aplumma Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 I received a card that is shaped like a credit card in the mail today from The MNR called an outdoor card.It is green in color and has all of the information that I fill out when I get my fishing license when I visit up North. I am not sure what it covers/use is? Does this mean I am finally officially a Canadian? Please answer quickly before I sell my house and higher a moving van to start the move to my new home. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 Sorry brother Art... it's just an avenue for our Government to make more money off you with less effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smally21 Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 you should move here anyway-play your cards right you can get FREE EVERYTHING Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 it's got a radioisotope in it so they can track you when you come to canada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted October 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 You mean my Northern dream card is actually another way for me to pay money to a governmental program? No Way y'all have got to be jerkin me around..... O well I guess I will use it to jimmy open doors down South here till next year when I go back North. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whopper Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 (edited) I have the same card Art I didn't mind paying for it, it was supposed to make it easier for us to obtain future licenses which it hasn't Edited October 15, 2010 by Whopper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discophish Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 Insert the card into an ATM machine and wait for the prompt to see what you have won. If it displays Canada's deficit in the Billions ... RUN!!! Don't play again because it's a losing battle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskieman Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 lets you pay "resident " pricing for hunting and fishing ... that's it... hire the moving van any way.... come on up... there's lotsa room here for ya. Outdoors Card?... not just a fishing card?... that's a good thing.. also lets you apply for a Tag and hunt as a citizen of Ontario. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 I have the same card Art I din't mind paying for it, it was supposed to make it easier for us to obtain future licenses which it hasn't I also have the same card but did mind paying for it as I recognized just another government money grab. Good for 3 years but I didn't take a Canadian fishing trip this year so it's only good for two years at best...maybe one.. On the bright side of this.......ah, have really thought of one yet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 lets you pay "resident " pricing for hunting and fishing ... that's it... Randy Randy, I don't think that is correct.......I had to purchase a non-resident fishing license that does cost more than the one you purchased. Please correct me if I am wrong. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted October 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 Randy it is more than likely just the fishin card. It is labeled as an outdoor card but in red it Says Fishing Peche which I assume is Fishing in French. I guess this means I cant hunt any "citizens of Ontario." Why should this card act any different than my other ATM cards? Phil I am happy to be a member of the Canadian Governments machine for all of the great times and memories I have from up North it is small price to pay. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted October 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 here is what the official web site says... is this more or less than the residential fees? BTW this is not a post I put up to get a debate going make a joke and then move on with it please. Art Non-Canadian Resident Temporary Fishing Outdoors Card and Application only. Valid for three years. Annual licence tags must be purchased. License issuers throughout the province $9.68 Base Price $8.57 HST $1.11 One-year Sport Fishing Licence Tag (for holders of a valid Outdoors Card) Licence issuers throughout the province $74.79 Base Price $66.19 HST $8.60 One-year Conservation Fishing Licence Tag (for holders of a valid Outdoors Card) Licence issuers throughout the province $46.00 Base Price $40.71 HST $5.29 Eight-day Sport Fishing Licence * Licence issuers throughout the province $47.89 Base Price $42.38 HST $5.51 Eight-day Conservation Fishing Licence * Licence issuers throughout the province $27.71 Base Price $24.52 HST $3.19 One-Day Sport Fishing Licence Available from many charter boat operators and licence issuers. $20.18 Base Price $17.86 HST $2.32 Non-Canadian Resident Angling Licence for a Member of an Organized Camp Selected ServiceOntario offices $4.85 per child Base Price $4.29 HST $0.56 Lake St. Joseph tags Lake St. Joseph tourist operator from whom accommodation is obtained No charge * Eight-day fishing licences are valid for eight consecutive calendar days. A calendar day is a 24-hour period starting at 12:00 midnight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskieman Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 Yep... that's just the fishing card... nevermind what I said Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 I hate to admit to it....but now I am more confused than before....so do non-residents pay more or the same as a Ontario Resident for a fishing license after you already posses a "Outdoor Card" Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskieman Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 (edited) I hate to admit to it....but now I am more confused than before....so do non-residents pay more or the same as a Ontario Resident for a fishing license after you already posses a "Outdoor Card" Bob I think that it's the same... but what picture appears on your cards? Turkeys or Smallies? Randy Edited October 14, 2010 by Randy from Sturgeon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 Mine is actually green with what appears to be MAYBE a largemouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted October 14, 2010 Report Share Posted October 14, 2010 (edited) Yup. Mine is green with what appears to be a bass on it. Also has Fishing Pesche. HA - Now if I could only catch some. But, it must be worth it. I spend more time on the water in Ontario than I do here in my own home state. 30+ bucks here for a license and trout stamp - and I have yet to catch a fish here in PA. But, I've only been out one time for a few hours. Edited October 14, 2010 by Rich Clemens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Art, the next card will be for a boaters license . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Yup. Mine is green with what appears to be a bass on it. Also has Fishing Pesche. HA - Now if I could only catch some. But, it must be worth it. I spend more time on the water in Ontario than I do here in my own home state. 30+ bucks here for a license and trout stamp - and I have yet to catch a fish here in PA. But, I've only been out one time for a few hours. There is a real good SECRET spot in PA that have produced a LOT of Bass and Walleyes........I could tell you where but then it wouldn't be a Secret spot........well OK, since you have been a faithful member here I will give you a small hint.....tow your boat north until you come to this small pond called LAKE ERIE.... ......if you can't catch fish in this pond, give up fishing and take up golf... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Art, don't forget to use your new card the next time you go to any B.P.S. store and you will get 50% off all your merchandise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whopper Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 (edited) Randy it is more than likely just the fishin card. It is labeled as an outdoor card but in red it Says Fishing Peche which I assume is Fishing in French. I guess this means I cant hunt any "citizens of Ontario." Why should this card act any different than my other ATM cards? Phil I am happy to be a member of the Canadian Governments machine for all of the great times and memories I have from up North it is small price to pay. Art Art I feel the same way, small price to pay for a privilege to enjoy ourselves. My comment on the "easier" part was I thought #1 we would be able to purchase our licenses online which isn't the case yet. On some of my trips it's been a hassle trying to find a place that is open to purchase one and #2 we wouldn't have to give all our info when we renewed. Having the "Green Card" does not get us a discount on licenses and I always feel like I get my money's worth Edited October 15, 2010 by Whopper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Art I feel the same way, small price to pay for a privilege to enjoy ourselves. My comment on the "easier" part was I thought #1 we would be able to purchase our licenses online which isn't the case yet. On some of my trips it's been a hassle trying to find a place that is open to purchase one and #2 we wouldn't have to give all our info when we renewed. Having the "Green Card" does not get us a discount on licenses and I always feel like I get my money's worth I have to disagree about a small price to pay to enjoy ourselves....you see I may be older than most here and can remember when there was no "Outdoor Card" (money grab) and the non-resident licenses were about $10 and the residents of Ontario didn't need a fishing license AND the fishing was even better back then before the government got too involved. But hey, that's only me remembering the GOOD 'OLE DAYS... Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 I like the way New York does it. I get my non resident online in minutes every year so I can enjoy both sides of the Niagara River. That being said, if you do not like the Ontario licencing fees Billy Bob you do not have to buy one. As for it being free before in the good old days I guess things changed in New York State as well because the last I heard you have to pay for them there and everywhere else now too. It not just us commie pinko northerners. just having some fun with ya man. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whopper Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 (edited) I have to disagree about a small price to pay to enjoy ourselves....you see I may be older than most here and can remember when there was no "Outdoor Card" (money grab) and the non-resident licenses were about $10 and the residents of Ontario didn't need a fishing license AND the fishing was even better back then before the government got too involved. But hey, that's only me remembering the GOOD 'OLE DAYS... Bob Bob I'm no youngster The cost of everything ain't like it used to be. I could complain about traveling the thruway in your state, Cripes PN state line to Utica NY used to be free also,then it was pocket change now one has take a loan out, but I still won't complain because I choose to visit there. My first trip to Ontario 1973 the exchange rate was upside down, I had a hard time understanding why I would have to give an extra ten cents on a dollar, I sucked it up. As far as the good ole days I can also remember many years where the exchange rate was way in our favor (50 to 60%)I believe we are about par now. As far as the fishing or should I say "catching" it all depends on where you go in Ontario, places I've been to in the last few years with the exception of Nipissing, it's hard to believe at any time it was too much better Edited October 15, 2010 by Whopper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 I received a card that is shaped like a credit card in the mail today from The MNR called an outdoor card.It is green in color and has all of the information that I fill out when I get my fishing license when I visit up North. I am not sure what it covers/use is? Does this mean I am finally officially a Canadian? Please answer quickly before I sell my house and higher a moving van to start the move to my new home. Art Hey Art... When you apply for your yearly license and the guy sez to not forget to "stick it" the card gives you a place to put the sticker... Sounds like the next step will be to issue a three year license along with the three year plastic card for non-residents... Cheers Mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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