Narcisse Dens

[guidofatherof5]

I'm planning on taking my kids up to Manitoba, Canada to the Narcisse Wildlife Management Area. Has anyone on the forum been there? Just wondering what to expect. Do I understand correctly that passports are now needed to cross the boarder? Any info. would be great.

[adamanteus]

When are you planning on going, Steve? Don't forget your camera!
A couple of our less active members have been, and there is a thread about a visit to the Narcisse Dens somewhere on the forum (with photos) but I forget the title.

[reptile3]

I don't know much about Canada.. but here is something I found

Province of Manitoba | Manitoba Conservation Wildlife and Ecosystem Protection Branch

yes take lots of pics!! Wish I could tag along, that looks soo cool!

[misskris]

Too cool. Pics pics and more pics ohh and have fun

[olive oil]

You have to have one to fly in but not to drive in.
I do think they are planning on changing that soon though.

Oh, and have a great trip.

[Snake lover 3-25]

sounds fun!!!

[guidofatherof5]

James,

April/May time. I need to make some calls to them to narrow it down some. The family will be well equiped with multiple digital cameras and camcorders. I have a high def. camcorder that will be going. The kids and I were reading "The Snake Scientist" and can't wait for the trip. The kids grades are very good and I have plenty of vacation time built up. They can miss a few days of school and I don't mind missing work.

[anji1971]

As of July 2009, everyone crossing the border needs a passport.
Which is pretty much why my budget won't be large enough to make it to the World Meeting. 4 passports at once? Not likely this year.
But if anyone is planning a trip up here, please try to make it to l'il ol' Windsor for a couple days. I'd be thrilled to meet you!

[guidofatherof5]

Anji,

I've never needed a passport before. You have me worried. What does a passport cost?

[anji1971]

About $100.00 here.
Now, mind you, I am in Ontario, not Manitoba. I'm reasonably sure this is a federal change though, not just a provincial, but don't quote me on that. I'm usually wrong.
If you're going in April/May, you'll most likely be fine.