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Orrrr… fricken sharks with lasers....

DO NOT SHOOT AT THE DRONE!!!!!! (as tempting/fun as it would be) You would create so many new problems for yourself. Get as much detail as possible about it, where it came from, direction of flight etc. Report all to local police, also Transport Canada has online reporting tools. The base for it can't be that far away unless it's some sort of Gov't drone, which I doubt it was. If you're going to "shoot" at it... try a high pressure water stream. The potato gun idea is interesting. But have to watch velocities so you don't enter into criminal code territory. Sean http://www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/aviation/drone-safety/flying-drone-safely-legally.html#permission Rules for recreational drones To fly a recreational drone (or model aircraft), you must follow the safety rules in the Interim Order Respecting the Use of Model Aircraft. Review these rules before flying a drone for fun, if the drone weighs over 250 g and under 35 kg. If your drone is 250 g or less, read our tips for flying safe. Following the safety rules helps keep people, aircraft and property safe. If you fly where you are not allowed or you break the rules below, you could be fined up to $3,000. Fly your drone: below 90 m above the ground at least 30 m away from vehicles, vessels and the public (if your drone weighs over 250 g and up to 1 kg) at least 76 m away from vehicles, vessels and the public (if your drone weighs over 1 kg and up to 35 kg) at least 5.6 km away from aerodromes (any airport, seaplane base or area where aircraft take off and land) at least 1.9 km away from heliports or aerodromes used by helicopters only outside of controlled or restricted airspace at least 9 km away from a natural hazard or disaster area away from areas where its use could interfere with police or first responders during the day and not in clouds within your sight at all times within 500 m of yourself only if clearly marked with your name, address and telephone number You are exempt from these rules if you are at a field or event approved by the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada. http://www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/aviation/drone-safety/proposed-rules-drones-canada.html

Rupe and I at last years event. Thanks to the generosity of FS'ers We surpassed our $500, $600, $700 goals. Now pushing for $800. Thanks all!!!!!

Thanks Tim!! Appreciated very much... new goal.. again!!

Great pic!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

I did!! Very generous, thank you so much!

Thanks!!!!!

Thanks @Poncho dogs, eh?!?!

Thanks @Frostynuts!!!! Loved the message BTW!! Me too!!

Thanks @irv !! You're always there helping each year!!!!

A late start this year... but.... !Every year Rupert and I raise funds to give back to the organization that saved his life and enriched mine. I know money is tight and I don't want anyone to feel any pressure to donate. We are accepting positive thoughts and comments as well!!! As many know, Rupert was hit by a car Christmas eve 2009. I found him while on duty Christmas morning. He was in the median of the 401 and had been there so long his body heat melted the ice and snow leaving him in a puddle of water. Despite several broken bones in his left rear leg and a blown out right rear knee he did not whimper, bark or bite when I picked him up. I could hear his bones grinding... but he was tough!! and stubborn...soooo very stubborn. A plea for his owner went out... he was only about a year old and obviously some ones pet. Turned out he was owned by a violent drug dealer who used to beat on him (drug dealer burned to death in deal gone bad 6mnths later). The plea brought in enough donations to fix Rupert's injuries and with the donation of an amazing rehab vet, Dr Cherie White he learned to walk again!! He can now chase down rabbits and squirrels!!! Please add your own stories to this thread as well!!! I've attached the donation site... They finally accept PayPal this year!! You guys have helped me raise the most money each year since I've started. I can't thank you enough for that!!!!! ! I've attached the donation site... This year they finally accept PayPal!!! You guys have helped me raise the most money each year since I've started. I can't thank you enough for that!!!!! Donations here > https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-kingston-humane-society/p2p/bigpaws2018/page/sean-and-rupert-giving-back/ From a local media interview: The story of Rupert “Rupert was struck by a car early Christmas morning 2009 on a bleak stretch of the 401 highway just west of Kingston. The stalwart Lab was found in a ditch where he'd dragged himself after suffering severe injuries to both hind legs, including a shattered femur and badly torn ligaments. OPP officer, Sean McCaffrey was directed to the dog by a passerby. "After being flagged down, I followed the small trail of blood to the dog who, having lain there long enough to melt the snow and ice beneath him, was shivering in a pool of frigid water," said McCaffrey. "Rupert did not whine or growl when I approached him. He shivered and wagged his tail and gobbled some food and allowed me to cover him with my coat and hold him to warm him." Rupert was transported to the Kingston Regional Pet Hospital. The next morning, Boxing Day, brought a sad turn to the dog's story. It seemed that Rupert's injuries might be too severe to be successfully operable. The afternoon of the 26th saw an improved prognosis for Rupert, with recovery possible although amputation of one leg likely. Rupert's comfort was a priority throughout the evaluation period and he was kept pain-free and at ease. Rupert's case was then brought to the attention of Dr. Parker and the Ottawa orthopedic surgeon agreed to assess Rupert at Alta Vista. Not only did Dr. Parker think he could help the dog, he believed that both legs could be saved. So the young dog made the trip from Kingston to Ottawa late on the 29th and spent the morning of the 30th being assessed. Following the exam, Dr. Parker began surgery to pin and plate the broken femur and repair the torn ligaments in the other leg. "I spoke with Dr. Parker, a veterinarian orthopedic surgeon at Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Ottawa. He has fully assessed Rupert and he feels the prognosis for Rupert is quite good," said Janice Saunders, president of the Kingston Humane Society, in a release dated December 30th. "The current plan is to repair Rupert's fractured left hip. Damage to the cruciate ligament in the right hind leg was also detected and Dr. Parker is repairing this injury during [the] surgery as well." The following morning Rupert underwent a final surgery to adjust the plate and pins and then spent the next five days resting and recovering from the successful but arduous surgery. When Rupert was first brought to the emergency clinic in Kingston he was a stray with no identifiable owner. The Kingston Humane Society sent out a plea to locate Rupert's owner, unsure of the dog's future and seeking a reunion. The community responded immediately offering concern and financial support for the dog.” . VID 00012-20110128-0934.3GP VID 00016-20110422-1810.3GP

First... to clear things up. There is no actual "distracted driving" charge. Its the fancy catch all name for using phones, eating, reading etc... anything that removes your focus from the rd. Now...for the actual question. No, no such charge. There is a careless boating offence as well as failing to keep a proper watch.

Lmfao!!!

There is no specific age limit as long as she is secure with proper helmet. The tank could be considered "crowding the driver" by a more...umm...strict copper.

Wasn't asking about the pomp and circumstance. Just asking why the criticism because he didn't make efforts, yet criticism when he does make efforts. Seems confusing and that video is irrelevant to my question. In the, truthfully it matters not to me either way. Was just a curiosity. It does seem @Zambroski explanation on the surface makes sense. The anti Trump group seem to be a a point where nothing he does will make them happy... There will always be a "well, yeah..but..."

Ok... honest/serious question. I thought anti Trump hated the war of words between Trump and NK. felt he was just inciting. Now that there is progress anti Trump hate what he's done. Saying it's too much? What am I missing here? Legit question....

Should've fired him after the incident with that kind of evidence. Should also be made to repay the salary if he loses his job in the upcoming hearing.

You're using muscular power as part of the process. You're not actually driving it, so I'd suggest no.

As they fall under the definition of vessel, yes it is technically possible to be charged with impaired.

No. To be charged with impaired the vehicle must be driven or propelled by anything OTHER THAN muscular power. However, should you be drunk riding a bike in public (off private property) you be arrested and fined for public intoxication and depending on the circumstances held until sober.

Just me or that article painful to read?? Hardly a professional piece...

Uh oh... this doesn't sound great... feel free to PM if you need/want..

Too bad they got the tickets but the pressure comes from way up the line. And really, if the strap isn't on securely you might as well not even bother wearing the helmet.

Where do I begin?!?!?! There are many.. reflex reflectors on all four corners facing outward, tire pressures, lights on at all times, brakes etc.... Then you have UTV/side by side. Standards for windshields, seat belts, width, power etc... Here's what I want to see: Helmet (on AND done up properly), "proper" speed, lights on, passenger compliance. Paperwork if I stop you. Do I really care about stickers that get chewed up the first few times through a dense trail.. NOPE! (unless you convince me to care.. 😉 ). I can only think of one or two officers that may actually look for those. Neither work the trails anymore. Don't knock stupidity!! It feeds my family!!!