[pct-l] Re-entry

[rubberchuckie at yahoo.com (Chuckie V)]

>>>>Sly wrote: Ha. That's why I never bother with a Canadian entry permit. Sure I could end up spending a night or two in a Canadian jail or they could toss me back across the border. Regardless, I'd rather ask for forgiveness than denied entry. My feeling is, that whatever happens, it's all part of the experience.
 
Amen Sly! When I reluctantly returned into the US, I had nothing but ratty clothing, a worn-out backpack, some incredible memories, and some serious calluses. Permit...schmermit. When threatened with a free night's stay in a plush--not padded--jail cell, I welcomed and graciously accepted the opportunity. I was housed, fed, and bathed better than I'd been in close to half a year. My only regrets were having cost taxpayers some money and having a cell mate who snored like a runaway freight train. Still, it was all part of the experience.
 
CV
 
Here's the rest of it: my box containing my passport, etc., never made it to Stehekin, where I was to pick all paperwork up. I panicked at first (it was, after all, post 9-11) but eventually thought, "what the hell, I'll be okay." Indeed I was. It might, however, be wise to be sure your permits, passport, etc., travels with you. But if you're a story seeker, like Sly and I, take your chances and enjoy the ride. It all works out, eh?