Field Trips
2010
birdwatchers
Many of our field trips are
organized for birdwatchers






SUNDAY, AUGUST 15,  2010

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.

Important!
The form you need for the Explorations in Mirabel, Quebec 2010 trip is this one.
Print it out and return it without delay.





FIELD TRIPS — 2010

Note: Trips are subject to change. Please check again, as the date approaches.



Date: Sunday, September 26
UQAM Nature Centre, Quebec

Begin our fall season with some hiking and leaf peeping..

Date: Sunday, October 24
Mont-St.Hilaire, Quebec

This mountain is close to Montreal but a wonderful day outing for exploration of landscapes and wildlife.

Date: Sunday, November 14
Parc du La Rivière Doncaster, Sainte-Adèle, Quebec

Top the season off with some hiking followed by a dining out experience..



Trips are subject to change. Check monthly newsletter for details.



Explore: It’s in Your Nature!

Go wild with us!

Great Blue

Heron
Great Blue Heron
(Gary Jones Photo)


Back to the Zoological Society Home Page

This page last modified on: Friday, July 30, 2010



The site was created by Ventures East. Maintained by SWebster