Border News..

[Wia07]

Yes at this time you need a negative Covid test to get back into the US within 72 hrs of your flight. I did a lot of research with at home test kits that the airlines will accept. Suggest you look into a BinaxNow at home kit.

https://store.optum.com/shop/products/abbott-binaxNOW-COVID-19-ag-at-home-test-kit/

They have a kit that you need access for a zoom call. You dial in, they check your ID, watch you perform the test, put you on hold for 15 minutes, and then come back and read the results. They then upload a form to their app that says you are negative and the airlines supposedly will accept the results. I did this yesterday for a test my outfitter here in the states is requiring and it was a breeze. I assume there are also test sites at the airports but one would need to plan ahead on timing and research what is needed.

If you are driving across the border I have heard you do not need a test.

Thanks for the information. This is what I was looking into and now hearing it again makes it reassuring.

 

[JES]

My outfitter is handling the COVID testing needed to return to the US. You might check with yours and see how it’s being handled.

 

[buzzy]

My outfitter is handling the COVID testing needed to return to the US. You might check with yours and see how it’s being handled.

That’s nice. I’m not so lucky.

 

[Short Track]

2 years ago connecting in Montreal was a disaster. I missed my connection. That was without covid testing. This year I have a 4 hour window for the connection. However, I can't imagine any testing or paperwork required in NL, as the flight out of NL is not cross border. I can't imagine what US customs will put us through in Montreal..

I just ordered the test kit, but a fly in lodge will not have internet....

 

[Joseph2186]

Im in same boat, I ordered a kit but was informed wont even have cell phone service.

 

[JES]

I don’t know how many of you are moving through Deer Lake, but they are setting up a mobile lab just to do the AG testing to return to the US.

 

[Joseph2186]

Well thats great news Ive been sweating wondering how I was gonna get home.

 

[Short Track]

I don’t know how many of you are moving through Deer Lake, but they are setting up a mobile lab just to do the AG testing to return to the US.

Do you have anymore information on this ?

 

[JES]

The travel agent booking my flights and hotels gave me a list of places that are preparing to be able to test in the more common cities that hunters pass through. Many of the outfitters already have plans to bring their hunters to the testing sites when they bring them back from the field.

Let me find the email and cut and paste it here.

 

[JES]

This was in the email from my travel agent:

This was posted yesterday to all outfitters…

Covid-19 Testing Businesses in NL​

1. Main Street Medical Center - Collects for Avalon Labs for PCR tests ($195 and 12-48 hours for results) but also do Rapid Antigen test which are accepted in the USA ($75 and results in less than an hour) and located in St. Johns, Marystown, Clarenville, Grand Falls-Windsor, Springdale, Pasadena, Stephenville. They also have a Mobile Unit. Email Brain @ [email protected]or call 709.673.8696.
2. Fit For Work. Corner Brook. 709.632.7676. Cost of COVID Antigen Testing – Travel / person = 125$ plus tax. Cost of Call Out Fee for Stat Holiday is 425$ plus taxor for after regular office hours is 350$ plus tax. This would only be applicable if you are requesting service for a Saturday, Sunday or Statutory Holiday to align with the 72 hour travel requirement for testing.
3. Flower's Cove Hospital# 709-456-2401 Monday to Friday. St. Anthony Hospital Saturday and Sunday. Only PCR and all swabs tested by Avalon Labs in St. Johns.
4. Catalyst Health Solutions: Can swab in Gander and Deer Lake. 709-351-2475 June Tavenor [email protected] https://www.catalysthealthsolutions.ca/
5. Avalon Labs (St. John’s) – 709-726-9345

Hope this helps, good luck, and if I get any further information on any of the companies above or information on any new companies that Im not currently aware of, I will be sure to share.

Cory



Cory Foster

Executive Director

Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters Association (NLOA)

Cell: (709)424-4425

Fax: (709)639-8238

 

[Aginor]

Question: what will they do if you don’t get Covid tested within 72 hours of returning to the US? Deport you from your home back to Canada? Or is it you need a test 72 hours before you drive/fly back?

 

[Short Track]

That's my question. Can they block a US citizen from returning home ??

 

[Hectocotylus]

That's my question. Can they block a US citizen from returning home ??

No they won’t do that. Don’t think you need a test to come into the states as an American.


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[JES]

You need a minimum of an antigen test 72 hours or less prior to coming back. The airline will not allow you to board the plane without it.

As I understand it, if you are driving it is not required.

 

[JES]

Those going to Newfoundland will need to complete this information prior to arrival:

Travel Advice - COVID-19

All travellers are permitted to enter Newfoundland and Labrador. Effective February 28, 2022, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador does not require you to self-isolate or get tested for COVID-19 upon arrival, or complete the Travel Form.

travel-declaration.nlchi.nl.ca

Everyone going into Canada will need to download the Arrive Canada app and upload your vaccine card and your PCR test results to get approval to board your flight into Canada.

Not sure if those driving across need to use the app not, I assume so.

 

[JES]

No they won’t do that. Don’t think you need a test to come into the states as an American.


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That’s not accurate since Biden took office.

Current administration requires a minimum of an antigen test to return to the US, if flying.

 

[Hectocotylus]

That’s not accurate since Biden took office.

Current administration requires a minimum of an antigen test to return to the US, if flying.

Sorry I was thinking driving.


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[Short Track]

Here's the deal. If you are Covid positive, no airline is letting you on a plane. Period ended.

Driving across the border... I can't see how they can prevent you from coming home as a citizen.

 

[Joseph2186]

Anyone going to be in Deerlake on the 24th?

 

[ozyclint]

That's my question. Can they block a US citizen from returning home ??

Australia has blocked citizens from returning. There has been thousands of citizens all over the world trying to get home for the last 18 months.
They should have been Olympians.