We're gettin antsy to go on our two week fishing adventure in AB and BC.

I got my passport today. It's my first and makes me feel like I AM SOMEBODY, though an unphotogenic somebody.

Thought you might find this info from the State Department useful. It outlines the travel requirements for Americans:

CANADA ? Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship such as a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, and photo ID required. Minors (under 16) traveling alone or in someone else's custody must present written authorization, signed before a notary, from the parent(s) or guardian. Visas are not required. Canadian immigration officials at ports of entry will issue persons planning to stay longer than 180 days a visitor's record. Anyone with a criminal record (including a DWI charge) should contact the Canadian Embassy or nearest Consulate General before travel. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. For student or business travel, check with the Canadian Embassy, 501 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202/682-1740) or nearest Consulate General: CA (213/346-2701), MI (313/567-2085), NY (212/596-1700 or 716/858-9501), or WA (206/443-1375). Internet: [url=http://www.canadianembassy.org:64c08]www.canadianembassy.org[/url:64c08]