Great Loop: St. Louis and on to Hoppies!


This is a turn that you don't want to miss.  It is the entrance to the Chain of Rocks Canal.  If you go left, you live and continue on through the Chain of Rocks Lock.  If you go right, you die in the Chain of Rocks Rapids.  Go Left young man, GO LEFT!



In October 2021, this sailboat went right rather than LEFT at the critical intersection.
It did not end well.




Here's a screen shot showing our convoy headed down the Chain of Rocks Canal


Saint Louis Missouri



The Saint Louis waterfront with an Amtrak train just leaving the station.



The old and the new on the waterfront



The first railroad bridge to span the Mississippi River in Saint Louis.  It was built in 1874, just about 150 years ago.





Amy Marie is approaching the Gateway Arch
It is impressive when seen in person



Amy Marie at the Gateway Arch



Amy Marie passing Saint Louis on it's way to Hoppies Marina, Kimmswick Missouri



A river cruise boat stopped in Saint Louis


Today's Goal:  

Levee High Apple Pie - Blue Owl,  Kimmswich Missouri



The Goal.
Keep your eye on the target!

Hoppies Marina, Kimmswich Missouri



This home of Fred Anheuser, of Budweiser fame, is located in Kimmswick Missouri



Our convoy is tied to the barges at Hoppies Marina
The owner of the Marina does an evening briefing on what to expect in the over 200 miles to Paducah Kentucky.



Beth with a good selection of Tugs docked behind her
There are 3 Ranger Tugs, a Nordic Tug, and a Lord Nelson Victory Tug



A home in Kimmswich



One of the main reasons for visiting Kimmswich
They serve a tasty meal and have great desserts




Before getting seated, Mike previews the dessert selection



The Looper Crew



Mikes goes bug eyed anticipating dessert



The crew of Amy Marie at lunch



There are many fine homes in Kimmswich
It is a very walkable town



The Kimmswich Post Office



The town has preserved many of their historical structures



An early home from the mid-1800's



Mike and Beth



Yolo has left the dock
 


The Crew of Titan preparing for an early morning departure






Ready to depart Hoppies Marina early in the morning
Destination Cape Girardeau

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Berthing Information

  • We berthed at Hoppies Marina.
  • Phone: 636-467-6154
  • They have fuel and electrical hook ups
  • This is the last spot to fuel until you get to Paducah Kentucky, ~ 220 miles away.

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