Missouri Whitewater Association | BobTucker | Activity https://missouriwhitewater.org/members/bobtucker/activity/ Activity feed for BobTucker. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:26:09 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 84d17a1ae91c96e129f17702c879a47b BobTucker replied to the topic boating 4/2 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/boating-4-2/#post-16657 Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:44:05 -0500 Me too. Leaving Kirkwood in 10 min. Dropping boat at top then hiking from bottom. My phone is 314-497-5700.

 

]]> 5ae47718ba3b1db26d1d39489d5180c4 BobTucker replied to the topic celebrating life today at the river in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/celebrating-life-today-at-the-river/#post-16468 Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:42:17 -0500 Sorry I missed celebrating with you Jerry. I’ve enjoyed our

years of friendship and good times on the Saint. Thanks for always having my back!

]]> d8eac02b2b8df0b1fdaf2a54ace4492e BobTucker replied to the topic Boating in 70 degrees on SuperBowl Sunday? in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/boating-in-70-degrees-on-superbowl-sunday/#post-15933 Sat, 01 Feb 2020 23:49:18 -0600 Spanish Fly day!

]]> 365a3ec854eb78ba6be8e4b8d0f6b4dd BobTucker replied to the topic RIP Freddie in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/rip-freddie/#post-15529 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 21:02:27 -0500 I haven’t been on this site for awhile and am saddened to read of Freddie’s passing. He had one of those larger than life personalities, was welcoming to me during my early years on the Saint and always made a day on the river more fun. Although he went too soon I’m thinking that Freddie probably squeezed more living into his time on this earth…Read more

]]> 674814a0f9291e32d51789fe5324e95f BobTucker started the topic Monday/Tuesday boating in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/monday-tuesday-boating/ Sun, 06 Jan 2019 19:23:45 -0600 I didn’t make it down this weekend but if anyone is boating tomorrow or Tuesday I would be interested. (314-497-5700)

]]> f6ee90bab6a16f0284fa7f7c63f57ebe BobTucker replied to the topic Report From the Saint in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-the-saint-52/#post-13654 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:47:24 -0600 My personal cutoff for “warm” is 50 but a rising gauge and sunny is a good thing.

 

]]> 231a13fd34dcd61d28ad68247a2e48a7 BobTucker replied to the topic christmas paddle ends quickly in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/christmas-paddle-ends-quickly/#post-13648 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 20:56:29 -0600 Enjoyed the video – thanks. You made the right call. Dry suits are a must this time of year – a lesson I learned the hard way many years ago like your friend.  Glad you made the best of it with a paddle/hike combo. Btw – I’m thinking Chuck probably deserves as much or more credit than the state for trail maintenance.  Happy holidays.

]]> 227270ba4786edbdf1b6d2e78750d01a BobTucker replied to the topic report from the low water bridge in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-the-low-water-bridge-3/#post-13597 Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:10:37 -0600 Sounds like a great hike Jerry. Keeping my eye on the gauge and hoping to see you down there Sunday.

]]> 771181b39064056f388da285bf7814f0 BobTucker replied to the topic Tuesday morning boating in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/tuesday-morning-boating/#post-13502 Mon, 05 Nov 2018 16:53:02 -0600 CJW (Chris, is that you?), unless there’s a big rise from rains this afternoon John Stewart and I may mosey on down tomorrow for some election day boating.  (My cell is 314-497-5700.)  Jerry, you in?  I can pick up that dark honey you’ve been holding for me.   Bob

]]> 2695b281ef9a986a29f13912a32603fd BobTucker replied to the topic Open Boat routes at Cats Paw in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/open-boat-routes-at-cats-paw/#post-12224 Thu, 15 Mar 2018 21:17:09 -0500 Thanks for posting Bart!  Fun day on the river.

]]> 0291bc940818e9eca554cb037f7ad900 BobTucker replied to the topic Sunday boating in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/sunday-boating-3/#post-10322 Mon, 22 May 2017 00:57:12 -0500 Thanks Jon. A great Spanish Fly day on the Saint.

 

]]> 52b317044fafd90b06fc80bdb10bd6a8 BobTucker started the topic Sunday boating in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/sunday-boating-3/ Sun, 21 May 2017 00:35:55 -0500 Any visual reports out there on level? Readings seem out of whack these days. Looks like river still on rise. Trying to figure out approximate level for tomorrow.

]]> ee40b3ac61d9b66da55adeed23029291 BobTucker replied to the topic Braaap party at Saint -- Wednesday 5/10 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/braaap-party-at-saint-wednesday-510/#post-10203 Wed, 10 May 2017 01:38:06 -0500 Thanks for braaping with an OB-er John

]]> 7a67dccc62355bc4865fb97b21e7d70d BobTucker replied to the topic Braaap party at Saint -- Wednesday 5/10 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/braaap-party-at-saint-wednesday-510/#post-10200 Wed, 10 May 2017 00:23:55 -0500 What time?  (And what is a Braaap party?)

I’m in, depending…..

]]> 4c50d3ede0289039d89cad945f6e5548 BobTucker replied to the topic Only the Good Die Young. in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/only-the-good-die-young/#post-10187 Mon, 08 May 2017 14:11:02 -0500 This is really sad news. Jim was one of my very favorite people on the river. If there is a paddling heaven he’s definitely in it.

]]> b8c2dff4f13ccfdfa7d273903662e54d BobTucker replied to the topic Saturday March 4 paddle at 11am in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/saturday-march-4-paddle/#post-8950 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 20:55:43 -0600 John, will there even be enough water (to use your saying) to slide over wet rocks?

]]> d6ff1a897f74e28f76449070c3c44c2e BobTucker replied to the topic Perryville tornadoes in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/perryville-tornadoes/#post-8915 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 22:31:27 -0600 Spoke with Jerry this AM.  He and family OK since they live south of town. Luckily, he missed by 10 minutes being on I-55 when all hell broke loose.  As further proof of his survival, he said he was boating yesterday.

 

]]> 31c5297db5ceb10e4f8c76f40dd239e2 BobTucker started the topic Friday in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/friday-2/ Thu, 01 Dec 2016 15:33:46 -0600 Since I missed out on the last two days and today 🙁 was thinking of boating tomorrow if by some stroke of luck level is still at or around zero.  Would appreciate a visual later today if anyone is around.

]]> 49cd4a6e3f620dae21954bce32cae6ef BobTucker replied to the topic Tuesday 11/29 Paddle in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/tuesday-1129-paddle/#post-7709 Mon, 28 Nov 2016 18:04:36 -0600 That would be nice. My dry suit just arrived from NRS after gasket repairs. Perhaps that’s a good omen.

]]> 3c3aed735f473b9f2df6adb2dc2f36a6 BobTucker replied to the topic Teaching River Etiquette in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/teaching-river-etiquette-41016/#post-5592 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 23:51:13 -0500 Well said Jon. My bad on mentioning the DM clinic by name. I’ve had great times paddling with Ronnie, did their clinic one year, have safety boated for them and, obviously, totally agree with you on the quality of those folks. As you said, we’ve all been there. I’ve had my lines interrupted and, despite my best intentions, have no doubt done it to…Read more

]]> 185f721be9db479a13c07e4d4635b331 BobTucker replied to the topic Teaching River Etiquette in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/teaching-river-etiquette-41016/#post-5584 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 16:29:28 -0500 I know it was the weekend of the annual open boat whitewater clinic put on by Discovery Ministries out of Eminence. I wasn’t there and have no knowledge of this incident but I can say that this is generally a well-run clinic; Ronnie and the folks who lead it are veteran boaters and good guys. That said, they do often have a number of novice…Read more

]]> 092f777afa4c1b52e34b42fefc36038b BobTucker replied to the topic Teaching River Etiquette in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/teaching-river-etiquette-41016/#post-5584 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 16:29:28 -0500 I know it was the weekend of the annual open boat whitewater clinic put on by Discovery Ministries out of Eminence. I wasn’t there and have no knowledge of this incident but I can say that this is generally a well-run clinic; Ronnie and the folks who lead it are veteran boaters and good guys. That said, they do often have a number of novice…Read more

]]> bbb551ff22284f8dd7de09836b18910f BobTucker replied to the topic Syenite to Roselle in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/syenite-to-roselle/#post-5069 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 16:57:04 -0600 It’s on my “list” of places to paddle as I have been told over the years it is nice. Only one short stretch of legitimate whitewater from what I hear so if that is your goal, probably not worth it but otherwise sounds like a nice float trip. Have also been told the fishing there is pretty good.

]]> 25d8f356e83e1a8d3df0aa2bac43ebe6 BobTucker replied to the topic Syenite to Roselle in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/syenite-to-roselle/#post-5069 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 16:57:04 -0600 It’s on my “list” of places to paddle as I have told over the years it is nice. Only one short stretch of legitimate whitewater from what I hear so if that is your goal, probably not worth it but otherwise sounds like a nice float trip. Have also been told the fishing there is pretty good.

]]> 904016b08ffc5bb775c9eb471617d56f BobTucker replied to the topic STILL sliding over wet rocks HOD-CON in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/sliding-over-wet-rocks-hod-con/#post-4805 Sat, 30 Jan 2016 13:32:42 -0600 I was tempted to slide John, but at -5 not sure I’m up for scraping. Regardless, enjoy this great weather!

]]> a5d67aa1b99027ddd012521e6b134e63 BobTucker started the topic Warmup in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/warmup/ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 17:26:39 -0600 Any predictions on what this late week warm-up will do for weekend water levels?

]]> d80f870b062dc8573a47883ae76fed5f BobTucker replied to the topic Friday afternoon paddle? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/friday-afternoon-paddle/#post-4528 Fri, 08 Jan 2016 03:52:59 -0600 There must be a happy medium between 3:45 p.m. and 9 a.m. but am in for the early shift. See you at 9 Chris. Texted you.

Bob

 

]]> 51b4938aad56793358e90dceea76edad BobTucker replied to the topic Friday afternoon paddle? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/friday-afternoon-paddle/#post-4521 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:06:58 -0600 Dan: I too would like to get in a Friday afternoon paddle but need to go earlier. Chris, what time are going to be at D Bridge?

Bob (314-497-5700)

]]> 85e9769c8c5978fe5c0120936cd07dc5 BobTucker replied to the topic Attention Open Boaters in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/attention-open-boaters/#post-4020 Mon, 14 Dec 2015 20:05:03 -0600 I have a Mad River Outrage in storage if you want to try it.

]]> 328ae2799849f5f32747e992480a2e33 BobTucker replied to the topic boating thurs or friday? in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/boating-thurs-or-friday/#post-3740 Fri, 20 Nov 2015 18:23:31 -0600 Sure sorry to have missed the opening of fall whitewater season with you Jerry. That darn thing called work got in the way.

]]> 109f03d3acef8665e6a900ed8c47e393 BobTucker replied to the topic Party with Freddie at Silvermines this Saturday night October 10 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/party-with-freddie-at-silvermines-this-saturday-night-october-10/#post-3471 Sat, 10 Oct 2015 18:38:56 -0500 I’ve been out of town this week and going to hang at home with my honey tonight but welcome home Freddie. Looks like some perfect weather for a party.

]]> 161caa0e001459364590518ba228c173 BobTucker replied to the topic Tuesday 1 pm in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/tuesday-1-pm/#post-2903 Wed, 22 Jul 2015 17:49:40 -0500 It was a wonderfully surreal day with the changing water levels. My wife just laughs now when I say it’s
the last day of the paddling season.

]]> 489914448cc750a6371614d3d07e5f9b BobTucker replied to the topic Is Marble Creek running in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/is-marble-creek-running/#post-2730 Fri, 10 Jul 2015 21:39:39 -0500 A related question: Dan, did you (or anyone else) have a chance to talk to Dwayne Ellis to avoid repeat of landowner problem at the take-out?

]]> 959cf7409c752cb370ed5ecc3d3b2e7f BobTucker replied to the topic Marble Creek Video in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/marble-creek-video/#post-2604 Thu, 02 Jul 2015 14:19:38 -0500 Awesome video – thanks for posting. Depending on water levels, any chance you’ll be going tomorrow?

]]> 7cd98e8a624c591adfa93bc79706de36 BobTucker replied to the topic Saint, Marble, Big Creek - next week in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/saint-marble-big-creek-next-week/#post-2434 Sat, 20 Jun 2015 17:57:12 -0500 You are right. Awesome pic. Now I really want to paddle Marble!

]]> 76517c9186b7346763d26e63470cdd65 BobTucker replied to the topic Saint, Marble, Big Creek - next week in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/saint-marble-big-creek-next-week/#post-2431 Sat, 20 Jun 2015 16:56:58 -0500 When you are ready Alan you will find no shortage of skilled kayakers in the MWA willing to share their knowledge with you, including the annual spring clinic. As for me, I am part of a distinct minority of lowly whitewater canoeists (aka open boaters). Again, thanks for sharing this great information & history on Marble Creek.

]]> cfb91d08fd8511582a37c733450e8114 BobTucker replied to the topic Saint, Marble, Big Creek - next week in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/saint-marble-big-creek-next-week/#post-2428 Sat, 20 Jun 2015 15:42:19 -0500 Thank you very much Alan for taking the time to write this. Access to Marble Creek has long been the subject of discussion on this website and it is great to have this information, and your permission as a landowner. Whitewater paddlers are generally very considerate and respectful of landowner rights. The run on Marble, I am told, is a gem which…Read more

]]> f0252afbcbeddd7896d7c3732377a95f BobTucker replied to the topic Saint, Marble, Big Creek - next week in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/saint-marble-big-creek-next-week/#post-2412 Fri, 19 Jun 2015 20:28:08 -0500 Have always wanted to do Marble. Would like to join in if I can, but way things looks may be too high this weekend.
What is the rule of thumb on what Saint level is best to do Marble?

]]> f3e50a9e6e93b506a064b7f9a777eb06 BobTucker replied to the topic The Pope Loves Missouri in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/the-pope-loves-missouri/#post-2247 Mon, 08 Jun 2015 16:10:20 -0500 Jerry: do you have an email address you can give me to send the video I took of you at Cats Paw on Saturday?
(I tried texting it to you, but not sure if you’re a texter.) Otherwise, I may have to do something drastic like figure out how to post a video on this site. If all else fails, just ask one of your grandkids for help.

]]> f6a2f39bead3f29129368ee866503a31 BobTucker replied to the topic Visiting from out-of-state and looking to boat in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/visiting-from-out-of-state-and-looking-to-boat/#post-1995 Mon, 18 May 2015 20:32:12 -0500 Steve: I wouldn’t say the Saint will be running “reliably” the next few weeks. We’re entering the time of the year where the season could be nearly over, or,  as indicated, there are years when we’ve have had some pretty cool father’s days on the Saint.  In other words, it’s a bit of a crap shoot. So just keep watching this site and the gauge as…Read more

]]> 17e634910ad9f89f63845d6aaf202a9f BobTucker replied to the topic Visiting from out-of-state and looking to boat in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/visiting-from-out-of-state-and-looking-to-boat/#post-1995 Mon, 18 May 2015 20:32:12 -0500 Steve: I wouldn’t say the Saint will be running “reliably” the next few weeks. We’re entering the time of the year where the season could nearly over, or,  as indicated, there are years when we’ve have had some pretty cool father’s days on the Saint.  In other words, it’s a bit of a crap shoot. So just keep watching this site and the gauge as yo…Read more

]]> 5dc93a8147d372f8f47f4e244a71b545 BobTucker replied to the topic Wednesday and Thursday Paddling in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/wednesday-and-thursday-paddling/#post-1929 Tue, 12 May 2015 19:27:33 -0500 I would like to paddle Thursday Dennis and if so, will give you a call but I may wait until this weekend for my friend

Larry Rice who is passing through.  Would you care to hazard a guess what the levels might be this weekend?

]]> f4c7861ece81d4b7477968bc1b9dad81 BobTucker replied to the topic Report from the Saint (30-24-1) in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-the-saint-30-24-1/#post-1782 Fri, 01 May 2015 19:30:06 -0500 I’ve been scouring weather forecasts for some hopeful signs of whitewater late next week when my paddling buddy Larry Rice passes through on his way from Buena Vista, CO.  to Georgia. Hizzhonor Mr. Kelly was thinking of joining us on Friday. Looks like some rain  in the forecast but with the water this low I’m losing optimism. I’d love for someon…Read more

]]> f7e773aa76a7487b9d11a5d259a09843 BobTucker started the topic Thursday paddling in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/thursday-paddling/ Mon, 09 Mar 2015 20:16:53 -0500 I may camp out Thursday night on the way to Little Rock if anyone interested in an afternoon run.

]]> 591ce16c2438e845827439479f16fc0a BobTucker became a registered member https://missouriwhitewater.org/activity/p/128/ Mon, 26 Jan 2015 20:25:41 -0600 0