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QUÉBECNAUTIQUE
MAGAZINE
2016 EDITION
16 itineraries throughout the
Quebec Nautical Station Network.
3 destinations not to miss on
the water.
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Quebec map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02
Boating and nautical leisure: an asset for Quebecers . . . . . . . . 04
Destination Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Not to miss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Quick tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Quebec Nautical Station, a quality label for the destination . . 09
Ottawa River Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
JULY 9 AND 10 , 2016
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ACROSS QUÉBEC
Lac Saint-François Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Lac des Deux-Montagnes Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rive-Sud Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rivière Richelieu Sud – Lac Champlain Nautical Station . . . . . . . . 18
Vallée-du-Richelieu Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Lac Saint-Pierre Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
MORE THAN 100 EVENTS TO DISCOVER CLOSE TO HOME.
Sailing • Boating • Kayaking • Introductory Navigation Lesson • Cruises
Canoeing • Kitesurfing • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Open House
Rabaska • Dragon-Boat • Beach Party • Swimming • Rafting • Canyoning
Animation for the whole family • Festivities in various marinas • And more…
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editor
We are a promotional tool for boaters,
local or visitors. We are Québec Nautique
Magazine. We bring a different format to
Quebec nautical tourism destinations.
With its dynamic and inspiring contents, our
magazine offers you lively and fresh
contents on the widespread and varied
activities and services offered in our
Province.
You will find a large array of itineraries
suggestions for each of the 16 Nautical
Stations in Quebec, plus you’ll learn about
the many facets of boating, from being a
professional sailor to our recommendations
on boating safety.
We are proud to present you this new
publication! The Quebec Marine Association
(QMA) welcomes you to its pages and
invites you to a whole new world that is
yours to discover.
Rimouski-Mitis Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Haute-Gaspésie Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Gaspé Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Fjord-du-Saguenay Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Ariane Bourgeois
Director - Quebec Nautical Stations
Haute-Côte-Nord Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Olivia Arbour
Project Manager & Assistant Director Quebec Nautical Stations
Lac-Saint-Jean Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Manicouagan Nautical Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
A look on a marine profession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
How it works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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QUÉBEC NAUTIQUE MAGAZINE
COVER PHOTO CREDIT : MATHIEU DUPUIS.
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Rivière des Outaouais
Lac Saint-François
Lac des Deux-Montagnes
Rive-Sud
Nautical Stations
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Rivière Richelieu Sud – Lac Champlain
Vallée-du-Richelieu
Lac-Saint-Pierre
Québec-Lévis
Baie-Comeau
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(discover more on page 9)
Lac Témiscouata
Rimouski-Mitis
Haute-Gaspésie
Gaspé
Fjord du Saguenay
Lac-Saint-Jean
Haute-Côte-Nord
Manicouagan
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Sainte-Anne-des-Monts
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Matane
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Gaspé
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Obedjwan
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Roberval
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Rimouski
Saguenay
Tadoussac
Rivière-du-loup
La Malbaie
La Tuque
Bonaventure
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Témiscouata-sur-le-lac
Cap-aux-Meules
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Québec
Saint-Michel-des-Saints
Shawinigan
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Trois-Rivières
Thetford Mines
Mont-Tremblant
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Gatineau
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Montréal
Sorel
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Saint-Anicet Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
Magog
Gatineau – Montréal : 207 km
Montréal – Québec : 263 km
Québec – Tadoussac : 337 km
Québec – Gaspé : 696 km
DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT
BOATING, A VIBRANT INDUSTRY
Boating and nautical activities
are important assets to Quebec’s economy
Covered by more than 22% of water with more than 500,000 lakes and 4,500 rivers, Québec has a lot to offer for boating and
nautical activities. For comparison’s sake, the province’s waterways would come out to the equivalent of Germany. Some 85%
of Quebec’s population live within 20 km of a body of water; many have actually grown up "on the water". The fact is that for
the majority of Quebecers, maritime culture is a constant in their lives. And 40% of them practice at least one nautical activity
each year. Some enjoy swimming or boating at the cottage and many others like to engage in sports fishing or more adventurous activities such as white-river rafting.
The map on page 2 and 3 shows
an overview of nautical leisure
activities offered in the different
regions of Québec
Apart from all this “blue” coloring our maps, residents as well as tourists can benefit
from the pleasures of the water due to numerous leisure companies offering various
nautical services. Cruise lines, excursions, retailers, manufacturers, sailing businesses,
scuba diving specialists , water-skiing schools, rental shops, marinas, nautical clubs,
beaches, interpretation centers and marine museums are among the many partners
in an industry contributing to boating and nautical activities. They most certainly add to
Quebecers’ and visitors’ quality of life. Guides, charter captains, boat sales representatives, nautical sports schools, marina operators and other professionals work together
with fantastic dedication to provide memorable experiences for their clientele.
PHOTO CREDITS : VILLE DE ROBERVAL
The Club Nautique Roberval,
an outstanding Eco Friendly Marina
We live today in an ever changing environment where human activity can have negative consequences. Organizations and the
general population are invited to modify their behaviour and habits to try and minimize the potentially harmful effects they may
have on the environment. In recent years, various measures have been implemented to incite us to adopt “greener” practices. The
boating industry has been part of this. Thanks to the Clean Marine Program in Ontario and British Columbia and the Eco-Marina
Certification of Quebec, marinas have been invited to engage in more eco-friendly management operations. Whether it is in boat
maintenance, pump-out stations or the dock management and supply procedures, marina operators have committed to provide
environmentally friendly settings and services. Many marinas distinguish themselves in that regard. It is the case of the Club
Nautique Roberval. Due to their efforts to fulfill the requirements of the Quebec Marine Association (QMA) program, they obtained
the highest rating of 5 Eco Drops for 2015. Last November, Boating Ontario (founder of the Clean Marine Program) chose the Club
Nautique Roberval as the Eco-Marina by Excellence Award for Quebec. This prestigious Award has tremendous value for the marinas
troughout Ontario, British Columbia and Quebec. In 2014, the Club de Voile Deux-Montagnes obtained it 5th Eco Drop, making it
the first marina to access to the highest ranking in the Eco-Marina Program.
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PHOTO CREDITS : ÉTIENNE BOISVERT
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NOT TO MISS
QUICK TIPS
3 destinations to discover
on the water
Safe Boating: The how-to
Whether on a holiday or a night off, with your friends or your family, from sailing to motor boating, water related activities are
always fun. While enjoying a good time on your boat, risks of accident can easily be neglected. Make the best of your time
onboard by following these simple safety rules.
SAINT-MICHEL-DES-SAINTS
PHOTO CREDITS : MICHEL LEBLANC.
PHOTO CREDITS : LOUISE CHAMPOUX.
MAGOG
Head for the Eastern Townships. Put your
sights, more precisely, on the town of
Magog, for a day of pure fun on the
water. Lake Memphremagog is for you
to discover. Some 42 km long, its scenery will leave you breathless, its beaches
will win you every time. It is a dream
destination for nautical sport lovers. It’s all
there. Hop on your water skis and get it
on!
PHOTO CREDITS : SDPRM.
Located in the wonderful Lanaudière
region, Saint-Michel-des-Saints is an ideal
destination for those who want to experience nature at its best. Make the best
of it on superb land sites before you
launch your boat at the Lake Taureau
Municipal Camping. With its 95 km2,
Lake Taureau is unique as far as natural
settings are concerned for boaters. With
beaches second to none and its regional
park, Lake Taureau will win you every
time with its breathtaking vistas. Explore
its islands; stop at its deserted shores, let
time passes you by without a worry in
the world!
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PHOTO CREDITS : BATEAUX PRINCECRAFT.
BONAVENTURE
You plan on spending some vacation
time in the Gaspésie? Go to Bonaventure! It is a fantastic way to spend a day
on the water, sailing or motoring. As a
part of the exclusive club of some of the
most beautiful bays in the world, the
Baie-des-Chaleurs is not to be missed. It
offers a superb natural sandy shore and
temperate waters. Surf its waves, enjoy
its fantastic settings along its shores,
breathe in its salt water air or get in a
canoe for an exceptional fishing trip for
salmons on the Bonaventure River.
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Ask a Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons
volunteer for a courtesy check. Apart from
discussing general boating issues, he will inspect
the safety equipment and other requirements
as well as identify any problems.
Check the weather before your outings.
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Be aware of the route and lake features or
equip yourself with the appropriate maps.
Put on your personal floating device (PFD) and
make sure everyone on board wears theirs.
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If you are the captain of the ship, follow the
zero alcohol policy! The fact is, alcohol affects
you even more when you are boating because
of the pitch and roll motion of the boat.
Always keep your Nautiguide onboard. Including
the complete Safe Boating Guide, the
Nautiguide also refers you to a detailed list of
marinas in Quebec as well as some nautical
charts.
Stay safe and have fun!
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NAUTICAL STATIONS
Quebec Nautical Station,
a quality label for your destinations
In Quebec, the boating and nautical leisure industry has a very strong presence in recreational sector. Boating is growing in
popularity as every inland body of water has its share of summer-long nautical activities. Smaller bodies of water are often
more oriented towards fishing, canoeing or swimming while larger ones offer countless opportunities as much as being
considered as separate destinations!
The Quebec Nautical Station program was implemented in 2007 in order to promote and give recognition to these destinations. With 16 widespread destinations created today and known as "Nautical Stations", the Quebec Nautical Stations network
keeps growing. Sailing, power boating, kayaking, scuba diving, water skiing, windsurfing, cruises and whale watching are only a
few of the of the activities offered in these destinations. You will find in each many attractions like training schools, rental
shops, excursionists, museums and interpretation centers and other service providers.
The "Nautical Station" accreditation stands as a quality label for each destination, with regards to the services and nautical
activities offered and the ease of access of the information on these destinations. This voluntary-based program constitutes
a key component in the promotion of nautical tourism-oriented regions.
Visit the upcoming pages to discover thee 16 Nautical Stations.
WWW.QUEBECSTATIONSNAUTIQUES.COM
PHOTO CREDITS : TOURISME QUÉBEC - CHRISTIAN SAVARD ET TOURISME QUÉBEC - MARC LOISELLE.
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A DAY IN THE RIVIÈRE DES OUTAOUAIS NAUTICAL STATION
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♦♦ Your day paddling or sailing on the
water. Rent a canoe, a stand up
paddle or a windsurfer at the École de
Voile de l’Outaouais (EVO) for an
expedition of 1 or 3 hours. [ 01 ]
♦♦ By car, drive to Gatineau City Center
and have lunch at one of the many
restaurants.
ABOUT THE NAUTICAL STATION
Rivière des
Outaouais
01
♦♦ Continue on to the Canadian
Museum of History Site and take the
"Au feel de l’eau" Aqua-taxi to cross to
the Ottawa shore side. [ 02 ]
♦♦ While in Ottawa, rent a bike on the
Rideau Canal and follow the Rideau
River and Rideau Canal Loop for 22
kilometers. Enjoy your time and admire
the Rideau Canal National Historic Site
and Gatineau’s stunning Landscape. [ 03 ]
♦♦ Return your bike to the boutique
and head back to Gatineau with the
Aqua-taxi. Hit the road and head
towards Lake Leamy for the evening.
Enjoy the views and a gourmet dinner
at the Casino. [ 04 ]
LOCATION
Outaouais region. Covers the Ottawa River
from Fassett to Rapides-des-Joachims.
AREA
2 086 km2
École de Voile de l’Outaouais (EVO)
www.cvgr.qc.ca/evo
Gatineau
819 682-6304
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Au feel de l’eau
www.aufeeldeleau.ca
Gatineau
819 329-2413
03
Rent-a-bike
www.rentabike.ca
Ottawa
613 241-4140
04
Casino du Lac-Leamy
www.casinosduquebec.com/lacleamy
Gatineau
819 772-2100
PHOTO CREDITS : ÉCOLE DE VOILE DE L’OUTAOUAIS (EVO), BENOIT CECILE, MARIE-ANDRÉE BLAIS PHOTOGRAPHE ET FESTIVAL DE MONTGOLFIÈRES DE GATINEAU.
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A DAY IN THE LAC SAINT-FRANÇOIS NAUTICAL STATION
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Lac
Saint-François
01
♦♦ Start your day sunbathing in
St-Zotique. Enjoy the beach, jump in
the water or paddle onboard a kayak
rented onsite. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Head towards Les Coteaux and
embark, by foot or by bike, on the
Navark water shuttle from the municipal dock. The "Bateau-Mouche" boat
will bring you up to the Delpha-Sauvé
Park in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. [ 02 ]
♦♦ Settle down at one of the city
center terraces and savour a delicious
meal in the open air. Walk along the
park and the beauharnois Canal to
admire the picturesque views of the
Lake Saint-François. [ 03 ]
♦♦ Then, visit the National Historic Site
of Coteau-du-Lac to learn more about
the first lock-integrated canal in Canada
and its fort. End your afternoon on a
high note by participating in one of the
nature-oriented activities of the site. [ 04 ]
♦♦ Hop back on the water shuttle
towards Les Coteaux; the last departure
is at 2pm.
LOCATION
Montérégie region, bordering the United
States and Ontario.
AREA
743 km2
Saint-Zotique beach
www.st-zotique.com/plage
Saint-Zotique
450 267-3003
02
Navark
www.navark.ca
Les Coteaux / Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
514 871-8356
03
Vieux Canal de Beauharnois
www.vieuxcananl.com
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
450 373-6557
04
Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/coteaudulac.aspx
Coteau-du-Lac
450 763-5631
PHOTO CREDITS : TOURISME SUROIT, NAVARK, MARC LOISELLE.
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A DAY IN THE LAC DES DEUX-MONTAGNES NAUTICAL STATION
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Lac des
Deux-Montagnes
♦♦ Spend your morning at the Oka
National Park. Swim in the lake or
sunbathe on the beach and then rent
a stand up paddle board (SUP) to test
your balance across the waves. Look
for an ideal picnic area and delight
yourself. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Head towards the Sainte-Anne-deBellevue Canal National Historic Site.
Stroll along the boardwalk and observe
the boats entering the locks or admire
the remains of the first canal. [ 02 ]
♦♦ At the end of the day, walk along
Saint-Anne Street and visit the
boutiques before settling down on one
of the terraces bordering the canal to
savour a delicious meal.
LOCATION
Spread amongst the Montérégie region,
Montreal, Laval and the Laurentians. Covering
the Lake of Deux-Montagnes between
Pointe-Fortune, Perrot Isle and DeuxMontagnes.
AREA
373 km2
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Oka National Park
www.sepaq.com/oka
Oka
450 479-8365
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue Canal National Historic Site
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/annedebellevue.aspx
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
514 457-5546
PHOTO CREDITS : COLETTE TOUSSAINT, CENTRE DE FORMATION AQUANAUTE, ENVIRO KAYAK ET AEROSPORT.
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A DAY IN THE RIVE-SUD NAUTICAL STATION
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♦♦ Spend the morning at the Sainte-
Catherine Récré-O-Parc. Enjoy the
beach and walk or rollerblade along the
asphalted trails. [ 01 ]
♦♦ After lunch, head to Cap-sur-Mer in
Longueuil to participate in one of the
half-day sea kayak excursions offered
by Enviro Kayak. [ 02 ]
♦♦ End the day in Boucherville and
embark onboard a Navark boat for
their 7:00pm wine and cheese cruise
for a 3-hour trip. [ 03 ]
♦♦ Share a family picnic on one of the
picnic tables available in the park.
LOCATION
Rive-Sud
Montérégie region. Covering the St.
Lawrence River sections between SainteCatherine and Verchères, on the south
shore of Montreal.
AREA
138 km2
01
Récré-O-Parc Ville de Saint-Catherine
www.recreoparc.org
Sainte-Catherine
450 635-3011
02
Enviro Kayak
www.envirokayak.com
Longueuil
450 403-0509
03
Navark
www.navark.ca
Boucherville
514 871-8356
PHOTO CREDITS : PORT DE PLAISANCE RÉAL-BOUVIER, RÉCRÉ-O-PARC VILLE DE SAINTE-CATHERINE, JEAN-FRANÇOIS HAMELIN, NAVARK ET JEAN-SÉBASTIEN PERRON.
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Rivière Richelieu
Sud - Lac Champlain
A DAY IN THE RIVIÈRE RICHELIEU SUD - LAC CHAMPLAIN NAUTICAL
STATION
♦♦ Start the day with a guided tour of
Fort Lennox. Immerse yourself in the
surroundings of this national historical
site. Bring lunch and have a picnic in the
Fort’s park and enjoy the fauna and
flora at the same time. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Next fun stop will be at Camping
Plage Champlain in Venise-en-Québec
for an unforgettable afternoon. Kayaks,
pedal boats, kids’ playgrounds and
beach volleyball are among the many
activities offered. [ 02 ]
♦♦ Top the day on a high note on a
cruise with Croisières du Lac Champlain.
You will love the three service meal
offered from 18h30 to 21h30 while
admiring the sunset. All this is accompanied by live music! [ 03 ]
LOCATION
Montérégie region, with the Richelieu River
from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu up to the part
of Lake Champlain in Quebec, namely
Missisquoi Bay.
AREA
419 km2
01
Fort Lennox National Historic Site
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/lennox.aspx
Saint-Paul-de-l’Île-aux-Noix
450 291-5700
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Camping Plage Champlain
www.campingchamplain.com
Venise-en-Québec
450 244-5317
03
Croisières du Lac Champlain
www.venisesurlelac.com/croisieres
Venise-en-Québec
450 244-5244
PHOTO CREDITS : CENTRE DE VILLÉGIATURE VENISE-SUR-LE-LAC, TOURISME SAINT-JEAN-SUR-RICHELIEU ET RÉGION, ROGER & DOUG HARWOOD – AMERICAS HISTORIC LAKES ET JEAN-SÉBASTIEN ROY.
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A DAY IN THE VALLÉE-DU-RICHELIEU NAUTICAL STATION
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Vallée-du-Richelieu
LOCATION
♦♦ Begin your discovery of the Valléedu-Richelieu Nautical Station by taking a
brunch cruise, offered by Croisières
Vallée-du-Richelieu, onboard the
Aventure I. Departing from Beloeil for a
total of 2 hours and a half (10:00-12:30),
you will definitely enjoy the incredible
scenery of the Richelieu River while
delighting yourself with a hearty
breakfast. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Take the wheel and head towards
Chambly by following the touristic signs
for the Route du Richelieu. On your
way, you will have about 20 minutes
of breathtaking views to admire. [ 02 ]
♦♦ After arriving in Chambly, rent a
personal watercraft at the rental center
Location de Motomarines Sports
Chambly for one hour. Enjoy yourself –
in a secure way – in the Chambly Basin
and the Richelieu River before returning
your rental. [ 03 ]
♦♦ Head towards the Chambly Canal
where you will be able to take a walk
while watching boats go by and see
the intriguing work of a lock master. [ 04 ]
♦♦ Then, spend the rest of your
afternoon at the Fort Chambly National
Historic Site where you will get a taste
of the history of New France. [ 05 ]
♦♦ End your adventure at the Fourquet
Fourchette restaurant to savour a meal
prepared with delicious local products. [ 06 ]
Montérégie region. Covering the Richelieu
River section from Chambly to Saint-Ours.
AREA
418 km2
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03
Croisières Vallée-du-Richelieu
www.venisesurlelac.com/croisiere-vallee-du-richelieu
Beloeil
450 813-9988
Route du Richelieu
www.routedurichelieu.ca
Location Motomarine Sport Chambly
www.motomarinechambly.com
Chambly
450 447-0617
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Chambly Canal National Historic Site
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/chambly.aspx
Chambly
450 658-4381
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Fort Chambly National Historic Site
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/fortchambly.aspx
Chambly
450 658-1585
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Fourquet Fourchette
www.fourquet-fourchette.com
Chambly
450 447-6370
PHOTO CREDITS : CENTRE DE VILLÉGIATURE VENISE-SUR-LE-LAC, PARCS CANADA, CLD TOURISME VALLÉE-DU-RICHELIEU ET VILLE DE CHAMBLY.
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A DAY IN THE LAC SAINT-PIERRE NAUTICAL STATION
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Lac
Saint-Pierre
♦♦ You can start with the Pourvoirie
Domaine du Lac-Saint-Pierre and enjoy
a 3 hours discovery trip in the islands
and marshes of Lake Saint-Pierre. Your
guide who is passionate about nature’s
wonders in the area will show you this
unique environment which is part of
the UNESCO’s World Biosphere Reserve.
♦♦ Next, have a great lunch in TroisRivières as there are many fine restaurants to choose from. You are also
close to the Club Multivoile 4 Saisons
for a two hours catamaran sailing basic
course. It is a lot of fun in a great
location. [ 02 ]
♦♦ End the day with a visit at the Parc
de l’ïle Saint-Quentin and enjoy the
beach as well as a visit of the interpretation pathway. [ 03 ]
[ 01 ]
LOCATION
Regions of Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec,
Lanaudière and Mauricie. All of Lake SaintPierre from Contrecœur to Deschaîllons on
the South shore and from Lavaltrie to
Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade on the North
shore.
AREA
5 392 km2
01
Pourvoirie Domaine du Lac St-Pierre
www.domainelacstpierre.com
Louiseville
819 228-8819
02
Club Multivoile 4 Saisons
www.multivoile.com
Trois-Rivières
819 377-5454
03
Parc de l’Île Saint-Quentin
www.ilesaintquentin.com
Trois-Rivières
819 373-8151
PHOTO CREDITS : SERGE HOULE, SYLVIE L'HEUREUX, SIMON MÉNARD ET ANDRÉE BERNET.
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A DAY IN THE QUÉBEC-LÉVIS NAUTICAL STATION
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♦♦ In Baie-de-Beauport, you will be
able to start off your day with a
2-hour introductory windsurfing lesson.
An experimented instructor will teach
you the basics of this sport and their
passion will most definitely rub off on
you! [ 01 ]
♦♦ Why not reserve the equipment for
an additional hour and test out your
new skills?
♦♦ Profit from the various food trucks
at the Baie-de-Beauport to fill your
stomach with comfort food and make
it an afternoon at the beach.
Québec-Lévis
♦♦ Head to the Chouinard dock and
admire the scenery. At 6:30pm, you
will be able to embark onboard the
AML Louis Joliet. From 7:00pm to
11:00pm, you will sail on the St.
Lawrence River and enjoy an impressive
view of the province’s capital. A DJ will
also immerse you into a festive
atmosphere! [ 02 ]
LOCATION
Geographical location: Québec and
Chaudière-Appalaches regions. Covering
both sides of the St. Lawrence River
between Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent and
Grosse Île.
AREA
3 010 km2
01
02
Baie-de-Beauport
www.baiedebeauport.com
Québec
418 266-0722
Croisières AML - AML Louis Joliet
www.croisieresaml.com
Québec
1 866 856-6668
PHOTO CREDITS : MATHIEU BELANGER, JEAN-PIERRE HUARD, CROISIÈRES AML, JEAN-FRANÇOIS BERGERON – ENVIRO FOTO ET CAMIRAND.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE LAC TÉMISCOUATA NAUTICAL STATION
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Lac
Témiscouata
♦♦ Make it an early morning for a
speckled trout fishing outing. From
7:00am to 3:00pm, depart from the
Notre-Dame-du-Lac Marina, and an
experimented fishing guide from the
Excursion de Pêche Lac Témiscouata
will take you around the lake for you to
discover the joys of fishing. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Bring your lunch to fill yourself up
between two casts!
♦♦ After the tour, head to the outdoor
recreational center beach and enjoy
the site installations. Swim in the lake,
play volleyball or relax on the beach for
a sunbathing session. [ 02 ]
♦♦ Take the opportunity to stroll around
the lake on a pedal boat or a kayak
rented onsite. Grab a quick bite at the
canteen or settle down at one of the
marina’s restaurants to end your day
on a high note.
LOCATION
Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Covering the
entire Lake Témiscouata including the lakes
and rivers that flow into it.
AREA
870 km2
01
02
Excursion de pêche Lac Témiscouata
www.pechelactemiscouata.com
Notre-Dame-du-Lac
1 877 906-3692
Centre Plein Air de Notre-Dame-du-Lac
www.campingmarina.com
Notre-Dame-du-Lac
418 899-6820
PHOTO CREDITS : MRC DE TÉMISCOUATA - ALAIN TARDIF, CLAUDE BOURGOUIN ET ROGER GRANDMAISON.
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NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE RIMOUSKI-MITIS NAUTICAL STATION
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Rimouski-Mitis
LOCATION
♦♦ Brighten your morning by visiting the
Site historique maritime de la Pointeau-Père in Rimouski. Take a minimum
of three hours to visit and discover the
hidden treasures of the Onondaga
submarine, the museum of The
Empress of Ireland shipwreck and the
Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Stop by one of the city’s restaurants
for a light lunch and head to the
Marina de Rimouski where your next
excursion will depart with Navigation
Boréalis. [ 02 ]
♦♦ At 1pm, the guide will bring you
along the St. Lawrence River to discover
the Bic Islands. For 3.5 hours, you will be
able to observe a seal colony, a wide
variety of bird species and a few
whales on occasion.
♦♦ Don’t miss the last departure of the
water shuttle at 6:15 to head back to
the marina and end your day along
the Promenade de la mer. Sit back
and relax on one of the belvederes and
admire the sunset.
♦♦ As soon as you are back at the
Marina, get onboard the water shuttle
for an expedition to the Saint-Barnabé
Island. Wander across the island and
enjoy a nice picnic with your family or
friends in a designated area. [ 03 ]
Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Covering the
south shore of the St. Lawrence River from
Saint-Fabien to Métis-sur-Mer.
AREA
1 688 km2
01
Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père
www.shmp.qc.ca
Rimouski
418 724-6214
02
Marina de Rimouski
www.marinerimouski.com
Rimouski
418-723-0202
03
Navigation Boréalis
www.navigationborealis.com
Rimouski
418 725-9530
04
Excursion Île Saint-Barnabé
www.ilestbarnabe.com
Rimouski
418 723-2280
PHOTO CREDITS : NAVIGATION BORÉALIS, PARC NATIONAL DU BIC – HÉLÈNE THÉBERGE, SITE HISTORIQUE MARITIME DE LA POINTE-AU-PÈRE, MARC LOISELLE ET HERVEN HOLMES.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE HAUTE-GASPÉSIE NAUTICAL STATION
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Haute-Gaspésie
♦♦ Discover the St. Lawrence River with
Exploramer. From 11:00am to 12:30pm,
this tour will allow you see the St.
Lawrence like never before. You may
assist in lifting whelk and crab harvests in
addition to learning more about the
fishing techniques and manipulation of
crabs and their biology. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Next, enjoy an excellent lunch at La
Mer à boire restaurant where you will
taste seafood which has been certified
Smarter Seafood by Exploramer.
♦♦ In the afternoon, discover the
temporary exhibitions at Exploramer
before departing on an adventure with
Eskamer Aventure. The high qualified
guides will bring you across the natural
basins and will teach you some
techniques, such as the waterfall
descent by rope or zipline, the jumps
between basins and sliding on smooth
rocks. It is at 5pm in the Castor Stream
that you will enjoy and discover this
incredible canyoning experience! [ 02 ]
LOCATION
Gaspésie region. Covering the south shore
of the St. Lawrence River from Capucins to
Sainte-Madeleine-de-la-Rivière-Madeleine.
AREA
5 903 km2
01
Exploramer
www.exploramer.qc.ca
418 763-2500
02
Eskamer Aventure
www.eskamer.ca
418 763-2999
PHOTO CREDITS : ESKAMER AVENTURE, JEAN-FRANÇOIS LAGARDE ET ERIC MARCHAND.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE GASPÉ NAUTICAL STATION
facts
♦♦ At the Forillon National Park, take a
snorkelling tour with the seals. On this
3-hour length excursion, you will enjoy
an entire hour of swimming with these
fun marine mammals whose curiosity
will have them coming near you. [ 01 ]
and [ 02 ]
♦♦ At your return, head towards the
Grande-Grave dock for lunch where
you can relax and have a picnic. It is
from this location that you will depart,
at 1:00pm, for a 2.5-hour whale
watching cruise. The Narval III will guide
you through the Gaspé Bay and onto
the Gulf of St. Lawrence in search of
these incredible creatures. [ 03 ]
♦♦ In the afternoon, head to the
Penouille beach where you can rent
the equipment of your choice at
Écorécréo, and swim in the warmest
waters of the region! [ 04 ]
Gaspé
LOCATION
Gaspé region. Covering the Gaspé Bay and
the entire territory of the city of Gaspé.
AREA
2 128 km2
01
Forillon National Park
www.pc.gc.ca/forillon
Gaspé
418 368-5505
02
Plongée Forillon
www.plongeeforillon.com
Gaspé
418 892-5888
03
Whale Watching Cruises in Forillon National Park
www.baleines-forillon.com
Gaspé
418 892-5500
04
Écorécréo
www.ecorecreo.ca
Gaspé
514 465-0594
PHOTO CREDITS : CCTG ET MARC LOISELLE.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE FJORD DU SAGUENAY NAUTICAL STATION
facts
Fjord du
Saguenay
♦♦ In the morning, take an introductory
sailing excursion with Voile Mercator. For
a 3-hour tour, their experienced team
will teach you how to maneuver the
sails while giving you some facts on the
fauna and narrating some of the
region’s historical tales. It is at 10:00am,
from the L’Anse-Saint-Jean dock, that
you will get this memorable experience
started! [ 01 ]
♦♦ Then, head to the Fjord-duSaguenay National Park. Savour a
hearty self-prepared lunch and admire
the breathtaking landscapes, walk
along the pedestrian trails and visit the
different sectors of the park to observe
the varied fauna. On your way, you will
view some belugas and different
seabirds.[ 02 ]
♦♦ At the end of the day, head to Lake
Kénogami for a wakeboard lesson with
Traxxion 4. It is in the wake park located
at the Jonquière Campground beach
that you will be able to test your
wakeboarding abilities thanks to a cable
traction system. [ 03 ]
LOCATION
Saguenay – Lake Saint-Jean region.
Covering the Saguenay River between the
Lake Saint-Jean and the St. Lawrence River.
AREA
2 223 km2
01
Voile Mercator
www.voilemercator.com
L’Anse-Saint-Jean
418 698-6673
02
Saguenay Fjord National Park
www.sepaq.com/sag
Saguenay
418 272-1556
03
Traxxion 4
www.traxxion4.ca
Jonquière
418 693-3811
PHOTO CREDITS : MICHEL MONTMINY, J.C. FORTIN, ASS. DE LA RIVIÈRE SAINTE-MARGUERITE, MARC LOISELLE ET VOILE MERCATOR.
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NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE LAC-SAINT-JEAN NAUTICAL STATION
facts
Lac-Saint-Jean
♦♦ Take the first departure at 8:00am for the descent of
the Mistassibi River by white-water luge with the Québec
Raft team. For the next 5 to 6 hours, you will be facing the
river’s rapids and waves with only your luge, wetsuit and
flippers. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Then, continue your journey in the Pointe-Taillon National
Park where you will be able to swim, observe the varied
fauna, settle down for a picnic and even paddle along the
shores of the lake by kayak. [ 02 ]
LOCATION
Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean region. Covering
the entire Lake Saint-Jean in addition to the
small tributary rivers.
AREA
2 052 km2
01
02
Québec Raft
www.quebecraft.com
Saint-Stanislas
418 618-7238
Pointe-Taillon National Park
www.sepeq.com/pta
Saint-Henri-de-Taillon
418 347-5371
PHOTO CREDITS : CHARLES-DAVID ROBITAILLE.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE HAUTE-CÔTE-NORD NAUTICAL STATION
facts
Haute-Côte-Nord
♦♦ Spend an entire day dedicated to the discovery of marine
mammals. Start off with a sea kayak excursion and observe
the whales with Mer et Monde Écotours. From 8:00am to
4:00pm, you will explore the hidden bays and diverse fauna
and flora. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Then, head to the Marine Mammal Interpretation Center
located in Tadoussac and visit their exhibition on fin whales,
belugas and seals. Listen to the center’s specialists and
conclude your marine mammal experience by profiting
from the site’s magnificent views onto the mouth of the
Saguenay Fjord. [ 02 ]
LOCATION
Côte-Nord region. Covering the north shore
of the St. Lawrence Estuary between
Tadoussac and the territory of the Pessamit native community.
AREA
3 580 km2
01
02
Mer et Monde Écotours
www.meretmonde.ca
Les Bergeronnes
418 232-6779
Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre
www.baleinesendirect.org
Tadoussac
418 235-4701
PHOTO CREDITS : CENTRE D'OBSERVERSATION ET D'INTERPRÉTATION DU CAP-DE-BON-DÉSIR, MARC LOISELLE ET GILLES LAPOINTE.
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DISCOVER THE
NAUTICAL STATIONS
A DAY IN THE MANICOUAGAN NAUTICAL STATION
facts
Manicouagan
♦♦ In the morning, bike along the
Véloroute des Baleines bordering the St.
Lawrence River and admire the
stunning landscape of the sea and
mountains. [ 01 ]
♦♦ Stop at one of the region’s beautiful
beaches for lunch. Take a moment to
relax on the sand or in the water.
♦♦ Next, head to the Ragueneau Dock
to discover the multiple interpretation
boards explaining the natural environment of the Ragueneau archipelago. [ 02 ]
♦♦ End your day in Baie-Comeau for a
night excursion with Expéditions Pirsuq.
From 7:00pm to 10:00pm, you will
have the chance to observe the
zooplankton illuminating the sea! [ 03 ]
LOCATION
Côte-Nord Manicouagan region. Covering the
north shore of the St. Lawrence Estuary between
the territory of the Pessamit native community
and the municipality of Baie-Trinity.
AREA
1 357 km2
01
02
03
Véloroute des baleines
www.veloroutes-des-baleines.ca
Archipel de Ragueneau
www.peninsulemanicouagan.qc.ca
Ragueneau
Expéditions Pirsuq
www.expeditionspirsuq.com
Baie-Comeau
418 296-9717
PHOTO CREDITS : BENOIT CECILE, LISE GAGNON, KADANSE, MARC LOISELLE ET RAYMOND HEROUX.
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A LOOK ON A
MARINE PROFESSION
Being skipper, what’s needed!
“Being a
skipper is
to be perfect,
even if it is
not possible!”
In this most recent conversation with Georges Leblanc, this world reckoned Canadian
skipper talks about the unique pleasure his uncommon job brings him. With more
than 20 years of navigation under his keel, Leblanc is still passionate about sailing,
something which inspires many and that most people can only dream of. We have
questioned him on what it means to be a skipper in this day and age. Let’s see
what he says about it.
- Georges Leblanc
What is a typical day?
I would say that there are two such days for a skipper, with one being on training
and the other on racing. Training consists in having the team going to sea, 12 or 13
persons, to prepare for a race. For this, I will recreate real situations that could happen
while on the racing course and this is where I can correct things, give advice and
provide tools by which the whole team will improve. For example, such an event
could be “How to make the boat perform at its best in heavy weather”. Sometimes, a training period can be as long as 14 to 20 days, nonstop. This is very
demanding on everybody, but that is what prepares us for an oncoming competition, it’s really important. When racing, I try to make sure that everyone is happy,
but most of all, I want to make sure that safety comes first at all times. I want my
crew to be in good health before and after the race. Being at sea is a lifestyle of its
own; it’s about certain values, about being tolerant and it is also about stamina and
endurance. As a skipper, I can sleep 3 hours a day with 20 minutes naps. I have to
do the navigation, make repairs if necessary, and cook for the crew. It never stops.
And I have to stay alert at all times.
Which path did you follow in order to become a professional skipper?
I have been involved in sailing for more than 38 years. I was at first an admirer, pure
and simple, of the sport and then I got into regional competitions for some 16 years.
Along the way, I went from crew to skipper. Competition was something that
appealed a lot to me, so I got into it at the international level. This is what I have
been doing for the past 22 years and I’m involved more than ever with my Georges
Leblanc Team, which was called Voile Océanique in the past.
What do you like most about your job?
There are two things that I appreciate most in the job of being skipper. One is of
course offshore navigation. I can explain it this way: “when at sea, nobody can lie”! If I
may add this, it’s “simple”. The other one is the human connexion with the crew.
My role is to bring the crew to surpass themselves and go outside of their comfort
zone. Other than showing them the way of a certain lifestyle, I strive to make them
live the experience of a lifetime. The human contact aspect has to lead to crewmembers feeling appreciated and to offer each one a positive experience on board.
What advice would you give someone who wishes to become a skipper?
Many come to mind as well as various qualifications a skipper must acquire. 1. I would
say that you have to be a good sailor first. 2. Someone who wants to become
skipper must also have the attitude of those who live at sea and that means being
able to take things as they are. 3. Next to that, the skipper has to be able to give to
others. 4. You have to be a little crazy to do that. Well, the truth being said, I
personally don’t do it for the money, but for the passion of the sea! Lastly, I would
say that the skipper has to be ready to accept the consequences. I’ll explain. The
kipper is the captain of the boat and he is the one who makes all the decisions. If,
for example, the boat sinks (you could say that is a failure), the event will be tied to
the skipper. It will be said that he was responsible for it. On the other hand, if you
win a race, success for the win will be directed at the crew. “Being a skipper is to be
perfect, even if it is not possible!”
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PHOTO CREDITS : GEORGES LEBLANC
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