[pct-l] entering canada without permits

[Ron]

Guess that means they have licked the southern immigration problem if they can expend resources on hikers.  Thought the pct was a government backed trail.

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Alphabetsoup <alphabetsoupmmm at gmail.com> wrote:

>For those who are considering crossing the border without a permit...This
>information came from the PCTA's electronic newsletter "Trail Dirt"
>Fines enforced at U.S./Canada Border
>
>As planning season is underway for PCT hikers and equestrians, water
>sources, food supplies, and town stops always top the list of
>considerations. But it’s also very important to understand the laws and
>regulations for the lands that you are traveling across*. *
>
>U.S. Customs and Border Protection no longer allows hikers and horseback
>riders to cross the international border from Canada into the United
>States.  People who cross the border at places other than a designated Port
>of Entry are breaking the law and risk criminal penalties of up to a year in
>jail and a $5,000 fine, as well as a civil penalty of $5,000 for the first
>violation and $10,000 for each subsequent violation.
>
>You should take these regulations seriously as hikers in 2010 were fined for
>violating these Port of Entry requirements.
>
>Hiking north into Canada is allowed with a permit. The application takes
>three months. For more information on these regulations, see “Frequently
>Asked Questions” atwww.pcta.org/pdf/Canada-CBP-FAQ.pdf
>
>-- Beth Boyst, PCT Program Manager, U.S. Forest Service
>
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