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Nature and history |
| | The ASTROLab being a part of the Mont-Mégantic National Park, offers activities related to Nature and History.
From the Earth to the Stars ! No slogan could be better suited to Mont-Mégantic National Park. Nature is captured at it's very best entity. Daylight - At Mont-Mégantic Summit Weather permitting, you can safely observe the Sun through a special telescope.
From June 26th to July 25th, 2010 : Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 pm
From July 26th to August 22nd : Every day from noon to 4:00 pm
From August 23rd to October 10th : Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 pm | |
Knowledge cart Weather permitting, discover our colorful and educational cart while learning about the park's natural riches! Little inquisitive minds will love it, as nature will enchant people of all ages.
From June 26th to July 25th, 2010 : Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 pm
From July 26th to August 22nd : Every day from noon to 4:00 pm
From August 23rd to October 10th : Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 pm
Free activity with paid access to the Park. Terre aux Étoiles Trail If we were to spread the history of the Universe and life over the 6 km of trails that lead to the summit of Mont Mégantic, each of our footsteps would represent several million years! And that's exactly what we have done: the Terre aux étoiles trail is a unique hike across the history of the Universe and life. From the Big Bang all the way to today, measure the time proportions of the cosmos, life, and humanity to the rhythm of your footsteps. Bon voyage!
Available year round. | |
Taking in the Scenery - At Mont-Mégantic Summit Contemplate the breathtaking view at an altitude of 1,100 m (3,600 ft). Its main features will be explained.
Please see our Day Activity Menu for schedules. Living with Nature This giant-screen presentation, "Habiter la Nature", which takes place in the multimedia room, is about the history of our environment and our current relationship with it. What are the global and local indicators allowing us to measure the health of the planet and of the Parc national du Mont-Mégantic?
(French version only)
From June 26th to July 25th 2010: Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 am
From July 26th to August 22nd : every day 11:00 am
From August 23rd to September 5th : Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 am
(one showing per day from 11:00am to 12:00pm Admission is free with paid access to the Park) The Fabulous History of Mont Saint-Joseph Learn about the fabulous history of Mont Saint-Joseph while enjoying a great view of the spectacular landscape on summer afternoons. Warm and welcoming, an historic character brought to life by one of our animators, will transport you to the end of the 19th century when the region was being settled. Through his own story and that of his parents - Notre-Dame-des-Bois pioneers- you will hear the history of this chapel overlooking the Appalachians.
Weather permitting:
From June 19th to July 25th 2010: Saturdays and Sundays 1:30pm and 3:30pm
From July 26th to September 5th : every day 1:30pm and 3:30 pm
From September 11th to October 10th : Saturdays and Sundays 1:30pm and 3:30 pm | |
An Eyeful! Take a peek through our giant binoculars and observe the details of the magnificent landscape from the summit of Mont Saint-Joseph. A guide will be available to answer your questions all afternoon.
Weather permitting:
From June 19th to July 25th 2010: Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
From July 26th to September 5th : every day from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
From September 11th to October 10th : Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00pm to 5:00pm | |
The Pluto on Earth Room Located in the Visitors Centre, this interpretation room highlights the park's natural riches. Through interactive modules, it tells of the events leading to the geological formation of the mountain, the history of the Mont Saint-Joseph sanctuary, and the characteristics of the mountain climate.
Available year round. | |
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