Observe Beavers at Forillon National Park
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
Officially an emblem of Canada, the beaver is a large rodent that lives in streams, rivers, marshes and lakes.
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Enjoy a Cruise North of the 50th Parallel on the MV Bella Desgagnés
| By Alexandre Gaudreau
Because the road ends in Kegaska, the Lower North Shore can only be reached by air or sea. Fortunately, a cargo ship links this northern region to the rest of Québec.
Read MoreSeals of the St. Lawrence
| By Jean-Pierre Sylvestre
The waters of the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence are renowned for their marine wildlife, especially marine mammals. While belugas and other whales are the best known, seals are also very present along the coastlines of the maritime regions of Québec.
Read MoreFlairs and Flavours of the Îles de la Madeleine
| By David Lang
What do raw-milk cheese, sand sculptures, blown-glass jellyfish and smoked herring have in common? Each occupies a place of pride among the flairs and flavours of the Îles de la Madeleine.
Read MoreDid You Know Percé Rock Used to Have More Than One Hole?
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Percé Rock is a huge rock formation in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, in Gaspésie. This iconic landmark is impressive in size—the rock is about 450 metres (1475 feet) wide, 90 metres (295 feet) deep and 85 metres (280 feet) high—and is pierced by an arch-shaped hole, carved into the limestone by the sea.
Read MoreEastern Québec: Adventures Between the Earth and the Sky
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
With the three activities suggested here, you can admire the spectacular landscape of Eastern Québec from high up.
Read MoreObserving Moose, Caribou and Deer in the Forests of Eastern Québec
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Guided activities or hikes on your own are perfect opportunities to observe moose, woodland caribou and white-tailed deer in their natural habitats—a thrilling experience at any age. The forested areas of the maritime regions of Québec are home to rich and abundant wildlife. Keep reading to find out where to see moose, caribou and deer in our regions.
Read MoreForillon National Park: A Summer Program with Something for Everyone
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
Forillon National Park offers visitors a wide range of fun activities. Whether you’re interested in nature or culture, you’ll find lots of things to do here during your vacation.
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