybean Association has offered $100,000 to address the
initial engineering and design modifications needed to improve
the aging Lock and Dam No.25 at Winfield, Missouri.
The ISA contribution is part of $1 million proposal put forth by
state and national partners, including the United Soybean Board,
the Soy Transportation Coalition, the Illinois Soybean
Association, the Iowa Soybean Association, the Iowa Corn
Promotion Board, the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion
Council and the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council .
According to the United States Department of Agriculture,
Agricultural Marketing Service, Lock and Dam No.25 helps move
200 million bushels of soybeans annually from farms in Iowa,
Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin to the Gulf of
Mexico. This represents 60 percent of U.S. soybean exports.
Like many locks and dams along the Mississippi River, Lock and
Dam No.25 has not received the funding for expansion since the
facility opened in 1939. According to research conducted by The
Waterways Council, a closure at the facility could cost soybean
farmers upwards of $1.6 billion........
Click here to read this news
report from bellevueheraldleader.com. With
Photo.
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Duck Boat News From Branson, Missouri
Attorneys For Duck Boat Sinking Victims
Hopeful State Criminal Case Will Proceed........
On Wednesday, three former Branson Duck Boat
employees, Captain Kenneth Scott McKee and supervisors, Curtis
Lanham and Charles Baltzell will be appearing before a Stone
County, Missouri judge.
The Missouri Attorney General and the Stone
County prosecutor had filed a total of 63 criminal charges
against the men. Earlier in the year, a federal judge had
dismissed charges filed by federal prosecutors, ruling that they
did not have jurisdiction.
Back on July 19, 2018, Stretch Duck 7 duck
boat with 31 people aboard sank in Table Rock Lake during stormy
weather. Seventeen passengers, including nine from the same
family and one crew member died in the accident........
Click here to
read this news report from kfvs12.com.
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Boat Handling
Discover Boating Released A Boat
Driving Tips Video........
Discover boating has released the fourth
video in their five-part digital video series, Boating
Basics: Pro Tips powered by Progressive, which is a useful
resource for educating and engaging with new boaters.
Click here to
watch the latest video, 6 Tips for Operating with Confidence.
Other videos released so far in the series
include:
○ Episode 1- Boat
Checklist: 8 Things to Bring Onboard
○ Episode 2 - Launching
a Boat: 9 Steps for Success
○ Episode 3 – 6
Steps for Docking a Boat
Click here to
read more from boatingindustry.com. With
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Lewis Boat
Inventory..
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Boat Manufacturer
Blackfin and Monterey Are Expanding
Their Operations........
Monterey and Blackfin Boats of Williston,
Florida recently announced that they would be expanding their
operations with the addition of a 50,000 square foot
manufacturing facility.
This expansion project will allow the company
to increase production capacity and will include the addition of
150 employees over the next several months.
Charles Marshall, co-chairman of Monterey and
Blackfin Boats said that the increase in manufacturing space and
skilled labor will allow for the increase in production capacity
needed to meet consumer demand for the next two years........
Click here to
read this news story from tradeonlytoday.com.
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Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Boat Builder Running For US
Congress........
Last month, Robert Healey Jr., the executive
co-chairman of the Viking Group, announced that he was
challenging U.S. Representative Democrat Andy Kim for the seat
representing New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District.
Healey's announcement came on the heels of
the state's Republican gubernatorial candidate, who lost the
overall election, won the district over the incumbent Democrat
governor in voting that was far closer than polling predicted.
Healey, son of Bob Healey and nephew of Bill
Healey, the founders of Viking Yacht Co. says that he is
carrying on the tradition of his father and uncle, fighting for
the people of New Jersey and the marine industry........
Click here to
read this news article from tradeonlytoday.com.
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
ORDER ONLINE
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link.
2. Order your food how you want it.
3. Pay online & pickup in store
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 11 Toni's Birthday party.
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drink is on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
Dec 18, 2021 Christmas party..
click here
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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 the season.
See you April 2022
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
Check Facebook page for
Yacht Club Restaurant status....
click here
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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 |
Closed |
Arrrr Bar at Grafton Harbor.................. |
Closed |
Bluff City Grill
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Open |
Boathouse Food & Deck..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Closed for the season |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Check Facebook page for Yacht Club Restaurant
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TUESDAY
07 DECEMBER 2021
Pearl Harbor Day
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Featured Photos of the Day.... were
posted on
RiverBills Boaters Group by Capt'n Dale Johnson
Miss Augusta docked with sunset this evening
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Featured Photos of the Day.... were
sent to us by Dorothy Miller
Quite the
Sunset Monday night at the Lock and Dam at Riverlands Migratory.
Complete with a sliver of the Moon and a very bright Venus!
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Pictures of the
Day
in
20 20.....
was sent to us by Captain
Mike Stanczak
Nice day to take a kayak ride on the river !
Mike
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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ST. CHARLES BOAT & MOTOR
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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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 10,538 as of
12-07-21....
click here and check it out.
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FACEBOOK
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River Gear For Sale............
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buy your River T-shirts and
Accessories on-line..
Delivered right to you mailbox
in a few short days
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River History....
December 7, 1982 in River History
In Missouri communities just southwest of St. Louis, more than
18,000 people fled their homes as the Meramec and Mississippi
Rivers began rising over the weekend. Rescuers in boats and
helicopters plucked thousands of people from Fenton, Valley
Park, Arnold and Times Beach to Red Cross shelters in
neighboring communities
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List Your Boat on RiverBills Classifieds
6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
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Mississippi River Near Lansing, Iowa
Researchers Assess Soil Conditions On
Man-Made Islands........
As one of the ongoing restoration projects
along the Upper Mississippi River, the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers has been working on building islands in the same
manner they are naturally, with a sand base topped with
fine-grained sediment soil.
The restoration sites are successfully
planted with native grass species, many of the sites have
exhibited slow growth, low survivability and at times, severe
tree mortality.
Researchers are working to find solutions to
the vegetation issues by analyzing the baseline soil
characteristics. There are three different testing areas which
feature different depths of fine silt material placed over the
sand base to better understand the science of soil conditions
and how that relates to vegetative response........
Click here to
read this news article from dvidshub.net. With
Photo.
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No new incident reports for the St. Louis area
Click here
to go to the Missouri State Highway Patrol website for
"all" incident reports
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Thursday, December 9, 2021
Annual River Christmas Party
Johnny's West on Dorsett Road
Reposted from
John Patrico Facebook Facebook..
click here
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Longshot Saloon Update
Longshot Marina in Portage des Sioux, Mo
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Reposted from
Longshot Saloon Facebook..
click here
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Abigal's Tap Room at the Ruebel Hotel
Grafton, IL
Closed For The Season.....
Reposted from
Abigal's Tap Room Facebook..
click here
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Upcoming Events.... Saturday, January 15, 2020
Con Trios Yacht Club Meet and Greet
Rookies Bar & Grill, St. Charles
Reposted from
Contrios Yacht Club Facebook..
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Upper Mississippi River Valley
The Upper Mississippi River Restoration
Program Celebrating 35 Years........
The UMRR, or the Upper Mississippi River
Restoration program is celebrating 35 years since it was first
authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.
Originally called the Environmental Program,
the UMRR was the first environmental restoration and monitoring
program undertaken on a large river system in the United States.
The UMRR program includes habitat restoration
projects, monitoring and research, and is authorized under the
Continuing Authorities Program. Program Manager, Tom Novak says
that they are required to submit to Congress a report every six
years regarding what has been learned, and how the program can
be improved........
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Boat Sales
MRAA Introduces Certified Pre-Owned
Program........
The Marine Retailers Association of the
Americas recently announced that they have partnered with Boat
History Report and Titan Certified to introduce a Certified
Pre-Owned Boat Program.
The MRAA has worked with manufacturers,
industry leaders and suppliers in the United States and Canada
to create this program, which they hope will help dealers better
capitalize in the North American $10 billion Pre-owned boat
market.
MRAA president Matt Gruhn says that the
program helps dealerships bolster a much-needed profit center
within their business, establish increased levels of trust with
current and new customers and enjoy peace of mind along the
way........
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Boat Propulsion Manufacturer
Cox Marine Developing Diesel-Hydrogen
Fueled Outboard.........
Cox Marine has partnered with SHAPE UK, an
association interested in developing the United Kingdom's first
zero emissions maritime hub by working with the University of
Brighton to convert one of Cox Marine's CXO300 diesel outboard
engines to operate as a dual-fuel hydrogen engine.
According to James Eatwell, Head of Research
and Development for Cox Powertrain and SHAPE Project Lead,
hydrogen represents a very promising option for reducing marine
CO2 emissions.
The SHAPE project intends to assess the
viability of hydrogen infrastructure via the installation and
testing of a modular hydrogen electrolyser and demonstrate the
case for using hydrogen via the dual-fuel Cox outboard........
Click here to
read this news report from boatingindustry.com. With
Photo.
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Boat Manufacturer
Scout Boats Announces Expansion
Project........
Scout Boats has released a statement that
they are constructing a 21,000 square foot product development
and engineering facility at their manufacturing headquarters in
Summerville, South Carolina.
The $3 million facility will house Scout's
research and development offices and two new five-axis routers
for cutting tooling. The project is expected to be completed by
next spring.
Currently, Scout houses research and
development in one of four production buildings. This new
building will encompass Scout's light resin transfer molding
space for composite parts........
Click here to
read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photo.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
ORDER ONLINE
Easy as 1, 2, 3!!
1. Click the link.
2. Order your food how you want it.
3. Pay online & pickup in store
https://bluffcitygrill.e-tab.com/bluffcitygrill#!/order-type
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 11 Toni's Birthday party.
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drink is on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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MONDAY, MONDAY
06 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
at Portage des
Sioux, Mo
click pic to enlarge
The Featured Photos of the Day.... were
sent to us by Becky Dallwitz of the Longshot Marina.
A couple of pics from Longshot Saloon's Christmas Party last
Saturday night.
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
The Featured Photo of the Day....
Sunday's
Harbor Sunset
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River Dawgs
and Their
Owners
click pic
to enlarge
The River Dawg Photos of the Day.....
were posted on
RiverBills Boaters Group by Capt'n Todd Traylor
River Dawg
"Kasper"
With his owners Todd and Melissa
Kasper just turned 6 months old !
Check out all of
our River Dawgs....
click here
To get your River Dawg featured on
RiverBills.com
just e-mail your favorite photo to
riverbill@prodigy.net
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Descending Sun !
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Pictures of the
Day
in
20 16.....
were sent to us by Dorothy Miller who hails out of Portage des Sioux, Mo
Bill,
Not a fan of Mondays, but it wasn't so bad since I got home in time to catch
this sunset. So beautiful, I drove down to Airport Lake and got some
"re-election" shots. Always a pleasure on the Mississippi!
Dorothy Miller
Portage Des Sioux
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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Monday Thru Friday
9am -5:30pm
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
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
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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 10,531 as of
12-06-21....
click here and check it out.
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FACEBOOK
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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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River History....
December6, 2019 in River History
The Boathouse started "Igloo" Dinning on the outside deck
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List Your Boat on RiverBills Classifieds
6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
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Mississippi River Near Cape Girardeau,
Missouri
Barges Broke Free, Crews Rounding Them
Up........
On Sunday, December 5 at around 9:20 am, the
U.S. Coast Guard was called out after two Mississippi River
barges broke free and floated down the river near cape
Girardeau, Missouri.
The U.S. Coast Guard reports that two
assisted vessels ran aground at Mississippi River Mile Marker 53
near Cape Girardeau. Crews were working to corral the wayward
barges and put them back into a tow.
The Coast Guard reports that their main
objective was to get the barges secured once more so they didn't
keep floating down the Mississippi River. The operation was to
have been completed within a few hour's time........
Click here to
read this news report from kfvs12.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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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
St. Charles County
Port Authority
Open House
Reposted from
St Charles County Missouri Government Facebook..
click here
The
purpose of the St. Charles County Port Authority is to
promote the general welfare, encourage private capital
investment, foster waterborne commerce, freight and
logistics, and to create jobs and bolster tourism in St.
Charles County....Click
here for more information
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Make A Gift To Missouri River Relief
Receive A Jar of
Honey
Reposted from
Missouri River Relief Facebook..
click here
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Mississippi River Near Grafton,
Illinois
Grafton Offering Land Rebate Program
For Newcomers........
For those looking to make a change of
scenery, the Illinois river city of Grafton, located at the
confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi River, is offering a
land rebate program.
Grafton owns several lots in the Grafton
Hills neighborhood that are for sale for $5,000 each. When
someone purchases the lot, they have three years to construct a
house on the site. After the house is completed, Grafton will
reimburse the cost of the land.
There are 26 lots available which are around
a third of an acre each. The properties are located atop of the
bluffs overlooking the river, meaning that future homeowners
will not have to worry about flooding or flood insurance........
Click here to
read this news article from ktla.com. With
Photos.
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Mississippi River History
Cahokia Mounds Adds Virtual Reality
Tour Amid Push For National Park Status........
Officials with the Cahokia Mounds State
Historic Site recently announced the introduction of virtual
reality to the historic site, giving visitors the chance to see
the Grand Plaza as it appeared 1,000 years ago, the Palisade as
it once stood and the temple that once stood atop Monks Mound.
The VR tour's introduction coincides with a renewed push to add
the site to the National Park System.
The Cahokia Mounds were part of the largest
city built by the Mississippian culture of Native Americans.
The site has been designated as a National Historic Landmark,
and Illinois State Historic Site and a World Heritage Site by
the United Nations.
At it's peak. Cahokia spanned more than six
square miles and was home to between 10,000 and 20,000 people.
Thanks to it's location near the Mississippi River, Cahokia was
a trade hub as well as an agricultural site. There were 120
mounds in Cahokia. Archaeologists believe the Mississippians
built them between 900 and 1,400 AD........
Click here to
read this news article from bnd.com. With
Video.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Mississippi River At Moline, Illinois
New I-74 Bridge Replaced Span Dating To
1935........
Illinois, Iowa and federal officials recently
celebrated the completion of the new bridge carrying Interstate
74 across the Mississippi River between Moline, Illinois and
Bettendorf, Iowa.
According to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker,
the bridge, which had been under construction for four years,
was one of the largest construction projects in Illinois
history. The $1 billion project replaced two bridge spans, one
built in 1935 and the other in 1960. They'll be removed next
year.
The new 3,464 foot span is supported by
"Basket handle" arches that rise 164 feet above the road deck.
The bridge features color-changing LED lighting that is
controlled by the bridge's host cities, Moline and
Bettendorf........
Click here to
read this news story from bnd.com.
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Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Mississippi River Near Brownsville,
Minnesota
The Opportunistic Bald Eagles Do Eat
Ducks........
While Trolling The Internet.... We reeled in
a video showing a juvenile Bald Eagle catching a duck. The
video is also a perfect illustration of the challenges juveniles
face while sharpening their hunting skills, as it loses it's
catch to an adult bald eagle....
Click here to
watch this video from wizmnews.com.
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 11 Toni's Birthday party.
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drink is on me.
Food Buffet from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Specialty is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today! Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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THE WEEKEND
Saturday, Sunday...04, 05 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sun Pic
click pic to enlarge
The Featured Photos of the Day.... was
sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher
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River Dawgs
Sun Pic
click pic
to enlarge
The River Dawg Photo of the Day.....
was posted on
RiverBills Boaters Group by Capt'n Joseph Neubauer
River Dawg
"Rosco"
Check out all of
our River Dawgs....
click here
To get your River Dawg featured on
RiverBills.com
just e-mail your favorite photo to
riverbill@prodigy.net
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Sat Pic
click
pic to enlarge
The Featured Photo of the Day.... was
sent to us by Capt'n Brad Maher
The once
almost famous Piasa Harbor is looking pretty empty. Used to
be packed with boats and was a good place to get service
done or buy parts.
Brad
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffett from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Grafton
Riverfront
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
20 19.....
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Added Sun
Thursday, December 9, 2021
River Christmas Party.....
Reposted from
Wayne Draper FacebookFacebook..
click here
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Added Sun
Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois
Reflections Of The Clark Bridge In The
Twilight........
While Trolling The Internet.... We reeled in
a photo showing the Clark Bridge and it's reflection in the
Mississippi River as the twilight fades into the horizon....
Click here to
check out this photo from thetelegraph.com.
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Added Sun
Upcoming Event....... Saturday, December 11, 2021
Get Your Picture With Santa
Big Muddy Adventures Guide Shop.....
Reposted from
Big Muddy Adventures Facebook..
click here
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Added Sun
March 2022...Alternative Spring Break
Living Lands and Waters.....
Reposted from
Living Lands & Waters FacebookFacebook..
click here
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Added Sun
Mississippi River Near Baton Rouge,
Louisiana
Search For Man That Fell From the
American Queen Has Been Suspended........
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced that they
have suspended their search for a man that went overboard from
the American Queen cruise ship near Baton Rouge,
Louisiana.
Responders had spent approximately 32 hours
searching for the man over more than 100 miles of the
Mississippi River after receiving a radio call just after 2 am
Wednesday from the American Queen reporting a man
overboard.
The crew of the American Queen had
begun a rescue effort, while the Coast Guard shut down a portion
of the Mississippi RIver to deep draft commercial vessels.
Several agencies assisted with the search which was suspended on
Thursday........
Click here to
read this news story from wdsu.com
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Boat Manufacturer
Brunswick Honored By Newsweek........
Newsweek recently named the Brunswick
Corporation as one of America's Most Responsible Companies
list. This is the second consecutive year the company has
earned this honor.
This award recognizes companies for their
commitment to corporate societal responsibility initiatives.
There were thousands of companies considered for the award and
500 of them made the cut.
Brunswick ranked 148 overall, placing the
company in the top 30 percent. Brunswick was also in the top 10
in the capitol goods category. CEO David Foulkes says that it
is their responsibility to guarantee that Brunswick contributes
positively within the communities where they operate........
Click here to
read this news report from tradeonlytoday.com. With
Photo.
Check out the Brunswick Corporation...
click here
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Added Sat
Help Wanted
3rd Chute West Alton.....
Reposted from
Wayne Draper FacebookFacebook..
click here
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
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Boating Friends.
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River History....
04 December 2018 in River History
President Trump signed a law renewing the Delta Queen's
exception from the 1966 Safety Act At Sea, allowing the historic
riverboat to cruise Americas rivers again.
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Mississippi River At Winfield, Missouri
Farmer's Groups Offer $1 Million To
Spur L&D No.25 Project........
A group of farmers funded and led
organizations, including the United Soybean Board, the Soy
Transportation Coalition, the Illinois Soybean Association, the
Iowa Soybean Association, the Iowa Corn Promotion Board, the
Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council and the Missouri
Soybean Merchandising Council have teamed up to offer $1 million
to help with costs involved in the pre-engineering and design
expenses for Lock and Dam No.25
Lock and Dam No. 25 is located along the
Mississippi River at Winfield, Missouri. It was opened in 1939
and remains the southernmost lock and dam with a single 600 by
110 foot lock chamber. The majority of locks feature 1,200 foot
long locks designed to handle modern tow lengths. Tows must be
broken up and reformed in order to lock through Lock and Dam
No.25.
If the Lock and Dam No.25 project proceeds to
construction, it would be the first project that is part of the
Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program, which calls for
the construction of 7 new locks, 5 along the Mississippi River
upstream from St. Louis (Lock and Dams No. 25, 24, 22, 21 and
20) and 2 along the Illinois River at LaGrange and
Peoria........
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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Mel's Restaurant
Illinois River at
Hardin, IL
Reposted from
Mels Facebook..
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River Near Alton, Illinois
Eagle Watching Is Returning To The
Riverbend Region........
Soon, American Bald Eagles will be making
their annual migration to their winter homes in the Riverbend
region, so now is the time to prepare for the upcoming eagle
watching events throughout the area.
Beginning on January 8, 2022, the Great
Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau will be offering guided shuttle
tours to help eagle watchers discover the best locations to
watch the wintering birds.
The shuttle tours will be available in Alton
and Grafton starting on Saturday, January 8 and will take place
each Saturday through January 29. In Alton, the guided shuttle
tour runs 45 minutes. Grafton will be offering 2 hour guided
tours........
Click here to
read more from riverbender.com. With
Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Mississippi River At Quincy, Illinois
Memorial Bridge Reopened.... Residents
Upset The Project Is Incomplete....
This week, the Quincy Memorial Bridge
spanning the Mississippi River at Quincy, Illinois reopened
after being closed since April as part of a $7.25 million
renovation project.
While the project is being done to extend the
life of the span while plans are formulated for a possible
replacement, residents are not pleased with the structure's
condition, namely the difference in the level of the pavement
and the expansion joints.
The Illinois Department of Transportation
says that they are aware that the project is only partially
completed and that work will resume in the spring. IDOT
believes that it is crucial to have the span open during the
winter months........
Click here to
read this news article from whig.com. With
Photo.
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Mississippi River At Bettendorf, Iowa
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Held For New
I-74 Bridge........
On Wednesday, state, local and federal
officials gathered on the new Interstate 74 Bridge spanning the
Mississippi River at Bettendorf for a ribbon cutting ceremony.
Scott Marler, Director of the Iowa Department
of Transportation says that they were celebrating close to 25
years of planning, coordination and hard work that made the new
span a reality.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker says that the
I-74 project will support shorter and safer commutes, connect
economies across the Mississippi River and ignite opportunities
across the Quad Cities ........
Click here to
read this news story from kwqc.com. With
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Mississippi River Near Rosedale,
Mississippi
Dike Repairs Will Likely Cause Delays
At Victoria Bend........
On December 2, the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers started work on a project involving making repairs to
a stone dike at Victoria Bend along the Lower Mississippi River
near Rosedale, Mississippi. The project could cause delays in
transiting the area.
The project is along the left descending bank
at Mile Marker 595.5. It is expected to be completed by
December 30. The Mississippi River will be open 12 hours per
day. Randy Chamness, chairman of the Lower Mississippi River
Committee says that window may not be enough time to clear the
queue.
Chamness says it is possible that there will
be significant delays in both direction during the duration of
the project. Work will be carried out from 6 am to 6 pm daily,
and traffic will be allowed to pass between 6 pm and 6 am
daily........
Click here to
read this news article from waterwaysjournal.net.
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Monday Thru Friday
9am -5:30pm
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
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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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 10 Christmas Party. More details soon.
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021 AT 5 PM –
11 PM
Feliz Navidad, July @ Christmas Party
115 McMenamy Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-1515
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Longshot Saloon will be open starting Nov 13th, from
11am-10pm on Saturdays & Sundays!
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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Port Charles Harbor
Pool 26 of the Mississippi
River
Dardenne Slough
at 221.5
It's Time to Winterize
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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Speciality is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today!Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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FRIDAY
03 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Last Night
Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
click pic to enlarge
December 2 boat ride.
Lucky I have a brother
who hasn't winterized his boat. |
Ride
back to the marina |
The Featured Photos of the Day.... were
sent to us by Capt'n Scott Tiemann
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Saturday..December
11
Toni's Birthday
My wife, who always makes sure to host the most awesome
parties ever, is now turning 60. So let’s celebrate Toni on
December 11 2021. Doors open at 4
Music 🎶 80’s theme (because that’s Toni’s favorite)
Party starts at 6pm. First drinks on me.
Food Buffett from 630-830. Can’t wait to see everyone.
Richard
#isabellastrong #riverlife
Website.. N/A
Facebook..
click here
Events..
click here
Boathouse Restaurant: 636 250 3300
Boathouse Office:636.250.3800
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
The Mississippi
River at Kimmswick, Mo
Hoppie's Under
Construction
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
20 20.....
was sent to us by Claudia Burris who hails out of Hoppie's Marina
Hi Bill,
It was just another beautiful day at Hoppie’s Marina as work continues on
removing the sunken gas barge.
See you on the river!
Claudia Burris
Hoppie’s Marina Correspondent
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Featured Classifieds
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
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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 10,522 as of
12-03-21....
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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River
History....
03 December, 2018 in River History
The city of Hannibal, Mo had a ground breaking ceremony for their new
multi-million dollar riverfront renovation project that included a new
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List Your Boat on RiverBills Classifieds
6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
riverbill@prodigy.net
Click here
and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page
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Piasa Island Restoration Project .......
Reposted from
Alton Motor Boat Club Facebook..
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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Saturday, December 04, 2021
Longshot Saloon Christmas Party
Mississippi River at Portage des Sioux, Mo
Reposted from
Longshot Saloon Facebook..
click here
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Saturday, December 04, 2021
Con Trios Yacht Club
Christmas Party.......
Reposted from
Con Trios Yacht Club Facebook..
click here
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Saturday, December 4, 2021
Yacht Club of St. Louis......
Reposted from
Yacht Club of St. Louis Facebook..
click here
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Thursday, December 9, 2021
Jingle Bell Cruise
Miss Augusta
Reposted from
Miss Augusta ..
click here
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
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Mississippi River Near Baton Rouge,
Louisiana
Crewman Fell From American Queen....
Search Suspended....
On Thursday, the U.S. Coast Guard suspended
their search for a crewman that fell overboard into the
Mississippi River from the American Queen steamboat the
day before.
The Coast Guard reports that the crewman went
overboard just downstream from the Interstate 10 Bridge several
hours before sunrise Wednesday morning as the vessel was
approaching Baton Rouge.
Responders searched an area of over 100 miles
of the Lower Mississippi River for approximately 32 hours before
suspending the search at noon on Thursday........
Click here to
read this news report frmo theadvocate.com. With
Photo.
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Missouri River History
Art Exhibit Features Relics Of River
Culture........
The St. Louis Art Museum recently opened a
special art exhibit called Art Along the Rivers, which is
a celebration of Missouri's 200 years of statehood and features
over 150 artifacts created and collected in the region, from
Hannibal down the Mississippi River to the Old mines of
Washington COunty and from Hermann, east the Cairo, Carbondale
and Alton over the period of 1,000 years.
More than 50 museums from around the nation
have loaned out pieces for the exhibit, which opened on October
3, 2021 and till run through January 9, 2022. While admission
to the St. Louis Art Museum is free, regular tickets for the
exhibit are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students and $6
for children. Tickets for the exhibit are free to museum
members and children under 5......
Click here to
read more from emissourian.com. With
Photo.
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Mississippi River At Quincy, Illinois
Riverfront Steering Committee Approves
Governance Plan........
On Thursday, the Quincy Riverfront Master
Plan Steering Committee recently accepted a governance plan for
riverfront development opportunities following several meetings
and multiple revisions.
A group of 9 board members for the Quincy
Riverfront Development Corporation would manage 89 acres of
Quincy riverfront..
The board members will be selected after the
governance plan is approved by the Quincy City Council, the
Adams County Board and the Quincy Park District........
Click here to
read this news article from whig.com.
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Illinois Ports.....
Reposted from
Illinois Department of Transportation Facebook..
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Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
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Some River History...
Meramec River Near Eureka, Missouri
December, 1982: How A Flood Sealed
Times Beach's Fate........
In 1925, the former St. Louis Times newspaper
offered clubhouse lots along the Meramec River as part of a
subscription special, billing the site as a "popular new summer
resort". Fast forward 50 years, and the tiny town of Times
Beach had become a countrified outer suburb for people of modest
means.
Times Beach was constructed on bottomland
east of Eureka, Missouri, making the town vulnerable to periodic
flooding from the Meramec River, which drains a wide area of
wooded hills. The residents of Times Beach knew how to deal
with flooding, however, the flood of December 1982 sealed the
fate of the tiny town.
In November 1982, residents learned that oil
that had been sprayed on the dirt roads of Times Beach had been
contaminated with dioxin, a chemical toxin that is deadly to
animals. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency started
taking samples. As the residents anxiously awaited the results
of the tests, the rain began to fall on December 2, 1982.
That storm ended up pushing the Meramec River
to a crest of almost 24 feet above flood stage. The one-two
punch of flooding and dioxin contamination ended up wiping Times
Beach off the map. The town became a Superfund site, and after
tearing down the homes and cleaning the soil, the location was
turned into a state park........
Click here to
read this news story from stltoday.com. With
Photos.
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Monday Thru Friday
9am -5:30pm
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
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
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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 10 Christmas Party. More details soon.
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021 AT 5 PM –
11 PM
Feliz Navidad, July @ Christmas Party
115 McMenamy Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-1515
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
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"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Longshot Saloon will be open starting Nov 13th, from
11am-10pm on Saturdays & Sundays!
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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Port Charles Harbor
Pool 26 of the Mississippi
River
Dardenne Slough
at 221.5
It's Time to Winterize
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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Speciality is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today!Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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THURSDAY
02 DECEMBER 2021
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi RiverMississippi on Dardenne Slough UMR 222.2
Featured Photo of the Day.... is
from the Boathouse Food and Deck WebCam
The current weather forecast is
great !
We will probably see some boats
out here today.
Go to
www.RiverWebCams.com
for the last 10 pictures from the
camera!
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
20 20.....
were sent to us by Dorothy
Miller who hails out of Portage des Sioux, Mo
Monday Nights Sunset along the Mississippi River banks!
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Featured Classifieds
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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
Click here for
the current "Local Notice To Mariners" report
on the
Navigation Center Website |
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FACEBOOK
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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 10,522 as of
12-02-21....
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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River
History....
2 December 1967 in River History
The famous River Queen steamboat sank on the St. Louis Riverfront on this
day in 1967. High water, ice and other problems made saving the sinking
vessel impossible. The steamboat quickly bokeup and the city of St. Louis
brought in a scoop shovel to demolished what remained her, leaving behind
only the steel hull.
It was indeed a famous riverboat, as it was used in the movie.. "Gone With
the Wind."
The River Queen started her life in 1923 as the Eagle Packet Company steamer
named the Cape Girardeau and later it became the the Greene Line's tourist
steamboat, the Gordon C. Greene. She was the last packet boat built by the
Howard Shipyards at Jeffersonville, Indiana and ran the rivers until 1952
when she was converted to a hotel, restaurant, bar/museum and gift shop
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6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
riverbill@prodigy.net
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and check out RiverBills Classifieds Page
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Mississippi River At Grafton, Illinois
Aerie's Winery and Resort Offering
Season Passes For Eagle Watching And More........
Even though it is technically the off-season,
there is still plenty of things to do in the Riverbend region
this winter. This is especially true in Grafton, Illinois at
Aerie's Winery and Resort in Grafton.
Starting this month, Aerie's will be offering
weekday eagle tours, which will run through February and the
Grafton Sky Tour that features enclosed gondola cars. Season
passes and gift cards are now available for dining, the zipline,
gondola rides and the "Best View In The Midwest"........
Click here to
watch this StudioSTL segment from fox2now.com.
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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, December 4, 2021
Santa's Chocolate Express
Grafton, IL.....
Reposted from
Grafton Harbor Facebook..
click here
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John's Boat Harbor Update
Reposted from
John's Boat Harbor Facebook..
click here
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Fastjax Grocery....
Reposted from
Fastjax Grocery Facebook..
click here
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First Fridays
Alton, IL.......
(1 December 2021 - Alton, IL) Alton Main
Street and Jacoby Arts Center are partnering to present
First Fridays, a late night art and shopping experience
which spans 19 locations across the Downtown Alton district.
This is the final event of the series, providing attendees
with an opportunity to check out new shops and galleries and
visit familiar favorites to experience art and great
specials at each business.
Participants are offering a variety of discounts,
refreshments and giveaways. Everyone who has their passport
stamped at 10 locations will receive a $10 gift certificate
to any participating business. Free parking is available in
the lot next to Jacoby Arts Center, located at 627 E.
Broadway, and a free shuttle bus will be provided from
5:00-9:00 p.m., running a continuous loop between all
participating locations.
On Friday, December 3rd, start your evening by picking up
your First Fridays passport at Jacoby Arts Center. There you
will receive a free Jacoby watercolor print by artist
Chrissie Chapman, along with an entry to win a 1 year
membership with each purchase.........
click here
to continue
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Sunday, December 05, 2021
Santa is Coming to Evandy's Botel
Reposted from
Evandy's Botel Facebook..
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Mississippi River At Chester, Illinois
Christmas On The River Event Has
Begun........
On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, the lights
were turned on at Chester Square Gazebo Park, heralding the
start of the holiday season and to kick off the 33rd annual
Christmas on the River event, which will run Friday through
Sunday, December 3-5.
Special events will include Reindeer Games on
Friday evening and on Saturday, there will be the Frosty's
Follies scavenger hunt. The highlight of the festival will be
the Saturday Lighted Parade featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Following the parade, the action will center
on the Chester Square Gazebo Park, where there will be a
trackless train, a life-sized snow globe, carolers hot cocoa and
cider........
Click here to
read more from randolphcountyheraldtribune.com.
With Photo.
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Website..click
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here
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Restoring Native Mussel Populations
Ecosystem Engineers Of The Mississippi River
Reposted from
St Louis District, US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook..
click here
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click pic to
enlarge ad
Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Mississippi River Editorial
The New Floodwall Mural Is An Excellent
Addition To Cape Girardeau........
For many years, the Cape Girardeau floodwall
has served a very practical purpose in protecting the city's
downtown region from the Mississippi River. It has also served
an aesthetic and historic purpose as well, with the latest
chapter recently being painted by artist Craig Thomas and his
team.
On the river side of the floodwall, there is
a newly updated mural welcoming visitors to Cape Girardeau with
large bubble letters. Inside each letter, there is an image of
an event or location that is representative of Cape Girardeau.
Old Town Cape board president Danny Essner
says that he had high expectations, but Thomas and his team
exceeded them. Essner adds that the mural is absolutely
spectacular, and the city now has a riverfront and riverfront
mural the residents can be proud of........
Click here to
read this editorial piece from semissourian.com.
With Photo
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Mississippi River At Cape Girardeau,
Missouri
Cape River Heritage Museum Closing A
Month Early........
Officials report that the Cape River History
Museum has closed a month early to allow crews to begin
renovation projects. The projects will include replacement of
the roof and water-damaged soffits and fascia, some tuckpointing
and the installation of new gutters and downspouts.
Longtime museum supporter, Jerry Ford, says
that the work is only being performed on the outside of the
building. He adds that the City of Cape Girardeau maintains the
building exterior and the Museum Board takes care of the
interior.
Architect Phillip Smith of Cape Girardeau was
hired on to conduct the renovations. He says that the severity
of this year's winter weather will determine how quickly the
renovations can be completed. He believes that the project will
be wrapped up by early spring at the latest........
Click here to
read this news article from semissourian.com. With
Photo.
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Mark Twain Lake
Warren G. See South Spillway Closing
For Maintenance........
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recently
announced that the Warren G. See. South Spillway Recreation Area
at Mark Twain Lake will be closed on Tuesday, December 7th for
routine surveys of the stilling basin and exit channel. The
closure will include the boat ramp and the David C. Berti
Shooting Range.
The hydrographic surveys help engineers
assess the condition of the structures as well as the outflow
capacity. As soon as the surveys are completed, the Corps will
reopen the area........
Click here to
read this news tidbit from hannibal.net.
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Monday Thru Friday
9am -5:30pm
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
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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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Wayne's famous Kettle Chili is back
on the menu. Now offered with twist. A heaping helping of
pulled pork on top.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 10 Christmas Party. More details soon.
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021 AT 5 PM –
11 PM
Feliz Navidad, July @ Christmas Party
115 McMenamy Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-1515
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Longshot Saloon will be open starting Nov 13th, from
11am-10pm on Saturdays & Sundays!
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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Port Charles Harbor
Pool 26 of the Mississippi
River
Dardenne Slough
at 221.5
It's Time to Winterize
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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Speciality is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today!Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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WEDNESDAY
01 DECEMBER 2021
December 1st is
National Bloody Mary Day
Over 10.8 Million Boater
Visits
To The Always Changing e-Waters of RiverBills.com
Sept 12, 2004
thru Feb 28, 2021
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Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
Click pic to enlarge
Featured Photo of the Day.... was
posted by Marty McKay on November 23
Check more of Marty's
great photos
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Yesteryear's Picture of the Day
Click pic to enlarge
Yesteryear's Picture of the
Day
in
20 18.....
The new Highway 47 Bridge over the Missouri River at Washington,
Missouri opened.
The day started with a fun run across the bridge and a grand opening
ceremony, which included speakers and a ribbon cutting ceremony in the
afternoon. Later that day there was a a after party that concluded with a
fireworks display..
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National
Weather Service
River Levels Graphs / Flood Warnings
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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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Some Highlights of
This Week's
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
District 8 MRS
UPDATED DECEMBER 01, 2021
Mississippi
River System
MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
MILE 309.9 -
BRIDGE CLOSURE
Hannibal Bridge: The bridge
will remain in the closed-to-navigation position from 7:00
a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and noon until 3:00 p.m., on November
29, 2021 through December 2, 2021 and December 6, 2021
through December 9, 2021.~
ILLINOIS WATERWAY
MILE
63.2 - MILE 63.1 - DREDGE OPERATION
Continuing until further notice, the M/V LaSALLE is
conducting dredging/strike removal operations between
approximate Miles 63.2 and 63.1, Valley City. Work will be
conducted from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., 7-days a week. The
M/V LaSALLE will monitor VHF-FM Channel 14 or 82 and
requests 30-minutes advance notice of passage. Mariners are
urged to transit the area at their slowest safe speed and
proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been
made
MISSOURI RIVER
CHANNEL CONDITION/COTP ADVISORY
The following reaches are in the low water watch phase
in accordance with the Western Rivers WAP Annex:
Jefferson (Mile 200.0 – Mile 100.0) and
Washington (Mile 100.0 – Mile 0.0).
Deep draft tows are advised to depart the area. Due to
narrow channel width and to minimize damage, vessels shall
transit these reaches at their slowest safe speed. Tow
operators are advised to place their heaviest barges in the
middle of the tow and identify fleeting areas in the event
of a river closure.
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 10,519 as of
12-01-21....
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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River
History....
December 1, 2013 in River History
Governor Pat Quinn Proclaimed December 1st Chad Pregracke Day in the state
of Illinois in recognition of Chad's community volunteerism and leadership
throughout the state..
Chad is the force behind Living Lands and Waters and was
also given the "2013 CNN Hero of the Year" award.
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Chad and RiverBill when the
Living Lands and Waters crew was cleaning up on
Pool 26 in 2018 |
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6 Months for $60.00
From "Now" until "June 2022"
One month listing on the front page in the
Featured Classifieds Section
Six months on the All Classifieds Page
e-mail your information with 6 pictures (max) to
riverbill@prodigy.net
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Missouri River Near St. Charles,
Missouri
Three Friends Catch Three Massive
Catfish........
On Thanksgiving Day, three St. Louis area
friends reeled in three massive catfish while fishing in the
Missouri River. Ben Webber, Alan Aligholi and Alvin "Meatball"
Hale started fishing around 4 am, and got their first hit about
5 hours later.
Hale got a bite around 9:30 am, and spent
about ten minutes fighting to get it close enough to the boat to
land. The sizable catfish weighed in at 106 pounds.
The men continued fishing and over the next
several hours, caught several 30 - 40 pounders. Then Webber and
Aligholi caught two more big catfish, a 75 pounder and a 54
pounder respectively. The men released all fish over 10 pounds,
including the three monsters........
Click here to
read this news story from fox2now.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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Upcoming Evens....Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Missouri's Endangered Species
Livestream Program.......
Reposted from
Missouri Dept of Conservation Facebook..
click here
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Upcoming Evens....Saturday, December 4, 2021
Swan Roost Watch
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
Reposted from
Audubon Center at Riverlands Facebook..
click here
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
and check out
"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Mark Your Calendar !
Friday, December 31, 2021
New Year's Eve Fireworks at The Confluence
Reposted from
the Grafton Riverbeat
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Website..click
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here
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2022 Grafton Harbor River Cruises
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River...
Reposted from
Grafton Harbor Facebook..
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enlarge ad
Website..click
here Facebook Page..click
here
Lewis Boat
Inventory..
click here
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Illinois Hunting News
Waterfowl Hunting Season
Underway........
Last weekend, waterfowl hunting season opened
in Illinois. According to Neil Vincent, the visitor service
manager at the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, the
opening weekend was a bit slower than past years, but he expects
that to change.
Vincent says that the opening day numbers
were down, but they had several hunters out. He notes that he
was unaware of the results, but he heard a lot of shooting in
the area.
Vincent said that waterfowl hunting shouldn't
affect bird watching, adding that the refuge has 20,000 acres
that are closed to waterfowl hunting and that is usually the
better waterfowl viewing areas........
Click here to
read this news article from kfvs12.com.
With Video.
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Click here........ Port
Charles Harbor website
Click here......Port Charles
Harbor Facebook
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Missouri Waterways
Infrastructure Bill Good For Flood
Mitigation Projects........
When it comes to flood mitigation, it can
take quite some time to see the benefits of a project, making it
difficult to spend all that money up front. This often leaves
flood mitigation projects un-funded.
The bipartisan infrastructure bill working
it's way through Congress includes hundreds of millions of
dollars for state and local governments to design in
"resilience" into bridge and road projects, utilizing nature to
help mitigate future flooding.
Barbara Charry, a conservation biologist with
The Nature Conservancy says that for each dollar spent on
pre-disaster mitigation will save $7 in disaster spending. She
adds that the bill would allow for the application of
nature-based solutions to mitigate flooding.......
Click here to
read this column from stltoday.com. With
Photo.
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Mississippi River Near St. Louis,
Missouri
Illinois River Near Grafton, Illinois
Brussels Ferry Carries Traffic Between
Jersey and Calhoun Counties........
While Trolling The Internet.... We reeled in
a photo showing the Liberty Belle carrying a load of
morning traffic from Calhoun County and Jersey County for the
state-run Brussels Ferry....
Click here to
check out this photo from thetelegraph.com.
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You may have missed the
chance to donate to the BoatUS foundation yesterday, you can
still do it today ..
click here
Below is some impressive
information about their free on-line safety courses.
News
Release From BoatUS
ANNAPOLIS,
Md. Nov. 29, 2021 – With more new boaters hitting the water than
ever before, it may come to no surprise that
accidents increased 26% in 2020 and are trending up again for
2021. You can do something about it. Helping your fellow
boaters become safe boaters requires boating safety education,
and there is no better provider of online boating safety courses
than the non-profit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and
Clean Water.
The 501(c)(3) has educated more than two million boaters over
the past 25 years with
the nation’s only free online boating safety course.
Hundreds of thousands of boaters took the course in the last
year alone. The NASBLA approved and U.S. Coast Guard recognized
course meets education requirements in 35 states – and goes
beyond minimums set for boating safety education. It’s simply a
great course for any boat owner, new or old.
Help support the online course and many other of the
Foundation’s programs by making a Giving Tuesday donation today
at
BoatUS.org/donate. It’s the one way you can make boating
better for everyone.
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This press
release reprinted by permission of Scott Croft of BoatUS...click
here
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Monday Thru Friday
9am -5:30pm
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
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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What's Going On This Week |
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3rd Chute Bar & Grill
3rd chute... all locations...
7 days a week... best price in the Riverbend area.
50 Cent peel and eat shrimp get them in regular or Cajun.
Dine-in only.
211
W. Main St. Grafton, IL
A restaurant on the Illinois River
Food, Beer, Music, And good times 3rd Chute Upcoming Events.. click here
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Alton
Marina
Mississippi River at Alton,
IL
The
finest Marina on the upper Mississippi River, located at MM
202, just north of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam you will
find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of
being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various
services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of
historic downtown Alton, Illinois. Our dedicated office and
dockside concierge staff will be waiting to make your stay a
relaxing and memorable experience.
Amenities Include:
Floating Docks & Structures Free Wireless Internet
Private Luxury Bathrooms Swimming Pool & Hot Tubs
Sanitary Pump Out Handled By Staff Sun Deck With
Lounge Chairs
Full Service Fueling Gas & Diesel Convenience Store &
Deli
Controlled Parking Lot Laundromat
Night Security Watch Convenient Highway Access
Satellite TV Connection Available Electric & Water
Included In Rates
Floating Jet Ski Docks Secured Trailer Storage Area
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bluff city grill
424
Broadway, Alton, IL
Dec 31, 2021 New Years Eve
Party
OWLZ Band
Click here for more info
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays
Sports Bar, Lounge Bar, Dining Room
and Outside Patio Available.
Just a short distance from the Alton
Marina
Upcoming
Events..
click here
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The Boathouse
Northshore Marina
Closed for the season except as posted below
Upcoming save the dates:
December 10 Christmas Party. More details soon.
The Ramp for boaters at Northshore will be CLOSED on
November 1 2021. Repairing this fall/winter, for 2022
season.
The Boathouse offers a variety of food and beverages,
great entertainment and amazing scenery with an
outstanding view of the Mississippi from our deck!
Boathouse Restaurant... 636-250-3300
Boathouse Office...........636-250-3800
Upcoming Events..
click here
#Isabellastrong
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Calhoun
Ferry Company
Golden Eagle Ferry
Car and Passenger ferry crossing from St. Charles Mo. to
Golden Eagle Il. in scenic Calhoun County
Phone: (618) 535-5759 |
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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
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021 AT 5 PM –
11 PM
Feliz Navidad, July @ Christmas Party
115 McMenamy Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-1515
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 mm 222
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FastJax
BBQ
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
Local Mom/Pop BBQ & Grocery Store catering to the Boating
Community & local farming families.
Serving Hot Food & Daily Specials.
BEER, WINE LIQUOR
Order food & dine in our Cafe area or take home
3317 N Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo
(636) 699-5716
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Froge's Bar and Grill
Portage des Sioux, MO
1530 Highway J, Portage Des
Sioux, Missouri 63373, (636) 899-1139
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Grafton,
IL
Confluence of Mississippi
& Illinois Rivers
Check out Grafton's Event and Music
Calendar for Nov 24 - Dec 08... click here
Check out the Grafton Riverbeat
December Events, News and Things To Do...
click here
Click here
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"Welcome to Grafton" website |
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Grafton Ferry
The Grafton Ferry is closed for the season !
The last day opened was Sunday, November 14,
2021
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Grafton Harbor
Confluence
of Mississippi & Illinois Rivers
New Slip Holder Special...click
here A 5 Anchor
Marina with all the amenities you could ask for. (Laundry, Pool,
Shower Suites, Wi-Fi, & Satellite TV), and plenty of fun all
within walking distance.
Our Own Winery
Boat Rentals Daily Everyday
River Boat Cruises Every Saturday & Sunday
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John's Boat Harbor
Mississippi River at UMR 231.8
The harbor is going to close in Nov
for maintenance. If you need too take your boat out, please
do so. Also if u are not going to use your boat, let's get
it winterized..
Full service marina
2407 Highway C St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-2073
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Kinder's Restaurant
Mississippi River at
Golden Eagle, IL
11-12-21
Floor joist Installed on new building
08-06-21
Unfortunately everything that we ordered has been pushed
back. We are waiting to get materials. Still plan on being
open by summer of next year!
Amanda
04-10-21
We have ordered our steel (for the)
building and they are in the process of making it. They said
it usually takes about 3 months to have it built and
delivered. Let’s pray everything goes smoothly and there are
no setbacks
Amanda
Kinder's Restaurant
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
24/7 Guest & Member
Fuel Docks & Pump Out
Dock or rack your boat on the beautiful Mississippi river. Our Marina is a community of boaters providing fun for the entire family. Volvo Penta & Mercruiser certified repair facility Gated Entry and Video Security
Marina, Boat Service, Fuel |
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Lewis
Boats
Marine Sales and Service
Your local boat and powersports
dealership for parts, sales, and service.
4030 N Service Rd Saint Peters, MO
63376
(636) 949-9926
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Liberty
Harbor
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
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
Longshot Saloon will be open starting Nov 13th, from
11am-10pm on Saturdays & Sundays!
Holiday Season Parties and Live Music Schedule
click here
The best location on the Mississippi 26 pool, come by land
or water -- we have parking for both. Friendly service,
great food and amazing atmosphere!
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Longshot Tiki Bar at
Longshot Marina
Mississippi River at
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Closed for the season
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Polestar Boating Center
Mississippi River
Dardenne Slough 221.5
Full Service Marina on the Mississippi River UMR MM 221.5 RDB in
the west back channel of the Dardenne Slough
Gas Dock is Open
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Port Charles Harbor
Pool 26 of the Mississippi
River
Dardenne Slough
at 221.5
It's Time to Winterize
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
We are a family owned business since 1964.
Pizza, Sandwiches, Wine, Liquor, Beer, and More!
Best Ice in Town!
Our Speciality is Mango Margaritas!
Come on in and visit us today!Store Hours: Sun..10-9, M-Th..10-10, Fri Sat..10-11
Order On-line...Click
here for website and menus
3025 N MO-94, St. Charles,
Missouri 63301 |
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St.
Charles Boat & Motor
The Complete Marine
With over 45 Years in the same location, St Charles Boat &
Motor is one of the most experienced Marine Dealers in the
St Louis Metro Area. We offer Top Quality Boats and
Watercraft, A Full Service Repair Center and Parts Dept.
www.stcharlesboat.com
3080 N.
Hwy 94, St. Charles, Mo 63301 636 947-0106
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Two
Rivers Marina
Mississippi River at
Louisiana, Mo
New slip residents
We offer a 5% discount for new customers.
Amenities include:
- Campground, beautiful shower house, pool
- On sight mechanic/service/parts (mercury certified)
- ALL docks have new encapsulated flotation, All are
covered.
- Concierge service to the docks from our Ship's Store
- Boat washing services offered
- On Sight Restaurant
- Gated facility
- Public and private boat launch ramps
- Active Two Rivers Boat Club
- On sight owners
Check us out at
www.tworiversmarina.com
Check out
Fatboys Restaurant Facebook page....
click here
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Woodland Marina
UMR 222.8 ...Pool 26 of the
Mississippi River
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Yacht Club of St.
Louis
Mississippi River
At UMR 225 On
Dardenne Slough
A full service marina located on the
Mississippi River in St. Charles Missouri. Slips available
from 24' to 60' , full service restaurant, Yacht Club Marine
Service and Stateamind Water sports have locations on the
property to help in any way |
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More Things
Going On This Week
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Last
Weekend's Edition of RiverBills....
Click here for last weekend's edition of RiverBills
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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
The last Day for the
Grafton Ferry 2021 season is scheduled to be
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Denise Knight
Calhoun Ferry Company
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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..................... |
Closed for the season, except for some special
events |
Cedar Hill
Resort................................ |
Closed & For Sale |
Duck Club Yacht Club........................ |
Open |
Froges Bar & Grill.............................. |
Open |
Grafton Harbor Winery & Gift Shop...... |
Open |
Grafton Oyster Bar............................. |
Open |
Kinder's Restaurant.......................... |
Being rebuilt in same location |
Longshot Saloon................................ |
Open |
Longshot Tiki Bar............................ |
Closed for the season |
Yacht Club of St. Louis Restaurant......... |
Open |
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