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Hey Calvin, the only thing you'll really NEED, is a radar detector/laser jammer....Driving across the prairies will test your patience with cruise control.... Those devices are prohibited in most provinces. Hefty fines and siezure of the device. But do what you have to. 
"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life." (Prov 4:23)
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Thank You Brother Kieth for answering a question I have long wondered about. I always wondered why so many accidents in the vicinity of Kenora to Vermillion Bay when the North Shore of Lake Superior is a way worse stretch of road.
The North Shore doesn't sneak up on you.
I drove a CanPar truck from Nipigon to Manitouwadge 3 days a week for 8 years. 12 to 16 hour days--660 klicks return. Best job I ever had and some days I even had a parcel to deliver.
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Hey Calvin, the only thing you'll really NEED, is a radar detector/laser jammer....Driving across the prairies will test your patience with cruise control.... Those devices are prohibited in most provinces. Hefty fines and siezure of the device. But do what you have to. They're legal west of Ontario
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Not legal in Manitoba. As Keith said, big fines and seizure of the device.
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Last I recall, they were only legal in Alberta. But like I said, do what you have to do.
"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life." (Prov 4:23)
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You wouldn't be Noel by any chance? Believe I use to hunt with you in the mid 90's.
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Last I recall, they were only legal in Alberta. But like I said, do what you have to do. Yep: Legal in Alberta but an ex-RCMP buddy told me that if you get stopped without one there is a good chance of a friendly warning or reduced ticket. Gotta detector: full on ticket, no friendly chat. Whats the rush anyway? Bald Azz prairies have some great scenery. If you do swing south to the Cypress Hills or travel the TransCanada, I live just outside Med Hat. If I'm not gone fishin I'll buy you a beer.
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Not legal in Manitoba. As Keith said, big fines and seizure of the device. To be expected from a province with a socialist government.
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Hmmm, that's good to know! A few years ago they were legal all the way until I hit Ontario. I guess that must have changed.
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Noel had the Lonlac run--he's still killin moose pretty regular.
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Hmmm, that's good to know! A few years ago they were legal all the way until I hit Ontario. I guess that must have changed. They weren't legal when I lived in Manitoba in 1980-83 so its been awhile.
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Wow, well I guess I was driving through Manitoba under false information...
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Wow, well I guess I was driving through Manitoba under false information... LOL, only reason I'm sure of it is I lost a couple to RCMP when I was shall we say, "stopped for movin right along". Tickets were for speed plus possession of a radar detecter. Every cop between Boisssavain and Shilo knew my Trans Am.
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Legal in BC as well.......And a couple years ago, legal in Sask too.....
And given the nature of speeding tickets in BC now, almost a full requirement if you are going to be driving anywhere. At least, if you dislike thousands of dollars in fines that is anyway, and you can't keep your foot off of the pedal while cruise is engaged.
The last time I drove across the prairies it was nothing after a couple hours to wonder if there was something wrong with the truck when it started to cough, only to realize I was hitting the governor.........When the only thing you have reference is the vehicles passing you and the horizon, it can be fair easy to end up doing a touch over the limit.
Why pack all that messy meat out of the bush when we can just go to the grocery store where meat is made? Hell,if they sold antlers I would save so much money I could afford to go Dolphin fishing. Maybe even a baby seal safari.
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Prairies - boring? What's wrong with you? You'll finally have the opportunity to actually look around while you're driving. Winnipeg to Calgary is a beautiful drive, lots of scenery, varied prairie topography, old homesteads, golden wheat fields, gophers, etc.
Winnipeg - Western Canadian Aviation Museum, Minto Armoury museum, among other things like CFL or NHL, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Symphony, etc.
Brandon - Commonwealth Air Training museum
Shilo - Canadian Artillery museum
Carberry desert - yes, a desert in Manitoba
If you want to see oil pumps, take Manitoba highway 2, then west to Weyburn on SK #13.
Check out the Al Capone tunnels in Moose Jaw, during prohibition.
Royal Tyrrell dinosaur museum in Alberta, absolutely world class, stunning displays.
Just a few things to do along the way.
And no, don't speed through the prairies. Savour them. Besides, you never know when a tractor or combine will pull out in front of you.
You'll understand what they mean when they say that prairie folks are the friendliest you'll ever meet.
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Thanks, say Hi to Noel for me.
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take 16 hwy through man,sask,alberta way better that trans canada
Are you in a hurry? The Transcanada is OK, but is also the source of so many "boring flatland" comments about the prairies. You have to spend some time on your feet on our native grasslands, and pay attention to appreciate the subtle beauty of the prairies. Most people don't have the attention span or the time required to make a long drive on the great plains a learning experience. But there is lots to appreciate for those who are open to the experience. The Yellowhead is generally a more interesting road to me, mostly going through the aspen parkland region with some mixed grass prairie and lots and lots of prairie pothole country along the way. That route is also more direct. If this is a round trip, I'd strongly suggest a loop, on both the Trans Canada and the Yellowhead with some side trips to unique areas like the Cypress hills and some of the lesser known parks like Riding Mountain, catch a fish or two, and smell the fragrance of grass. I agree
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Well Calvin- How many times have you driven across Canada on #1 so far? None? Well you're in for a terrific drive then. Admittedly, there are lots of interesting other routes, but if you've never been on any of it, why not start with this one and have a look at another some other time. Or, as mentioned, make it a circle route.
You can't get to Prine Rupert by #1 so my recommendation is pretty direct and straight forward. Follow #1 to Banff National Park (British Columbia/ Alberta border) then north on #93 through the park to Jasper National Park to join #16 and follow it to downtown Prince Rupert. Make sure to stop at some of the sights, like Drumheller for the dinosaurs, Banff for the wonder, the Ice Fields for the experience, Jasper for Jasper. The rest of the route for the experience.
If you drive 12 hour days, it will take you about two days to cross Ontario, another day and a half to cross the Praries, anther day and a half to cross BC. That's assuming you can average 600 miles a day and not stop and look at anything.
You'd be better off to drive a little less each day and see some of the sights as you go (and as you head back).
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Thanks.. Me and the fiance will be heading across the country to cross the border on her visa and then get hitched.. So it'll pretty much be long days of driving to catch the ferry in BC.
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Calvin I think you'll enjoy the trip,I'm a BC guy so I live in the same kind of country as you,and I love the prairies!The people are great on both sides of the border,and there's plenty to see if you look.Spring and fall the skies are filled with waterfowl,and through Southern Saskatchewan and Alberta there are huge mulies as well as antelope and pockets of elk.If I was 25 years younger I wouldn't mind calling Saskatchewan home at all.Have a great trip,and congratulations on your upcoming nuptials!Cheers...Monashee
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