In Algoma, adventure takes on a whole new meaning...

Thrill yourself as you travel through trails carved into the Cambrian Shield and old growth forests.

Connect with your wild side as you ride to remote areas known only to snowmobilers and untamed animals.

Enjoy every stop as our businesses and residents can't wait to show you how northerners kick back.

With over 2,000 miles of groomed trails, Algoma truly is every snowmobiler's ultimate adventure. If you have what it takes, our trails quietly await...

   Classic Permit (for years 1995 and older)
ASPA    Dec 24/09
The Classic Permit may be purchased only from an OFSC District Office. The permit is valid only in the province of Ontario when affixed to the MTO registered, 15-year or older sled for which it was purchased as identified in the MTO permit application. To get yours call 1-866 225-4662 or (705) 356-5757. Have your VIN # (copy required) and visa or MC card ready. The form can be downloaded from the permit info page and faxed to 1-866-734-0598 or mailed to Algoma Sno-Plan Affiliation Box 1508 Blind River, ON P0R 1B0
   TRAIL STATUS
ASPA    Feb 4/10
Riding opportunities are available in Algoma please see the TRAIL STATUS REPORT TAB for individual club reports

PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION. Mild weather can cause rapid trail changes without notice.

GOOD NEWS REGARDING THE BLIND RIVER TO SPRAGGE TRAIL

Finally official confirmation has been received that the trail will be open this winter. The bad news is that it needs a bit more snow and Lake Lauzon is not ready to cross yet. At least it will happen so thank the Blind River Sno Riders for that.

Snowmobile trails on Private Lands are closed to all and any traffic (ATV, dune buggy, trucks etc.). Please respect our landowners property or they will close even more trail systems down. Thank you.

   Trail Permit Purchases
ASPA    Dec 24/09
Remember after December 1, 2009 the price increases from $200.00 to $250.00. Trail Permit Purchases are non refundable or non transferable. They can replaced for a $10.00 administration fee.

Call 1-866-225-4662

   Customs and Border Protection Drummond Island
ASPA    January 15, 2010
Notice for Travelers entering the U.S. from Canada who are arriving on Drummond Island, Mi., via the “Ice Bridge”. Winter Season 2010 Please see the following U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) procedures for travelers arriving on Drummond Island, Mi. via the “Ice Bridge” into the United States from foreign. These new reporting procedures are part of CBP’s comprehensive efforts to improve security at our nation’s borders while facilitating legitimate travel. 1. General Reporting Instructions: • All U.S. Citizens and aliens seeking entry to the United States MUST REPORT their arrival. • Travelers arriving Drummond Island, via the “Ice Bridge” are required to immediately report their arrival to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) office upon entering from a foreign port or country. • Travelers having had contact with any snowmobile or person/s having nexus with the Canadian border which has yet to be inspected by CBP, must also report their arrival. • This legal obligation can be met by immediately reporting your arrival in the U.S. at the designated reporting station. • For general information regarding reporting procedures please call CBP @ 906-632-2631. 2. Designated Reporting Station and regular hours of service. • Reporting location-Drummond Island Yacht Haven Dock, Drummond Island, MI • Regular Service Hours-1200pm-8:00pm Wed thru Sunday. • NOTE: No Service Monday or Tuesday. 3. Requests for service outside of the established regular hours for special events. • Request must be made and approved in advance. • Requests should be directed to Port Director Devin Chamberlain, Assistant Port Directors Patrick Wilson or Ryan Kitzmiller telephonically by calling 906-632-7221. 4. Information Required: • WHTI entry document requirements (Passport, Passport Card, NEXUS Card or Enhanced Drivers License). • Vehicle registration (Snowmobile/Air sled/ATV/Hovercraft) • Value of any merchandise to be declared 5. Reporting Suspicious Activities: • The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency is asking the community to report any suspicious activity and non-complaint travelers. Please report any suspicious activities observed to 1-800-537-3220 or 1-800-BE-ALERT (1-800-232-5378). 6. Failure to Report: • Failure to report can result in civil penalties as defined in Title 19, United States Code, Section 1436 to include a penalty of $5,000 for the first violation and $10,000 for each subsequent violation with the conveyance subject to seizure and forfeiture. • Any alien who enters or attempts to enter the United States at any time or place other than as designated is in violation of Sec. 275 (a) (1) (8 U.S.C.1325). Any alien present in the United States without being admitted or paroled or who arrives in the United States at any time or place other than as designated is inadmissible under Sec. 212 (a)(6)(A)(i). Any alien who enters without inspection at any time or place not designated is in violation of 8 U.S.C. Sec. 1325 (a)(1) and upon conviction liable for a fine of $5,000 for first offense or imprisonment for up to 6 months. Second or subsequent offenses are Class E Felonies subject to up to a $250,000 fine or imprisonment for up to 2 years. ● Additional penalties may also apply.
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   Trail Patrol Checkpoints
ASPA     Dec 24/09
Following are the Trail Patrol Checkpoints this season:

January 29th to 31st

February 5th to 7th

February 12th to 14th