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Old 12-06-2015, 01:43 PM   #1
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We have been working hard over the last several weeks on the 2016 Northeast US / Eastern Canada Regional Rally, and are finally in a position to share some details with you. As stated earlier, this year's rally will be held in Canada.

The location is Mont-Tremblant in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, about 70 miles northwest of Montreal and 70 miles northeast of Ottawa. Probably best known as a premier ski destination, it is a year-round resort area with plenty to do in every season. And most importantly, it is home to some great motorcycling roads.

Here are the details:

Where: Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada

When: August 16th - 18th
Arrive: Monday, August 15th (check in after 3:30 PM)
Depart: Friday, August 19th (check out by 11:30 AM)

Motel: Hotel-motel le Boise du lac
Website: http://www.boisedulac.com/ (don't let that white stuff in the picture scare you!!!)

The motel is located on the shores of Lake Duhamel and is about five minutes away from Mont-Tremblant (St-Jovite), where there are many activities, restaurants and shops. The motel has a private beach for swimming, fishing, and just relaxing, along with free use of canoes, pedal boats and rowing boats. There is also table tennis and badminton, two BBQ’s, two tents on the lawn (one big enough for two picnic tables), a large deck facing the lake with plenty of chairs, and a campfire setup.

The motel has 17 rooms, all non-smoking. Each has a complete bathroom, a mini-refrigerator, cable TV and free wireless internet. Some rooms have a fireplace, a therapeutic bath, or a kitchenette. And each morning, there is a continental breakfast. Finally, there is a public access kitchen.

Rooms, Pricing and Reservations (all prices in CDN dollars):
5 rooms with 1 queen bed - $118.
6 rooms with 2 double beds - $128.
1 room with 1 queen bed and 1 bunk bed - $148.
2 rooms with 1 double bed - $98.
1 room with 1 queen bed and 1 double Jacuzzi - $158.
1 room with 1 queen bed and a fireplace - $138.
1 room with 1 queen bed, 1 queen sofa bed, and 1 single sofa bed - $148.

Rates: Double occupancy, add $10 per extra person

The owner has offered our group half price on all rooms for the third night of our stay, provided we book by May 15th. All credit cards will be charged on May 15th, and no refunds will be given after that date. Any booking after May 15th will receive 10% off for the third night.

There will be a special web site set up exclusively for our use that should be available later this month. This site should be used for all reservations in order to get the discount pricing.

At this time, 15 of the 17 rooms have been blocked (the queen with the fireplace and the queen with the Jacuzzi are not blocked, but they can still be booked). We will let you know when you can start making reservations, and the web site address to use.

Please note that motels in the Mont-Tremblant area fill up very early, and the room block will only be in effect for a short period of time. It is very important that reservations be made as early as possible, preferably by the end of January. We will let you know in advance when the block will be lifted.

Group Rides and Activities:
We are planning two group rides, one on Tuesday and one on Thursday. Both rides are still in the planning stages, but between them will include the Laurentians as well as riding along parts of the Ottawa River. Each ride will be about 200 miles. More details on those coming later.

Wednesday will be a “do your own thing” day, with a choice of activities ranging from relaxing around the motel to additional riding to a day in the town of Mont-Tremblant. Below is a web site to the Mont-Tremblant area for summer activities.

http://www.tremblant.ca/activities-a...ies/index.aspx

Other Considerations:
For US attendees, note that the current exchange rate is very favorable for travel to Canada.

Also for US attendees, we will be posting additional information on travel to Canada, including identification requirements, gun laws, etc.

We’re anticipating a great rally this coming summer, and look forward to seeing you there.

Norm, Tim and Tom
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Old 12-06-2015, 07:23 PM   #2
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US Citizens entering Canada info

Any one entering Canada for our North East US / Eastern Canada Regional rally will need one of the following documents. Without it you will not be allowed to cross the border into Canada from the United States.

The following documents may be satisfactory evidence of United States (U.S.) citizenship:

  • A valid U.S. passport, U.S. passport card, or a Certificate of Citizenship and Naturalization are considered primary evidence and are acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship.
  • The Enhanced Drivers License (EDL) and Enhanced Identification Card (EIC) (non-drivers) are alternative travel documents denoting the holder's identity and citizenship and are acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship when entering from the U.S. through land and marine ports of entry only.
  • An original U.S. birth certificate, when accompanied by a valid government issued photo identification document, is considered an indicator and may be an acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship.


A passport is the preferred document but an Enhanced Drivers License is cheaper to obtain.

HOWEVER, there are only 4 states now offering Enhanced Drivers Licenses,

  • Michigan
  • New York
  • Washington
  • Vermont



States considering implementing an Enhanced Drivers Licenses include:

  • Arizona
  • Idaho
  • Maine
  • Minnesota
  • New Hampshire
  • New Mexico
  • North Dakota
  • Texas

I would suggest reading this webpage for more info.

http://www.dmv.org/driving-abroad/passport-license.php

You should also be aware no firearms are allowed to be brought into Canada.
If you normally carry, you will have to leave your weapon at home.


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Old 12-11-2015, 11:20 PM   #3
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Things are falling into place.

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Old 12-12-2015, 06:01 AM   #4
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Very interesting trip.
 
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Vacation time approved�� Last day to work Aug 12th going back on Aug 29th. Two weeks of riding in Canada and the New England states.
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Old 12-15-2015, 08:52 AM   #6
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I think you guys will like this place we have picked out to stay at. Water front motel, swim off the dock, canoes, paddle boats, camp fire pit etc. kinda like riding your bike to adult summer camp.
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Old 12-15-2015, 03:08 PM   #7
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I think you guys will like this place we have picked out to stay at. Water front motel, swim off the dock, canoes, paddle boats, camp fire pit etc. kinda like riding your bike to adult summer camp.
It sounds fantastic.
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You bet. Going to be a great summer. So many places to ride. Only a few weeks to go now to get going. Try and get some work in around the riding
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Well still lots of snow, ice and sand on the roads we will be riding on, but all will be good in about 6-8 weeks. Slower for winter to lose it's grip up here in the mountains.
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The 30cm we got last Tuesday completely melted on the weekend. Almost all the grass is showing now. Things are looking up around here.
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Now that's "WISHFUL THINKING"
 
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The 30cm we got last Tuesday completely melted on the weekend. Almost all the grass is showing now. Things are looking up around here.
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Now that's "WISHFUL THINKING"
Yeah wishful thinking, every time I look up snow is coming down.
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