Boating Basics - Lock Fees - What Do They Cost? Trent Severn Waterway

[@DavePinnelljr]

Thank you Good Sir...I had no idea you could upgrade and just be charged the difference.....I always seem to learn something when watching your Channel....Keep Safe !

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Happy you enjoyed it and that I was able to help out!

[@BellavistaPEI]

OK.....this is just TOO weird!! My wife literally JUST asked me YESTERDAY how much it costs for lock fees!!! I did look it up on the Google machine but you made it more interesting with you video snippets! Thanks Paul and stay safe!!

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

That is awesome! Glad you found it interesting :-) Believe it or not, that seven minute production represents very nearly a full day's worth of effort, so I'm happy it hit the mark with you. Cheers, Paul.

[@BellavistaPEI]

@@BoatingWithBoogaboo well Thankyou SOOO much for the effort...we ALL appreciate it!!!👏👍

[@PixiesChannel12345]

Very interesting I thought it was free to go through the locks, Cool video, Keep em coming.

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Free?? No comment ;-) Thanks and more to come!

[@pball98]

It was in 2017 for Canada 150 🤷‍♂️

[@gilbertsauve2594]

Very useful I wanted to go on the Rideau canal because I am in Ottawa hopefully there will be a boating season this year and stay safe

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

I hope so too! Cheers, Paul.

[@Quartz331]

nice vlog 👍🏼 good to know that fees 😁

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Thanks! 😃

[@stevebranch7371]

Thanks Paul ! Very nice to have this all explained! Can you tell us about camping and use of shore power?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Yes, the next one will be all about mooring and fees.

[@stephenfleming7918]

A little pricey. They’ve waived the Erie and Champlain canals lock fees in New York up until 2021

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Yes, I'm aware of the no fees situation on the Erie Canal. It's a great way to promote use not only for locals, but to a wider group of visiting boaters. Hope to cruise those waters in the not too distant future!

[@Tnapvrvideo]

Nice share! Great information! btw, what is the longest boat the chute can accommodate? Thanks!

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Check out this video I produced awhile back which includes a full overview of the Big Chute Marine Railway: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnvRpX2poLJgnbcsi=R2oyFbK7vCSLo5bS

[@hansolo7205]

$150 for my 19ft boat, $50 for 12ft canoe. 2023 price for both Trent and Rideau one way, book early!

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Yup, we only got until the end of March to get the early bird deals!

[@sarahwestmoreland1809]

Thanks for the info! Does that pass include the Big Chute?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

All the locks, all season 👍

[@barney6888]

I'm sure that the people that own these boats, and I'm obviously not one of them, will find the change in the seats of the craft to pay the fees.

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

We have a cat!

[@David13Rome]

Great information. Thanks. I didn't see anything about payment methods. So do I have to pay in cash or can I use a credit card?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Best all them ahead to see what payment they take. Some folks are still a little skittish on handling paper money 🙄

[@shawnwood9875]

When you buy any pass, do you display it somewhere on the boat so the dock hands can see?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

The daily + six day passes are on a slip of paper that one would show to the lock staff when passing through. Fir the annual pass, it's a sticker that goes on the windshield.

[@jamesnelick8574]

Very informative! With the seasonal lockage and mooring permit, WHERE does that entitle you to moor?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

This video only talks about LOCKAGES, and permits mentioned do not include mooring. I will be producing a separate video on that in the coming days 👍

[@ianadkins471]

Great info... thanks! Have you heard any rumors if they will extend the opening past June 1?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

No rumors, as I shared that announcement on my Facebook Page awhile back that ALL Parks Canada's properties as well as the historical canals (TSW, Rideau, etc.) are closed until June 1st.

[@kevinblatter2369]

Using the locks on the Columbia and Snake rivers does not cost anything. When approaching the locks, how do you inform the lock master of the details of your pass?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

I have an upcoming video that looks at how one goes through the locks. The whole process is quite easy actually, as most times we simply drive straight in - no muss, no fuss :-)

[@bigbaytreasure]

Awesome video! Do they require your boat registration and or boat name to receive your your day pass? Also do they check your vessel for all equipment and safety gear?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Yes, they'll ask for registration number, or boat name. No safety checks required and the whole process is very simple and easy.

[@monoskier2112]

Just wondering, what pass do you normally get for the season? Do you change every year? Thanks 😊⛴🚢🛥🛳🚤😎🇨🇦

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Depends on where we are going. If, as in the past two years, we plan on spending lots of time on the Trent Severn Waterway, we'll get the full season's pass. If the destination is Georgian Bay for our summer holidays, we get the six day pass.

[@lkndrifter4003]

How does the mooring along the canal work. That is additional? Also is that the same on all parks Canada waterways

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Mooring is seperate and I'll be posting a video on that in the coming days 👍

[@twopie2]

I'm considering doing a trip with my kayak through the Trent. I have no experience with locks. Will they charge me based on a 12 foot kayak? Do you recommend that I may be better off to portage around the locks?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Yes, 12' is the minimum charge for lock passes. Locking through is not an issue, as we've seen numerous kayaks, canoes and even a guy on a surf board one year!

[@TheBigDumbWhiteGuy]

Question (I realize it's two years after you published this). I see that there must be a 'separate lock permit' if you are towing another craft (dinghy etc). Does this apply if said dinghy is up on Davits on the rear platform or only if it's floating in the water? Similarly if I have a kayak on the bow of the boat will I have to pay a permit to lock through on that craft as well or only the actual watercraft length that is displacing water?

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

The only time one would need a separate lock permit is if that craft is being towed in the water. If it's on the boat, a lift or lashed to the deck, another permit fee isn't required.

[@WildLikeGanja]

Hey do you know if boat launches will open in the next few weeks or if I can launch right now or not? I've been trying to search for info but cant really find anything clear on it. Thanks for the videos Boogaboo!

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

Umm, couldn't tell you that, as I have no idea of where you are located/refering to. I can tell you that our LOCAL launch ramps on Lake Simcoe are not only closed, but have physical barriers in front of them.

[@WildLikeGanja]

@@BoatingWithBoogaboo Haha I'm sorry. I'm in Alliston. I'm about an hr and a half from the east side of simcoe

[@WildLikeGanja]

Yea I've noticed some launches. 😔 just thought maybe you knew. Hopefully it opens up soon. I've fixed everything and upgraded as much as I can and I'm just eager to get on the water !! Lol thanks take care be safe👍

[@BoatingWithBoogaboo]

@@WildLikeGanja We are all eager to get back in the water, but safety comes first. I never thought I'd hear myself say this, but I'm okay with a later launch this year, as we gotta get past the virus, or non of us will be boating for a long time. . . And happy 4/20 ;-)