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Event details may change at any time,
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Tuesday - Friday, April 16 - 19, 2019
Monday - Friday, April 22 - 26, 2019
Living Lands and Waters
Student Workshops on the barge in
Alton, IL........
Photo courtesy Living Lands and Waters
Get ‘em while they’re hot!! We still have TWO spring student
educational workshops available!
We’re headed back to
Alton, IL to host student educational workshops in our “floating
classroom!" We’d love to bring your students aboard and give
them a conservational lesson of your choice, and even host a
river cleanup! Click the link below to learn more or sign up.
We’ll also be hosting local student educational workshops at
Illiniwek Forest Preserve in East Moline, IL! Educators Mike and
Meghan cover topics including the importance of pollinator
habitats, invasive species, and plastic pollution in our
waterways. This is a land-based only event. Click the link below
to learn more or sign up....
https://www.livinglandsandwaters.org/what-we-do/education/
04-18-19
Living lands and Waters Update
Unfortunately we couldn’t not bring our barges or classroom to
Alton due to flooding. So our educators are visiting classrooms
as well as hosting them at The National Great Rivers Research
and Education Center
Reprinted from Living lands and
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Friday...April 19, 2019
Drawinfg for Cardinals Fanstravaganza
Cards Cubs Game ...June 2, 2109
Win Cardinals tickets and an overnight stay that benefits
our Ambulance service.
Grafton Chamber of Commerce
P. O. Box 403
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Monday...April 22, 2019
Earth Day
Earth Day 2019 is an event observed annually on April 22. It
is a day held to demonstrate and promote environmental
awareness and calls for the protection of our planet. Today,
Earth Day, 2019 is celebrated in more than 193 countries
each year.
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Saturday, April 27, 2019
Spring City Wide Litter Clean-up
Alton, IL........
Details
Please join this biannual effort to clean up the streets of our
beautiful community!
Pick up free gloves & bags, and get directions to the areas that
need the most attention at these Registration Stations:
• Downtown – 200 W. 3rd Street (corner of 3rd & Belle St.)
• Middletown – Hellrung Park (entrance at 7th & Central Ave.)
Groups are departing at 9am from the following locations:
• Upper Alton – Sherry's Snacks (2500 College Ave.)
• North Alton - Joe K’s Restaurant (2530 State St.)
OR…just clean up your neighborhood & deposit the litter in your
own trash & recycle bins!
Reprinted from Alton Main Street
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Saturday...April 27, 2019
Missouri Department of Conservation
Family Fishing Festivals...........
MDC and urban fishing partners hosting multiple family fishing
festivals April-June to celebrate 50th anniversary
These free events will commemorate the golden anniversary of the
St. Louis Urban Fishing Program.
St. LOUIS, Mo.—In 1969 the St. Louis Urban Fishing Program
started as a tentative experiment. That first toe in the water
has since evolved and grown into a vibrant program which has
been bringing fishing close-to-home for St. Louis residents for
50 years.
To celebrate the golden anniversary of 2019, the Missouri
Department of Conservation (MDC) and its urban fishing partners
are holding a series of family fishing festivals throughout the
months of April, May, and June. These events are free and open
to the public, and anglers of any age, both expert and novice.
MDC’s urban fishing partners include the Cities of St. Louis,
Ballwin and Ferguson, and St. Louis County. Each festival will
be hosted at a program partners’ lake on a Saturday and will run
from 8 a.m. to noon. The entire family is welcome, and no
advanced registration is necessary. Activities will include free
fishing instruction to help give newcomers to the sport a
kickstart.
The fishing festivals will take place at the following times and
places:
Saturday, April 27
•South Lake in Willmore Park, St. Louis
•Jefferson Lake in Forest Park, St. Louis
•O’Fallon Park Lake, St. Louis
Saturday, May 4
•Carp and Island Lakes in Suson Park, St. Louis County
•Fountain Lake in Bellefontaine Park, St. Louis County
Saturday, May 11
•Vlasis Park Lake, Ballwin
Saturday, June 8
•January-Wabash Park Lake, Ferguson
MDC will stock additional fish for these special events, so not
only will the fishing be fun, but the catching should be good
too. A valid Missouri Fishing Permit is required for anglers
between the ages of 16 and 65.
For more about the Urban Fishing program, go to
https://bit.ly/2Fru9p6.
Reprinted form Missouri Department of Conservation e-mailing
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Saturday, Sunday....April 27, 28, 2019
Grafton Loading Dock Flea Market....
Details
We are ready for the start of a great season here in Grafton,
IL. Look for us outside in front of the Loading Dock with our
great farmhouse decor, arched windows and fun metal signs and
animals, and so much more .. all at great prices.
Reprinted from Grafton Loading Dock
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May 2019
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Upcoming Events
Thursday...May 2, 2019
Con Trios Yacht Club Meet & Greet...........
Con Trios Yacht Club Facebook...
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Saturday...May 4, 2019
Missouri Department of Conservation
Family Fishing Festivals...........
MDC and urban fishing partners hosting multiple family fishing
festivals April-June to celebrate 50th anniversary
These free events will commemorate the golden anniversary of the
St. Louis Urban Fishing Program.
St. LOUIS, Mo.—In 1969 the St. Louis Urban Fishing Program
started as a tentative experiment. That first toe in the water
has since evolved and grown into a vibrant program which has
been bringing fishing close-to-home for St. Louis residents for
50 years.
To celebrate the golden anniversary of 2019, the Missouri
Department of Conservation (MDC) and its urban fishing partners
are holding a series of family fishing festivals throughout the
months of April, May, and June. These events are free and open
to the public, and anglers of any age, both expert and novice.
MDC’s urban fishing partners include the Cities of St. Louis,
Ballwin and Ferguson, and St. Louis County. Each festival will
be hosted at a program partners’ lake on a Saturday and will run
from 8 a.m. to noon. The entire family is welcome, and no
advanced registration is necessary. Activities will include free
fishing instruction to help give newcomers to the sport a
kickstart.
The fishing festivals will take place at the following times and
places:
Saturday, April 27
•South Lake in Willmore Park, St. Louis
•Jefferson Lake in Forest Park, St. Louis
•O’Fallon Park Lake, St. Louis
Saturday, May 4
•Carp and Island Lakes in Suson Park, St. Louis County
•Fountain Lake in Bellefontaine Park, St. Louis County
Saturday, May 11
•Vlasis Park Lake, Ballwin
Saturday, June 8
•January-Wabash Park Lake, Ferguson
MDC will stock additional fish for these special events, so not
only will the fishing be fun, but the catching should be good
too. A valid Missouri Fishing Permit is required for anglers
between the ages of 16 and 65.
For more about the Urban Fishing program, go to
https://bit.ly/2Fru9p6.
Reprinted form Missouri Department of Conservation e-mailing
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Saturday, May 4, 2019
Opening of Hannibal's Time Capsule
Central Park, Hannibal, Mo....
During Hannibal's Sesquicentennial in 1969, residents buried a
time capsule. Now, it's time to open it!
Reprinted
from hannibal2019.com...Click
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Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Neighbor Nights
National Great Rivers Research &
Education Center
Mississippi River at Alton, IL....
Neighbor Nights is a community event
series at NGRREC held on the first Tuesday of select months
throughout the year. Neighbor Nights is a great time for you,
our river neighbor, to come and learn more about the great
rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them, and the
communities that use them. It’s also an opportunity to
participate in public tours of our LEED certified field station,
get behind-the-scenes laboratory access, or enjoy hands-on
activities. Limited free food and beverages will be provided.
We are excited to announce that Schlafly Beer will be partnering
with NGRREC for our 2019 Neighbor Night series! This means that,
while you hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn
about river-related topics, you can enjoy free Schlafly
beverages. Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to
environmental sustainability, so the partnership was a natural
fit. And, we can’t wait to bring this partnership to you!
Each month offers something different and highlights a unique
project led by one of our researchers, educators, or
conservationists, so make sure to check out this year’s topics
and come see us for a few of your favorites!
Tuesday, May 7, 2019...... Microplastics
in Fresh Waters
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Thursday, May 10 - Thursday,17, 2019
Mississippi River Near Alton, Illinois
Great Rivers & Routes Craft Beer Week
To Include Collaboration Beer........
In honor of the upcoming Great Rivers and
Routes Craft Beer Week, which runs from May 10 - 17, five
Riverbend craft breweries have partnered up to create a special
craft beer, Farmhouse 66.
This first-ever collaboration is developing a
Saison style beer which is brewed using ingredients sourced
exclusively from Illinois. Farmhouse 66 will only be
available at the breweries participating in Great Rivers &
Routes Craft Beer Week
The head brewers working on Farmhouse 66
include James Roglasky from the Old Bakery Beer Company in
Alton, Tracy Hitton with Recess Brewing Company in Edwardsville,
Jeffrey Muhlrad from the Peel Brewing Company in Edwardsville,
Tor O'Brien with Old Herald Brewery & Distillery in Collinsville
and Jason Wood with the Grafton Winery & Brewhaus in
Grafton........
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Saturday...May 11, 2019
Con Trios Yacht Club
Past Commodores Party...........
Con Trios Yacht Club Facebook...
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Saturday...May 11, 2019
Missouri Department of Conservation
Family Fishing Festivals...........
MDC and urban fishing partners hosting multiple family fishing
festivals April-June to celebrate 50th anniversary
These free events will commemorate the golden anniversary of the
St. Louis Urban Fishing Program.
St. LOUIS, Mo.—In 1969 the St. Louis Urban Fishing Program
started as a tentative experiment. That first toe in the water
has since evolved and grown into a vibrant program which has
been bringing fishing close-to-home for St. Louis residents for
50 years.
To celebrate the golden anniversary of 2019, the Missouri
Department of Conservation (MDC) and its urban fishing partners
are holding a series of family fishing festivals throughout the
months of April, May, and June. These events are free and open
to the public, and anglers of any age, both expert and novice.
MDC’s urban fishing partners include the Cities of St. Louis,
Ballwin and Ferguson, and St. Louis County. Each festival will
be hosted at a program partners’ lake on a Saturday and will run
from 8 a.m. to noon. The entire family is welcome, and no
advanced registration is necessary. Activities will include free
fishing instruction to help give newcomers to the sport a
kickstart.
The fishing festivals will take place at the following times and
places:
Saturday, April 27
•South Lake in Willmore Park, St. Louis
•Jefferson Lake in Forest Park, St. Louis
•O’Fallon Park Lake, St. Louis
Saturday, May 4
•Carp and Island Lakes in Suson Park, St. Louis County
•Fountain Lake in Bellefontaine Park, St. Louis County
Saturday, May 11
•Vlasis Park Lake, Ballwin
Saturday, June 8
•January-Wabash Park Lake, Ferguson
MDC will stock additional fish for these special events, so not
only will the fishing be fun, but the catching should be good
too. A valid Missouri Fishing Permit is required for anglers
between the ages of 16 and 65.
For more about the Urban Fishing program, go to
https://bit.ly/2Fru9p6.
Reprinted form Missouri Department of Conservation e-mailing
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May 17-18, 2019
OkoumeFest...21st Annual Small Boat
Rendezvous
Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis, Maryland....
Mark your calendars, wooden boat lovers
and builders: Chesapeake Light Craft will present its 21st
annual small boat rendezvous on Friday and Saturday, May 17-18,
2019.
"Okoume" is the plantation-grown African hardwood used in tens
of thousands of CLC's build-your-own-boat kits. OkoumeFest
features an open house with technical seminars on Friday at the
CLC plant in Annapolis, and on Saturday an on-the-water
rendezvous at Matapeake State Park on Kent Island. This event is
RAIN OR SHINE. Please note that if thunderstorms are detected
nearby we'll bring the boats off the water
Reprinted from clcboats.com..
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May 11, 2019
National Great Rivers Research
Center
RiverWatch Spring 2019 Workshop Alton....
When
Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CDT
Where
National Great Rivers Res. and Educ. Center
One Confluence Way
Alton, IL 62024
Contact
Charlie Blake
National Great Rivers Research and Education Center
618-468-2784
cablake@lc.edu
RiverWatch Spring 2019
Workshop Alton
The Illinois RiverWatch Network is a statewide, non-profit,
volunteer stream monitoring program. Volunteers are trained and
certified as “Citizen Scientists” to monitor and protect a local
stream. Upon completing training and becoming certified,
volunteers adopt a stream site and examine indicators of water
quality like stream habitat and the diversity of
macroinvertebrates. This workshop will take place at the address
above.
This workshop is primarily for adults (18+) and 4-H members.
Kids under the age of 18 are allowed to attend with an adult
chaperone, and are not required to register, but do need to be
noted on their chaperone's registration form.
Special instructions for 4-H members. 4-H members must select
"payment by check" and list their organization as their 4-H
group so that the Illinois 4-H office can pay your registration
fee.
Registration and Payment Deadline. Registration and payment must
be made by one week before the event to secure your seat and
materials for the workshop. Anyone registering or paying after
this date is not guaranteed admittance.
Payment Refund Policy. Workshop registration payments are fully
refundable (-2% processing fee if paying by credit card) if
refund is requested by one week before the event. Refunds
requested within one week before the event WILL NOT be granted.
Reprinted from National Great Rivers Research & Education
Center...
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Upcoming Events.... May 16, 2019
Mississippi River at Downtown St. Louis
Riverboats at Gateway Arch
Billy Peek Blues Cruise........
www.gatewayarch.com
(Always sells out early, get your tickets early!)
Always a great time cruising up/down the river for the "Blues
Cruise"! Cash bar, concessions available. Boarding time 8:00pm.
Info, tickets call (877) 982-1410 or online ticket booking at
www.gatewayarch.com. (Events link below):
https://tickets.gatewayarch.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=cat&c=RBC
www.billypeek.com
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Saturday, May 18, 2019
Vessel Safety Check
Grafton Harbor at Confluence of
Mississippi and Illinois Rivers....
Reprinted from Grafton Harbor Facebook page...
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The Nina and Pinta at
the Loading Dock in 2011
May 24-June 2, 2019
The Nina and Pinta Replica Tours
The Loading Dock at Grafton, IL
Confluence of Illinois and Mississippi Rivers....
The Nina and Pinta, replicas of Christopher Columbus' ships,
will be open to the public for touring! Archaeology magazine has
called The Nina the most historically correct Columbus replica
ever built. While in the port, the general public is invited to
visit the ships for a walk aboard self-guided tour.
Tour Hours: Daily 9am to 6pm
May 24 - June 2, 2019
General Admission:
$8.50 Adults
$7.50 Seniors (age 60+)
$6.50 Age 5-16 (not in a school group)
FREE - Age 4 & Under
*Group & School Tours:
Minimum of 15 people,
$5 per person
*Teachers or organizations wishing to book a 30-minute guided
tour with a crew member should call (787) 672-2152.
http://www.thenina.com
Reprinted from The
Loading Dock Facebook Page..click
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May 20-22, 2019
The Inland Marine Expo
The Dome @ America’s Center....
The Inland Marine Expo isn’t just a
tradeshow, it’s a homecoming for the hard-working and dedicated
inland community. Make plans to catch up with your brown water
family at IMX2019.
IMX2019 is proudly produced by The
Waterways Journal, which has served as the news journal of
record for the towing and barge industry on the inland waterways
of the United States. From CEO's to deckhands, the Journal is
the trusted news source for over 16,000 readers.
At IMX2019, you can expect three days of networking, new ideas
and collaboration!
•With two exhibit days, you'll be able to connect with over 250
exhibitors who cater to the inland and intercoastal commercial
marine industry.
•Learn from top industry experts and nationally recognized
speakers and stay current on regulatory issues by attending
education sessions, training opportunities and new product/
service showcases.
•Join us for networking events around St. Louis to reconnect
with friends and build new relationships within the inland
community.
Reprinted from Inland Marine Expo Facebook page...
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Saturday, Sunday...May 25, 26,
2019..
Twain on Main Festival
Mississippi River at Hannibal, Mo....
Reposted from Twain On Main
Facebook..
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May 25, 26, 27, 2019.. Memorial Day
Weekend
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Palisades Bar & Grill Grand Reopening....
My River Home- Memorial Day Celebration-
Crabfest, live music all weekend-specials May 25-26-27
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May 31 - June 2019
Lake of the Ozarks
APBA Offshore Champion Series....
Details
2nd race of the World Championship Series
Reprinted from Lake
Of The Ozarks - APBA Offshore Champion Series...
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June 1 thru July 3, 2019
Starved Lock and Dam Closure
Illinois River
Starved Rock & Marseilles Lock and Dam – Bulkhead Recess
Installation
• Partial Closure scheduled June 1 through July 3 and July 8
through Aug. 16
- Locks operational from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. with a 70-ft width
restriction and no ability to
Pull unpowered barges.
• Full Closure scheduled Aug. 16 through Aug.30
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Saturday, June 1, 2019
2019 River Road Run and Toy Drive
For Children’s Hospital
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
It’s that time of year where we gather our friends and family for run up the great river road in our hot rods
Reprinted from
2019 river road run and toy drive for children’s hospital
Facebook page...
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June 5, 2019 Deadline To Enter
St. Louis District, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers
Life Cell Box Giveaway.....
Please Wear It is giving away a Life Cell Box to one lucky
winner! Click the link below to enter!
http://swee.ps/jctgMqlID
ONE winner will be randomly selected. To enter you must be 18 or
over. While supplies last everyone that enters will receive a
Life Jackets Worn...Nobody Mourns campaign t-shirt. Deadline to
enter is June 5, 2019.
ONE winner will be randomly selected. To
enter you must be 18 or over. While supplies last everyone
that enters will receive a Life Jackets Worn...Nobody Mourns
campaign t-shirt. Deadline to enter is June 5, 2019.
Reprinted from St. Louis District,
US Army Corps of Engineers..
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Upcoming Events... June 7 - 9, 2019
Mississippi River at Hannibal, Mo
Corps of Discovery Keelboat
Encampment........
Photo courtesy Hannibal, Mo 200 Bicentennial
Time & Location
Jun 07 9:00 AM – Jun 09 9:00 PM
Hannibal, Hannibal, MO 63401, USA
About the Event
The Corps of Discovery re-enactors will bring their keelboat to
Hannibal in honor of the early explorers, Lewis & Clark, who
were at the forefront of westward expansion. The keelboat will
be docked on the riverfront, and the volunteers will be camped
nearby. This exhibition includes daily demonstrations of life as
it was in 1803, including the ceremonial raising and lowering of
the flag each day. An artifacts tent will feature furs, skulls,
and other artifacts like the original Corps sent back to Thomas
Jefferson. Join us for this hands-on demonstration of history!
Learn more
here
Reprinted from Hannibal, Mo 200 Bicentennial..
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Saturday...June 8, 2019
Missouri Department of Conservation
Family Fishing Festivals...........
MDC and urban fishing partners hosting multiple family fishing
festivals April-June to celebrate 50th anniversary
These free events will commemorate the golden anniversary of the
St. Louis Urban Fishing Program.
St. LOUIS, Mo.—In 1969 the St. Louis Urban Fishing Program
started as a tentative experiment. That first toe in the water
has since evolved and grown into a vibrant program which has
been bringing fishing close-to-home for St. Louis residents for
50 years.
To celebrate the golden anniversary of 2019, the Missouri
Department of Conservation (MDC) and its urban fishing partners
are holding a series of family fishing festivals throughout the
months of April, May, and June. These events are free and open
to the public, and anglers of any age, both expert and novice.
MDC’s urban fishing partners include the Cities of St. Louis,
Ballwin and Ferguson, and St. Louis County. Each festival will
be hosted at a program partners’ lake on a Saturday and will run
from 8 a.m. to noon. The entire family is welcome, and no
advanced registration is necessary. Activities will include free
fishing instruction to help give newcomers to the sport a
kickstart.
The fishing festivals will take place at the following times and
places:
Saturday, April 27
•South Lake in Willmore Park, St. Louis
•Jefferson Lake in Forest Park, St. Louis
•O’Fallon Park Lake, St. Louis
Saturday, May 4
•Carp and Island Lakes in Suson Park, St. Louis County
•Fountain Lake in Bellefontaine Park, St. Louis County
Saturday, May 11
•Vlasis Park Lake, Ballwin
Saturday, June 8
•January-Wabash Park Lake, Ferguson
MDC will stock additional fish for these special events, so not
only will the fishing be fun, but the catching should be good
too. A valid Missouri Fishing Permit is required for anglers
between the ages of 16 and 65.
For more about the Urban Fishing program, go to
https://bit.ly/2Fru9p6.
Reprinted form Missouri Department of Conservation e-mailing
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Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Big Fish Ball
Westin Chicago River North
Add June 11 to your calendar and join us! It's our 14th annual Big Fish Ball, Friends' signature fundraising event that supports our mission to improve and protect the Chicago River system for people, plants and animals.
This year's fun, colorful, summer party on the river is scheduled for Tuesday, June 11 at the Westin Chicago River North, 320 N. Dearborn St., Chicago from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event includes the opportunity to engage with amazing river wildlife, sip some delicious cocktails, enjoy a three-course dinner plus a chance to win incredible raffle packages and bid on silent auction and live auction prizes. Be a big fish so you and future generations can have a healthier and cleaner river!
The Big Fish Ball promises to be a wonderful night as Friends celebrates our 40th anniversary this year and all of the successes to date. A magical river cruise, available for an additional fee, will cap off this memorable evening.
Tickets are on sale now at http://bit.ly/BigFishBall2019. For sponsorship opportunities, table purchases and raffle donations, please contact Kim Olsen-Clark at kolsenclark@chicagoriver.org.
Reprinted from
Friends of the Chicago River
e-mailing
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June 14 -17, 2019
Illinois Free Fishing Days
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Illinois DNR Newsbits......
Reminder to anglers and would-be anglers that Illinois
Free Fishing Days will be during the Father’s Day weekend on June 14-17
Reprinted from
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Facebook..
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Saturday, June 15, 2019
Kaskaskia River Run 2018 ( Boating
Event)
Kaskaskia River / Mississippi
River
Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 11 AM – 6 PM
Kaskaskia River Marina/Campgrounds
1 HARBOR POINT DRIVE, New Athens, Illinois 62264
We are excited to announce that this year All donations made
will be going to Shiners Hospital for Children.
!!PLEASE SHARE!!
June 15, 2019
Meeting Point will be next to the Old Riverhouse which is
currently shutdown in the main channel. ( Plenty of trailer
parking for boats in the parking lot) There is Also A ramp in
Evansville Next to Waterstreet if wanting to meet along the
way.) The Run will take off at 11am.
The Run will go all the way to the Sandbar on the Mississippi
With a DJ Playing music all day... So Bring your BBQ Grills,
Volleyballs, Games, ETC.
Please be Responsible and Obey the No wake zones as the Run will
go through many of them & Also the Lock & Damn Rules. We are
hoping for another great turnout and weather again!
If you or your company is interested in Donating please reach
out to me. All donations that will be made will have your
company logo on the back of the shirt.
All Tshirts Sold 100% of Donations will be going to Shriners
Hospital for Children.
--More info on the Tshirts coming soon---
More details on the event will be posted to event page and
website as they come in.
Please also visit
www.KaskaskiaRiverRun.info
Also like our Boating page on Facebook
Kaskaskia River Boat crew
Reprinted from Kaskaskia River Run Facebook page...
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Friday, June 21, 2019
Mississippi River At Alton, Illinois
Amphitheater Hosting Steve Miller,
Marty Stuart........
Officials recently made the first concert
announcement for the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater's 2019
concert season. The Steve Miller Band and Marty Stuart
will be coming to Alton in June.
The legendary performers will be
performing at the Amphitheater, which is a short walk from
the Alton Marina, on June 21, 2019.
The show is described as "An Amazing
Evening of Original American Music - Classic Rock Meets
Classic Country". Tickets will go on sale on
Friday........
Click here
to read this news story from altondailynews.com.
With Photo and Audio.
Click here
to visit the Liberty bank Alton Amphitheater website for
more information.
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Saturday, June 22, 2019
Mississippi River at Hannibal, Mo
Cardboard Boat Races......
Registration deadline is June 14 for the Cardboard Boat
Races.
The fourth annual Hannibal Parks & Recreation Department Cardboard Boat
races will be June 22 at the Hannibal Aquatic Center. Last year there were
17 boats in the event. Waivers must be signed for each passenger.
Boat check-in is 8 a.m., with the first launch at 9 a.m. Each boat must have
two passengers, ages 6-16. Rules are on the hannibalparks website and
available at the HPR office, 320 Broadway. The entire boat and oars must be
made of cardboard.
Trophies will be awarded to winners in the following categories:
• Fastest Boat
• Titanic Award
• Best Decorated
Rules are available on
www.hannibalparks.org.
Reprinted from Hannibal Parks &
Recreation Facebook page...
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Saturday, June 22, 2109
Dragon Boat Festival
Creve Coeur Lake, Maryland
Heights, Mo
Register for the 13th Annual Gateway Dragon Boat Festival on
June 22, 2019 for teambuilding and fitness fun! Featuring great
food trucks, music, kids activities and more. Proceeds benefit
Operation Family Help, providing financial assistance to people
with medical needs
Reprinted
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Dragon Boat Festival
Facebook...
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Upcoming Event.... June 22, 2019
The Longest Day
Alzheimer's Association
Pool 26 River Crawl For The
Cure........
Click flyer to enlarge
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Sunday, June 30, 2019
Missouri Department Of Conservation
Bullfrog & Green Frog Season Begins
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June 30 at Sunset - Oct. 31, 2019
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July 2019
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Save The Date.... Saturday, July 6, 2019
Grafton Fireworks
Pool 26 at the Confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi River
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Saturday, July 6th, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Fireworks Display....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Fireworks Display
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Save The Date... Saturday July 6, 2019
Froge's Bar & Grill
Portage des Sioux, Mo
Reprinted from Froge's bar & Grill Facebook ...
click here
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July 8 thru Aug 16, 2019
Starved Lock and Dam Closure
Illinois River
Starved Rock & Marseilles Lock and Dam – Bulkhead Recess
Installation
• Partial Closure scheduled June 1 through July 3 and July 8
through Aug. 16
- Locks operational from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. with a 70-ft width
restriction and no ability to
Pull unpowered barges.
• Full Closure scheduled Aug. 16 through Aug.30
Reprinted
from the US Army Corps of Engineers...
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Saturday, July 27th, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Poker Run....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort Poker
Run
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Saturday...July 27, 2019
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
Benefit for the 2019 Blessing of the Fleet
Grafton Harbor
BENEFIT for the
Blessing
Grafton Harbor at 1pm, on July 27th, 2019
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August 2019
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Upcoming Events..... Aug 3, 2019
Reggae on the River
Two Branch Island
Pool 26 of the Mississippi River......
Click here for more info
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Aug 16 thru Aug 30, 2019
Starved Lock and Dam Closure
Illinois River
Starved Rock & Marseilles Lock and Dam – Bulkhead Recess
Installation
• Partial Closure scheduled June 1 through July 3 and July 8
through Aug. 16
- Locks operational from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. with a 70-ft width
restriction and no ability to
Pull unpowered barges.
• Full Closure scheduled Aug. 16 through Aug.30
Reprinted
from the US Army Corps of Engineers...
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Pool 26 of the Mississippi River
Blessing of the Fleet
August 17, 2019
Ahoy to all our seaworthy friends...
I am Rick Flier, President if the Blessing of the Fleet STL and
it's time again this year for our celebration of the 62nd year
of our organization and the gala events that keep the spirit
alive and well throughout our boating community.
As in the past few years, under the leadership of Darryll and
Maureen Weil, we are contacting our great friends and businesses
to see if donations for the BENEFIT for the Blessing, taking
place at Grafton Harbor at 1pm, on July 27th, 2019 would be
possible.
The Blessing parade will start at 1pm, on August 17th, 2019 with
lead boats leaving from The Yacht Club of St Louis and heading
downstream, and leaving from Alton Marina and heading upstream,
to join at the Our Lady of the River shrine at 2:15pm for
commencement of the ceremony. As always, decorated boats will be
judged as they pass by the judge's stand - the theme has yet to
be determined but notification will be made to everyone as soon
as that has been established. Your generous donations and
support have helped keep the heartbeat alive and active and
hopefully we can count on you to help this year as well.
Sincerely,
Rick Flier
President
Blessing of the Fleet, Inc.
314-829-0600
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Saturday, August 31st, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Summer Bike Rally....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort Summer
Bike Rally
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September 2019
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Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Neighbor Nights
National Great Rivers Research &
Education Center
Mississippi River at Alton, IL....
Neighbor Nights is a community event
series at NGRREC held on the first Tuesday of select months
throughout the year. Neighbor Nights is a great time for you,
our river neighbor, to come and learn more about the great
rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them, and the
communities that use them. It’s also an opportunity to
participate in public tours of our LEED certified field station,
get behind-the-scenes laboratory access, or enjoy hands-on
activities. Limited free food and beverages will be provided.
We are excited to announce that Schlafly Beer will be partnering
with NGRREC for our 2019 Neighbor Night series! This means that,
while you hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn
about river-related topics, you can enjoy free Schlafly
beverages. Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to
environmental sustainability, so the partnership was a natural
fit. And, we can’t wait to bring this partnership to you!
Each month offers something different and highlights a unique
project led by one of our researchers, educators, or
conservationists, so make sure to check out this year’s topics
and come see us for a few of your favorites!
Tuesday, June 4, 2019...... Dragonfly
Conservation
Reprinted
from NGRREC...Click
here |
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Friday - Sunday, September 13 - 15, 2019
Quincy Antique Outboard Show
Pool 21 of the Mississippi River at
Quincy, IL
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Saturday, September 21, 2019
Mississippi Earthtones Festival 2019
300-500 E. Broadway, Alton, IL
Details
The Mississippi Earthtones Festival, co-organized by Alton Main
Street and the Sierra Club, is a celebration of our river
through art, music, and conservation. This 13th Annual event
falls on September 21st, and will attract thousands of people to
Broadway, where the street will be closed to traffic between
Alton Street and Langdon Street from Noon until 10:00 p.m.
There will be several agencies on hand to teach consumers how to
incorporate more sustainable practices into their daily lives,
along with companies featuring Earth-friendly products and
services. A variety of fun and educational activities are
planned for families. Dozens of local artisans will offer their
nature-inspired, hand-made, and environmentally-friendly wares.
Wind-powered music will fill the air throughout the day! Come
hungry because there will be a great selection of local food &
beverages on site. Broadway businesses are preparing to roll out
the red carpet for the crowd, and a number of shops will have
displays and merchandise on the sidewalk.
There is ample parking for festival attendees in the Farmers’ &
Artisans’ Market parking lot, located at 501 Landmarks Blvd.;
guests can simply walk across the pedestrian bridge directly to
the event.
This festival is held annually on the 3rd Saturday in September,
as part of the State of Illinois’ “It’s Our River Day”
initiative to celebrate Illinois watersheds through education,
recreation and conservation
Reprinted from
Mississippi Earthtones Festival 2019
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Saturday, September 28, 2019
River Riot 2019
Froge's Bar & Grill
Portage des Sioux, Mo........
Reprinted
from River Riot Facebook...
click here |
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October 2019
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Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Neighbor Nights
National Great Rivers Research &
Education Center
Mississippi River at Alton, IL....
Neighbor Nights is a community event
series at NGRREC held on the first Tuesday of select months
throughout the year. Neighbor Nights is a great time for you,
our river neighbor, to come and learn more about the great
rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them, and the
communities that use them. It’s also an opportunity to
participate in public tours of our LEED certified field station,
get behind-the-scenes laboratory access, or enjoy hands-on
activities. Limited free food and beverages will be provided.
We are excited to announce that Schlafly Beer will be partnering
with NGRREC for our 2019 Neighbor Night series! This means that,
while you hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn
about river-related topics, you can enjoy free Schlafly
beverages. Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to
environmental sustainability, so the partnership was a natural
fit. And, we can’t wait to bring this partnership to you!
Each month offers something different and highlights a unique
project led by one of our researchers, educators, or
conservationists, so make sure to check out this year’s topics
and come see us for a few of your favorites!
Tuesday, October 1...... Swarovski
Waterschool Student Engagement
Reprinted
from NGRREC...Click
here |
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Saturday, Sunday.. October 5th &
6th, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Rat Rally....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort Summer
Rat Rally
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Saturday.. October 12th, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Customer Appreciation Day....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Customer Appreciation Day
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Saturday, October 19, 2019
Grafton, IL
Bass Pro/Cabela’s KingKat Classic
It’s official…… Bass Pro/Cabela’s KingKat
Classic is coming to Grafton this fall. The Grafton Chamber of
Commerce and KingKat tournament director, Jeremy Coe,reached
agreement on terms for a 2 year contract beginning with an
October 19,20019 event and then October 3,2020. It will be
called the RiverRat King Kat Classic .This will be a one day
tournament for the adults and the Sunday following will be the
kids tournament. We feel that this will be a tremendous
opportunity For the city of Grafton and we look forward to your
continued support. Thank you!
Reprinted from River
Rat Catfish Classic Facebook...
click here
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Saturday.. October 26th, 2019
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Halloween Party....
My River Home Boat Harbor & Resort
Halloween Party
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November 2019
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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Neighbor Nights
National Great Rivers Research &
Education Center
Mississippi River at Alton, IL....
Neighbor Nights is a community event
series at NGRREC held on the first Tuesday of select months
throughout the year. Neighbor Nights is a great time for you,
our river neighbor, to come and learn more about the great
rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them, and the
communities that use them. It’s also an opportunity to
participate in public tours of our LEED certified field station,
get behind-the-scenes laboratory access, or enjoy hands-on
activities. Limited free food and beverages will be provided.
We are excited to announce that Schlafly Beer will be partnering
with NGRREC for our 2019 Neighbor Night series! This means that,
while you hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn
about river-related topics, you can enjoy free Schlafly
beverages. Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to
environmental sustainability, so the partnership was a natural
fit. And, we can’t wait to bring this partnership to you!
Each month offers something different and highlights a unique
project led by one of our researchers, educators, or
conservationists, so make sure to check out this year’s topics
and come see us for a few of your favorites!
Tuesday, November 5...... Amphibian and
Reptile Conservation
Reprinted
from NGRREC...Click
here |
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December 2019
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Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Neighbor Nights
National Great Rivers Research &
Education Center
Mississippi River at Alton, IL....
Neighbor Nights is a community event
series at NGRREC held on the first Tuesday of select months
throughout the year. Neighbor Nights is a great time for you,
our river neighbor, to come and learn more about the great
rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them, and the
communities that use them. It’s also an opportunity to
participate in public tours of our LEED certified field station,
get behind-the-scenes laboratory access, or enjoy hands-on
activities. Limited free food and beverages will be provided.
We are excited to announce that Schlafly Beer will be partnering
with NGRREC for our 2019 Neighbor Night series! This means that,
while you hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn
about river-related topics, you can enjoy free Schlafly
beverages. Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to
environmental sustainability, so the partnership was a natural
fit. And, we can’t wait to bring this partnership to you!
Each month offers something different and highlights a unique
project led by one of our researchers, educators, or
conservationists, so make sure to check out this year’s topics
and come see us for a few of your favorites!
Tuesday, October 1...... Monitoring
Sediments and Nutrients in the Mississippi River
Reprinted
from NGRREC...Click
here |
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January 2020
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Thursday, January 30 - Sunday
February 2, 2020
St. Louis Sports and Boat Show
America's Center and the Dome....
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