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8:54 am
July 23, 2010


timber

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Citizens of Dubreuilville and Hornepayne have informed the Ontario Outdoors Recreational Alliance (OntORA) that on or about the 4th of June, 2010 the Wawa Ministry of Natural Resources closed a major road connecting their two towns to public access.

The road commonly known as the 401 road has for many years  been a main artery connecting these two towns as well as  a means for the public to access and enjoy the surrounding countryside, which is entirely Crown land. This was a huge blow for many people who used the road to visit friends and family or simply enjoy the recreational pursuits that our public lands offer.   To make matters even worse, it appears that 85% of the prime recreational lands in this area already have public access restrictions, in effect, the MNR has created private game and fish farms for the wealthy and the public is liable to charges for trespassing on their own lands.

This is a devastating blow to the local populace, the road-based tourism operators and to the many seasonal visitors who travel anywhere from four to twelve hours to vacation in the area. One local business which uses the road for guided ATV tours has already complained to the MNR about the tremendous negative impact it will have on their business.

OntORA area Director Michael Boudreau has contacted the MNR on a number of occasions for a clarification behind this closure but so far has only succeeded in being redirected to one of the staff, a Mary Ellen McKenna.  Ms. McKenna told Mr. Boudreau that the "main" reason behind the effort in preventing public access to these huge tracts of public land was noise, that the so called ‘remote-based’ outfitters wanted a serene atmosphere for their clients, that the periodic sound of a few vehicles a couple kilometres away may not compliment the ambiance for their guests.

9:48 pm
September 9, 2010


timber

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We've had word that vehicles with American plates were driving past the signs this past bear season, has anyone any further info?

3:39 pm
January 27, 2011


Don

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timber said:

Citizens of Dubreuilville and Hornepayne have informed the Ontario Outdoors Recreational Alliance (OntORA) that on or about the 4th of June, 2010 the Wawa Ministry of Natural Resources closed a major road connecting their two towns to public access.

The road commonly known as the 401 road has for many years  been a main artery connecting these two towns as well as  a means for the public to access and enjoy the surrounding countryside, which is entirely Crown land. This was a huge blow for many people who used the road to visit friends and family or simply enjoy the recreational pursuits that our public lands offer.   To make matters even worse, it appears that 85% of the prime recreational lands in this area already have public access restrictions, in effect, the MNR has created private game and fish farms for the wealthy and the public is liable to charges for trespassing on their own lands.

 

This is a devastating blow to the local populace, the road-based tourism operators and to the many seasonal visitors who travel anywhere from four to twelve hours to vacation in the area. One local business which uses the road for guided ATV tours has already complained to the MNR about the tremendous negative impact it will have on their business.

 

OntORA area Director Michael Boudreau has contacted the MNR on a number of occasions for a clarification behind this closure but so far has only succeeded in being redirected to one of the staff, a Mary Ellen McKenna.  Ms. McKenna told Mr. Boudreau that the "main" reason behind the effort in preventing public access to these huge tracts of public land was noise, that the so called ‘remote-based’ outfitters wanted a serene atmosphere for their clients, that the periodic sound of a few vehicles a couple kilometres away may not compliment the ambiance for their guests.

3:51 pm
January 27, 2011


Don

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I find this very unfair to the local communities who everyday have use of this road.  It is unfair to have it closed down to the local community.  It seems we the Canadians are catering to the Americans.  We have to accept second seats!!!!! The better lands are gone, Why? 

You complain of noise, you mean outfitters do not have off road vehicles, chain saw, planes, boats and motors.  They do not also make noise.  How many aninals have been killed from the road, on the road with vehicle accidents. All hunters and outfitters know, the noise which scares the animals are those made in the bush.  Branches cracking, footsteps, talking, smell, off road bikes….. 

 

It is crown land, why can we not all share it.  There is a law amungst hunters, we respect territories of other hunters and gamers.  We do not purposly walk into an area we know or are aware that others are near by. 

 

Come on Man!!!!! 

 

Let's all share. 

 

Afterall, is it not the Canadian forest.  We Canadian have learnt to share.  We Canadians have grown to keep our nature clean. 

 

I say again " Come On Man"

11:00 am
May 11, 2011


bhunts

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Having used this road, and knowing how the local community depends on it, I am simply stunned by this MNR decision. How can they possibly justify their actions? This is a slap in the face to taxpaying northerners.

I would appreciate an update on this particular issue. Is the MNR actively enforcing this closure? Are locals still protesting? How can we help?
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