parc national du FJORD-DU-SAGUENAY DISCOVERY GUIDE 2018

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1 parc national du JOR-U-SAGUENAY ISCOVERY GUIE 2018

2 WELCOME TO THE PARK A deep gash in the earth flooded by the sea Welcome to the land of endless panoramic vistas in the heart of Parc National du jord-du-saguenay! Over 100 km in length, this inlet etched in stone and invaded by the sea, is the longest fjord in the world at this low latitude. or over 30 years, the park has protected and showcased both of the fjord s banks that stretch over km 2 of protected territory. Whether you re on the ground, over the sea or in the air, discover a succession of coves and bays with landscapes that are ever changing with the rise and fall of the tides. Welcome to your adventure. ind out more at sepaq.com sepaq.com/saguenay falco the peregrine falcon THE PEREGRINE ALCON, THE PARK S ANIMAL INSIGNIA The fjord s cliffs shelter several breeding pairs of peregrine falcons under the park warden s watchful eye. The falcon can reach up to 200 km / hr when diving to capture their prey, which are mainly birds and is one of the world s fastest birds of prey. This species, formerly almost completely decimated by contaminants, was restored through the repopulation program and protective measures. It s now known as a vulnerable species. ANNUAL QUÉBEC NATIONAL PARKS CAR Québec s national parks offer a one-of-a-kind experience. Explore this exceptional world of nature with the Annual Québec National Parks Card, featuring: Unlimited access to ALL national parks for 12 full months Many exclusive benefits, including a free night of camping etails at sepaq.com/parkscard 2

3 MUST-OS Beluga whale watching The Halte du Béluga (stopover) is a favourite spot for observing this extraordinary mammal. Scan the marine park waters in search of white figures... Who knows? You may even get the chance to see them for yourself! A A visit to l Anse-de-Tabatière One of the most beautiful areas accessible by car! No matter the time of day, you ll be amazed by this unique location. It s a picture perfect place so don t forget your camera! B Escapade on the water By kayak, pneumatic canoe, yacht, sailboat or rabaska, navigating on marine park waters is undoubtedly the best means to immerse yourself in this majestic decor. or those who don t yet have their sea legs, stroll along the shores at low tide to see and enjoy the landscape from a different point of view. C Surmount the summit Hikers of all ages, lace up your boots and climb to the top! The Montagne Blanche, Mont Adéla-Lessard or the Géant lookout are among the peaks that allow for magnificent landscape views at low altitude. Ask about the best hiking trails that are perfect just for you! efy the via ferrata Adrenaline enthusiasts - the Via errata des Géants is the perfect challenge just for you! Clinging to the rock walls is an unforgettable adventure along one of the best aerial ropes courses in North America. Not a fan of heights? Settle in at the picnic area where you can observe the course and an 85 meter long footbridge from below. E Meet our park wardens What kind of bird is it? How high are the walls? How deep is the fjord? Our park wardens will be happy to answer any questions that you may have! ind out more about our discovery activities on the message boards and at the visitor information centres. 3

4 Km 22 La Baie-Sainte-Marguerite Sector ISCOVER OUR TRAILS Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre ville de Saguenay arg uer i te 172 Tadoussac 0 La Baie-de-Tadoussac Sector Biscambi Colline de l'anse à la Barque 3 B 6 4B See the La Baie-Sainte-Marguerite Sector Anse de Tabatière 5 April Picnic Trail number Waterfall Lookout Sentier Shelter Shower Wharf / marina Power line Water activities RV area Rest stops Road network Playground Rustic accommodation ood services Crossing (car) Washroom facility / toilet Kayak-camping Community hall National park boundary Mooring buoy Bike rental Parking lot Self registration post Kayak launch Statue Wade fishing Boat fishing Telephone Via ferrata Recreational vehicle dumping station Parc marin du Saguenay-Saint-Laurent a int-é tie nn 8 e Anse Creuse Bo rd MP property Conservation zone -L au re nt in t 9b Rang Saint-Joseph LOOP IICULTY LEVEL 8.4 km 4h I Sentier Les Caps the du Géant lookout ,2 km 4-5h I km 9h 15 km 7-8h km 2-3h I km 6-7h 10 0,5 km 10 min Anse-de-Tabatière parking area km 5h I Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste in L Anse-Saint-Jean or rue du Quai in Petit-Saguenay ROUN TRIP 100 Anse aux Petites Îles Pointe à Passe-Pierre 4 6 Km Cette carte intègre de l information géographique de source gouvernementale. Pour des besoins de représentation, certaines données ont subi des transformations et des adaptations qui ont pu modifier la donnée originale. onnées originales utilisées Années Banque de données Sépaq 2018 Cartes topographiques à l'échelle de 1/ Source des données utilisées Ministère de l Énergie et des Ressources naturelles Gouvernement du Québec Sentier Les Caps rom Anse-de-Tabatière to Chemin Saint-Thomas, through Montagne Blanche and Sentier des Chutes Sentier des Chutes the 1st waterfall (closed in the fall during hunting season) Montagne Blanche Sentier de l Anse-de-Tabatière Lookout over the Saguenay jord Sentier des Poètes L Anse-Saint-Jean to Petit-Saguenay 14 WILLIE RESERVES 550 Sentier de la Pinède the la Pinède lookout 120 9C ier Tadoussac Pointe de l'islet Parc marin du SaguenaySaint-Laurent 138 Baie Sainte-Catherine leuve Saint-Laurent 8 TOURIST ESTABLISHMENTS Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre or Baie-Éternité campground, between sites 56 and 57. SÉPAQ ANTICOSTI iscover all our destinations at sepaq.com Parking area P3 Chemin de l Anse or chemin Saint-Thomas Nord Natashqua Sept-Îles Chemin Saint-Thomas Nord Port-Menier Chibougamau rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Saint-Louis Island lookout Sentier Le jord rom Anse-Creuse to Cap de la Boule 8 km 3h I QUÉBEC 30 6 km 2-3h km 4-5h km 6-7h 13.2 km 7-8h 170 POINTE-TAILLON MONTS-VALIN AIGUEBELLE Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre or L Anse-à-Pierrot parking Mont-Laurier Rang Saint-Joseph parking or lac de la Boule parking 3.6 km 1 h km 1 h 30 rom Tadoussac au point de vue du mont Adéla-Lessard km 4-5h I rom Tadoussac to cap de la Boule km 6-7h (Route 138, near the ferry) La Maison des unes iscovery and Visitors Centre 10 Sentier de l Estuaire Access to lookout overlooking the estuar m 20 min 11 Sentier de la Pointe-de-l Islet Marine mammal observation site from land m 20 min ederal wharf of Tadoussac or municipal parking area 12 Sentier de la Colline-de-l Anse-à-l Eau (sentier de La Coupe) km 45 min I : Moderate MIGUASHA Percé Gulf of St.Lawrence Rivièredu-Loup LAC-TÉMISCOUATA OKA ONTARIO TroisRivières YAMASKA Montréal MONTSAINTBRUNO QUÉBEC NATIONAL PARKS AY September 8, 2018 NEW BRUNSWICK RONTENAC ÎLES-EBOUCHERVILLE PLAISANCE Ottawa PRINCE EWAR ISLAN Québec MONT-TREMBLANT 110 : Easy Rimouski PARC MARIN U SAGUENAY Tadoussac SAINT-LAURENT JACQUES-CARTIER Mont-Tremblant 30 GRANS-JARINS La Tuque OPÉMICAN ÎLE-BONAVENTUREET-U-ROCHER-PERCÉ BIC Saguenay Val-d Or Gaspé Matane JOR-USAGUENAY Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre I ANTICOSTI GASPÉSIE Chemin Saint-Étienne parking rom Tadoussac to Anse à la Barque viewpoint on the hill - Accessible by bicycle r ce Rive wren a L. St HAUTES-GORGES-ELA-RIVIÈRE-MALBAIE 9c 10 Cap de la Boule Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre Rouyn-Noranda Sentier Le jord rom Tadoussac to Anse à la Barque viewpoint Baie-Sainte-Catherine 2 Cap Éternité 24 NATIONAL PARKS I LA-BAIE-E-TAOUSSAC SECTOR See the La Baie-de-Tadoussac Sector Baie-Saint-Paul 0 Sentier de la Rivière Along Éternité River from the campground to the bay rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Anse-à-Pierrot parking area ges em in S 9a or Ge Cabin 7 Les Escoumins i n tsa Ch SaintSiméon de la Chute Lean-to shelter I (closed in the fall during hunting season) ng Ra m des Sables SacréCoeur Anse de Saint-Étienne 170 de la Goutte Registration centre / Information Rustic camping Anse de Roche i Rue SaintJean-Baptiste ua 0 Sentier Le jord rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Halte du Béluga lookout Anse à avid Stella Semi-serviced camping Anse de la Barge Q 4A 280 the statue Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre BAIE-SAINTE-MARGUERITE SECTOR 9B Pierre 5 9A Petit-Saguenay ville de Saguenay 200 Paradis du Baie Éternité 100 Pointe de l'islet m 300 Km 22 Anse au Cheval e Ru 7 Île Saint-Louis Le elta km 3-4h Sentier de la Statue the halte Bellevue lookout (Montagne Blanche area - Sentier des chutes is closed during hunting season) 8 Anse des Îlets Rouges Anse du PetitSaguenay 170 Price km 2h Sentier des Méandres-à-alaises PETIT-SAGUENAY SECTOR Anse Saint-Jean 1 Anse du Portage L'AnseSaint-Jean Cap Éternité Rivière Saguenay 0 2 E Claveau - tre 4B 1.6 km min The exceptional territories of Sépaq, including 24 national parks, are privileged destinations where you LABRAOR can enjoy all the benefits of an intimate contact with nature. Here s a special invitation from us to you: come relax at the heart of an authentic natural world that s the pride and joy of Quebecers! STARTING POINT L ANSE-SAINT-JEAN SECTOR 11 L'Anse-de-Tabatière 4A Cap Trinité Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre -d e des îles 170 Cap Liberté Baie de Tadoussac 4b Baie Éternité Camping Baie-Éternité La Baie-Éternité Sector Colline de l'anse à l'eau Anse des Baies à l'eau Cap Éternité e e Station piscicole ville de Saguenay am RivièreÉternité Ch No 12 Sa 1 4a le uv e à la Croix au Trinité 2 Otis 'E 3 l Otis See the La Baie-Éternité Cap Cap Liberté Sector n mi 2 m C Cap SainteMarguerite du min -M Hibou Parc marin du Saguenay-Saint-Laurent Anse du Gros Ruisseau inte Ru e Saint-Basilede-Tableau Sa Trave rs Vieux C he Rivière Saguenay re l'a n Chem s e- in d de -Ro e c he Anse aux Érables Anse à idier Km 53,5 Petit lac Biscambi Baie de la Trinité LENGTH URATION Euloge 30 TRAILS BAIE-ÉTERNITÉ SECTOR Riv iè Anse de Sable 9A ELEVATION (METRES) ville de Saguenay Sainte-Rosedu-Nord A Île Saint-Louis ON THE MAP 172 ville de Saguenay THE LARGEST NATURE AN OUTOOR NETWORK IN QUÉBEC MONT-MÉGANTIC NOVA SCOTIA Sherbrooke UNITE STATES MONT-OROR SÉPAQ WINTER AY January 26, 2019 * Plan return trip by shuttle : ifficult LONG ISTANCE HIKING ALONG THE JOR TRAILS Les Caps (south shore) Le jord (north shore) Both shores of the fjord are bordered by long-distance hiking trails. Sentier Les Caps and Sentier Le jord trails both have shelter, primitive campground, lean-to facilities. Visit our Website for details and route suggestions. LENGTH km, (difficult level) rom Baie-Éternité to L Anse-Saint-Jean 41.1 km (difficult level). rom Baie-Sainte-Marguerite to Tadoussac ENVIRONMENT orest Woodlands along the fjord SHUTTLE SERVICE OrganisAction erme 5 Étoiles or BOUTIQUES on t forget to visit our boutiques for a souvenir! Profits are fully reinvested in Québec s national parks 6 7

5 ISCOVER OUR TRAILS ON THE MAP TRAILS BAIE-ÉTERNITÉ SECTOR Sentier des Méandres-à-alaises 30 Sentier de la Statue the halte Bellevue lookout 230 ELEVATION (METRES) the statue 280 Sentier de la Rivière Along Éternité River from the campground to the bay 100 LENGTH URATION 1.6 km min ROUN TRIP LOOP IICULTY LEVEL 3.6 km 2 h I 7.6 km 3-4 h I 8.4 km 4 h I STARTING POINT Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre Le jord du Saguenay iscovery and Visitors Centre or Baie-Éternité campground, between sites 56 and 57. 4a 4b Sentier Les Caps the du Géant lookout ,2 km 4-5 h I Cap Éternité 18 km h L ANSE-SAINT-JEAN SECTOR Sentier Les Caps rom Anse-de-Tabatière to Chemin Saint-Thomas, through Montagne Blanche and Sentier des Chutes (Montagne Blanche area - Sentier des chutes is closed during hunting season) Sentier des Chutes the 1 st waterfall (closed in the fall during hunting season) 210 Montagne Blanche (closed in the fall during hunting season) Sentier de l Anse-de-Tabatière Lookout over the Saguenay jord 10 Sentier des Poètes L Anse-Saint-Jean to Petit-Saguenay 290 PETIT-SAGUENAY SECTOR Sentier de la Pinède the la Pinède lookout 120 BAIE-SAINTE-MARGUERITE SECTOR km 7-8 h Parking area P3 Chemin de l Anse or chemin Saint-Thomas Nord 5 km 2-3 h I Chemin Saint-Thomas Nord 13.8 km 6-7 h 0,5 km 10 min Anse-de-Tabatière parking area 9.6 km 5 h I Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste in L Anse-Saint-Jean or rue du Quai in Petit-Saguenay 8 km 3 h I Chemin Saint-Étienne parking 9a Sentier Le jord rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Halte du Béluga lookout 30 rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Saint-Louis Island lookout km 2-3 h Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre 10 km 4-5 h I Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre rom iscovery and Visitors Centre to Anse-à-Pierrot parking area km 6-7 h Le Béluga iscovery and Visitors Centre or L Anse-à-Pierrot parking 9b Sentier Le jord rom Anse-Creuse to Cap de la Boule km 7-8 h Rang Saint-Joseph parking or lac de la Boule parking LA-BAIE-E-TAOUSSAC SECTOR Sentier Le jord rom Tadoussac to Anse à la Barque viewpoint km 1 h 30 9c rom Tadoussac to Anse à la Barque viewpoint on the hill 110 rom Tadoussac au point de vue du mont Adéla-Lessard km 1 h km 4-5 h I rom Tadoussac to cap de la Boule 280 Sentier de l Estuaire Access to lookout overlooking the estuar 50 Sentier de la Pointe-de-l Islet Marine mammal observation site from land 10 Sentier de la Colline-de-l Anse-à-l Eau (sentier de La Coupe) km 6-7 h (Route 138, near the ferry) 800 m 20 min La Maison des unes iscovery and Visitors Centre 800 m 20 min ederal wharf of Tadoussac or municipal parking area 1.1 km 45 min - Accessible by bicycle : Easy I : Moderate : ifficult * Plan return trip by shuttle LONG ISTANCE HIKING ALONG THE JOR Both shores of the fjord are bordered by long-distance hiking trails. Sentier Les Caps and Sentier Le jord trails both have shelter, primitive campground, lean-to facilities. Visit our Website for details and route suggestions. TRAILS Les Caps (south shore) Le jord (north shore) LENGTH km, (difficult level) rom Baie-Éternité to L Anse-Saint-Jean 41.1 km (difficult level). rom Baie-Sainte-Marguerite to Tadoussac ENVIRONMENT orest Woodlands along the fjord SHUTTLE SERVICE OrganisAction erme 5 Étoiles or

6 THE LARGEST NATURE AN OUTOOR NETWORK IN QUÉBEC The exceptional territories of Sépaq, including 24 national parks, are privileged destinations where you can enjoy all the benefits of an intimate contact with nature. Here s a special invitation from us to you: come relax at the heart of an authentic natural world that s the pride and joy of Quebecers! 24 NATIONAL PARKS 14 WILLIE RESERVES 8 TOURIST ESTABLISHMENTS SÉPAQ ANTICOSTI iscover all our destinations at sepaq.com Sept-Îles Natashqua Chibougamau Port-Menier AIGUEBELLE Rouyn-Noranda Val-d Or OPÉMICAN La Tuque QUÉBEC POINTE-TAILLON MONTS-VALIN Saguenay Rivièredu-Loup HAUTES-GORGES-E- LA-RIVIÈRE-MALBAIE GRANS-JARINS JOR-U- SAGUENAY Rimouski PARC MARIN U SAGUENAY Tadoussac SAINT-LAURENT BIC LAC-TÉMISCOUATA Matane St.Lawrence River GASPÉSIE MIGUASHA Gaspé Percé ANTICOSTI ÎLE-BONAVENTURE- ET-U-ROCHER-PERCÉ Gulf of St.Lawrence Mont-Laurier JACQUES-CARTIER Québec PRINCE EWAR ISLAN ONTARIO Ottawa PLAISANCE MONT-TREMBLANT Mont-Tremblant OKA Montréal ÎLES-E- BOUCHERVILLE MONT- SAINT- BRUNO YAMASKA Trois- Rivières Sherbrooke MONT-OROR RONTENAC MONT-MÉGANTIC UNITE STATES NEW BRUNSWICK NOVA SCOTIA QUÉBEC NATIONAL PARKS AY September 8, 2018 SÉPAQ WINTER AY January 26, 2019 BOUTIQUES on t forget to visit our boutiques for a souvenir! Profits are fully reinvested in Québec s national parks 7

7 ISCOVERY TIME via ferrata (baie-éternité sector) Traverse the void from high above along an 85 meter long suspended footbridge securely anchored to the opposing rock walls. Safely cross along a beam, a ladder and even a suspended bridge at the pace of the participants. Important: You must be at least 1.3 meters tall and the maximum weight is 110 kilos (242 pounds); maximum of 8 people per departure. Schedule : rom June 9 to 17, Saturdays and Sundays. rom June 23 until September 3 - seven days a week. rom September 6 to October 8: Thursday, riday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Course name ifficulty level URATION MINIMUM AGE AULT RATES YOUTH RATES La Passerelle Intermediate 3 h 12 $47.50 $35.50 La Grande alle Intermediate 4 h 14 $62.00 $46.25 L Odyssée ifficult 6 h 14 $86.75 $64.75 ISHING ind your perfect fishing spot among ten lakes, a river and a fjord! Various options are offered; all you have to do is ask! Boat rentals are available for lake fishing. Brook trout are the species you ll find in the lakes and rivers. A variety of species will surprise and amaze while fishing in the fjord! Boat rentals starting from $62.08 / person 8 Activities for everyone, whether by land, sea or air. Sailing and overnight stay on board Baie Éternité under the stars while on a sailboat - The perfect escape! Experience the life of a sailor during an initiation excursion with Voile Mercator. Introduction to sailing with a certified instructor, supper, one night on board and breakfast included. Seven days a week from June 23 until September 3, boarding time 1:45 p.m. or reservations: sea kayaking (baie-éternité sector) On the program: The fjord and rock walls towering from high above at the rhythm of the participants and the tides! Sea kayaking provides an up close and personal contact with nature and is perfect for discovering the marine environment. Schedule: rom June 9 to 17, Saturdays and Sundays; from June 23 to September 3, 7 days a week; from September 4 to October 8, Wednesday to Sunday. eparture times URATION AULT RATES YOUTH RATES AMILY RATES 9:30 a.m. and 13:30 p.m. 5 p.m. (July 14 to August 19) 3 h $62.00 $46.25 $ h $47.50 $37.50 $137.00

8 ZOIAC (baie-éternité sector) Embark on a pneumatic canoe for an unforgettable tour and discover the impressive fjord and surroundings. Take an excursion in an ecosystem unlike anywhere else in the world accompanied by a naturalist captain. Enjoy a front row seat to learn how the landscapes were formed and never cease to impress. Schedule: June 16 and 17, Saturdays and Sundays; from June 23 to September 3, 7 days a week; from September 4 to October 8, Wednesday to Sunday. NAVETTES MARITIMES U JOR (baie-éternité sector) Le jord Saguenay II offers direct visual access overlooking the fjord, known as the bateau-mouche due to its retractable windows and roof that provides a 180 degree panoramic view. This new environmentally friendly vessel has a 121 passenger capacity and offers breathtaking landscapes. Schedule: In low season, from June 16 to June 29, and September 4 to October 8; in high season, from June 30 to September 3. eparture times URATION AULT RATES YOUTH RATES AMILY RATES PERIO EPARTURE TIMES URATION AULT RATES YOUTH RATES AMILY RATES 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 2 h $52.50 $45.50 $ p.m. (July 14 to August 19) 2 h $52.50 $45.50 $ Low season 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1.5 h $58.00 $30.00 $ High season 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. 1.5 h $58.00 $30.00 $ Safely sail on the Marine Park s waters in the vessel of your choice. RABASKA (baie-éternité sector) Join the longboat team and relive the fur trading era! Let our log drivers introduce you to their period costumes while navigating along the bay s waterways! Schedule: rom June 23 to August 19, Monday, Tuesday and riday. departure times URATION AULT RATES YOUTH RATES 4 p.m. 2 h $16.25 ree 9

9 ISCOVERY ACTIVITIES VOYAGE AU BOUT E LA NUIT night-hike nocturne Bats, owls, butterflies, and other nocturnal creatures come to life in the dark. With a park warden, intrude on this world of mysteries Activity offered in both sectors of the park (Baie-Éternité and Baie-Sainte-Marguerite). Reservation: iscovery and Visitors Centre Rates: Adult: $10.25 $ Children: free LAISSEZ-VOUS CHARMER PAR LES NYCTALES science introduction Get involved in Tadoussac bird observatory (OOT) research activities, the ideal place to observe and learn everything you ever wanted to know about the work of a master bird catcher, whose job it is to band small night owls. Watch this artist at work live onscreen. You may even get an opportunity to tag along with the OOT team as they check their nets. Schedule: ridays and Saturdays from September 7 until October 6, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Reservation: iscovery and Visitors Centre Rates: Adult: $11 $ Children: free SOS CHAUVES-SOURIS talks Bats have always been part of our nighttime stories but how much do we really know about them? These little mammals that fly under the radar are in serious decline. Join us as we tell the passionate saga of these beautiful but gloomy creatures. Activity offered in both sectors of the park (Baie-Éternité and Baie-Sainte-Marguerite). uration: 1 h Rates: free LE PARCOURS ES AVENTURIERS SEL-GUIE TOUR An all new self-guided tour is now available at the Le Bleuvet campgrounds. Travel back in time through the exciting adventures of Anadabijou, Louison and Alexandra. un for visitors of all ages. eparture: Washroom facility, le Bleuvet campground, Baie-Sainte- Marguerite sector. Rates: free ind out more about our discovery activities on the message boards and at the visitor information centres. 10

10 SLEEPING UNER THE STARS Spend the night with us and enjoy the park to the fullest. You ll have your base camp and discover the territory at your leisure all the while having a front-row seat to check out the wildlife in its natural habitat! Visitors can chose from among several types of accommodations and packages: Rustic shelter Campgrounds without services and 2 services (water and electricity) RV camping Ready-to-camp Cabin ECHO cabin (newly introduced) Kayak-camping, hiking-camping Refuge 3-wall shelter Welcome cyclists BEGINNING O BOOKINGS 2018 Season: In progress 2019 season April 28, 2018 (summer) and September 18, 2018 (fall/winter) Cabin and rustic shelter October 27, 2018 Camping and ready-to camp sepaq.com family fun is here! HERE ARE A EW ETRAS WE HAVE IN PLACE OR YOU TO SIMPLIY YOUR LIE AN TO HELP YOU SAVE MONEY. Photo : Mathieu upuis or your children 17 years of age and under REE ACCESS to national parks EQUIPMENT LOAN* for the outdoors Activities varied and rewarding ACCESSORIES* on loan for young children *Limited quantities available Look out for this marker which identifies the ideal family iscover all our family destinations at sepaq.com/family our top picks AT Parc national du fjord-du-saguenay Take a look at our not-to-be-missed offers: trails to discover with your family, and cosy spots for a stay. Listen to the hooting owls, chatty bats and their nocturnal friends during the evening with the Voyage au bout de la nuit! A Rabaska ride with the kids? antastic! Un commis voyageur à l époque du rabaska is the perfect discovery activity for the entire family. An easy stroll in the forest for little hikers: Take the Méandres-à-alaises trail. The trail that leads to the Halte du Béluga is easily accessible for strollers due to its stone dust covered surface. 11

11 CONSERVE OR TOMORROW TRAINING A GIANT Simply put, a fjord is defined as such: A glacial valley flooded by the sea. An actual tear in the Canadian Shield, this formation began millions of years ago with the collapse of bedrock between two faults. This was followed by ice ages that hollowed out the valley and rounded the landscape. Then, salty, cold and heavy water infiltrated under the brackish water level. This dynamic of the fjord s water creates two superimposed habitats: brackish surface water species and deep marine species. A JOR THAT IS RENOWNE ON A WORLWIE SCALE Of the 2,130 fjords indexed in the world, only 38 attain or exceed 100 kilometers in length. Extending across 103 kilometers from Tadoussac to Saint-ulgence, the Saguenay jord belongs to this category of the largest fjords worldwide. It s also one of the rare fjords that empties into an estuary, over 100 kilometers from the ocean. The Saguenay jord stands out not just for its length, but more so for its southern positioning. The only fjord in Southern Québec is also the longest fjord in the world at such a low latitude, both in the northern and southern hemispheres. The fjord s maximum depth is 270 meters. The highest cliffs (approximately 460 meters) are located at Cap Trinité, along the shores of Baie Éternité. The name Saguenay is derived from two Aboriginal words, saga and nipi, which means where the water exits. ONE JOR, TWO PARKS! The fjord s banks are protected by the Parc national du jord-du- Saguenay, but the water itself is part of the Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park. It s therefor part of a protected environment, from the highest peaks to the lowest depths. Check out the events surrounding the Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park 20 year anniversary at parcmarin.qc.ca/home/ and take part in the festivities! 12

12 GREAT NEWS OR THE PEREGRINE ALCON The fjord s cliffs shelter several breeding pairs of peregrine falcons (alco peregrinus), of the anatum subspecies. Although the species is still designed as a vulnerable in Québec, the protection measures in place seem to be bringing positive results. Park wardens work hard to locate nesting sites along the fjord every spring. Nine sites have been confirmed within the park s limits in A huge increase when compared to 1990 when there was only one! A BRIE OVERVIEW O AN INSPIRING STORY ollowing a major decline in the species, mostly due to exposure to T, a repopulation program was initiated from 1976 to 1994: 255 falcons were released in different areas adjacent to the St. Lawrence valley. In addition, a province-wide inventory has been carried out every 5 years since While in 1980, only one initial couple had been discovered, over 108 breeding pairs were recorded in 2010! Participate in the evening discussion aucon les protège! (we must protect the falcons) to find out more. THE ST. LAWRENCE BELUGA WHALES: ON THE EGE O ENANGERMENT There were between 7,800 and 10,000 Beluga whales in the St. Lawrence at the end of 19 th century. Unfortunately, intensive commercial hunting at the beginning of the 20 th century caused them to almost disappear completely. Although hunting has been prohibited since 1979, the beluga whale population has not yet recovered. It s actually estimated to have been declining over the past ten years. The most recent estimate indicates that there are only 889 beluga whales that remain in the St. Lawrence. La baie Sainte-Marguerite Known as one of the best places to observe belugas from the shore, this bay is regularly visited by schools of female whales with their young in July and August. With a little luck, careful observers may see the whales feeding, resting and socializing, in addition to even feeding their young. This precious locations for the whale population s future requires acute protection during the summer months. The future of the beluga whale is everyone s responsibility. Kayakers and boaters, avoid sailing in Baie Sainte-Marguerite! Visit parcmarin.qc.ca/home/ for more information on the rules and regulations. 13

13 PLAY IT SAE Photo : Steve eschênes, Parc national des Grands-Jardins Sépaq s mission is to ensure the widest possible access to Québec s most beautiful natural treasures. Sépaq is committed to the safety of its visitors and urges you to play it safe! Preparing yourself adequately is the first step in the safe and enjoyable practice of your favourite activities. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE OR YOUR OWN SAETY and risk management is an integral part of your experience. Before leaving for an excursion, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE SKILLS AN ABILITIES REQUIRE to practice your chosen activity AN RESPECT YOUR PHYSICAL LIMITS. Your outing should leave you with nothing but pleasant memories. There are a number of organizations that can help you plan your activities safely. o not hesitate to contact them. We also invite you to consult our safety guides for Sépaq activities on our website at REMINERS uring your visit to a national park, you must always carry your entry fee receipt or your annual entry card. preserve our natural riches, you are not allowed to remove any natural elements (animals, plants, dead wood, rocks, etc.). Please also keep to established hiking trails to avoid trampling flora. sepaq.com/security CHECKLIST Animals find all they need to eat in nature. eeding wildlife can be very damaging. Keep food or garbage out of reach of animals. BEORE YOU LEAVE HOME Plan on going with at least one other person. Check the weather report. Pack water and food, even if the activity is only for a few hours. See that you have appropriate clothing and footwear for anticipated weather conditions. Let somebody know the exact location of your destination and the time you plan to return home ONCE YOU ARE ON SITE o not rely on your cellphone. Check how much time it will take to complete your activity. Obey signs and notices, including bans on open fires. WHEN YOU GET BACK Once you have completed your activity, make sure that you report to our staff anything wrong or any damage or problems you encountered. We ask you to carry out all your garbage. omestic animals are not accepted in Québec s national parks. However, guide dogs and service dogs are admitted. PILOT PROJECT AUTHORIZING OGS A pilot project is in place authorizing the presence of dogs in RONTENAC, JACQUES-CARTIER and OKA national parks. As of May 18, 2018, the project will be expanded to include AIGUEBELLE and LAC-TÉMISCOUATA national parks. Please read the applicable rules and authorized places at sepaq.com/animals. in case of emergency: 911 Sûreté du Québec: (general number) / * 4141 (for cellphones) * Where cellphone networks are available. The costs and expenses incurred in conducting search and rescue operations are the responsibility of the beneficiary. You can obtain protection against these risks from an insurer. Parc national du jord-du-saguenay 91, rue Notre-ame Rivière-Éternité (Québec) G0V 1P0 Information: Reservation: parc.saguenay@sepaq.com sepaq.com/saguenay Legal deposit: 2018 Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec Photos : Boran Richard, Claude P.Côté, John Sylvester, Mathieu upuis, abrice Tremblay, Julie allaire, Organisaction, Voile Mercator, M. Rouleau, Marc Loiselle, Shutterstock, rançois abianeck 14

14 465, Route 172 West, Sacré-Coeur (Québec) G0T 1Y0 Telephone : ll free : Only 15 minutes from Tadoussac Accommodations - Activities - Restaurant Hébergements - Activités - Restauration L Anse-Saint-Jean Exclusive: 2 hours family excursions (for kids 3 years and over) 3 hours Excursions for adults Open 7 days a week, from mid-may to early October INTROUCTORY ECURSION L Anse-Saint-Jean epartures: 10 a.m. and 1:45 p.m OVERNIGHT ECURSION L Anse-Saint-Jean and La Baie-Éternité sector ½ day of sailing inner and breakfast included Overnight on board the sailboat amilies Welcome info@voilemercator.com Navigate the Saguenay jord on board a Sailboat voilemercator.com 15

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