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The rules on foods change frequently. Check frequently on rules in and out of Canada. We were stopped because our dog food bag was unsealed. Same rule on the way back to US. Has to be US dog food. We also travel with 2 Aussies. Red bi and red Merle.
As a Canadian who spends my weekends in the US I am staggered and amazed they let you in so easily after you told them you were coming from Mexico. That's usually a *huge* red flag! I highly recommend never volunteering any information while crossing the border in either direction because Customs sometimes put 2 and 2 together and come up with 5.
Yes!...we all know Canadians can not add.most stand outside in the rain.only thing Canada ever done was invent " Dudley do right.and Mr.Moose....bye.hoser.
You didn’t get to see his scowl 😆 but I’m sure they are instructed to be extra serious. It was just a funny interaction in comparison to our only other border crossing experience where it was all smiles. Overall, a smooth experience though!
I agree. Iive in northern maine 3 miles from border. I have crossed hundreds of times with my fifth wheel, as a tourist and when driving a tractor trailer. JUST ANSWER THE QUESTIONS.
Aye, You are smooth operators. Fantastic work HE who goes through customs like a breeze has a Bar now set high but Aye no worries back to back zoom zoom crossings SIMPLY MARVELOUS JUST LET IT BE.
Yep - I have no idea what this guy is complaining about. I have had aggressive/disrespectful border security on the US side but just kept calm and answered the questions and got through just fine.
I love that you include us in your "figuring it out" conversations between the two of you. I KNOW that those cockpit discussions can be VERY personal sometimes. You guys crack me up.
It's not the getting into Canada that's tough, it's getting back into the US! Going into Canada, we had two children sleeping in the back of our motorhome, they didn't even look...... I handed them their passports, but they never even looked at them. Coming back into USA was lots more questions, looked over all passports, vehicle registrations, dog immunizations.... all of it! Good luck!
Oh goodness!! We’ve heard a lot of stories like that too. And then some the opposite, I really feel like it must be a toss up on who you get and what kind of day they are having 😅
I live on the Sarnia Canada , where you entered Canada, trust me it's way worse going into Port Huron USA, often checking our trunks and grilling us. You got off easy as hell!
I'm originally from Sarnia but moved away about 40 years ago. I can confirm that even back then it was pretty much the same story, the US border guards were always pretty hard-nosed about stuff. That's why it was always such a relief to come back home. I still remember the day I checked out a porno theatre in Port Huron with a few friends. When we got back, we encountered a female Customs officer at the checkpoint. We told her where we'd been, and then, with a smile and a conspiratorial tone in her voice, she said, "Did you bring back any toys?" She was referring to sex toys, which were illegal in Canada at the time. We all broke out laughing and said, "No". She chuckled a bit and waved us through.
@@stevestruthers6180 I think it was called Cinema Blue? I might be wrong, it was a kinda right of passage as a kid in Sarnia, I'm pretty sure we were under age too. I used to go to concerts in the States up until covid and was always nervous dealing with US border guards but I gave up going over there, not worth the hassle. Cheers
@@stevestruthers6180 I was at Northern but had friends at St Clair, actually I thought your name sounded familiar and thought of a Struthers with a late 50s Corvette possibly? I was a car guy with my 67 mustang
From the RV videos I've seen, I have noticed that the US campsites r mostly close together with very few trees. In Canada, most of our campsites r huge with tons of trees surrounding the sites. Niagara Falls is beautiful, have a wonderful time exploring part of our country.
Yes, I was pleasantly surprised at the spaciousness of the sites at Elora Gorge! Some campgrounds in the US are like that but often much tighter so it was definitely nice to see!
Ok - Canadian trucker here - this will help if still in the country - all bridges are marked - sort of - meaning - you want to see 4.1 for your type of trailer = good to go. If the bridges AREN'T marked - they're greater than 4.1 and you don't need to worry about them and if you see a 3.9 sat good-by to the top of your trailer. All hydro wires in are supposed to be 4.1 or higher. Oh and if you don't have a schedule - drive to Quebce City - it's like going to Europe and Quebecers take their Rving VERY Seriously and have amazing campgrounds.
ahh good to know! and we'll have to add Quebec City to our list for one day! I bet their fancy campgrounds will definitely beat the KOA we stayed at! 😄
I’m Canadian and live about 5 minutes from the Bluewater bridge. As crossings go he was pretty easy on you. I know a few security agents and it’s a very serious job. You wouldn’t believe the oddballs they come in contact with. You were prepared, had your paperwork ready and did everything correctly. Great job👍
thanks! yes, overall a very smooth crossing, we were happy to get to skip "secondary inspections" 😆 We had a great time and met wonderful people on our trip, hope to spend more time visiting one day!
i can tell you are very young I use to cross in to Canada at the blue water Bridge and in detroit from 1966 to 1989 and the Canada Customs were 1000% nicer
@@dknowles60- Things were different for sure. We were crossing into Detroit around 1996, driving from Toronto to Chicago. All I had was a driver license for identification. No passport or birth certificate. It would have been a turn around and drive three more hours back home. Instead, the American border guard gave me heck and let us in. Not today! We love to do road trips in the US and we are all lucky to have such good international relationships, but remember your passport!
"Huh" is not the American equivalent of "eh"? "Huh?" is just a lazy way of saying "Pardon me?" I think the functional equivalent of "eh" is more like ""Right?" or "Ya feel me?"
Apologies you got the impression we thought his questions were mean 😅 like we said in the video, him asking about firearms was totally understandable. It was just the permanent “mean mug” for lack of a better description that kind of caught us off guard 😆 but overall a smooth crossing for sure!
Any border whether by land or plane you will always have serious patrol. They have a huge job to do. Nothing about it is friendly. As a Canadian who has travelled lots, it’s always the same
They can't be friendly. They have to be serious and professional in their approach to minimize the chances that someone might try to charm their way into Canada.
I disagree. I have passed through many US and Canadian borders over my 70+ years and have found a lot of friendly guards on both sides. You get back what you give out usually. @@stevestruthers6180
As Canadians who Rv in the states we quite often get serious faced US. Border guards too. They frequently have checked we don’t have people hiding in the trailer to sneak into the USA.
Oh interesting!! I'm almost certain that all the border partrol agents have morning meetings where they practice their "mean mugs" before heading to their booths 🤣🤣
@@livinginavwvan207 then I’m not sure why they ask if anyone’s in the trailer then ask for our keys? Maybe some lanes don’t have X-ray… has been a few years since the last time they asked… but it has happened several times
@@karrieheikoop7349 They're seeing if you are lying. Someone (on here) didnt mention their cat that was in the trailer and the guard knew from the heat footprint.
Hello from Saskatchewan. Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦. Glad to see you had no trouble at the border. I agree with you 100% about what lanes you need to be in when crossing borders. Have fun and stay safe.
WOW!!! Watching your video and when you said you were going to the Elora Gorge, (and yes you pronounced it properly) I was glad I was sitting down because I would have fallen on the floor. I grew up in Elora, Ont. as a kid friends and I would go to the Gorge every day in the summer
They were in the truck lane because that’s a Bennett Trucking RV hauler. The Oregon transporter plate on the back of the RV. They’re commercial and therefore use the truck lane.💁🏻♂️
My late Wife was a Customs Officer for over 31 yrs . you got over Really Easy Their lol ,even after you said their in Florida and Yous were coming up from Mexico !! You had a Nice Customs Officer
One thing that you did not bring up and does trip up a lot of Americans entering Canada, is that pepper spray/mace is prohibited in Canada. As a rule, Canadian border officials are straight forward and easier than the US officials.
When I was OTR trucking, I stopped taking Canadian loads. Canada was easy. I usually crossed at Kings Gate, Idaho....The Canadian border people were always pleasant. Getting back into the US was a pain in the ass.........I just got tired of the insulting aggravation.....
A good thing is if for whatever reason you can’t take something in and you don’t want to discard it, you can turn around and go back out and go the way you can get another way to get to where you want to go.
Nope, if you attempt a border crossing and elect to turn around the border agents register your actions and it’s shared with all points of entry, just discard it, it’s not worth getting flagged at the border, it also effects your travel to other countries you may wish to visit. INTERPOL makes note of flagged remarks from all border agencies.
I'm sure most Canadians have had a similar experience whenever they crossed over into Alaska. I felt like a grilled mackeral when I crossed over into Alaska.
Wow, I have lived in Canada for over 60 years and have yet to hear a Canadian say "eh" as a matter of course. I do however frequently hear it from American visitors...lol.
That was the smoothest crossing into Canada I've ever seen from an RV'er. I'm Canadian and when I come back home we get grilled harder than that lol! Pretty fortunate they didn't make you do secondary inspection, you had horseshoes stuck up somewhere that day lol!
Lol no, I had heard of having a stick up your butt, but just looked up the horseshoe thing and LOL I had no clue that was a saying 🤣 we’ve had 4 smooth border crossings now though, so you might be right! 😆
We crossed the Calais border into Canada. They were really nice. We must of talked with them for like 5 minutes. No one behind us and on the way back the same thing. They did ask where we were going but you guys went through a very busy crossing.
My favorite border crossing is the ole Calais crossing, don’t get stuck being Re routed to their new border crossing facility there, it takes forever to get through and such a hassle!
Hi! We live in Buffalo (WNY) area (62 years). If you haven’t crossed the border yet, use either the Niagara Falls one or Lewiston. Those are not as busy as Peace Bridge. It’s always easier to get to Canada than coming home. Don’t be surprised how much they will give you a hard time coming home to USA! One of the questions they may ask is if you bought any liquor in Canada (you are allowed to buy it cheaper in Canada and bring it back here. Depending on how long you have been there, is how much you can bring back.). Also, the easiest place to get wings will be Duffs on Transit Rd in the Eastern Hills Mall. Plenty of space to park your RV, and in a good neighborhood. Also, it is only a mile off the 90 Thruway exit. Actually Bar Bills is right by here as well as (a close empty parking lot as well) and Anchor Bar is also right here by the exit as well. We would love to meet you two if you are interested in lunch/ dinner.. Message me!
Well, we did end up doing the Peace Bridge Crossing as we read it was the biggest (for big rigs) but it was quite busy! overall went smoothly though. Thanks for coming along!
That was absolutely perfect. Him “So far it looks exactly the same , I don’t know you just crossing a border to expect some kind of glamorous change.” >> cut to Narnia scene 🤣😂
the border guards intentionally try to make you nervous. it's part of their psychological profiling. if your flustered you are more likely to give yourself away if you are smuggling.
They don't have to be dicks about it. Cause that's what they are...I cross into the U.S. all the time and they are friendly and cordial 99 % of the time...
As a Canadian I’m glad our border patrols are serious, we like our peaceful country . Guns left at home were a great idea. Hope you had nice trip in and back out. Cheers
@@fremontpathfinder8463 Visit Toronto or Vancouver it's the same leftist shitholes whatever country. Except in Canada only the bad guys have guns badged or not.
We almost always get the rv searched going into the USA, especially the fridge. It was really interesting when he wanted the fridge opened but the area between the guard booths were too narrow to open the slide wide enough.
We almost bought a Brinkley for my wife's upgrade (traveling medical worker), but held off figuring they need a couple years to work out all the kinks. We ended up with a Reflection, but all in all both are great rigs. Sorry to see all the weird issues you have been having. We lost our fridge on the first trip. Every one of these things is built like crap. Its kind of crazy.
Great video as always. My family and I will be crossing into Canada next Friday and just wanted to double check that we have everything needed. A little RUclips search and your video popped up. It's eased my mind a bit especially because we'll be crossing the same bridge and ironically taking our 36ft TT to the same camp ground. We've lived in Michigan our whole lives (42) and never took a RV over so im a bit nervous with foods and such. Thanks again amd keep the great vids coming
Kitchener is really lumped in with Kitchener/Waterloo/Cambridge and sometimes Guelph. It's 4 cities that are very very close with near to no distance in borders. Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge even all share a single transit system. The population is somewhere around 580K. You happened to wander into the city I live in.
We noticed that after exploring a little more, about it being kind of 4 cities in 1. I liked it! Each area kind of had its own vibe but everything was still close
Wow, you were let through with a few questions . . . don't get me started on the number of times I've crossed the border from Vancouver Canada into the U.S., and at least twice was almost in tears by the time I was allowed to cross . . . grumpy border crossing guards are not uncommon . . . having state this, I've run into some who were kind, cordial and friendly. I guess those are the ones who actually like their jobs and can still be professional when questioning you! I hope you enjoyed your Canadian adventure! We Canadians may be reserved but we'll be the first to help you when you need it . . . hope you visit again . . . especially B.C., which in my opinion is the most beautiful Province.
A good tip for crossing the border is only answer what they ask you, don't add anything extra. When he asked if you had any guns just say no, don't add I left them at home LOL. When you cross back into the US you might want to go down to the Peace Bridge at the end of the QEW. Bigger crossing with shorter wait times and you can go straight on the highway.
The gun thing??? what if you say just NO but they pull. you up and it shows you have a CCC? then you just lied. Its better to says yes I own one but I put it in storage before we crossed. So you do own one, but, but no its not in your possession.
use to drive semi to Edmonton and going into Canada was easy but coming back home to the U S our boarder patrol treat truckers like crap you get X-rayed then about 25 % of the time they unload the whole trailer and then scale it out again to make sure they did not reload it wrong and we have to pay cash to cross back into my own country just gotta basically fine us to come home
We have been Rving over 30 years and cross the border between USA and Canada multiple times per year. What you got was nothing but an easy crossing. We are Canadian and have been stuck at the US customs in Emerson for just over 4 hours and at Canadain Customs for 2 hrs both times searched. It all depends on the border agent and how you answer their questions. Our last trip the US officer asked how long we were going to be in USA and I answered honestly we didn't know. He corrected me and said never say that to an agent, we intended on 3 to 4 weeks and he said thats how you answer. So it all depends on the agent. Also always check the border crossing web site for prohibited foods as this changes regular. Lately chicken and eggs have been on and off the list as no go items.
That was not mean ! I went to the US a few years ago, I was held up at the Fort Erie boarder for about 4 hours and fingerprinted than let me go to Pennsylvania. I still dont know why all the hassle !!!!
I live in Michigan and we cross back and fourth to Canada and that a very normal experience when crossing the border. Also I love you truck. I had a 2023 with the same paint and it was totaled in a accident. I cant get another one like it unfortunately. They don't offer the two tone in 2024 models. I miss my truck so much.
Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦 we live about 1hr north of Alora Gourge. You picked a beautiful stop..Canadian side of the Falls is much nicer and there is plenty to do Enjoy your time in Canada ❤
Welcome to Canada! I live in Waterloo (Kitchener/Waterloo). Just south of Elora. I just found your channel, and looking forward to seeing your travels. Safe Journeys. Rick
We had our 5th wheel searched one time going into Canada. It was 4th of July and young agents I think were upset about having to work that day. They found a gun lock in one of our drawers that we had gotten free at an RV rally and kept wanting to know why. Explained that we did not have any guns with us. They searched every cabinet, etc. and asked if they brought the dog would he find anything. I said no. What I forgot and could have been a problem was I had a Ramset fastener tool in my cargo bay and the .22 cartridges that it uses and the dog would have picked upon them! Had our grandkids with us and sat outside for about 45 minutes while they did their thing.
At least they didn’t empty your truck out! Around 1966/7 the US border guys emptied our station wagon completely out. I remember it was dark by the time they finished. Mom was NOT impressed! My parents had 5 kids & a dog, the youngest was 3yo. And we weren’t ‘Klingons’…Mom had to keep telling us to stay close! They emptied it and they walked away so my parents (most likely just Dad)had to repack! We were camping & had a tent trailer. I can’t remember if they opened it. Thankfully my hubs & kids never had that happen! We next go down to the States next October with a 5th wheel so….
It’s very helpful to me and my family because we plan on traveling around the United States, Mexico and Canada in our RV’s getting these Tips are extremely important to Us.
I love your characters VicCraig. You both are so blessed being young and traveling so much. With all due respect Craig, your wife has a beautiful soul and Spirit.
i can see spraying wd 40 on the slide plate to clean it BUT, did you put some grease on the slideplate for the friction thatt the 2 make? i use the blue lube grease for the slideplate, the same that is used for the buddy bearing or the the axle bearing, . in the past i noticed a trucker using NEVER -SEAL LUBE ON THE SLIDEPLATE! THE BEST IS THE AIRCRAFT LUBE MADE FOR THE FIGHTER JETS LUBING POINTS. APPLY WHEN DRY?
Thanks so much!! We've gotten a few border crossings under our belt now, but I feel like we'll always be nervous about them, especially towing the RV, it's just such a busy and stressful event lol
When I was a kid, ( pre 9/11) we went to Canada by car many times. It was so easy, don't even know if my father showed a driver's license. No passports, no other IDs. They asked, where you're from, where you're going, how long are you staying, purpose of the visit, business or pleasure?
The questions regarding the guns was simple, they know you have carry permits, it's in the database they are looking at. You answered honestly, directly and promptly so there wasn't any worry that you were lying.
I'm 99% sure he let us go after Craig answered, because who would lie to say they had just come from Mexico when asked about guns 🤣 Craig and I are still laughing about him going into those details. Next crossing we will try to keep details to a minimum lol
When I was in the Air Force we drove through Canada to get to Alaska where I was stationed. When we went through Border patrol they asked “ where are your weapons?” Love your. Idea. Met you through Open Roading. 🌅🌅
I heard there was some in the U.S. but I was stationed in Newfoundland eons ago and that is where I first and only ever had them. I didn't drink coffee back then, but I did partake in the yummy donuts!! Thanks for responding. Safe Travels. @@erie910
It was what we explained after the crossing, just the permanent “mean mug” facial expression. But, I’m sure border agents are instructed to be extra serious, it was just a funny contrast to the only other border crossing experience we’d had to Mexico where there were serious and professional questions but no permanent scowls to go along with them 😅. Overall a smooth experience as you saw in the video!
We loved youre glamping Dome. It was so cozy and decorated sooo nice. The wood chopping was a little excruciating for your muscles, HaHa.You guys be safe and be careful!!! Love Liz and Len!!!
Part of the attitude of the Canadian crossing guard was possibly Craig's southern accent. We were over the road truckers and had a load going into Canada. We went through the truck lane and you get out of your truck and they x-ray it then do an inspection. We were then told to go to an office and they verify your paperwork. Well as we are walking out we are accompanied by 2 guards. The female told my husband to take his hands out of his pocket in a very aggressive voice though it was nearly freezing at the time. Then as we get to the truck we are asked if we have any weapons on the truck. We told them "No." They then asked "So you don't have any guns on the truck?" We repeated no. Then they asked if we owned any guns. My husband was confused and asked "What did it matter if they weren't on the truck?" I was wondering the same thing. We told them we had some rifles back at home. Then the guy searched our truck again while the woman gave us the evil eye. They found nothing of course and let us go on our way. We delivered, picked up our next load and headed back to the U.S.A. We had been told that getting back into the states would be harder. Nope they just said "Welcome home." Later we were at the closest operating center to where we entered into Canada and there were frequently Canadian drivers there. One guy came up as I was talking to a couple of other drivers telling them about our story. He told me he had been in earlier when my husband was up and heard us talking. He told me that they profiled us on his southern accent and that many Canadians think that all southerners are gun crazy lunatics. We just discovered your channel 2 days ago. Enjoying your travels.
Oh wow! Yeah, I definitely don’t think Craig southern accent helped much but thankful we managed to get through with a pretty smooth experience overall. We had a similar experience as you when crossing back to the states, which you’ll see on Sunday!
Canada has a serious problem with illegal guns being smuggled into Canada and this is why the border guards are so focused on and serious about whether you are carrying any guns, regardless of whether they were illegally acquired or not. Many Americans make the mistake of trying to bring their guns into Canada thinking that the Second Amendment applies in Canada. It doesn't, as Canada is a sovereign country and has different laws. Americans can bring in their guns for authorized purposes such as hunting or sport shooting, but they have to have the proper permits arranged ahead of time before crossing.
@@stevestruthers6180 Our issue was more that though we didn't have guns on the truck they were still questioning us about the guns we had back in the states.
It only someone’s opinion and it’s wrong. They think ALL Americans have guns. And the question asked 3 times is on purpose to see if you answered differently.
That looked like one of the easiest crosses I've seen. Going into the States once they wanted to know where we worked. Why we were driving a Ford if we worked for GM. We played 20 questions for a while. Also over 90% of gun crimes committed in Toronto are with guns traced back to the U.S. That is probably why they are so serious about stopping it when they can.
@@wildrvlife - Yea, Canadeh's west... Alberta and British Columbia are very beautiful as compared to the central (flat) parries. There's great hiking and lots of freshwater lakes throughout. So if you enjoy boating/canoeing/fishing, you will have much fun.
Craig and Victoria when you get time later on if you need a better hitch for your truck to pull the RV or traveling trailer, get in touch with Nick the Hitch. He is on RUclips; we watch him help another RV travelers because you guys travel a lot as well. Safe travels
That hitch is actually the one we have! A PullRite Superglide hitch. Been using it for over two years since we first set out on the road and love it. It's great since we have the short bed truck, would highly recommend it if you need a slider hitch!
Awesome video we are crossing the border at the same spot in a couple weeks also heading to New York maybe we will see you on the road ! Free boondocking at Sugar Hill state forest ,New York .
Oh awesome!! Overall, a really smooth experience, so I hope it goes the same for you! and good to know about the boondocking there. Not always easy to find on the east coast!
Hey guys. I've been binge watching you for a month now and love all the videos. I'm planning to RV live full time very soon and I appreciate all your experiences/ tips and mistakes. I live in Kamloops BC Canada so if you're passing thru let me know. Happy trails... :)
I live 30 minutes from the Blue Water Bridge, we used to go to Canada all the time when we were teens because their drinking age was lower than ours in Michigan 😂 A Also you're right, the Canadian border officers are always very serious.
Just watched your video where you were in Elora Gorge. Just wanted to let you know that we lived in Kitchener for 15 years! Then semi retired last year and moved back to Sauble Beach, Ontario where I was raised.
oh how cool! It was a really nice area, I'm glad we got to spend some time there. It's a great contrast to the busy touristy-ness of the Niagara Falls area.
You guys ROCK, love you two!! You guys banter back and forth just like my wife and I do. It’s the greatest😂!! Keep the videos coming, you both are addictive. Have a great trip in Canada. Greetings from Southern California!! Travel safe.
Crossing into Canada. Don't volunteer anything. Keep your mouth shut other than a genral polite " hello, or good day" answer questions honestly with the minimum words to answer. Its no big deal if you relax and do what they are asking. They want nothing more from you. Have flow private planes and vehicles over the border several hundred times and have only been pulled aside for a Secondary check three times. Canads great, and worth your time! Friendly people!
We went to Canada in June. Three times the agent asked us if we had a concealed weapon. Finally i realized the issue. I said we had our conceal carry permits in NC but we didn't have our guns. He moved on.
Actually, he pronounced _"Poutine"_ rather well. If he ordered it in Quebec, they wouldn't think twice about it. Although, they might raise their eyebrows if he said "Eh!" after it. That's more of an Atlantic Provinces' expression. I'm surprised to hear that poutine is sold in Kitchener! It's mainly a Quebecois dish, but there are some restaurants in the Toronto area and East of Toronto that sells it. Quebec has some restaurants that sell mainly poutine. You can get lots of variations of it. The best that I've had was. Boeuf Bourguignon Poutine. 😋
@@wildrvlife Quebec is beautiful! In fact, Quebec City is one of the most beautiful cities in North America. It's definitely the longest continually inhabited city in North America. Being fluent in French, I nearly moved to Quebec. Either Montreal or Quebec City... but the whole province has something to offer. If you go, I recommend the late Spring through to the end of the Summer.
If you get poutine in Quebec, try the version that adds chopped Montreal smoked meat on top. Delicious. And while you are at it, get a couple of steamed hot dogs w mustard and “Chou”… that’s coleslaw. Enjoy.
@@dbird1356 If you really want to get the best Montreal Smoked Meat experience, try it on rye bread or a bagel from either Schwartz's Deli or Dunn's Famous! Can't beat it! 😋👍
I live in Elora and just saw your post. Wish I had seen it while you were still in the Elora Gorge conservation area, I wild have dropped by to say hi. And yes, you were through VERY easily. 😊
You guys are hilarious!! Hello from a Canuck!! Love watching you guys and your adventures. While you are in my country I'm down here in yours in Bar Harbor Eh!! I started watching you guys when you went to Mexico to get ideas as I plan on going there next winter. Keep the high jinks coming and you are going to love Niagra Falls from the Canadian side!! See you next week....
It use to be very easy to cross into Canada just show your drivers license. They use to want the people from USA to cross and spend money there but they do not seem to want that anymore. Some of the crossings now have a USA border stop before the Canadian and they will ask about guns, etc so you do not cross into Canada with anything. Hope you guys have a great time there. We use to cross a couple times a month at least but not anymore, we instead started going to Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, there is awesome fishing in the south west corner of Wisconsin and bluffs and valleys to hike. Hope you guys stay safe and healthy.
Yes, they are imposing US check points just before the Canadian borders, they want to confiscate guns, money, food stuffs whatever before the Canadian agents get to them… this is very real people!
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The rules on foods change frequently. Check frequently on rules in and out of Canada. We were stopped because our dog food bag was unsealed. Same rule on the way back to US. Has to be US dog food. We also travel with 2 Aussies. Red bi and red Merle.
As a Canadian who spends my weekends in the US I am staggered and amazed they let you in so easily after you told them you were coming from Mexico. That's usually a *huge* red flag! I highly recommend never volunteering any information while crossing the border in either direction because Customs sometimes put 2 and 2 together and come up with 5.
Well . That proves something is up with the borders new planned invasion.
Yes!...we all know Canadians can not add.most stand outside in the rain.only thing Canada ever done was invent " Dudley do right.and Mr.Moose....bye.hoser.
That’s kinda normal bro. Why wouldn’t they let them in? They didn’t do anything wrong
What kinda Netflix shows you been watching? In my dialect, that’s called “answering the question”
Interesting.
He wasn’t weird at all, just doing his job.
You didn’t get to see his scowl 😆 but I’m sure they are instructed to be extra serious. It was just a funny interaction in comparison to our only other border crossing experience where it was all smiles. Overall, a smooth experience though!
@@wildrvlife hopefully y’all will get lots more crossings in as you continue your travels! Good luck and have fun!
If you want to see a real scowl from a border agent, try being a Canadian and entering the USA... @@wildrvlife
I know, eh?
I agree. Iive in northern maine 3 miles from border. I have crossed hundreds of times with my fifth wheel, as a tourist and when driving a tractor trailer. JUST ANSWER THE QUESTIONS.
I thought it was a very fast, efficient border crossing with absolutely no hassle- well done Canada.
Same.
Aye, You are smooth operators. Fantastic work HE who goes through customs like a breeze has a Bar now set high but Aye no worries back to back zoom zoom crossings SIMPLY MARVELOUS JUST LET IT BE.
I agree. I’ve crossed many times and usually am interrogated much more than this, but more so crossing into the U.S., and without an RV.
Yep - I have no idea what this guy is complaining about. I have had aggressive/disrespectful border security on the US side but just kept calm and answered the questions and got through just fine.
I love that you include us in your "figuring it out" conversations between the two of you. I KNOW that those cockpit discussions can be VERY personal sometimes. You guys crack me up.
hahah we like to bring yall along for the FULL experience 😆
It's not the getting into Canada that's tough, it's getting back into the US! Going into Canada, we had two children sleeping in the back of our motorhome, they didn't even look...... I handed them their passports, but they never even looked at them. Coming back into USA was lots more questions, looked over all passports, vehicle registrations, dog immunizations.... all of it! Good luck!
Oh goodness!! We’ve heard a lot of stories like that too. And then some the opposite, I really feel like it must be a toss up on who you get and what kind of day they are having 😅
Harder getting in USA, food, dog food,
Get an airline ticket, duh...
@@johnnygross4415Unless you're an illegal alien. Then it's like come on in, no questions asked. 😑
I agree! I live close to the New Brunswick border and my husband has a harder time getting back in rather than going across.
I live on the Sarnia Canada , where you entered Canada, trust me it's way worse going into Port Huron USA, often checking our trunks and grilling us. You got off easy as hell!
yea, it went quicker and easier than expected!
I'm originally from Sarnia but moved away about 40 years ago. I can confirm that even back then it was pretty much the same story, the US border guards were always pretty hard-nosed about stuff. That's why it was always such a relief to come back home. I still remember the day I checked out a porno theatre in Port Huron with a few friends. When we got back, we encountered a female Customs officer at the checkpoint. We told her where we'd been, and then, with a smile and a conspiratorial tone in her voice, she said, "Did you bring back any toys?" She was referring to sex toys, which were illegal in Canada at the time. We all broke out laughing and said, "No". She chuckled a bit and waved us through.
@@stevestruthers6180 I think it was called Cinema Blue? I might be wrong, it was a kinda right of passage as a kid in Sarnia, I'm pretty sure we were under age too. I used to go to concerts in the States up until covid and was always nervous dealing with US border guards but I gave up going over there, not worth the hassle. Cheers
@@edterryberry255 Cinema Blue it was. Your name seems familiar to me. Did you attend St. Clair Secondary School at one time?
@@stevestruthers6180 I was at Northern but had friends at St Clair, actually I thought your name sounded familiar and thought of a Struthers with a late 50s Corvette possibly? I was a car guy with my 67 mustang
From the RV videos I've seen, I have noticed that the US campsites r mostly close together with very few trees. In Canada, most of our campsites r huge with tons of trees surrounding the sites. Niagara Falls is beautiful, have a wonderful time exploring part of our country.
Yes, I was pleasantly surprised at the spaciousness of the sites at Elora Gorge! Some campgrounds in the US are like that but often much tighter so it was definitely nice to see!
Unfortunately, money is a priority and most US citizens are desensitized to sardine can campsites.
Ok - Canadian trucker here - this will help if still in the country - all bridges are marked - sort of - meaning - you want to see 4.1 for your type of trailer = good to go. If the bridges AREN'T marked - they're greater than 4.1 and you don't need to worry about them and if you see a 3.9 sat good-by to the top of your trailer. All hydro wires in are supposed to be 4.1 or higher. Oh and if you don't have a schedule - drive to Quebce City - it's like going to Europe and Quebecers take their Rving VERY Seriously and have amazing campgrounds.
ahh good to know! and we'll have to add Quebec City to our list for one day! I bet their fancy campgrounds will definitely beat the KOA we stayed at! 😄
That was an easy crossing. If they wanted to play hardball you would have been directed to 'secondary'. Victoria rocks!
Very happy to have avoided the secondary inspection 🙌🏼
I’m Canadian and live about 5 minutes from the Bluewater bridge. As crossings go he was pretty easy on you. I know a few security agents and it’s a very serious job. You wouldn’t believe the oddballs they come in contact with.
You were prepared, had your paperwork ready and did everything correctly. Great job👍
thanks! yes, overall a very smooth crossing, we were happy to get to skip "secondary inspections" 😆 We had a great time and met wonderful people on our trip, hope to spend more time visiting one day!
i can tell you are very young I use to cross in to Canada at the blue water Bridge and in detroit from 1966 to 1989 and the Canada Customs were 1000% nicer
@@dknowles60- Things were different for sure. We were crossing into Detroit around 1996, driving from Toronto to Chicago. All I had was a driver license for identification. No passport or birth certificate. It would have been a turn around and drive three more hours back home. Instead, the American border guard gave me heck and let us in. Not today! We love to do road trips in the US and we are all lucky to have such good international relationships, but remember your passport!
Just don’t offer any extra information that isn’t specifically asked!
Answer yes or no questions with only a yes or no. Open questions with one sentence. A short one sentence answer.
Craig is spot on in Canada “eh” and the end of a sentence. I had to learn that while traveling in the USA to add “huh” instead.
Haha!!! I never thought of that. So true!
I stay true to my Canadian roots…if anyone catches it, “eh” is a good conversation starter, eh!
The "eh" is an eastern Canadian thing. Out west you rarely hear that unless you listening to someone from down east.
This is true. I heard it a lot in Toronto but hardly ever out west (Calgary, Vancouver, etc). @@morganborrowman1650
"Huh" is not the American equivalent of "eh"? "Huh?" is just a lazy way of saying "Pardon me?"
I think the functional equivalent of "eh" is more like ""Right?" or "Ya feel me?"
As a true red blooded Canadian citizen I implore you to NEVER say 'ehh' in conversation with another Canadian
...😅
Hahahah. I told Craig that!! 🤣
Instead of throwing out the veggies or eggs, you could cook them and freeze them. Once it's prepared and cooked as a meal it's ok to carry it frozen.
that's a good idea!
They didnt check any of that. They have bigger fish to fry than what you have in your fridge. Freak out over nothing.
LOL! That was not mean, he was taking his job seriously. With our vastly different fire arm laws, it's absolutely a fair question.
Apologies you got the impression we thought his questions were mean 😅 like we said in the video, him asking about firearms was totally understandable.
It was just the permanent “mean mug” for lack of a better description that kind of caught us off guard 😆 but overall a smooth crossing for sure!
@@wildrvlife Glad you enjoyed yourselves. Please come back for another visit. Your dogs are gorgeous. 😁❤✌
@@shelleywright749Canada is a shit hole, no thanks.
Gun smuggling into Canada is a serious problem, so CBSA officials have to be serious in their approach.
Any border whether by land or plane you will always have serious patrol. They have a huge job to do. Nothing about it is friendly. As a Canadian who has travelled lots, it’s always the same
They can't be friendly. They have to be serious and professional in their approach to minimize the chances that someone might try to charm their way into Canada.
I disagree. I have passed through many US and Canadian borders over my 70+ years and have found a lot of friendly guards on both sides. You get back what you give out usually. @@stevestruthers6180
NONSENSE MIND YOU CANADA IS A VICTORIA ERA HIGH CONTROL STATE
That’s normal. I went from New York across the border to Canada and they were the same way.
Getting into Canada is way easier than getting into Mexico. thats for sure more efficient too.
As Canadians who Rv in the states we quite often get serious faced US. Border guards too. They frequently have checked we don’t have people hiding in the trailer to sneak into the USA.
Oh interesting!! I'm almost certain that all the border partrol agents have morning meetings where they practice their "mean mugs" before heading to their booths 🤣🤣
Your trailer/vehicle is x-rayed while pulling up to the booth, they know exactly whats on board
@@livinginavwvan207 then I’m not sure why they ask if anyone’s in the trailer then ask for our keys? Maybe some lanes don’t have X-ray… has been a few years since the last time they asked… but it has happened several times
@@karrieheikoop7349 They're seeing if you are lying. Someone (on here) didnt mention their cat that was in the trailer and the guard knew from the heat footprint.
With millions of Unvetted illegals entering US daily from worldwide, it is amazing they even bother checking anything
Hello from Saskatchewan. Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦. Glad to see you had no trouble at the border. I agree with you 100% about what lanes you need to be in when crossing borders. Have fun and stay safe.
Thank you for watching!!!
Do you say the wan part of Saskatchewan wahn or win?
@ wahn
WOW!!! Watching your video and when you said you were going to the Elora Gorge, (and yes you pronounced it properly) I was glad I was sitting down because I would have fallen on the floor. I grew up in Elora, Ont. as a kid friends and I would go to the Gorge every day in the summer
It was a very beautiful area! It felt like we found a hidden gem when we were there. Such a great area, but not too touristy, loved it.
They were in the truck lane because that’s a Bennett Trucking RV hauler. The Oregon transporter plate on the back of the RV. They’re commercial and therefore use the truck lane.💁🏻♂️
ahhh good eye! that makes sense! We were probably the only confused ones then 🤣😂
My late Wife was a Customs Officer for over 31 yrs . you got over Really Easy Their lol ,even after you said their in Florida and Yous were coming up from Mexico !! You had a Nice Customs Officer
Haha!
One thing that you did not bring up and does trip up a lot of Americans entering Canada, is that pepper spray/mace is prohibited in Canada. As a rule, Canadian border officials are straight forward and easier than the US officials.
yes! I did forget to mention pepper spray, good point to remember!
i cant agree. when i was sent to the office to wait while they searched my car i was treated like a suspect and demeaned.
When I was OTR trucking, I stopped taking Canadian loads. Canada was easy. I usually crossed at Kings Gate, Idaho....The Canadian border people were always pleasant.
Getting back into the US was a pain in the ass.........I just got tired of the insulting aggravation.....
What about bear spray?
@@davidmontgomery6170 You may have bear spray. Just make sure you declare it when crossing the border.
Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦
I hope you enjoy visiting my beautiful Country.
Kitchener is a medium size city, if heading to Niagara you'll see a few bigger ones depending which way you take
ah gotcha! thanks for watching!
one tip crossing the boarder either way when you pull up put your back window down
I wish our borders were as secure as Canada's
We are Canada's Mexico!
From Canada's perspective, we're the downstairs neighbor who is running a meth lab.
Every soveerign country in the world has the right to protect its borders. during covid some countries were closed door, nobody getting in!
Didn't seem secure at all. They just drove on through. No strip searches. No torture and questioning. So weak and soft.
@@firefly9838 If you like that kind of thing go to the North Korea border, lol.
A good thing is if for whatever reason you can’t take something in and you don’t want to discard it, you can turn around and go back out and go the way you can get another way to get to where you want to go.
That is good to know!
Nope, if you attempt a border crossing and elect to turn around the border agents register your actions and it’s shared with all points of entry, just discard it, it’s not worth getting flagged at the border, it also effects your travel to other countries you may wish to visit. INTERPOL makes note of flagged remarks from all border agencies.
I'm sure most Canadians have had a similar experience whenever they crossed over into Alaska. I felt like a grilled mackeral when I crossed over into Alaska.
17:53 this surprises me. I’ve plenty of bridges in the GTA and they’ll say 4.2m 4.3m or even 4.4m.
Wow, I have lived in Canada for over 60 years and have yet to hear a Canadian say "eh" as a matter of course. I do however frequently hear it from American visitors...lol.
lol too funny!! Where did it even come from then? 😆
That was the smoothest crossing into Canada I've ever seen from an RV'er. I'm Canadian and when I come back home we get grilled harder than that lol! Pretty fortunate they didn't make you do secondary inspection, you had horseshoes stuck up somewhere that day lol!
What a weird thing to say.
@@wildrvlife weird? Have you ever heard the expression about horseshoes? lol
Lol no, I had heard of having a stick up your butt, but just looked up the horseshoe thing and LOL I had no clue that was a saying 🤣 we’ve had 4 smooth border crossings now though, so you might be right! 😆
Haha! 🤣
We crossed the Calais border into Canada. They were really nice. We must of talked with them for like 5 minutes. No one behind us and on the way back the same thing. They did ask where we were going but you guys went through a very busy crossing.
All in all, it wasn't too bad. Pretty smooth crossing.
My favorite border crossing is the ole Calais crossing, don’t get stuck being Re routed to their new border crossing facility there, it takes forever to get through and such a hassle!
So cool you were near my home! Happy to help out with any future trips
Hi! We live in Buffalo (WNY) area (62 years). If you haven’t crossed the border yet, use either the Niagara Falls one or Lewiston. Those are not as busy as Peace Bridge. It’s always easier to get to Canada than coming home. Don’t be surprised how much they will give you a hard time coming home to USA! One of the questions they may ask is if you bought any liquor in Canada (you are allowed to buy it cheaper in Canada and bring it back here. Depending on how long you have been there, is how much you can bring back.). Also, the easiest place to get wings will be Duffs on Transit Rd in the Eastern Hills Mall. Plenty of space to park your RV, and in a good neighborhood. Also, it is only a mile off the 90 Thruway exit. Actually Bar Bills is right by here as well as (a close empty parking lot as well) and Anchor Bar is also right here by the exit as well. We would love to meet you two if you are interested in lunch/ dinner.. Message me!
Well, we did end up doing the Peace Bridge Crossing as we read it was the biggest (for big rigs) but it was quite busy! overall went smoothly though. Thanks for coming along!
That was absolutely perfect. Him “So far it looks exactly the same , I don’t know you just crossing a border to expect some kind of glamorous change.” >> cut to Narnia scene 🤣😂
the border guards intentionally try to make you nervous. it's part of their psychological profiling.
if your flustered you are more likely to give yourself away if you are smuggling.
it makes sense! And I can understand why they do that!
They don't have to be dicks about it. Cause that's what they are...I cross into the U.S. all the time and they are friendly and cordial 99 % of the time...
@@dantonliam There are some A hole border guards
We cross at the Soo when we go to Canada on vacation, and the Canadian customs officers are always polite.
As a Canadian I’m glad our border patrols are serious, we like our peaceful country . Guns left at home were a great idea. Hope you had nice trip in and back out. Cheers
As an American, I agree with you. I am embarrassed by my country.
@@fremontpathfinder8463 Visit Toronto or Vancouver it's the same leftist shitholes whatever country. Except in Canada only the bad guys have guns badged or not.
Canada is wonderful! We are going to miss it here. 😥
@@fremontpathfinder8463
Perhaps you should move out of the country you’re so embarrassed by…Try uh, North Korea, it’s a lot worse here!
Lol, that was easy peasy, eh!!! Try going across if your in a motorcycle club!!!
We almost always get the rv searched going into the USA, especially the fridge. It was really interesting when he wanted the fridge opened but the area between the guard booths were too narrow to open the slide wide enough.
I was wondering if they often make people open up their slides or not! would have to get leveled and everything 😅
It is not what you say, it is how you say it. They watch your reactions to the questions.
We almost bought a Brinkley for my wife's upgrade (traveling medical worker), but held off figuring they need a couple years to work out all the kinks. We ended up with a Reflection, but all in all both are great rigs. Sorry to see all the weird issues you have been having. We lost our fridge on the first trip. Every one of these things is built like crap. Its kind of crazy.
They are. It's crazy. I expected better.
Great video as always. My family and I will be crossing into Canada next Friday and just wanted to double check that we have everything needed. A little RUclips search and your video popped up. It's eased my mind a bit especially because we'll be crossing the same bridge and ironically taking our 36ft TT to the same camp ground. We've lived in Michigan our whole lives (42) and never took a RV over so im a bit nervous with foods and such. Thanks again amd keep the great vids coming
Unfortunately we have the same issues heading south a couple of times. We try to remember all the differences.
It can be difficult to figure out and remember all the nuances for sure!
That was neat seeing the pictures 9of the Elora Gorge and the conservation area because i live 5min from ther
Oh what a small world! A really lovely area, we were glad we got to visit
What makes a bad day great?? Seeing one of your videos has been uploaded ❤ You had me in laughing tears with the Poutine routine. 😂
😄 thank you so much for watching!!
Kitchener is really lumped in with Kitchener/Waterloo/Cambridge and sometimes Guelph. It's 4 cities that are very very close with near to no distance in borders. Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge even all share a single transit system. The population is somewhere around 580K. You happened to wander into the city I live in.
We noticed that after exploring a little more, about it being kind of 4 cities in 1. I liked it! Each area kind of had its own vibe but everything was still close
Welcome to Canada you guys! I live about 2 hours from Kitchener, in beautiful Muskoka! Enjoy your time here and safe travels!
Thank you. We have been enjoying it here!
Wow, you were let through with a few questions . . . don't get me started on the number of times I've crossed the border from Vancouver Canada into the U.S., and at least twice was almost in tears by the time I was allowed to cross . . . grumpy border crossing guards are not uncommon . . . having state this, I've run into some who were kind, cordial and friendly. I guess those are the ones who actually like their jobs and can still be professional when questioning you! I hope you enjoyed your Canadian adventure! We Canadians may be reserved but we'll be the first to help you when you need it . . . hope you visit again . . . especially B.C., which in my opinion is the most beautiful Province.
A good tip for crossing the border is only answer what they ask you, don't add anything extra. When he asked if you had any guns just say no, don't add I left them at home LOL.
When you cross back into the US you might want to go down to the Peace Bridge at the end of the QEW. Bigger crossing with shorter wait times and you can go straight on the highway.
Good to know about Peace Bridge! Thank you! and yes... lol next time, we're sticking to single word answers 🤣😂
The gun thing??? what if you say just NO but they pull. you up and it shows you have a CCC? then you just lied. Its better to says yes I own one but I put it in storage before we crossed. So you do own one, but, but no its not in your possession.
Thank you for visiting Canada, hope you had fun. As a home sick Canadian living abroad thanks. Come back.
use to drive semi to Edmonton and going into Canada was easy but coming back home to the U S our boarder patrol treat truckers like crap you get X-rayed then about 25 % of the time they unload the whole trailer and then scale it out again to make sure they did not reload it wrong and we have to pay cash to cross back into my own country just gotta
basically fine us to come home
We have been Rving over 30 years and cross the border between USA and Canada multiple times per year. What you got was nothing but an easy crossing. We are Canadian and have been stuck at the US customs in Emerson for just over 4 hours and at Canadain Customs for 2 hrs both times searched. It all depends on the border agent and how you answer their questions. Our last trip the US officer asked how long we were going to be in USA and I answered honestly we didn't know. He corrected me and said never say that to an agent, we intended on 3 to 4 weeks and he said thats how you answer. So it all depends on the agent. Also always check the border crossing web site for prohibited foods as this changes regular. Lately chicken and eggs have been on and off the list as no go items.
That was not mean ! I went to the US a few years ago, I was held up at the Fort Erie boarder for about 4 hours and fingerprinted than let me go to Pennsylvania. I still dont know why all the hassle !!!!
Oh gosh, what a pain!
I live in Michigan and we cross back and fourth to Canada and that a very normal experience when crossing the border. Also I love you truck. I had a 2023 with the same paint and it was totaled in a accident. I cant get another one like it unfortunately. They don't offer the two tone in 2024 models. I miss my truck so much.
Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦 we live about 1hr north of Alora Gourge. You picked a beautiful stop..Canadian side of the Falls is much nicer and there is plenty to do Enjoy your time in Canada ❤
It has been a wonderful visit so far.
and you live here lol ? , its Elora Gorge
Welcome to Canada! I live in Waterloo (Kitchener/Waterloo). Just south of Elora. I just found your channel, and looking forward to seeing your travels. Safe Journeys. Rick
We had our 5th wheel searched one time going into Canada. It was 4th of July and young agents I think were upset about having to work that day. They found a gun lock in one of our drawers that we had gotten free at an RV rally and kept wanting to know why. Explained that we did not have any guns with us. They searched every cabinet, etc. and asked if they brought the dog would he find anything. I said no. What I forgot and could have been a problem was I had a Ramset fastener tool in my cargo bay and the .22 cartridges that it uses and the dog would have picked upon them! Had our grandkids with us and sat outside for about 45 minutes while they did their thing.
4th of July is just a regular day in Canada. Had you come on the 1st of July they may not have wanted to work that day.
At least they didn’t empty your truck out! Around 1966/7 the US border guys emptied our station wagon completely out. I remember it was dark by the time they finished. Mom was NOT impressed! My parents had 5 kids & a dog, the youngest was 3yo. And we weren’t ‘Klingons’…Mom had to keep telling us to stay close! They emptied it and they walked away so my parents (most likely just Dad)had to repack! We were camping & had a tent trailer. I can’t remember if they opened it.
Thankfully my hubs & kids never had that happen! We next go down to the States next October with a 5th wheel so….
We live at that crossing on the canadian side !
Funny video. Nothing sketchy about coming from Florida to Mexico to Canada 🤪 I would have searched you for sure😂😅
LOL right! I can't believe Craig said that 😂
Just so you know, we do not carry guns here. Guns are a serious subject for border crossings. And that was a clean border crossing.
yeah, it went much quicker than we expected!
It’s very helpful to me and my family because we plan on traveling around the United States, Mexico and Canada in our RV’s getting these Tips are extremely important to Us.
So glad it was helpful!
I love your characters VicCraig. You both are so blessed being young and traveling so much. With all due respect Craig, your wife has a beautiful soul and Spirit.
They are serious about guns because you aren’t allowed to have handguns or ARs in Canada.
Yeah, it's just a strange way to ask, but it ended up being a smooth crossing.
Because Turdeau is a dictator and there are no men in Canada. Canada gave up its freedom for government welfare.
Incorrect you have to be part of the gun club with gun safes with weekly gun safety training in order to have a handgun
@@curtislongmirep2e563 weekly new training? What... it's not hard to learn... I don't understand how you retrain that often with something so simple
@@firefly9838he's being sarcastic
It is not what words you answer the question with, it is how you answer the question.
If you have a permit to carry in your home state it may flag on your license.
i can see spraying wd 40 on the slide plate to clean it BUT, did you put some grease on the slideplate for the friction thatt the 2 make? i use the blue lube grease for the slideplate, the same that is used for the buddy bearing or the the axle bearing, . in the past i noticed a trucker using NEVER -SEAL LUBE ON THE SLIDEPLATE! THE BEST IS THE AIRCRAFT LUBE MADE FOR THE FIGHTER JETS LUBING POINTS. APPLY WHEN DRY?
You guys are awesome! Fun watching Americans cross the border and get nervous the same way we all do. Ps love the video editing! Keep having fun!
We were a bit nervous crossing the border LOL 😅
Thanks so much!! We've gotten a few border crossings under our belt now, but I feel like we'll always be nervous about them, especially towing the RV, it's just such a busy and stressful event lol
When I was a kid, ( pre 9/11) we went to Canada by car many times. It was so easy, don't even know if my father showed a driver's license. No passports, no other IDs. They asked, where you're from, where you're going, how long are you staying, purpose of the visit, business or pleasure?
yea them were the days
The questions regarding the guns was simple, they know you have carry permits, it's in the database they are looking at. You answered honestly, directly and promptly so there wasn't any worry that you were lying.
I'm 99% sure he let us go after Craig answered, because who would lie to say they had just come from Mexico when asked about guns 🤣 Craig and I are still laughing about him going into those details. Next crossing we will try to keep details to a minimum lol
Exactly.
I walked across that bridge when they built the 2nd bridge!
FYI - if you have a dwi or a felony conviction they can refuse you entry.
When I was in the Air Force we drove through Canada to get to Alaska where I was stationed. When we went through
Border patrol they asked “ where are your weapons?” Love your. Idea. Met you through Open Roading. 🌅🌅
Answer the Border Guards question directly.
DON'T volunteer information.
like telling them we had just recently come from Mexico? 🤣😂 we're still laughing about Craig saying that lol
Don’t forget to stop at Tim Hortons for donuts & coffee!! Safe travels.
Yes!! we definitely had to give Tim Hortons a go! thank you!
Tim Hortons in Canada is much better than in the U.S.
Tim Hortons in Canada is much better than in the U.S.
I heard there was some in the U.S. but I was stationed in Newfoundland eons ago and that is where I first and only ever had them. I didn't drink coffee back then, but I did partake in the yummy donuts!! Thanks for responding. Safe Travels. @@erie910
yes for sure you will have to keep in touch maybe we can show you around here for a bit
Sorry - what was the "mean" part??? Those were absolutely legitimate questions asked in a professional manner.
It was what we explained after the crossing, just the permanent “mean mug” facial expression. But, I’m sure border agents are instructed to be extra serious, it was just a funny contrast to the only other border crossing experience we’d had to Mexico where there were serious and professional questions but no permanent scowls to go along with them 😅. Overall a smooth experience as you saw in the video!
We loved youre glamping Dome. It was so cozy and decorated sooo nice. The wood chopping was a little excruciating for your muscles, HaHa.You guys be safe and be careful!!! Love Liz and Len!!!
Part of the attitude of the Canadian crossing guard was possibly Craig's southern accent. We were over the road truckers and had a load going into Canada. We went through the truck lane and you get out of your truck and they x-ray it then do an inspection. We were then told to go to an office and they verify your paperwork. Well as we are walking out we are accompanied by 2 guards. The female told my husband to take his hands out of his pocket in a very aggressive voice though it was nearly freezing at the time. Then as we get to the truck we are asked if we have any weapons on the truck. We told them "No." They then asked "So you don't have any guns on the truck?" We repeated no. Then they asked if we owned any guns. My husband was confused and asked "What did it matter if they weren't on the truck?" I was wondering the same thing. We told them we had some rifles back at home. Then the guy searched our truck again while the woman gave us the evil eye. They found nothing of course and let us go on our way. We delivered, picked up our next load and headed back to the U.S.A. We had been told that getting back into the states would be harder. Nope they just said "Welcome home." Later we were at the closest operating center to where we entered into Canada and there were frequently Canadian drivers there. One guy came up as I was talking to a couple of other drivers telling them about our story. He told me he had been in earlier when my husband was up and heard us talking. He told me that they profiled us on his southern accent and that many Canadians think that all southerners are gun crazy lunatics. We just discovered your channel 2 days ago. Enjoying your travels.
Oh wow! Yeah, I definitely don’t think Craig southern accent helped much but thankful we managed to get through with a pretty smooth experience overall. We had a similar experience as you when crossing back to the states, which you’ll see on Sunday!
Canada has a serious problem with illegal guns being smuggled into Canada and this is why the border guards are so focused on and serious about whether you are carrying any guns, regardless of whether they were illegally acquired or not. Many Americans make the mistake of trying to bring their guns into Canada thinking that the Second Amendment applies in Canada. It doesn't, as Canada is a sovereign country and has different laws. Americans can bring in their guns for authorized purposes such as hunting or sport shooting, but they have to have the proper permits arranged ahead of time before crossing.
'that all southerners are gun crazy lunatics' Are they wrong?
@@stevestruthers6180 Our issue was more that though we didn't have guns on the truck they were still questioning us about the guns we had back in the states.
It only someone’s opinion and it’s wrong. They think ALL Americans have guns. And the question asked 3 times is on purpose to see if you answered differently.
That looked like one of the easiest crosses I've seen. Going into the States once they wanted to know where we worked. Why we were driving a Ford if we worked for GM. We played 20 questions for a while. Also over 90% of gun crimes committed in Toronto are with guns traced back to the U.S. That is probably why they are so serious about stopping it when they can.
Wow!
Most beautiful country in Canada.... glaciers mountains, crystal clear lakes
Can't wait to get to explore more of Canada one day!
@@wildrvlife - Yea, Canadeh's west... Alberta and British Columbia are very beautiful as compared to the central (flat) parries. There's great hiking and lots of freshwater lakes throughout. So if you enjoy boating/canoeing/fishing, you will have much fun.
We are headed to Canada in June and someone mentioned VIN checks for recalls on your rv. LOL. Thanks for posting this, im not stressing anymore.
Craig and Victoria when you get time later on if you need a better hitch for your truck to pull the RV or traveling trailer, get in touch with Nick the Hitch. He is on RUclips; we watch him help another RV travelers because you guys travel a lot as well. Safe travels
That hitch is actually the one we have! A PullRite Superglide hitch. Been using it for over two years since we first set out on the road and love it. It's great since we have the short bed truck, would highly recommend it if you need a slider hitch!
Awesome video we are crossing the border at the same spot in a couple weeks also heading to New York maybe we will see you on the road ! Free boondocking at Sugar Hill state forest ,New York .
Oh awesome!! Overall, a really smooth experience, so I hope it goes the same for you! and good to know about the boondocking there. Not always easy to find on the east coast!
Hey guys. I've been binge watching you for a month now and love all the videos. I'm planning to RV live full time very soon and I appreciate all your experiences/ tips and mistakes. I live in Kamloops BC Canada so if you're passing thru let me know. Happy trails... :)
Thank you so much!! Glad we can be of some help and congrats on the upcoming transition to RV life! It’s always an adventure when you’re on the road 😁
Sweet pups.
I live 30 minutes from the Blue Water Bridge, we used to go to Canada all the time when we were teens because their drinking age was lower than ours in Michigan 😂 A
Also you're right, the Canadian border officers are always very serious.
Hahah! I never thought about that! I bet that was pretty common 😆
Just watched your video where you were in Elora Gorge. Just wanted to let you know that we lived in Kitchener for 15 years! Then semi retired last year and moved back to Sauble Beach, Ontario where I was raised.
oh how cool! It was a really nice area, I'm glad we got to spend some time there. It's a great contrast to the busy touristy-ness of the Niagara Falls area.
You guys ROCK, love you two!! You guys banter back and forth just like my wife and I do. It’s the greatest😂!!
Keep the videos coming, you both are addictive.
Have a great trip in Canada. Greetings from Southern California!! Travel safe.
Thank you so much!! We like to give each other a hard time 😆🤣 thank you for the support!
Crossing into Canada. Don't volunteer anything. Keep your mouth shut other than a genral polite " hello, or good day" answer questions honestly with the minimum words to answer.
Its no big deal if you relax and do what they are asking. They want nothing more from you.
Have flow private planes and vehicles over the border several hundred times and have only been pulled aside for a Secondary check three times.
Canads great, and worth your time! Friendly people!
Take your shades off when you cross the border
Love the channel you are so fun to watch and travel with.
Thank you for watching our shanningans, lol.
We went to Canada in June. Three times the agent asked us if we had a concealed weapon. Finally i realized the issue. I said we had our conceal carry permits in NC but we didn't have our guns. He moved on.
Ohhh interesting. I was wondering if it came up from scanning the passport or something
Welcome to Canada! Really enjoy watching your channel! Hope you enjoy your stay here!
Thank you so much! We’ve been having a lovely time!
Actually, he pronounced _"Poutine"_ rather well. If he ordered it in Quebec, they wouldn't think twice about it. Although, they might raise their eyebrows if he said "Eh!" after it. That's more of an Atlantic Provinces' expression.
I'm surprised to hear that poutine is sold in Kitchener! It's mainly a Quebecois dish, but there are some restaurants in the Toronto area and East of Toronto that sells it.
Quebec has some restaurants that sell mainly poutine. You can get lots of variations of it. The best that I've had was. Boeuf Bourguignon Poutine. 😋
Ooh now that sounds quite delicious! We will definitely have to visit Quebec one day for poutine too. Gotta get some from the source!
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Quebec is beautiful! In fact, Quebec City is one of the most beautiful cities in North America. It's definitely the longest continually inhabited city in North America.
Being fluent in French, I nearly moved to Quebec. Either Montreal or Quebec City... but the whole province has something to offer.
If you go, I recommend the late Spring through to the end of the Summer.
If you get poutine in Quebec, try the version that adds chopped Montreal smoked meat on top. Delicious. And while you are at it, get a couple of steamed hot dogs w mustard and “Chou”… that’s coleslaw. Enjoy.
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If you really want to get the best Montreal Smoked Meat experience, try it on rye bread or a bagel from either Schwartz's Deli or Dunn's Famous! Can't beat it! 😋👍
@@MickPsyphon I know them well. 😋
I live in Elora and just saw your post. Wish I had seen it while you were still in the Elora Gorge conservation area, I wild have dropped by to say hi. And yes, you were through VERY easily. 😊
You guys are hilarious!! Hello from a Canuck!! Love watching you guys and your adventures. While you are in my country I'm down here in yours in Bar Harbor Eh!! I started watching you guys when you went to Mexico to get ideas as I plan on going there next winter. Keep the high jinks coming and you are going to love Niagra Falls from the Canadian side!! See you next week....
Thank you so much for following along. It has been wonderful here in Canada.
The rv in the truck lane will be new trailer import in to Canada
Oh, that makes sense in why he was over there. We didn't think about them being imported.
It use to be very easy to cross into Canada just show your drivers license. They use to want the people from USA to cross and spend money there but they do not seem to want that anymore. Some of the crossings now have a USA border stop before the Canadian and they will ask about guns, etc so you do not cross into Canada with anything. Hope you guys have a great time there. We use to cross a couple times a month at least but not anymore, we instead started going to Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, there is awesome fishing in the south west corner of Wisconsin and bluffs and valleys to hike. Hope you guys stay safe and healthy.
Crazy how things like that change over time, though I can understand why with some of the things happening in today's world
Yes, they are imposing US check points just before the Canadian borders, they want to confiscate guns, money, food stuffs whatever before the Canadian agents get to them… this is very real people!
That was easy, try going as a Canadian into the states!
Eastern Canada is very different than western, our truck stops are called truck stops😁
Lol good to know! We’re hoping to visit western Canada next year!