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I believe, the only thing that runs is, the Algoma Train Tour, not sure they do it in the winter as the "snow train" any longer. I know they do leaf watching tours in the fall. But, they only go to the canyon near Montreal river area and turn back to the soo. To answer your question, the ACR has been closed and opened and closed, and no, they do not go to hearst with passengers from the soo area now. They are in the process of "dismantling it". There are a lot of bridges north of the canyon. The one that seems to be the nail in the coffin, is all the tracks running in, and by Oba lake (their is a pier like system on the east side of the lake, running quite a bit of the waters length. From what I gather, before the final closure, the bridge/pilon's on Oba Lake and the creek/river north of Oba Lake, were in a dangerous state of repair for freight, and they had to significantly slow the trains down to cross there. All the people that had camp access via the acr from the soo north, have no access, via the railway now. Due to the limited access now, the MNR actually just this year, stated people that owned camps on Oba Lake, and their immediate family, could access the lake if possible via the road (simpson) which was a big no, no, due to the MNR protecting the remote tourism outfitters, operations. times they are a changing. Ski

And now after thinking about it. The spur in the mill yard hooks to the ACR, that goes out to Franz Station just northeast of town. There is a junction/crossing at the CP rail, at Franz. They took that cross/switch out last year. Ski

From the Googles, CP runs from Thunder Bay (and further west) to Sudbury, (and further east) but, does not come through Dub proper. CN runs from Winnipeg, to Sudbury but, never gets closer than Hornepayne (Oba) to us. with a possible section from Oba, to Hearst. Ski

CP/CN freight rails are open, not sure they run to hearst from us. The ACR from Algoma Canyon north, is no longer viable. Many trestles, are unsafe for train traffic. A few locals are running the acr from dub, to points north and south. There is/was a spur in the mill yard, not sure if that hooked to the acr, or cp/cn. Ski

Know your role, stay in your lane. maybe ask people that know, before spewing your crap. No the mill did not open again, and it has been almost fully dismantled. Unless someone builds a complete new mill, there will be no milling operations in Dubreuilville. The rail line is closed too so, unless you truck 100% of the lumber, you cant move the lumber from town, at this time. There are rooms available at the magpie now, the mine have built several lodging complexes, for the contractors, and mine people. You truly are the definition of Fake News. Ski

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you degenerates out there! Ski

95% of the time is probably stretching it, unless you are talking 4 stroke sleds built in the last 3-5 years. Then still, some (most) 2 strokes, will still be short on fuel, in many cases. I dont think our 2018 High Country 800's could make the run from wawa to chapleau with 3 extra gallons. I know it wouldnt make it from wawa or chapleau to goulais or heyden, with just 3 extra. For me, it is a been there done that, we've done it, and with the chance of an issue in there with no stop, or safety net, I just choose to avoid the area but, that is using the ole noggin, and understanding the risk management, and sled/rider limitations. It is a great area dont get me wrong but, there are better, easier, and safer access places to ride to/through. your results may vary. Ski

Received the shipping email today. should be here our next trip up. Ski

To make it work, you need people like the QC family mentioned, living onsite year round, wanting that lifestyle. Once you have that, then you figure out how to shorten the drive for fuel delivery, or make the roadway better, and more capable for year round delivery. But, the investment in machinery to do this plus maintenance on those machines makes it cost inefficient, for your return on the investment. Yes, many people will come to you, and sometimes be overwhelming, and remember this is all seasonal... but in reality, how much profit can you make on fuel, burgers, soup, and a place to sleep, when your power is provided by a diesel generator, that needs maintenance and replacing too? Karen and Gary at Flame Lake Lodge Had 2 diesel gennies one to run the place, and one as back up, and in the process of rebuilding, and they swapped back and forth to prolong those items. this was before they added solar, and wind power Battery systems. In the case for halfway, solar would be a bad option for 7-8 months out of the year (grey, lots of clouds). Wind wouldn't be great either considering the location in the middle of the two canyon ("mountains") Algoma, and Agawa, in a low land area. The best thing that could happen is to hire a logging company to make the road better, & petition the power company/govt, to put a transfer station in, to get your power from the grid (they are basically below the hydro line but, cant access the power). Then buy a decent used grader, and keep the road open in the winter yourself. If you cant do that, it isnt even worth trying... It will just keep opening and closing, over and over. Ski

No, it is getting fuel to the location, and having that fuel for the sledding riders that arrive there daily. Really, you only need a couple that works well together, and a handyman, and maybe a 4th, to make a go of it. someone to cook/serve/clean up, someone to fix things, and pump fuel, and a helper/fill in. In the hey days, there would be hundreds of sleds coming through daily on the weekends. at the time almost everyone took 10 gallons. doesnt take much to empty a 1000 gallon tank. filling a large tank with 5 gallon cans, or whatever type of storage device you could pull in on a sled, groomer etc... would take forever and be a logistical, and environmental permit nightmare. Remember Steve, Gail, and another couple (if I remember right) did it for years, just with their small group. the biggest problem is, the logistics to keep the road open, safe, and wide enough to get a fuel tanker to their location. I am with Ox I dont think there should be any grants, bailouts, or extra funds given to a business, trying to make a profit, in this situation. Ski

From the Sault club on FB: Unfortunately, Halfway Haven has confirmed that they will not be opened for this coming season due to various challenges. The good news is they’re not going anywhere and hope to reopen for the winter season in the future. The other good news is that we along with our neighbouring Clubs to the north, Wawa Sno Riders and Chapleau Artic Watershed SC, will keep the trails open for the coming season similar to last year. Ski

They (Halfway Haven) posted on FB today, they will not be open this season. Ski

Ordered 2 seasonal, may order 1 more seasonal, and 1 classic, before the fees go up. the US exchange at 135 right now, makes this a super deal, for us. Ski

Yeah, I bet you had fun. LOL! Wet boots, helping dumb Americans going places with too much water, slush/overflow. wet boots, melt downs, choice words, sweating like porn stars, wet boots... What wasnt there to like? did I mention wet boots? LOL! It was a good week to be up there though. Are your sleds all ready for the next adventure? Ski

You know, you are always welcome, for a visit. Ski

Spoken like true late 90's, early 2000's fans. The SRX has been around for a loooooong time, and not in blue and white. I would imagine people from the 70's and 80's dont like the blue and white. so, you have that. LOL! Ski

hockey, curling, spring break for school kids. it is that way almost everywhere. Ski

there is data out there about the 2020 fires outwest alone, producing twice as much emissions and air pollutants, than all of the California's greenhouse gas reductions, combined from 2003 to 2020 we dont need more carbon help with the cars/factories... we need better forest management. our ego's are way too high, when we think, we can control the weather. it is cyclitic, nothing more. the reason we hear about events, more is, we are in a less than 6 hour news cycle... instead of little to no news cycle, or weeks or months. it is funny to me when you hear the WEF talk about climate, and in the same breath state " We own the science on climate change, you cant argue with our findings"... that isnt science. that is information manipulation. Ski https://www.facebook.com/reel/198085092914593

no, your math is "fuzzy". one third of 100% is 33%. so... 100% of the energy from non e, with one third less energy, is a 30% (33) loss. you can argue all you want, the math doesnt lie. and yes... they do water corn, and yes, they use water to produce ethanol while "cooking" the corn down to get the ethanol out. Ski

how? 30% less fuel economy with e10, costs more to produce, not to mention the water required for corn growth, and then even more for the ethanol production. when you look at carbon output, again, you would use 30% more fuel, to produce the same mileage as non E fuels. tell me how, it is better for the environment. raping the land for "fuel corn", pulling food for livestock, textile, and other cash crop items, from previously cash cropped fields... over and over while using harsh chemicals, and synthetic fertilizers, and GMO plants to get more production for what? an additive that messes up most fuel systems in ICE systems. yes... tell me more, how this is better for the environment. Ski

snake oil. nothing will eliminate, remove, neutralize ethanol/alcohol. Ski

for those of you close to a border town, check across the border, might be easier for you to get fuel. the soo has several very close to the International bridge. Ski

Kellsport pro gun and a gallon (kit) goes a long way. approx 150 usd, then when you need another gallon of sprayable material it is like 50 bucks. Ski

you need to protect them with a lanolin (fluid film, woolwax, surface shield), or petroleum based corrosion inhibitor yearly. they do not come from the factory "rust proof". we spend close to 100,000 on these things now, in some cases. take a few hours, and less than 100 a year, and coat everything that isnt the exhaust, and brakes. otherwise after a few years of salt, brine, beet juice on the roads, they will be a rust hole, shitty looking paperweight. Ski

the tuner, and turbo crowd loves e85, higher octane, lets them bump timing/ignition curves. they are not looking for fuel economy, just horsepower. as I said before, it will take some time but, you will see more places carrying, non E rec fuel (at a very premium price). it will take some time for those places to trickle into the canadian market but, it "should" come. our rec fuel here is rated for at least 90 octane (out of the pump). generally a fresh batch is going into the ground tanks at 91-93. It's all I buy, all I use for all our powersports toys. dirt, street bikes, sleds, boat engines, weed whipper, chainsaw, even my 2019 tacoma, is tuned for rec fuel. it is about .80-1.00 per gallon more than regular 87 pump fuel but, the peace of mind for fuel related issues is almost zero. I dont have to add stabil, seafoam, nothing. I had a saw I forgot about, it sat for almost 2 years with rec fuel mix in it. I shook the saw to "remix" the oil in it... it started on the 2nd or third pull, and idled. try that with eth fuel and any additive. ski