QUAD CITIZEN TO KNOW
Carrie Stier Owner and Operator // Riverboat Twilight One of the many family businesses that make the QC a great place is Riverboat Twilight, docked since 1987 in LeClaire, and offering cruises from May through October. While her husband, Kevin Stier, pilots the boat, Carrie Stier is the backbone of the operation and takes
care of everything passengers don’t see. In her office east of Galena, Carrie does it all – from booking passengers,
advertising to payroll – and
steers the boat in her own way. The Peoria native has a son, Jacob, who also captains the ship, and daughter, Emily, who works in the office. “I’m surprised how many times on our sightseeing trips we get foreign travelers, it’s amazing,” Carrie says. “I think people
Pickleball and tennis enthusiasts will also feel at home with our region’s high- quality courts, including more than 34 outdoor pickleball courts to keep players occupied. Riverside Park in Moline illuminates to keep players going into the night. Northwest Park in Davenport and Forest Grove Park in Bettendorf have ample setups
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get a deeper appreciation when you see the river from the river, not on shore, in the two-day trip especially, when we go through the Lock & Dams, that is an experience.” Twilight’s most popular cruise is two days, to Dubuque (overnight at Grand Harbor Resort) and back, including all meals and admission to the National Mississippi River Museum. They offer a one-day cruise from Dubuque to Guttenberg, and a sightseeing cruise on the river in the QC. The 140-person capacity riverboat went to Galena until switching to Dubuque in 2005. “When we first departed out of LeClaire, it was little more than a dirt parking lot. LeClaire has really built up,” Carrie says. “There are so many restaurants, shops, the distillery; they’ve put in a lot of effort. And the greater Quad Cities area has a lot to offer as well.” Outside of work, Carrie loves crafting, sewing, making cosplay costumes, and listening to podcasts. She likes getting to know the boat customers, and a handful of regulars have gone on 15 or more cruises. –Jonathan Turner
for optimal play. Players of both sports can enjoy the top-notch facilities the Quad City Tennis Club offers. With indoor and outdoor courts, players can continue to play in the sunshine or snowy weather. When summer comes to an end, winter brings new seasonal adventures. Stay warm while bald eagle watching at the Milan Bottoms , the largest winter roosting site in the lower 48 states. All ages can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing at Snowstar in Andalusia, a state-of-the-art winter sports facility offering over 28 acres of fun. Venture on to the QC’s scenic trails by cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or even winter cycling. Outdoor activities in the Quad Cities bring the beauty of nature closer through fun adventures. From hiking to golfing to snowboarding, every season has its own unique elements to enjoy. With picturesque landscapes and state-of-the-art recreation facilities, your next adventure waits just outside for you.
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