Hello, I have a couple questions regarding obtaining a RABC, it has been a few years since I last went to the Quetico.

1) If applying in person, say at Pigeon River, can you leave the premises while the application is being processed? For instance, if there is a wait, could you hang out at Grand Portage State Park and return to pick it up later?

2) I think I am reading the information correctly, but is the total cost for a family application $30?

Thanks.

Never done it in person but I do get one for the entire family, it covers myself, wife and my 2 boys. I think the cut off for the kids is after age 18 they need their own RABC.

Last time I got one it took 3 weeks when I did it by mail. I think they say give 6 weeks to make sure, sorry never tried to get one in person.

T

18 and over require their own RABC. Don't forget passport or WHTI doc for return. And RABC can cover under 18s other than your own, like Scouts.

I've applied in person at Fort Frances, it did not take very long so I'm not sure there would even be time to go somewhere else, but I don't think once they take the application you need to be there - though I didn't ask so not sure.

I believe the cost for a family is the same as an individual . . . And remember . . . It's Canadian dollars.

Thanks for the help everyone.

A follow up question for those taking their own kids.
Would this eliminate the need and hassle of bringing a notarized letter from the other parent?

I'd say bring it but call Canadian customs and ask. I've found them friendly and helpful, unlike the typical DMV/government agency in the US. All of my calls to Canadian agencies like Quetico office and the customs people, and I called for boating regs once, have been very helpful and pleasant.