Michigan Trout Guy 0 Report post Posted March 29, 2005 I know this one is full, but I'd just like to say for the record that I really like this idea, and would like to participate in a future one. Also, the chain letter thing failed to make a connection with me too. MTG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted March 29, 2005 The "mystery box' was sent to Art James, by Global Priority Mail on March 19, 2005. I'm surprised it hasn't arrived. Pat Carroll Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artimus 0 Report post Posted March 30, 2005 Pat, No surprise to me. Just ask steeldrifter how long some things have taken to cross the border. I will bet on early next week. Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted March 30, 2005 Art I'll go to the post office and do some checking also. The flies I got in exchange were really nice I sure like the idea. Hopefully things get moving. Keep me posted. Have a good one, 80 degrees and sunny in Southern Calif. Pat Carroll Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smokeymountainstonefly 0 Report post Posted April 1, 2005 It has taken me two weeks after ship date to get items from Canada. Evidently Canada Post just upgraded to horse and buggy as opposed to foot messangers. Smokey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
siestafred 0 Report post Posted April 1, 2005 Hey Smokey !! As a full-blooded Canadian, I resent that remark. I'll have you know that Canada Post has fully upgraded to a two horse and buggy system, and for next year is planning on adding a couple of stagecoaches to its more popular routes ! So there. My own experience in mailing across the border over the years is that it's usually faster to just ship ordinary parcel post from the US. Go figure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smokeymountainstonefly 0 Report post Posted April 1, 2005 Sorry Siesta!! I did not mean to offend. Look forward to meeting ya and getting you out on the river. Smokey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artimus 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2005 Good news maybe. There is a parcel for pickup at the post office for me. Not sure what it is, but I hope that this is not the swap box. There is a charge of $59.75 on this parcel. Add Note: Just got off the phone, and it is the swap box....Keep your eyes open there Pat because it is on its way back to you. Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted April 5, 2005 Hi Art If the cost is $59.75 for pick up. I'll pass. My cost to mail the package was $6.00. At the rate this 'MYSTERY BOX' is moving, I can expect to be notified this summer some time!!! Have a good one and let's wait for the latest nail biting , postal adventure!!! Is this normal for all out of country postal services? Pat Carroll Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artimus 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2005 Pat, I think what has happened is that customs has pegged the package with a high $$ value or the declared value was to high. If it is returned to sender then the charges will be dropped (I do believe). This sucks either way as it looks like I'm out of this swap. good news though, it showed up right when I said it would! Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted April 5, 2005 Hi Art I talked to the local postal clerks and they thought the package must have been opened by customs, a value was placed on the flies and passed on to you, why who knows. When I get the package back, I will send it again with some suggestions as to what will be a better way. How close do you live to the border, could it be mailed to a friend or family member in the states? I'll keep you posted. Pat Carroll Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
siestafred 0 Report post Posted April 6, 2005 I can suggest another possible solution. As I'm going back to Canada about May 1, send it to me in Sarasota, Florida by then and I'll carry it up and mail it to Art when I get there. Let me know. Fred Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artimus 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2005 As I thought that 'value' was to high. Pat marked it as $30.00 and customs read it as $300.00. As stated it is on its way back to Pat (should be no extra charge). I guess then it could go back in motion from there. Pat to Fred to me, or Pat to the next US swapper and them back to me at the end for this round (due to time in shipping across the border I like this one), it's all good. Just a shame that this great box of flies keeps getting suck in the mail. Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted April 7, 2005 Hi All When I get the flies, I'll ship them out. I haven't heard from the swap meister as to the next person in line. I'll be very prompt in mailing. The flies, as receceived, were very impressive, too bad its been held up. Have a good one, Pat Carroll Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artimus 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2005 Pat, I was so close!!! I had the package in my hands and everything!!! I've waiting on getting swap flies before, but wanting to get into this box is like xmas morning!!! Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
