Reviews from Dea Burmingham (3)
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Free Dock Review for Kaskaskia Lock Wall
Reviewed by: Dea Burmingham, Red Pearl, on Aug 29, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.5'Rating: 1
Just a reminder the wall is closed at this time. We were caught by surprise and had to change our route.
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Anchorage Review for Boston Bar
Reviewed by: Dea Burmingham, Red Pearl, on Aug 29, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.5'Overall Rating:4Holding:4Wind Protection:4Current Flow:3Wake Protection:4Scenic Beauty:3Ease of Shopping:1Shore Access:1Cell Service:3Anchored in about 6 feet of water about midway between the channel and the wingdam. Used 75 feet of anchor rode. Current held us mid-stream and we held perfectly all night. Minimal wake from the barge traffic. Minimal noise from the highway bridge. Would definitely reccomend for a safe anchorage.
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Marina Review for Big Bend Marina (formerly Henry Harbor Marina)
Reviewed by:
Dea Burmingham
, Red Pearl,
on Aug 24, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.5'Rating: 5
If you don't like great friendly service, don't come here. The owners and their family are so friendly. Communication via text was great. Mary Frances texted pictures in advance so it was easy to know exactly where to go. We got stuck at some locks longer than we planned for and came in later and they were more than happy to help us with our fuel (diesel). Very helpful with the lines. Local Bar and Grill a short walk up the hill.
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