[83 West of Parent]

So the map updated this afternoon and shows all of 83 open, including where the bridge was being replaced.  I know there have been some issues with the map and updates, could anyone confirm that the bridge is done?

[83 West of Parent]

Sent the club a message this AM asking them for an update on whether they are working a re-route.  Will let you all know if I receive a response.  Between this logging and the bridge, its really screwing a lot of things up!

[We roll again]

Anxious to hear about your day Chris.  Be safe!

[83 West of Parent]

Well, I hope they figure something out.  We are staying in Clova a week from Sunday.   Thanks Iceman for making the inquiry.

[83 West of Parent]

If memory serves me right, they had sections next to the road groomed along this section last year, basically bouncing on and off the road to get through this stretch.  Does anyone else recall this?  If so, wonder if they just haven't opened that yet.

[Fontbrune to Notawissi]

Does anyone know if the cutoff between these two lodges is being groomed?

[83 West of Parent]

20 minutes ago, doonali said:

Yes for sure, was in Clova Monday for lunch via Lepine rd. and spoke with a group from VT. that were less than impressed with the 83 East of Clova. By any chance you?

How was Lepine Road.  Happen to be groomed at all?  Any logging?

[CLOVA]

Thank you much!  That's the main number I have been trying.  Perhaps I will send an email.

[CLOVA]

Hello all.  Been trying to call up to Clova to make a reservation for this winter.  Not having any luck getting the call to go through.  Rings a handful of times and then switches to a busy signal.  Does anyone know if the number may have changed?

Thanks!  Hopefully we will be riding soon!

[Kanawata]

Why do I feel like I used to turn left off 345 heading north to get there??? 

[Wild Fire Impact]

Thanks for the insight. 

[Wild Fire Impact]

Hope everyone has had a great off season.  What are everyone's thoughts on whether the summer wild fires will impact trail openings this winter.  I am considering a run to CLOVA from the south and then back to the east, but wasn't sure about trails being opened.

[Secure trailer parking st.zenon or ?]

Parked at Le Glacier many times over the years.  Never had any issues.  You must arrive during normal business hours to get your vehicle parked in the secured paddock.  Recently, we've been parking in Maniwaki.  Shaves about an hour and a half off our trip.  Not secured though, so added risk.

[Barrage Gouin]

Thanks everyone for the insight!!!

[Barrage Gouin]

Hello all!  Was curious if anyone knows why the trails to this outfitter no longer show up on the interactive map.  I assume they are still offering winter services.  Also, does anyone know if they are started to groom from Clova down to Fer Cheval, or if they even plan to.  I know at one point, much of Lepine Rd was groomed and wow was it nice!

[Just throwin this out there....]

Sorry Chris, you're not alone, my entire season this year has been a let down from all directions.  Hopefully our finale to Wyoming next weekend will be a redemption.  You are welcome to fly out and join us there!

[Right not left people]

There have been way too many of these stories this year.  Same with Driving a car, I think the lack of thought and attention being paid is a side effect of Covid!

[Wow. Just wow. With mad respect for the Surfaceurs.]

No one does it like Quebec, their neighbors to the west should be ashamed, LOL!!   Thanks to all the clubs and operators out there for always doing a fantastic job and of course getting right on it to get things open and ready.  You all Rock!

[Impact on Commercial Driver Strike]

Thanks all.  So from what I am seeing the best plan would be to avoid Ottawa on our drive.  Here's where I need some help.  We usually park in Maniwaki and I've looked at using the ferry to cross the river east of Ottawa, but you then have to back track to get back up to Maniwaki and by the looks of things, it is still going to put you pretty close to the city and probably add a bunch of time.

So...Does anyone know of a safe place to park that would basically be right north of the very crossing, somewhere on trail 53.  I would rather be parked and riding before we got all the way to Mont-Laurier, 

Any thoughts?

[Impact on Commercial Driver Strike]

Hi all.  Planning a trip for next Wednesday.  Will be spending a few days saddle bagging.  Thinking of dropping in Maniwaki, heading up towards Meekos, over to Kanawata, up top and down to Notawissi and then back to Maniwaki.   Curious if any outfitters are experiencing supply problems, including gas.  I know Repos has had fuel issues in the past, but mostly due to traffic.

Any insight would be helpful.   Thanks!

[Lepine Road]

Thanks.  As I understand the history, Dominque from Clova usually runs this stretch with the groomer, but often times it never gets reported.

[Lepine Road]

Does anyone know if Lepine Road will be or is groomed this year?

[Latest COVID border deal]

I am a little surprised they aren't using rapids since they are doing virtually.  Our trip will all depend on whether they re-open restaurants.  I realize there are work arounds, but we've talked about it and don't want to invest 22 hours in round trip drive time and not have the whole experience we've come to enjoy.   Boy do I miss the ole days!!

[Latest COVID border deal]

1 hour ago, revct1 said:

About the random border test.....

Thanks Jack.  Very informative.  By the looks at the numbers, it would seem they are randomly testing a high percentage of individuals crossing.  Does anyone know if it makes a difference as to whether you cross from the States into Ontario or directly into Quebec.

[Latest COVID border deal]

2 hours ago, markusvt said:

No verification on anything, correct on that one. 

 

 

Thanks!