Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Quetico Forum :: doing things right
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marsonite |
Once you step on shore or portage into a different lake (talking the eastern half of Lacroix) you are in the Quetico and will need a permit. You would have to go to Quetico ranger station to get one. The exception would be that some outfitters (Latourelles for one) can pick up a Quetico permit for you. Latourelles charges $100 bucks for this service (plus you have to pay for the permit itself). I believe that you can use live bait on the Ontario side of LaCroix. However, you would have to purchase the bait in Ontario and have a reciept with you. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. As for fishing without live bait, there are tons of threads dealing with the topic in the fishing forum. Jigs, twister tails, Rapalas, etc. |
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HansSolo |
quote tumblehome: "This is just a small part of the equation so it's really not feasible unless you love paperwork and spending money. Well said Tom. Although it can be done, it's a pain in the neck to coordinate dates, paperwork, fees, etc., and stay within the rules and regulations when combining both parks in the way "gottafish" intends. This is especially true with a large group and/or members that include minors. The exception being if you're entering Quetico through Prairie Portage, Cache Bay, etc. and you can get in and out of Quetico in one day. Even then, doing one or the other is much more simple. That said, I know some people who love trip planning and don't mind tweaking the complicated nuances of every trip detail. Hans Solo |
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cowdoc |
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Kiporby |
quote cowdoc: "isn't there some extra paperwork involved in taking minors across the border also? I'm not sure cuz it's a non issue for me, but I seem to recall something..." You can get one RABC to include your entire family and kids. If that is what you mean Doc. |
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billconner |
As to paperwork, I don't fish so that makes it easy. Since I have a US passport for other reasons, US is easy with proper BWCA permit. I've never found getting an RABC much work - fill out a form, copy passport and drivers license, put down credit card, and it shows up in 2-4 weeks. 15 minutes effort. Probably less time than waiting in line at Ft Franbces or Pigeon River. Quetico permit on line and stop at ranger or park office or - next time - checking out Q100 partners. Worth it to me and no big deal. |
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GraniteCliffs |
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tumblehome |
Yes you will need Ontario fishing licenses to fish in Canada. You will need to report to US customs when you get back. You will need an RABC for each person that leaves the US. This is just a small part of the equation so it's really not feasible unless you love paperwork and spending money. You either trip in the Q or the BWCA but not meander through both. Tom |
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gottafish |
Here are my questions: If i enter legally at bwca can i explore and fish quetico as long as i have a rabc permit and fishing license?(Do i need to check in with rangers on lac la croix) Do i need both a minnesota and canada license if i plan to fish both sides? Can i pick up a camping permit for quetico overnight camping somewhere in ely? (as long as i reserve it ahead of time online) Are there live bait restrictions in quetico? If there are, what do you suggest using instead? |
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bwcadan |
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