Excursion
From farmland to plantations: Join us for field visits to hybrid poplar plantations, where we will explore different plantation designs and witness the ecological impacts of two decades of reforestation
Details of the day
Hybrid Poplar Plantations – 20 Years of Growth
Join us for a field visit to hybrid poplar plantations established on former agricultural in Amos, Rivière-Héva, Preissac and Saint-Domique in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region of Quebec. These sites include both monoculture plantations of hybrid poplars and mixed plantations combining hybrid poplars with white spruce or Norway spruce.
During the visit, we will explore how these plantations influence understory plant diversity, observe the ecological dynamics of these reforested lands and have a look on the impact of different treatments on productivity of poplar clones. This excursion provides a unique opportunity to observe the state of these plantations 20 years after reforestation efforts began, offering insights into their ecological impact.
Walking shoes or hiking boots, appropriate clothing and mosquito repellent are recommended.
Refuge pageau
The story of the Pageau family, a story that has spanned nearly 40 years and reflects their incredible relationship with animals, will be told on a woodland trail. The Refuge takes in orphaned, sick or injured wild animals to care for them and, where possible, release them back into the wild. You can admire moose, bears, wolves, white-tailed deer, raccoons, birds of prey and many other animals staying here on a short or long-term basis. At the end of the tour, in an immersive experience signed Moment Factory, visit the lair of the man who talked to the wolves and discover your role in maintaining the fragile balance between humans and nature.
We'll have the chance to dine and dance on the outdoor terrace adjacent to the moose enclosure.
https://abitibi-temiscamingue.org/attraits/refuge-pageau/
Boréalait
A typical Quebec dairy farm that has been processing and selling its milk and cheese since 2019. Beyond simple agricultural production, the family's adventure is a human experience rich in emotions. Every day, they share their love of animals and their passion for dairy production with their customers, creating a relationship of mutual trust and appreciation with the community.
What's more, visits to the farm and the purchase of products at the cheese dairy allow visitors to immerse themselves in the world of Boréalait, observe the inner workings of the business and enjoy an authentic experience, with - let's face it - a little taste of homecoming!
Dairy production is one of the pillars of the region's agricultural industry. At the heart of this activity is Boréalait, a young family business that produces and transforms its milk into numerous dairy delights. Located in Saint-Félix-de-Dalquier, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, it stands out for its product offering and the kindness of the souls who run it.
https://abitibi-temiscamingue.org/borealait/
https://www.borealait.com/
Ferme Chalpagas
Alpaca breeders since 2014, Chalpagas Farm is an agrotourism farm that invites you to come and meet them and learn more about the care they require and the many characteristics of their fiber and how alpaca fiber is processed. You can also purchase one of our magnificent felt or knitted alpaca yarn creations.