Date: Fri, 8 Jul 2005 09:37:32 -0700
Reply-To: Zoltan <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET>
Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From: Zoltan <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET>
Subject: NO BORDERS IN EUROPE, WE DON'T NEED NO STEENKING BADGES!!!!!
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It would be even better if the border crossings would be as it is here in
the US where you cross one state going into an other, having no border
posts. Well, the last time I toured Europe it was a delightful surprise to
see no border posts and change no money every time. Traveling in Europe has
become a great pleasure, including the fact that they don't call the police
if you park your car in front of someone's house and stay there for the
night. Or anywhere for that matter.
But, as we all see, the progress of peace is not possible until tribes in
the world become much more similar with respect to small differences and
with similar economic standards.
It was, and still is, a problem there and continues to be a task to even the
differences in those countries with huge investments into infrastructures.
The same has been started from here towards Mexico and the Central American
countries. Very much of an uphill battle since those countries are third
world economies with no real infrastructure to speak of. They are closer to
the men of the jungle in standards than to us.
Did not mean to write this much, but it is interesting to see why countries
control borders or elect not to. It is a puzzle why the Mexican border is
not controlled, causing so much trouble.
Now, that's enough. It is getting too long.
Zoltan
The use of the same currency is a big help for the travellers.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Greg Potts" <Greg@POTTSFAMILY.CA>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, July 08, 2005 5:03 AM
Subject: WE DON'T NEED NO STEENKING BADGES!!!!!
> Hi Volks,
>
> You don't need a passport, either. Just is a reminder to the list
> that crossing the Canada/US border still does not require a passport.
> Border guards only require that US or Canadian citizens provide proof
> of citizenship such as a birth certificate and photo ID. A passport
> requirement is being proposed for vehicle crossings to take effect
> DECEMBER 31st, 2007; but until then a passport is not needed, unless
> your're from somewhere else. Heck, last time I crossed the border
> they didn't even ask for my paperwork... They must be getting used to
> me now.
>
> So take the opportunity to cross the worlds longest undefended border
> with the least paperwork possible while you still can. Buses Of The
> Corn is coming up in just 4 weeks. (August 5-7th, 2005) There's more
> going on At BOTC 2005 than ever before:
>
> - Burrito Breakfast
> - Swap Meet
> - Tie Dye Workshop
> - Driving Challenge
> - Lots of Kids activities.
> - Pot Luck Dinner and Corn Roast
> - Campfires on Friday and Saturday - Bring your instrument for the
> campfire Jam!
>
> We're in the same great location as ever at Heber Down Conservation
> Area just north of Whitby Ontario Canada; about half an hour's drive
> east of Toronto. By popular request this year we're bringing in
> additional "industrial grade comfort stations". Please remember to
> bring your own drinking water and bring along some firewood if
> possible, and some quarters to operate the showers. Electrical
> hookups are extremely limited at BOTC and will be allocated on the
> basis of medical necessity. It's only two nights, so come on out to
> BOTC and try roughing it a bit for a change in a campground without a
> guard at the gate and lines painted on the ground.
>
> If you want more information please email me or visit the website at
> http://www.busesofthecorn.com
>
> Official Event T-shirt information will be coming soon... There will
> also be inexpensive plain white T's for sale at the tie dye event.
>
> Happy trails,
>
> Greg Potts
> Toronto, Ontario, Canada
>
> 1973/74/79 Westfakia Conversion **Bob the Tomato** LY3H
> 1977 Sunroof Automatic L63H/L90D
> http://www.pottsfamily.ca/westfakia
> http://www.busesofthecorn.com
>
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