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Auberge du Ravage posted this picture this morning!

Hopefully, things open up so you can do your trip!

ATVs and snowmobiles: fines of up to $ 25,000 PATRICE BERGERON The Canadian Press Faced with a heavy toll of nearly 600 dead in 10 years, the Legault government wants to civilize the practice of snowmobiling and ATVs with hefty fines of up to $ 25,000. Lhe Minister of Transport, François Bonnardel, tabled, on Thursday, Bill 71, which provides a much stricter framework for the circulation of these high-performance vehicles, which are increasingly numerous. In 10 years, ATVs and snowmobiles have caused no less than 581 deaths and 6,237 hospitalizations, said the spokesperson for the Minister of Transport, Florence Plourde. In comparison, there are more or less 400 deaths per year on the roads of Quebec. 16 years old If Bill 71 is passed, you will have to be 16 years old and undergo compulsory training to operate these machines. And beware: a person who lets a minor who does not have these prerequisites to drive this type of vehicle is liable to a maximum fine of $ 900, while for a rental company, it can reach $ 25,000. Also, the cars will have to slow down: the maximum speed imposed on snowmobilers will be 70 km / h, while it will be 50 km / h for “quad” drivers. And less than 100 meters from a home, a health establishment or an area reserved for the practice of cultural, educational, recreational or sports activities, the pilots will have to slow down to 50 km / h. A fine speeding regime is also planned, with penalties that increase for every 5 km / h that exceeds the permitted speed. Driving while impaired is prohibited. It would also be prohibited to drive off-road on public land when the State specifies it. Drivers must respect the tranquility of natural environments and not disturb the behavior of animals. It is now specified in full that it is forbidden to "frighten, chase, mutilate or kill an animal, with the vehicle or otherwise", or even "to throw or abandon any object or waste" . The fine can then reach $ 500 for an individual, but $ 15,000 for a legal person. Neighborhood In addition, the bill wants to end disputes with homeowners who live near trails. Indeed, the text provides that they will have to accept the inconveniences resulting from the circulation of this type of vehicle. And moreover, "no legal action can be brought against the owner or the lessee of private land which authorizes a club of off-road vehicle users to develop and operate a trail there", we can read. . However, traffic will only be permitted between 6 a.m. and midnight, except in more isolated and uninhabited territories which are specified in the legislative document. The text also provides for a series of rules on the maintenance, safety of the vehicle and its mechanical condition. Finally, a person who wants to rent an ATV or a snowmobile must first take training. Thus, the many French tourists who wish to go on a snowmobile excursion will have to be duly trained before venturing on the trails. The bill will now have to go through the legislative stages and therefore be studied in a parliamentary committee before it is eventually adopted. There are 200,000 snowmobiles and 400,000 ATVs in circulation in Quebec today. Because I love my community, I contribute to my local media.

Good evening, We are happy to announce the decision of the CA regarding our snowmobile relay this winter if the situation remains the same for our region the relay will be OPEN of course we will follow the recommendations of Public Health to the letter. We are already advising you that dirty capacity will be decreased there will be no gas service this season too. Opening date and recommendations will be forwarded to you later. It's up to all of us to play, let's respect our government's instructions to keep the north coast in (Yellow). The board of directors would like to thank our goalkeepers Solange and Gérald for all these beautiful years unfortunately COVID has decided otherwise for this last year planned... Happy retirement to you both!!!!!!

Relais de la Cache - Update Gesgapegiag Economic Development and Lands has been busy with many projects and is happy to announce the fuel pump upgrade and tank replacement starting October 8, 2020. The manufacture of signage is still in progress and should be installed in the coming weeks. We want to let the public know that we are actually open 7am to 10pm, 7 days a week, but we only sell fuel at this time. The new system is equipped with Regular and Supreme fuel. In the meantime, room rental and catering services are closed, but should be open again by the snowmobile season. However, we accept that campers park on site during the hunting season for a small fee. Please contact Relais de la Cache at 581-880-6025 for more information on pricing. We remind all those who visit the Relais de la Cache to respect the Covid-19 measures in force to ensure health and safety. Nous apprécions certainement votre patience sur toutes les questions relatives au Relais de la Cache.

Quebec (1,102) – The number of COVID-19 cases spiked again in Quebec with public health authorities announcing Friday that 1,102 more people have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

We have an outbreak here in NB and QC is not looking great either. Mandatory masks in public places after midnight tonight. Quebec (1,078) -- The province reported 1,078 new cases of COVID-19, and nine more deaths.

100 % with you Mark!!!

Annie lavoie is with Sebastien Dionne at Friends of the forest . THEmcttTherbeSrThe lpThetstftnfs1td Thendarft l9:ffne08n AMed · Saint-Antonin, QC · Good morning dear snowmobile friends ... As you all know, the more time goes by, the more difficult it is to be in customer service with all the standards imposed on us ... It is with great sadness that we announce that this season, we will not be at the helm of the club. Too many uncertainties about what the pandemic can cause. It's only a postponement ... we cross our fingers saying see you next year and who knows, we will surely meet on the trails Be careful, you are our customers, our friends, our winter family

The Host is the perfect spot to stay nice rooms, nice bar and restaurant, and lots of parking and inside heated storage for your sled no charge! The trail runs through their yard. They are a very big supporter of the local club and always have dead flat groomed trails to the door.

Steven that is my secret hiding spot with my buddies Alyre and Julie you were not supposed to say anything! LOl

Mike we are down to 6 active cases here in NB and guys are still riding off-trail in the Christmas Mountains area. All indications are that we will be back to the new normal within a few weeks to months. As far as riding the northern half of NB has some great riding and a long season. There are resorts on the Miramichi River "Ponds & Wilsons" that cater to sledders and several hotels in Miramichi City. The Bathurst area is the snowmobile capital of the Maritimes with the Atlantic Host and Dannys being 2 of the top destinations. Campbellton has several hotels also catering to sledders and of course, there is Moose Valley a sledders heaven. As long as the border issue is solved everyone would be good to go! Pics are from FB this week northern NB.

Hi Mike It is funny you did this post as I have had the same thoughts going through my head. Quebec has more than 50% of all the cases in Canada and this isn't going anywhere quick. There are 24982 cases as of today. I am trying to stay positive and look forward to a great winter season 20-21 but you never know what the future holds! Stay safe everyone and keep your fingers crossed that Quebec gets this under control! On a side note, Lisa and I were supposed to be arriving in Lisbon Portugal today after a transatlantic cruise. Not!!! Saw this picture from Western NFLD on FB taken this week. Andy

6602 km or 4102 miles. Had our last ride canceled due to the coronavirus. We all have to look toward next year and stay positive that this virus will be conquered and we can all have a great 2020-2021 season. Have a great summer everyone despite the tough times we are all going through right now. Andy

Fuse 6 no it does not connect it is a dead end.

Actually 2 sleds ended up in a truck to finish the ride! LOL Doo's all made it.

Got home yesterday from a 12 day 4198 km ride. Left from home In Riverview NB and rode to Chibougamau, Senneterre 100 Lacs. Ran into Dan the Skidoo again in Chapais as well as Snowmater 2112 and met neksleder in Quebec City. Temps ranged from plus 3 to minus 33! For the most part excellent conditions lowest snow cover is north of Lac St Jean for a short area near La Dore and most areas have several feet!!!

Here now this town appears to be shutting down.Ultramar gas closed, Tim hotels closed strip bar closed ! We are at a motel near the Nordic that had people in it about 5 years ago ! Paid at hotel Chibougamau then had to do Easter egg hunt to find this place. The locals had no clue where it is!! Real cheap too almost $600 for 3 rooms.

Beautiful pics Chris! Heading out that way next week can't wait!

Stayed there many years ago!

I have known Chris many years and he has had a few mishaps over the years. The groomer incident for one or the time he jumped the gravel pit in Mont Valin. I am sure he will be fine and have a great story to tell! Andy

Trail at Forestville is open via re-route. In Quebec City on the north side you go to the Colibri Motel and the shuttle leaves from there or the Normandin on the south side . Have a good ride. Andy

How much does it save distance or time-wise Mark between Clova and Fer A Cheval?

The F.-A.-Gauthier is back 19 OTHER After experiencing all kinds of problems over the past year, the ferry F.-A.-Gauthier, which provides the link between Matane and Baie-Comeau, resumed service on Sunday. Play Video QMI AGENCY Sunday, January 26, 2020 19:59 UPDATE Sunday, January 26, 2020 9:36 PM After having encountered all kinds of problems during the past year, the ferry F.-A.-Gauthier, which provides the link between Matane and Baie-Comeau, resumed service on Sunday. The boat made the two usual crossings scheduled, that of Matane to Baie-Comeau at 2 p.m. and that of Baie-Comeau to Matane at 5 p.m. After work on the ship's thrusters, which lasted a year and cost nearly $ 22 million, the Société des traversiers du Québec (STQ) had to repair the boat's engines. "We noticed, in terms of certain control systems, that the two electric motors that power our entire propulsion system were not working well," says Stéphane Lafaut, of the STQ. At the end of December, specialists from the manufacturer General Electric even had to be called in to help find the problem on the ferry and repair it. “We brought in the specialists directly from Europe. They spent, in fact, most of the holiday break working with our teams, ”continues Mr. Lafaut. The boat was out of service since December 17, 2018. In the past few days, the ferry has passed sea trials. The STQ ensures that its staff are ready too. Despite its return, air links are still maintained until January 31.