Winnebago (Excursion boat, 1924-1948)

Summary

• BOAT DESCRIPTION: Sternwheel
• BOAT TYPE: Excursion boat
• BUILT: 1924 at Dubuque, Iowa at Dubuque Boat and Boilers. Assembled at the Dells
• BECAME: Winnebago Clipper
• FINAL DISPOSITION: Converted to a diesel-powered motor launch in 1948 and renamed
• OWNERS: Dells Boat Company
• OFFICERS & CREW: Captain Oliver Reese (pilot); Captain Arnold Priester
• RIVERS: Wisconsin River
• OTHER INFORMATION: Her engines were built in 1920 at the Iowa Iron Works in Dubuque, Iowa. Converted to diesel and renamed in 1948