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EXPLORATIONS IN MIRABEL, QUEBEC
Our journey to Mirabel will include several stops, making this a very diverse day. Our first stop is Parc régional éducatif bois de Belle-Rivière. This park is considered one of the nicest forest estates in Quebec. Walking trails and large gardens are featured. There is a beach but swimming will be optional and at a nominal charge of about $2.00. Remember to bring walking shoes, insect repellent, sunhat and sunscreen. At 12:15 we will drive to Intermiel.
Intermiel is owned by the Macle family. Established in 1976, Intermiel is a well-known farm of 3,000 beehives, 17,000 maple tree taps and 600 apple trees. Intermiel specializes in the production of meads(honey wines), maple liquors and ice cider. Our group will have a tour and will taste many, many products.
At 3:00 p.m. we will head off to Vignoble des Negondos. This family-owned vineyard offers us a tour of the vineyards , farm machinery, and winery. Of course we have more tasting.Departure: 8:30 a.m. from the Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater Avenue, Westmount, by school bus. We will arrive at Parc Regional Bois de Belle- Rivière at about 9:10 a.m. We will leave the park at 12:15 p.m. for the honeybee farm. We will leave the farm at 3:00 p.m. for our vineyard tour.
Return: Leave Mirabel around 5:00 p.m. Arrive in Montreal around 5:45 p.m.
Meals: Bring your own lunch and plenty of water. It is suggested that you bring snacks for the afternoon of tasting of alcoholic beverages.
Cost: $45 members, $50 non-members. This includes round trip transportation, entrance fees, and gratuities. No refunds will be given. Paid reservations are transferable. It is the participant’s responsibility to find a replacement.
Deadline: Tuesday, August 10.
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Note: Trips are subject to change. Please check again, as the date approaches.
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Trips are subject to change. Check monthly newsletter for details.
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