ChrisWright

November 21, 2023

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

November 15, 2023

Thanks for the insight.

November 14, 2023

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.

**MrGutz** · January 23, 2023

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.

January 17, 2023

Thanks everyone for the insight!!!

January 16, 2023

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!

**PLAYHARD** · March 10, 2022

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!

**PLAYHARD** · March 4, 2022

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!

**GSX800** · February 7, 2022

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!

February 6, 2022

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?

**PLAYHARD** · February 5, 2022

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!

**PLAYHARD** · February 2, 2022

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

February 1, 2022

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

NSHM · January 25, 2022

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!!

January 25, 2022

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.

January 24, 2022

2 hours ago, markusvt said:

No verification on anything, correct on that one.

Thanks!

January 24, 2022

2 hours ago, snowmaster2112 said:

You shouldn’t have any trb.

have a great trip

Thanks Chris

January 24, 2022

So if you have to do a random test, do they give you the test kit at the border?

**PLAYHARD** · January 24, 2022

Reviving this thread. Anyone having any issues crossing? Just signed up for my ArriveCan account. Seemed pretty easy. What are they doing for vaccine verification, seems like anybody can just upload a doc. Any troubles or slow downs at the border? Is there a certain amount of time you have to have your trip plans entered or can you do at the last minute? Thanks for any insights. Happy Trails!

**PLAYHARD** · April 6, 2021

Funny that NorthWoods Law comes up. We were talking one evening about a trip to NH as we have never been there and one of the guys in our group had friends that said it was really nice in areas. About an hour later that evening, I was flipping through the channels and stopped on Northwoods Law, not a typical watch for me, but saw whitegold on the screen and a sled and was immediately interested. Watched for a bit and the fish cop was handing tickets out to snowmobilers like candy on Halloween. Texted the boys in our group and said count me out, I will never ride in that state.

SnomoGary · March 25, 2021

About 1200 for me, all North Central PA. A blessing to have a winter there that we haven't seen for 25+ years, but surely missed Quebec. Here's hoping 2022 won't be such a shit show.

March 16, 2021

On 3/14/2021 at 2:12 PM, snowfarmer said:

Yup . First time ever for me ! Heard a bang , thought a it was a belt but looked up in the air about 20 feet to my left at saw about a 6 in piece of something flying through the air and thought , WTF went to hit the brakes and then it hit me , Track!

WOW!! Looks awesome out there! Bad news on the track!

SnomoGary · February 26, 2021

Well, we surely missed Quebec and Ontario this year, but were blessed to have the best winter in 20+ years here in North Central PA. Riding opportunities almost everyday from Mid December until now. Working in the crazy field of healthcare, I for one, was extremely thankful for some great stress relief 3 hours away from home. Even found some Quebec like conditions on occasion. Sure is an awesome place to ride when they have a winter.