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All for the best. At work we are running a skeleton crew. A person that briefly entered my building tested positive. He is a super nice guy hope he does well. It’s best to keep people apart at this time. Too many can be badly affected.

Happy Birthday Jean-Guy! 🎂 All the Best Jim & Gemma

And I thought Italiano was good. Yum!

This goes over my pay grade but its informative. The 2nd goes into treatments.

When the US President is told that the state of Florida can not get order’s filled by a US company because they are shipping out to the world he is obligated to do something. He cannot let US hospitals go without PPS. That is not anything but prudent. He cannot let doctors and nurses go with nothing. I have 5 in the family two in Florida. It is about greedy us suppliers screwing their obligations to their previous placed orders to highest world bidder. It’s not about trying to hurting anyone. He has an obligation to the people of the US.

The state of Florida could not buy masks with cash! Their order was sent out of the country. Running out they asked for help and got it. Trump ordered customs to stop shipments of PPE leaving the country. https://www.foxnews.com/media/florida-emergency-official-3m-selling-masks-overseas https://www.news4jax.com/news/florida/2020/04/01/issues-with-deliveries-of-n95-protective-masks-in-florida/ https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/state-leaders-business-practices-around-mask-maker-shady-as-hell-in-crisis/2215002/

Haven't been there in years but remember it well.

I was just thinking about our first trip around the Gaspe 2002. We went without any reservations ( It was the last time I was permitted to do so). We started out of the Quality Inn . I had a backpack with a shovel, ropes and flashlight for emergencies. When we stopped for gas at Sainte-Anne-des-Monts the backpack was gone. We went on and as the sun went down we were in Rivière-la-Madeleine. I was informed that I needed to find a place to stay. We went to Pourvoirie Au Paradis de Judes et Diane. The proprietor did not speak English but he showed me to the garage to park my sled. The place was bustling. After dinner on the way to the room I saw two guys that later we would meet on the trail. The next day we headed to Perce. The weather was warm. We came down from the mountains into a valley (I cannot remember exactly) and it was flooded. I was wishing I had a boat. We drove through a massive puddle. Soon after it started to rain. We managed to make it to Perce. We were happy to get out of the rain. We stayed at Table Roland. I remember having a great meal. The restaurant was setup more like a cafeteria back then. The next morning getting ready to leave I see 4 sleds at the shell station next door. They were all trying to get their machines going. I seems that with all the rain , the gas station had water in the gas. I did not need to get fuel so we head off. It wasn't long before we hit a giant slush zone. I sank like a rock. I carried Gemma to firm snow. My boots filled with water. Then I could hear a couple of machines coming. I tried to point them around the slush. We were all stuck. It was the two guys from the pourvoirie the night before. The three of us managed to move our machines one at a time to firm snow. I thanked them and said goodbye. They insisted we go first just in case. We made our way to the clubhouse in Chandler and took a break. The guys came up behind us and we chatted and had a laugh. I told them I caught a few fishes in my boots. Gemma and I left ahead of them. Going near Port Daniel On a down slope I got stuck bad. Water was running down hill and took out the trail. The Guys were coming I ran uphill to warn them. They helped me out. Then Rene' came down on the Yamaha. He nearly made it. We got him out quick. Ghislain Came down on a MachZ and he was determined to make it. Now I was not going to let them out of my sight. Twice bailed out. I had planed to stay in New Richmond. We got there early and I did not want to lose my new guardians. They wanted to ride on so we followed. Things got very slushy again Near Nouvelle. When we got passed it was getting dark. We made our way to the LArverne Clubhouse. Our guardians were trying to find a hotel. There was a lot of phone calls made by the waitress in the club. It turns out that there's nothing within 100 miles. So the cook calls his father and makes arrangements for us to stay with his dad. We had dinner at the club and followed the cook to his fathers house. I was blown away by the hospitality. I will never forget the kindness. The next morning we had breakfast at the clubhouse. Then we made our way to Groomers TQ5. It was perfect of course. When we got to the north the guys went to RDL and we went to Matane. It was 3 1/2 days Ill not forget. I received a few pics from Rene' via email. Rene' Ghislain The waitress and cook in the middle TQ5

Thanks Bob, JG has the photography covered. Some times opportunity knocks and I get lucky.

In 1999 a coworker gave me a 1980 Citation 3500 that he wanted out of his yard. I rebuilt the engine and reupholstered the seat. I took it to my wife's sisters house in the Catskills. Gemma and I had a lot of fun with that old beater. I bought a snowgoer magazine and read about St. Donat. Next thing I am at the Yamaha dealer getting a new 600 triple Venture. We drove to St. Donat not knowing where we would stay. I passed Cuillere a Pot and spotted all the trailers. That is where we started our Quebec trips. The first ride though the park was awesome. It had rained the day before and all the trees were covered in ice. It was a winter wonderland. I wish I had some pictures.

Hi Jak, Here are my gas purchases 2019 (stock) and 2020 (195 Tune).

2020 12 Days ( 2 of them were half days) 2342 miles. The track side stayed down. No winch or shovel needed . It was a good year for us.

Hi Jeff & Sandy, Wow!! Congratulations on retirement and a fantastic season! That is a lot of ground covered. It was really nice bumping into you two in Matane. Have a great off season. Jim & Gemma

Super nice. Its always fun to ride along with you two! Jim& Gemma

The local orange trail is right off 23. You have to travel across the lake to get to the Manoir.

Team Ice getting it done in the face of adversity. Making memories. Best of luck guys.

Great season Mike! Thanks for keeping us all informed on the conditions in your home away from home. Glad to see you all made it to Lac Baker. You have given us a new destination to shoot for. Happy canoeing.

Hi Alain, Just wondering how the GoPro 7 is working. I had mine plugged into a USB on my sled. It worked great the first 4 days (warm). Then it got a little cooler and I couldn't keep it on. I switched to a GP5 and no problem. Thanks

I was on the trail recently. I guess I did not pay close attention. I missed the trail you are referring to. Sorry I cant be of more help.

Here is the track to Moose Valley. Once in NB it was 44 miles to the Club and it was 30 miles back to Quebec. Amqui to RDL was 221 Miles.

Thanks MrGutz for your help finding Gemmas Oxygen helmet. She is very happy with it! Hi Tom, Thanks. We love this site. I post to do my part. Hi Don, We really enjoy your posts. You can paint a picture with words. Thanks for keeping us informed on conditions. Hi Jeff and Sandy, It was nice bumping into you. I'm glad we had some time to chat. It looks like you two are having a beautiful winter. Thanks for the NB ideas. Hi Alain, All Your excellent reports get us revved up for our trip. Thanks so much for sharing with us. We had a great time this year. I did not have to use my shovel or winch! Hi Bob, Go get it!! The trails were in nice shape when we pulled out. Hi Mike, Thanks for everything. You helped make our stay enjoyable. We are looking forward to the next time.

IF your talking about the lookout it is 74 miles from St. Irene

It’s been a great trip. Sadly were heading back home today and I am being told to get ready.

We take 563 to 85 and head back. One last pick north of Cabano.

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