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Closed for over twenty years and still containing the original merchandise, the old general store has now become a tourist attraction. Here you will find a convenience store (with a license for beer, wine and cider), a restaurant, an outdoor terrace, as well as an apartment on the second floor that is decorated like in the past. In the basement, souvenirs from long ago have reappeared. Among others, you will find the « Longfellow » boat wreck, which ran aground nearby in 1902, and lots more… Schedule: year-round. June 1^st to October 1^st, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. During the off‑season, same schedule; however, reservations are recommended for breakfast and lunch and are mandatory for the evening meals. Average length of Visit: 30 to 40 minutes. Admission: adults $3, children under 12 years old free, student $2.

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Through the presentation of numerous remnants from underwater archaeological excavations made on the wreck of the French frigate "The Machault", the interpretation centre commemorates the last naval battle between France and England for possession of the New France in 1760. Acadian refugees from la Petite Rochelle and Micmacs from Listuguj supported this relief expedition by shooting at the English Royal Navy squadron. A set recreates the interior of this ship and a film relates the events of the naval confrontation. Animators in costume from July to August depending on staff availability. Schedule: early June to October 13^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., reservations required after these dates. Average length of Visit: 60 minutes. Admission: applicable rates. Reservations recommended for groups.

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• Discover 5 Gaspesian ecosystems 
• More than 30 animal species
• More than 70 plant species 
• Animation with naturalist-interpreters

Discover it now!

Our activities

The Bioparc de la Gaspésie offers a dynamic and varied interpretation program of competent naturalist-interpreters. Participate in our daily commentated activities that will allow you to discover the Gaspesian ecology from a different angle.

• Commentated tours
• Feeding tour of the animals
• Snack for the animals
• Thematic activities on the fauna and flora
• Puppet show

Watch for our nocturnal activities

You will be transported in a fantasy world where the wildlife is absolutly omnipresent. Added to stories of bogeymen and other imaginary monsters, a very informative mini conference relating the secret night life of animals will keep everyone in excitement. A one chance of living a night experience on July 17^th and 18^th, 2008 and also August 16^th 2008 at 9 p.m. at the Bioparc de la Gaspésie in Bonaventure.

 

Our feathered friends

What are feathers used for ? Find out this and much more as the Bioparc de la Gaspésie presents Our feathered friends, a travelling exhibit from Ottawa's Canadian museum of nature from June to October. Soar to great heights as a birdwatcher by visiting Our feathered friends.

Our services

• Souvenir boutique
• Air-conditioned snack bar
• Large free parking
• Picnic tables
• Wheelchair accessible
• Bilingual services

Schedule

Open during the March break. Open daily from June 2^nd to October 12^th. June 2^nd to 30^th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from July 1^st to August 23^th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.. From August 24^th to October 12^th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open upon reservation the remainder of the year.

Rates (taxes included)

• Adult: $12.50
• Senior (65 years and over): $11.25
• Child (13 to 17 years old): $8.75
• Child (4 to 12 years old): $6.25
• Family (2 adults and 2 children): $34.00 (additional child: $5.00)
• Free for children 3 years old and less

Average duration of a visit: 2 hours

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The refrigerated warehouse in L'Anse-au-Griffon is home to the Centre culturel Le Griffon and its activities, including Chacun son grain de sel, a permanent exhibit that reminds you, through various familiar fishing objects, of the life and work of fishermen in the cove. Cultural events, shows, exhibits, art gallery, café and Internet access. Open year-round. Schedule: June 1^st to October 15^th, from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and from October 15^th to June 1^st with a limited schedule. Average length of Visit: 1 hour.

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Art gallery, shop and artists working on-site
This art centre, located along the St. Lawrence River, allows you to discover a nature work of art, the only one of its kind in the world, Le Grand Rassemblement (The Great Gathering), an art gallery, and a souvenir shop. While enjoying a good meal, admire some 120 sculptures that emerge from the River and enhance the site. In a peaceful and warm atmosphere, let the sound of the waves rock you by spending a night at the inn. This is a rendez-vous with art, the sea, a shelter and good food. Schedule: early May to end of September, daily from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Off-season from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Average length of Visit: 45 minutes and more. Free admission. Buses: reservations needed for the indoor visit.

Member of the Circuit des arts visuels et métiers d'art de la Gaspésie.

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The Centre d'information ornithologique allows you to meet guide-interpreters, consult audiovisual documents, and take part in interpretation and observation activities about fauna and flora in the Malbaie barachois. Schedule: June 1^st to October 1^st, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Sunday, and from October 1^st to June 1^st, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Thursday. Average length of Visit: 2 hours. Admission fees. Reservations recommended.

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The Centre d'interprétation et de formation agroécologique (CIFA) commemorates the old Gaspésie agriculture school directed by the Clercs Saint-Viateur. It emphasizes the principles of sustainable agriculture through a permanent exhibit on agroecology. This exhibit is supported by magnificent gardens of great beauty. Several types of gardens make up the tour: ornamental, medicinal plant, demonstrative vegetable and aquatic gardens. You can also consult a complete herbarium inventorying the varieties of medicinal plants available on-site. Visit also the apiaries and vegetable farm that is certified biological. Visit the local market with its fresh and processed produce. Schedule: June 30^th to October 3^rd, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average length of Visit: 1.5 hours. Admission: 12 years old and older $8. Self-guided visit or with interpretation. Upon reservations for groups.

Member of Gaspésie Gourmande.

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Photo: Michel JulienVisit the official site (since 1988) of the Wind Energy Interpretation Centre.

Observe the highest vertical axis windmill in the world and the first most important windmill park east of Canada, Le Nordais.Guided tours of the interior structure of the vertical axis windmill. See how this particular technology works. Learn about the windmill's history and its specific goals. Discover the meaning of "Eole".

Photo: Éole Cap-Chat

Wind energy
· is clean, economical and eternally renewed; once transformed, is an excellent alternative source of energy
· accessible throughout the world; tested in the past, overlooked and now rediscovered with success;
· helps to reduce gas emitted waste into our atmosphere, consequently, applying Kyoto's Convention requirements against global-warming towards a safer environmental future.

Photo: Éole Cap-Chat

Open
From June 20 to September 20, daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Minimum length of visit: 60 minutes. Entrance fees apply, reservations required for groups.

Access
The site is located at Cap-Chat West, the Route du village du Cap is perpendicular to the Route 132. You will find a reception office at the entrance of the site, facing the parking.

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The Centre d'interprétation du cuivre offers a scientific and captivating exhibit presenting the world of copper through a discovery gallery. Then, put on a miner"s suit, with its hat and light, and accompanied by a guide, go down into the real Miller’s gallery. You enjoy unique sensations? Experience total darkness. When you return to the surface, with a guide, you can take a shuttle to the industrial site, and from there, you are invited to discover a windmill that is part of the most important windmill installations in Canada. Keep your eyes wide-open… the panorama is vast and beautiful. Schedule: June 9^th to September 27^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average length of Visit: 1 hr/activity. Admission fees. Rates for adults, children, seniors and organized groups. Family package available. Warm clothes required.

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The Centre d'interprétation forestier et salmonicole offers an exhibit on drive, sawmills and the world of salmon. You will see miniature and working sawmills from long ago, salmon flies from over 20 countries (FQSA), the biggest artificial fly, measuring 51.5 inches and weighing 8 pounds, which is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records and those of the world grand master flytier, Mr. Daniel Dufour, are exhibited here. New: fly carrousel. You will also discover the fishing guides of the Matapédia, and the legendary Richard Adams. Representative objects for sale (handicraft, fishing, forest). Municipal campground nearby. Schedule: mid-June to end of September, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average length of Visit: 45 minutes to 1 hour. Admission fees.

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Designated as a historic monument and as a national historic site of Canada, the manor was constructed around 1850 by John LeBoutillier, a leading cod merchant of the time who was originally from Jersey, one of the Channel Islands. Discover an historic representation (circa 1850-1860) of the John LeBoutillier and Co manager's house. Services offered: guided visits (30 minutes), tearoom, handicraft shop and summer theatre. Schedule: June 16^th to October 13^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m (last visit at 4:30 p.m.). Admission: adults $7; seniors and students $5; families $16; children 11 years old and under free. Reservations recommended for groups.

Member of Gaspésie Gourmande.

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Photo: Exploramer

Interpretation center
Located just a stone's throw from the sea, Exploramer is dedicated to interpret and to exploit the marine environment. You could visit, among other things, few itinerant exhibitions, which talk about the sea, its resources and its utilisation by the man. This year, the beluga is the star with the exhibition "Pour la suite des bélugas", realised by the Biôdome de Montréal.

Exploramer also suggests a journey under the waters of the St. Lawrence River with the exhibition "The sea", that presents numerous aquariums and a hands-on-bassin, where many species of the marine environment of the St. Lawrence River live.

Photo: Exploramer

Ecotourism excursion "Discovering the sea"
The Exploramer, a zodiac of 18 passengers, allows you to live an unique ecotourism excursion. Raising marine organism compartments, taking scientific datas and observing marine mammals and birds are few of the activities you could take part on the boat.

Photo: ExploramerShop
The Exploramer shop offers varied articles related to the maritime environment, made by artists and craftsman from Gaspésie.

Other services
· Conference room
· Pedagogic programs
· Bilingualism in every services
· Access to persons with limited physical ability
· Outdoor tower observation
· Beach, wharf and marina close by 

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Les Murmures de la Ville invite you to discover the art of murals in downtown Mont-Joli. Following the mural tour is like traveling through time. Each frescoe reveals pages of this municipality's rich history. The frescoe are a work of art enhancing the cultural heritage of Mont-Joli, the Mitis, or elsewhere, hence maintaining and feeding collective memory in a unique environment. This symbiosis between past and present, between youth and pioneers, can only lead to profound proudness. During the summer, come and talk with the artists about the overall work. Schedule: year-round (frescoes gallery); July to September (exhibit). Free admission. Guided visits in July and August.

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 Reservations mandatory.

Guided tour of the oldest cave in Québec, dating back to almost half a million years old. Observation and intepretation of the greatest number and the most beautiful variety of concretions (stalactites, stalagmites, moonmilk and others). The Grotte de Saint-Elzéar provides a safe and comfortable setting for the entire family (6 years old and older). Warm clothing (double thickness) and sport shoes are required (temperature of 4ºC and degree of relative humidity of 100%). Average length of Visit: 3 hours. Admission (taxes included): adults $37; children and youth (6 to 17 years old) $27. Schedule: daily, mid-June to mid-October, upon reservation only.

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Hidden in the Petite rivière du Loup valley, you will discover a small garden that is very impressive. In fact, to sooth the spirit and rest the body, the artist seeks to create a surreal ambiance by manipulating natural elements.

The best way to appreciate such a garden is to spend a night or two. There are two lodging units (two stars) with all the necessary utilities to meet your needs. Other on-site activities include a nature trail, trout fishing, downhill skiing, access to ATV and snowmobile trails. Open year-round.

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With an area of 185,000 square feet, Les Jardins de Doris invite you to relax by taking a walk through the rock gardens, where you can also admire a variety of fruit trees, shrubs and perennials. A small petting zoo delights children with its three miniature houses representing the story of the Three Little Pigs. You also have the opportunity to stroll down peaceful hiking trails in the Parc des Castors along the Matane River. Ornithology, natural sciences, café and gift shop. Social integration program for troubled youths. Les Jardins de Doris have been selected among the 50 gardens to visit in Québec. New: a sundial that is 30 feet in diameter, and a giant chess game (pieces are 4-feet high). Schedule: May 15^th to September 30^th. Admission fees.

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An animated visit of this authentic general store that has retained its spirit of yesteryear. Built in 1928, its Jersey style effectively reveals its original ownership by the Robin, Jones and Whitman Company. Featuring superb antique oak wainscoting, the store's interior unveils the daily life of yore through many objects, tools and wares. Animators in costumes of the period tell with humour anecdotes about the history of our great pioneers. Schedule: June 15^th to September 27^th, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Limited off-season schedule. Average length of Visit: 1.15 hours. Admission fees. Reservations recommended for groups.

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This house, built in 1891, tells the story of the Bourgoin family pioneers as well as those from the Price region. It is yours to discover through visits, exhibits and workshops. Enjoy delicious fresh baked bread either-on-site or for take out. The terrace is also waiting for you for a nice relaxing moment. Schedule: June 21^st to September 28^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Average length of Visit: 40 minutes. Admission: $3.

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In a sky open mine, become prospector and pick yourself beautiful agates and geodes. Discover, in this rare volcano (350 million years), semi-precious stones (quartz, amethyst, cornalian, jaspe and more).

We provide equipment and training. Bring your own boot, glass, food. Picnic area on site and two diamond saws for cutting your rock. You can also visit a small museum presenting minerals and gems and a gift shop. One of the best family activity!

Reservation necessary for groups of 20 people or more only.

From Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, take road 299 South. After 57 km, take the intersection leading to Murdochville for 1.5 km on a gravel road. You will then get a track on your right leading to the camp. From New Richmond, take road 299 North for 85 km.

Schedule: From June 14^th to August 24^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. From August 25^th to September 14^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average lenght of visit: 3 hours.

Collection fee: $30/pers. visite and taxes included. 

Mine and exhibit visit: Adults : $8, children : $5, free for children (less than 6 years old), taxes included.

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This history and ethnology museum relates the fascinating and compelling story of the Acadians of Québec. The permanent exhibit Une Acadie québécoise (a Québec Acadia) describes in an original way the Acadian settlement in Québec, and explains how the Acadians contributed to Québec society. The Bay is a nice example of this heritage and culture. In addition to the permanent exhibit, displays on a variety of subjects are presented in the temporary exhibit room, and the exhibit Bonaventure en miniatures (Bonaventure through miniatures) is on display in an adjacent pavilion.

Bilingual services, guided visits in season or upon reservation. Book and souvenir counter. Art, art trade, handicraft and Gaspesian product shops on-site. Free: Wednesday nights from the end of June to end of August, outdoor shows by artists of the region and the Maritimes. Schedule: year-round. June 24^th to early September, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early September to mid-October, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mid-October to early May, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Early May to June 24^th, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Average length of Visit: 1.5 hours. Admission fees. Reservations recommended for groups.

Member of Gaspésie Gourmande.

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The Musée de la Gaspésie presents Jacques Cartier, la découverte d'un Nouveau Monde (Jacques Cartier, the discovery of a New World), the largest exhibit ever realized about the voyage of Cartier in 1534. Relive the exploration of the navigator, who led the official claiming of the country in the name of the King of France. The Musée also presents exhibits featuring various Gaspesian cultural components.

You will also find there a private archives centre, a library specialized in Gaspesian hsitory and genealogy, a cultural magazine (the Magazine Gaspésie), an outdoor amphitheatre and the Jacques Cartier Monument. Guided bilingual visits are offered to groups upon reservation. Schedule: year-round. June 1^st to October 31^st, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. From November 1^st to May 31^st, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sunday. Admission: adults $7; seniors and students $5; families $11; groups (10 people or more): $5/person; children 6 years old and under free.

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This museum will allow you to discover the traditional way of life surrounding the Cascapedia River, one of the best salmon fishing rivers. The river's history tells of a destination chosen by lords, the rich and famous, and even a princess, who all visited the shore of this magnificent river. Of Irish, Scottish, Acadian, and Native descent, the community has maintained its sense of heritage and is proud to welcome you. Come and immerse yourself in the calm and peaceful way of life in a small recreational fishing village. Permanent exhibit, documentation centre with a giant screen, multi-purpose room, fishing simulator, and shop. Schedule: May 15^th to September 30^th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Off-season, visit upon reservation. Average length of Visit: 1 hour. Admission: adults $5; children under 12 years old free; group rates available. Reservations mandatory for groups.

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Discover a lighthouse with a unique wooden structure operating since 1906. The rotation of the lighting module is still operated by the original clockwork system. Experience the strength of the wind while enjoying the romantism of the gallery.

In the fog signal building, a permanent exhibit gives you a glimpse of the genius, from the 1700's to today, behind the development of magnificent  lighthouse lights. Schedule: mid-June to mid-September, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (guided visit). Admission fees. Reservations recommended for groups of 15 people or more.

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Experience the odyssey of the Atlantic salmon migration: in a friendly environment, discover the fascinating characteristics of the Atlantic salmon with the help of passionate guide-interpreters. The observation post (or fish-pass) has three glass areas that allow you to see every minute of the action! In addition to your visit, there is a photo and object exhibit that explains the history of the Matane River and its dams, from 1865 to nowadays.

A river that is accessible to everyone: the Matane River is superb, accessible from downtown, it is 101 km long, from which 87 km offer 81 pools for salmon fishing. At the fish-pass, you also find the fishing reception post (purchase of permits and rights of access, equipment rental, fishing techniques course, etc.). Schedule: June 15^th to September 1^st, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and September 2^nd to 30^th according to a varied schedule. Free for children under 12 years old.

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What could be more intriguing than an oratory high up on a mountain? The Oratoire Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Saint-Joseph dominates the 555 metres of the Mont Saint-Joseph since 1935. By taking a guided tour, discover the magnificent mosaics, stained glass windows and numerous marble pieces. Outside, take advantage of the rest area, the footbridge and its viewpoints which offer an impressive view of the Bay landscape. Access to Carleton-Maria hiking trails. Various interpretation activities, exhibits, souvenir shop. Schedule: daily, mid-June to early September from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and September to October from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average length of Visit: 1.5 hours. Admission fees.

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Photo: Parc du Bourg de PabosDiscover an exceptionally beautiful natural and historic site. The Pabos Parc du Bourg offers visitors an interpretation centre, a campground, a beach, a walking and bicycle trail, a snack bar, picnic areas, and observation lookouts. The campground located in the middle of a forest and very close to the sea is a haven of peace and tranquility. A visit at the interpretation centre allows a better understanding of the life of the Gaspesian fishers under a seigniory established under the French regime. The results of archaeological digs are used to support the historical aspect. Remnants from the King Brothers forestry facilities allow you to interpret the beginning of this industry in the Chandler region. Schedule: June to September, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Average length of visit: 1.5 hours. Admission: adults $5, seniors and students $4, families $12, children under 7 years old free. Reservations recommended for groups.

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Overhanging a two-kilometre beach, Parc et Mer is the ideal place to stop for a few days between Matane and Gaspé. A few steps away from the Chic-Chocs and Mont Jacques-Cartier, it offers several services: restaurant services, high speed Internet, new comfort station (unisex bathrooms and showers, etc.), handicraft shop, modern laundromat, play area for children and adults, and much more. For more information, visit the Web site, and reserve your camp site for the next summer season. Schedule: June 15^th to September 30^th, daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Located in the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula, the Chic Chocs Mountains are the ultimate continuation of the Appalachians. The Mont Jacques-Cartier (1,268 metres), Mont Albert (1,154 metres) and several others invite you to experience the Great North by discovering the arctic-alpine flora or by watching caribou. At low altitude, the boreal forest has one of the highest moose densities in Québec. With its 140 km of trails, the Parc national de la Gaspésie is the ideal place for hikers of all calibers. Fishing, canoeing, and several picnic areas also add to your stay.

 

The park is open year‑round; however, some activities and services are provided on a seasonal basis. In the winter, skiing and snowshoeing excursions take place in a magical setting characterized by abundant snow. In the summer as in the winter, long excursions over several days in the backcountry allow you to discover sectors that are less traveled. A large variety of types of lodging are offered: campgrounds, cottages, shelters and the very renowned Gîte du Mont-Albert. This four-star inn offers comfortable rooms and cottages whose atmosphere encourages relaxation. The fine regional cuisine has, for that matter, greatly contributed to making it famous.

A tour of the park begins at the Centre d'interprétation et de services. Educational and amusing activities, the permanent exhibit and the audio-visual displays allow you to come into closer contact with the natural environment. Centre Schedule: mid-May to mid-October, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. During peak season, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. End of December to mid-April, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission: an admission fee is requested of all park visitors. Reduced rates for groups, youths and families. Admission is free for children under the age of 6 and for some organized youth groups. Annual passes are available for the park or for the Parcs Québec network.

Winter activities
The Parc national de la Gaspésie is well known for the multitude of outdoor activities available, such as snowshoeing, long or short distance cross-country skiing, telemarking, snowboarding and mountain trekking (mountain downhill skiing). Lodging available in the heart of the mountains, at the Gîte du Mont-Albert, in one of the many chalets, or in different shelters available along the long-distance cross-country ski trails. Baggage transportation services and guide services for mountain trekking, snowshoeing and telemarking. For any information: 1 866 727-2427. 

Warning! Avalanches!
The mountains of the Gaspesian highlands presents a potential danger for snow avalanches. For safety measures, always inquire about the ground conditions, the snow cover and the weather forecast, carry out your own evaluation of the snow's stability in the snowfields and carry the appropriate rescue equipment. Snow report and avalanche lessons: www.centreavalanche.qc.ca.

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Miguasha Park conserves a fossil rich cliff with a worldwide reputation since its discovery in the 1800s. The fossilized fish and plants lived some 378 million years ago. Remarkably preserved, the Miguasha fish fossils help us to understand the passage of vertebrates from aquatic to terrestrial life. A member of the Québec Park Network, Miguasha Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized as an exceptional natural site.

A tour of the Musée d'histoire naturelle allows you to enjoy a captivating scientific experience in the universe of fossils. Guided tour available from June 1^st to October 13^th. Self‑guided tour during the rest of the year. Activities and services: Plongée aux origines (Journey deep into the origins) at the amphitheatre, Les sciences de la mer (Marine sciences) in the temporary exhibit hall, Le Dévonien restaurant, and L’Échoppe store. Picnic areas. Two-kilometre trail (the trail and cliff are not accessible to people with reduced mobility). A happy mix of science and nature for visitors of all ages.

Schedule: June 1^st to August 31^st, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. September 1^st to October 13^th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The remainder of the year, open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on statutory holidays. Average length of Visit: 1.5 hours. Reservations mandatory for groups. Admission: admission fees for the park and the Musée d’histoire naturelle. Reduced rates for groups, youth and families. Free admission for children under 6 years old and for some youths groups. Annual pass for the park or for the network.

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A visit to Forillon National Park is sure to be a unique adventure. Discover the flora, geological formations, and the astonishing fauna of this land replete with natural riches. It is on the basis of these natural features combined with a rich human and cultural history that the park theme L'harmonie entre l'Homme, la terre et la mer (harmony between man, the earth and the sea) was developed.

Forillon National Park is open year-round. A network of over 70 kilometres of trails leads hikers through magnificent sea-scapes and mountain views. Activities allowing you to appreciate the park include snorkelling, scuba diving, swimming in the sea or in a pool, excursions, sea kayaking, biking, horseback riding, tennis and picnicking. In winter, visitors can try cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and winter camping. You can watch seals, whales, black bears, porcupines and many species of birds. Take part in the many educational activities proposed by naturalists, and visit the interpretation centre where an exhibit will introduce you to the most significant features of the park. Visit the Grande-Grave heritage site, where the Hyman & Sons store, the warehouse and the Blanchette house reveal an unforgotten past.

It is possible to stay at Forillon, in one of the 367 partially serviced campsites (reservations: 1 877 737-3783 or www.pccamping.ca), group camping facilities, or in one of three wilderness camping areas.

Schedule: The reception services are offered daily from early June to mid-October. Reduced hours in June as well as in September and October.

Admission: daily rates apply to all park visitors (including the campers). Adults $7.90; seniors: $6.90; youth: $3.95; families or groups (maximum of 7 people): $19.80; children under 6 years old free; business groups: $5.90/person. Off-season rates and annual permits available. Additional fees are also charged for camping and for some other services (cruises, swimming pool, sea kayaking, bicycle rental...).

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Schedule: May 26^th to October 10^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission fees are requested from all the visitors of the park. Reduced rates for groups, youth and families. Admission is free for children under 6 years old and for certain organized youth groups. Annual passes for one specific park or for the Parcs Québec network are available. The fees give access to all sectors of the park.

Secteur historique Charles Robin (rue du Quai) Le Chafaud
Interpretation Centre: Established inside Le Chafaud, this centre allows you to discover the historical and natural heritage of both the wildlife and geology of the Percé region. You will learn everything on marine ecology and behaviour of the marine birds and mammals that visit the rich waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Visit the exhibit hall and see a documentary on the Northern Gannet in order to prepare yourself for your visit of the park. Exhibits at the Musée Le Chafaud (second floor), a partner of the park.

La Neigère
Reception office: Information about the various services and activities offered by the park, orientation and documentation centre. Nature shop.

Secteur île Bonaventure
Experience an unforgettable excursion on Bonaventure Island and wander from one wonderful discovery to another by taking advantage of the interpretation activities offered by experienced park wardens, who are also naturalists. Dive into the history of the fisheries with them by visiting the Le Boutillier house, follow them closely along the trail of the colonies for a guided hike and take advantage of animations at the colony of Northern Gannets.

The high point of your visit is without doubt the sight of 250,000 birds nesting on the island. The colony of 120,000 Northern Gannets, the most important and accessible in the world, represents a unique spectacle. Moreover, in order to accommodate you, the Margaulx restaurant offers a healthy menu that is typically made up of sea products. Find out about the scheduling and the costs regarding the crossing from the private operators on Rue du Quai.

Secteur rocher Percé  
The cathedral of limestone that rose from the Equator contains tons of fossils. Remember that you are in a conservation park, that collecting rocks, fossils or marine organisms is prohibited, and that these remnants of the past must remain for future generations. Attention, walking along the Rocher Percé is dangereous and will be at your own risk.

Marine sector
Guided sea kayak tours and scuba diving, in partnership with the Percé nautical club (marine strip of 100 metres that must be respected around the park).

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A national historic site, the Reford Gardens (Les Jardins de Métis) are internationally recognized as one of Canada's outstanding gardens.  Covering more than 40 acres, the gardens are the creation of a passionate gardener and plant lover, Elsie Reford. Visitors to this verdant domain can admire the splendours of some 3,000 species and varieties of native and exotic plants in eighteen gardens. One of the highlights of any visit is Estevan Lodge, the 1887 37-room house built by Lord Mount Stephen as a fishing retreat. Today, it welcomes visitors to its dining rooms, museum and exhibitions. The museum explores the story of Elsie Reford and her summers spent salmon-fishing and gardening. The Villa also hosts an exhibition The Garden at Night featuring nocturnal photographs of gardens from around the world taken by Linda Rutenberg. 

Opening on June 21^st, the 9^th edition of the International Garden Festival, winner of the Hector Fabre prize in 2007, presents contemporary gardens created by artists, architects and landscape architects from around the world.

Spend an hour or a day in the gardens. Relax with a book on the veranda of Estevan Lodge or one of the many benches in the gardens. Discover the many works of art on the site. A pathway to the shoreline allows you to explore the beauties of the St. Lawrence River. Our chef offers various culinary opportunities: the table d"hôte in Estevan Lodge at lunchtime, tasting events on Friday evenings, Sunday brunches beginning at 10 a.m. (sometimes with music), and tea (on occasion accompanied by authors) on Sunday afternoons. Two cafés offer sandwiches and inexpensive light meals.

The garden shop at the visitor centre offers a wide selection of specialized books, garden products, seeds and tools. The gift shop offers a choice of artisanal products.

Hours: Open every day from May 31^st to October 5^th, 2008. The gardens open at 8:30 am and close at 6 pm in June and September (last admission at 5 pm) and 8 pm in July and August (last admission at 6 pm).

Wheelchairs available (reservations suggested). To enjoy the gardens almost entirely to yourself, visit under the rain - umbrellas are available free of charge.

Admission: Admission fees. Free for children 13 and under. Accommodation packages available with more than 50 hotels, motels, auberges and B&Bs in the area.

Member of Gaspésie Gourmande.

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Site of worship and pilgrimage since 1940 where you can visit a church and see the works of art it contains, including the main crucifix, a statue of Saint Joseph the Worker (by Médard Bourgault) and the eight stations of the Chemin des douleurs de Marie (work of Rose-Anne Mona, French ceramist). The tomb of the founder, Father Jean-Marie Watier, is located in the chapelle du Souvenir (Memorial Chapel) which is open 24 hours a day. Three small houses for retreat are available through all seasons for solitary contemplation.

In beautifully landscaped exterior gardens, you will find a replica of the Lourdes grotto, a calvary, an outdoor altar, a Carrara marble statue of the archangel Saint Michel and seven bronze stations of the Chemin des douleurs de Marie. Hikers can follow a mountain trail to discover different types of woodlands or have a moment's reflection. Schedule: year-round. End of June to early September, Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and weekends from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Early September to end of June. during the week, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Average length of Visit: 1 hour. Admission: adults $3; students 12 years old and older $1. Reservations recommended for groups.

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Come and celebrate this lighthouse's hundredth anniversary, lighted in 1908. Admire the view from the top of the lighthouse. Take the time to look out into the water, you will see some Northern Gannets and maybe some whales. 

The museum tells the story of the Grand Sault, the "paper mill", the life of the people from Madeleine and the fog alarm system in the 1920s.  In the guard houses, visit the local souvenir and handicraft shop… it's the ideal place to take a coffee break and check your messages on the Internet. For those on organized trips, this visit is a relaxing experience. The site is accessible to recreational vehicles. Night parking is also possible.

Eleven kilometres away in the forest, the Madeleine River makes a "grand fall" from 25 metres where the salmon go through an underground fish-pass cut in the rock, which is the only one of its kind in the world. The salmon spawning run takes place from early July to the end of September, watch the rising of the cage daily at 8 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. For more safety, please check at the lighthouse site to find out about road conditions. Take the time to walk along the fine sand barachois, to admire the sunsets over the cliffs and sailboats in the marina. Schedule: early June to mid-October. Group rates.

 

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Located in an amazing vista, this historic site was a strategic communications centre during the two World Wars. It was here, in 1904, that Marconi installed North America's first maritime radio station.

Visit the most travelled lighthouse (one hundred years old) in the world; it returned to its initial site in 1997 after a 20-year exile in the Port of Québec. Thanks to exhibits, you can learn about Mr. Marconi, the lives of wireless telegraphy operators and lighthouse keepers and their families. Following the trail of the pioneers, hiking trails take you into the mountains, by the sea or all the way to the fishing harbour at L'Anse-à-Valleau. Schedule: June 16^th to October 4^th, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Photo: Jean-Pierre HuardWitnessing to two centuries of history relating to that period of time of the Gaspé fishery, the Site Historique du Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac is very impressionable with its eleven buildings. The largest being an all wood structure, the largest at that time in North America. With the prevailing atmosphere and the smell of the sea, "the walls tell their own story".

The bilingual guides, in period costume, will tell you about the two most important 18^th and 19^th century Jersey Island fishing companies "Robin" and "LeBoutillier". One may see the contruction of fishing boats, the making of fish nets and the work that was done at the forge and at the cooper's workshop.

A new permanent exhibit, theatre skits, and a video on the history of the site is at your disposition which will permit you to know the history of how the fisheries developed in Eastern Canada.

You will also find on the site a restaurant whose speciality is sea food, a souvenir boutique and a supervised play area for children. This summer visit Le site Historique du Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac.

Schedule : June to September, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Entrance fees : Adults $7, seniors $6, students $5, families $15, groups (12 pers. ) $4.00, children under 6 : free.

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Since 1994, the Site Mary Travers dite « La Bolduc » presents the life and the work of Madame Bolduc. A theatre play recounting her life through songs and dances brings you back to the era of this first French singer-songwriter. A unique place to experience the human force, vitality and warmth as well as the therapeutic humour of this Gaspesian legend. While singing or humming, come to Newport and celebrate with the Bolduc fans! Guided tour in-season, bilingual services, souvenir shop, terrace. Schedule: daily, June to September. Admission: adults $7.50. Special rates for families and groups. Average length of Visit: 1.15 hours.

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The Vieux Moulin, an intoxicating experience and a museological jewel… In the warm setting of an ancestral water mill, passionate artisans produce fabulous honey wines, winners of several gold medals at the Coupe des Nations. The Musée de la Neufve-France, located on the second floor, is overflowing with New France heritage treasures, some of great historic importance, as well as numerous exceptional First Nations artifacts. Beekeeping shop where you will find meads, still or sparkling, next to a wide range of fine hive products. Observation hive. Schedule: open year-round, daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Average length of Visit: 45 minutes. Admission: at the hydromellerie (meadery): free visit and sampling; at the museum: $2.50 per person.