Top 3: Your Best Wildlife Photos on Instagram

may 17, 2019   |   By Marie-Eve Lagacé

Whether you’re in the forest or along the coast, in the mountains or out at sea, you’re very likely to encounter wildlife during your vacation in Eastern Québec. And if what you’re sharing on social media is any indication, lots of you are taking great photos of wildlife in our regions! We recently put out a call for your photos in our newsletter: as promised, here’s our top three of your best wildlife photos on Instagram.

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Discover Fascinating Facts about 9 Marine Creatures from the St. Lawrence

may 14, 2019   |   By Lila Gagnon Brambilla

The St. Lawrence is a rich and unique living environment that is home to fascinating marine creatures. Some are well-known and emblematic, such as beluga whales, while others are less familiar to many but no less worth discovering. Here are some of the favourites of the Exploramer team.

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Wildlife Watching: 7 Fun Outing Ideas!

april 11, 2019   |   By Marie-Eve Lagacé

Are you planning a vacation in the maritime regions of Québec and would like to encounter wildlife? Take a look at these outing ideas! Our tips will help you make the most of your vacation in our regions.

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Top 3: Your Photos of Wildlife on Instagram

may 17, 2018   |   By Marie-Eve Lagacé

This summer keep your eyes peeled when you visit the maritime regions of Québec! There’s a good chance you’ll see many different species of animals, from marine mammals to small and large animals in our forests! We recently put out a call for your Instagram photos in our newsletter and on social media: here then is our selection of the top three wildlife photos taken in our regions.

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Whale and Wildlife Observation: 5 Experiences Not to Miss!

march 29, 2018   |   By Anne-Josée Pineau

The maritime regions of Québec are home to abundant and varied wildlife: whales, birds, deer, moose, seals and more. Do you want to see some of these animals during your next vacation in our regions? Here are five experiences you won’t want to miss!

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Bonaventure Island’s Northern Gannet Colony: A Breathtaking Site!

february 10, 2018   |   By Marie-Michèle Doucet

Standing on the Percé wharf, my gaze is drawn immediately to the famous rock bearing the same name. And straight ahead lies Bonaventure Island with its magnificent seascapes. The island shelters a priceless treasure: the tens of thousands of northern gannets that have taken up residence there.

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4 Road Trip Adventures for Bird Lovers

january 30, 2018   |   By Marie-Eve Lagacé

Are you a bird lover? Did you know that the maritime regions of Québec are all great places to observe hundreds of species of birds in their natural habitats? Here are four road trip adventures for bird watchers—one in each of our regions. Get your binoculars ready!

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Observing Black Bears in Eastern Québec

january 25, 2018   |   By Jean-Pascal Côté

Black bears can be found in nearly every corner of the maritime regions of Québec. Encounters are rare, but if you do see a bear while you’re hiking, it’s recommended to back away from it and make noise to alert it to your presence. The best way to observe bears in complete safety is to take part in an organized bear-watching activity.

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