revrnd
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RangerJay wrote:Many night-time truckers, particularly in the logging industry, have what are loosely called "moose lights" - an extra set of high intensity roof-top lights that light up the shoulder and the highway far in advance of the truck.
Jay
And moose bars as well. Somewhat more robust than the grille guards everyone puts on their SUV for no reason.
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WillWork4Vaca
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I was out of town this weekend, but thanks to everyone for the great info! The info on gas, getting through the border, etc. was most helpful. I'll be sure to keep an eye out for moose as we're making our way north!
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almcc
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While we haven't been up the road from Thunder Bay to Armstrong in a few years, I don't think you will have a problem, the road isn't bad. There aren't a lot of gas stations between TB and Armstrong, top up in TB and refill in Armstrong when you get there.
Summer is the road construction season, having said that the construction level is somewhat lower this year compared to what we've seen in previous years, there is some repaving near Thunder Bay and between Marathon and Wawa but the delays weren't long. Some bridges are also being rebuilt so be prepared for single lane traffic light controlled crossings with small delays.
The KOA in Thunder Bay is at the junction of highway 17 and the highway to Armstrong, it's a natural jump off point, and it's not a bad stop.
When you are in Armstrong, we sure to walk through the Pinetree line ruins, lots of memories there!
There are some Armstrong pictures and commentary from 2006 on our website, have a look:
http://www.almcclughan.com/westtrip2.html
On edit, I note that the link on our website to the Pinetree web page doesn't work, I believe that the website owner has passed away, there is lots of information on the line to be found on the web however.
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WillWork4Vaca
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Thanks for the info Almcc. I took a look at the web site and included pics as well. Sounds like the trip should be scenic and hopefully one without too much road construction. I'm just a week away now and I can't wait!!
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Timber
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I sure hope you know where you're going in the Armstrong area because there are a lot of lakes in the area that have road access but the Ministry of Natural Resources is putting up signs and other barriers to create an artificial remoteness thus allowing the remote-based outfitters to advertize the lake is strictly a fly-in so they can continue charging up to three times what local drive-to facilities charge. In effect they are creating MNR enforced private game farms for the privledged.
The signs say "use of this road to access the following lakes is prohibited" and sometimes 15 or more lakes will be listed on the sign. I've several examples from other parts of Ontario but we hear the problem is real bad in that area as well.
The Ministry states the reason for the monopoly and discriminatory practice is to "protect remote-based tourism values".
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revrnd wrote:You don't need a passport to enter Canada, only to re-enter the US.
While this statement is technically correct, the Canadian officials will not permit entry if the traveler does not have the correct documents to re-enter the United Sates pursuant to the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.
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WillWork4Vaca
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Hi Timber, I was out travelling for work unfortunately  so it's been a bit since I checked the board.
I'm not familiar with that practice, but I can see how that is the case with tourism $ at stake. We are going to the Ogoki reservoir with one of those outfitters, but have talked about doing a drive in trip in the future. I'll look for some of those signs you talked about as it looks like some of the lakes up there should be accessible via road based on google maps.
Made the last minute preperations this weekend on the RV. Should be ready to go for an evening departure on Thursday. All I'm missing now are those moose lights  Hopefully all goes well and I'll have a nice Walleye on by 10 AM Saturday. Thanks again for all the insight folks!
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bstark
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Willwork4Vaca: Enjoy your run to the fish that jump into the boats without help. Come back on after with a properly crafted "fish tale" with a couple of pic's
Today is just the tomorrow you worried about yesterday!
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sh410
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If your going 1200miles in 22 hours that is an average of about 54 MPH which might be a high average. With fuel stops, eating, rest, etc I would plan for more time to travel.
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RangerJay
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Be sure and get back to us with a report on your travels and adventures - if you are going to be outfitted to the Ogoki Post area your objective of "the Fishing Trip of a Lifetime" for your Dad is bound to be fulfilled.
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