Plan A Getaway To The Outaouais in Quebec and Explore Plaisance National Park on your bike
Plaisance National Park- Cycle at your leisure through various habitats, without cars or traffic lights, and breathe in the sweet fragrances of the Outaouais thanks to the 26 km of trails in this park. Whether you choose the trails of the Petite Presqu’île and the Grande Presqu’île in Plaisance or the new sector of Thurso on the “Sentier des Outaouais”, which includes the Presqu’île des Legault, this natural setting will enchant you!
(819) 427-5334, 1 800 665-6527, www.sepaq.com/plaisance
A puppet show for grown-ups…
Théâtre du Casino- The stars of Cabaret U-Mano are a troupe of sensual, colourful marionettes who perform a hilarious and provocative musical tribute to well-known songs. This unique show features exceptionally talented puppeteers who will arouse your senses using a skilful combination of rhythm, humor and seduction. From June 28 to September 2, 2006. (819) 772-2100, 1 800 665-2274, www.casino-du-lac-leamy.com
The newest aerial trek in the Outaouais!
Fortune Aerial Experience- The Fortune Aerial Experience, located in Gatineau Park, features six treks consisting of suspended walkways, rope bridges, net gangways, zip lines and Tarzan ropes… all at nearly 30 metres above ground! Lasting approximately two hours, the trek ends with an impressive zip line that brings you back to the beginning. (819) 827-5517, (819) 827-1717, www.campfortune.com/aerial_tmp/aerial.html
Clash of Empires: The War that Made Canada, 1754-1763
Canadian War Museum- Clash of Empires is the first major Canadian-American joint exhibition on the first global war. It tells the story of the Seven Years’ War – a conflict that begins with Britain and France fighting for imperial predominance in North America and later spreads to Europe, the West Indies, Africa, and Asia. This war changes the world map, sets the stage for the American Revolution and is a decisive factor in the evolution of both Canada and United States. Until November 12, 2006. (819) 776-8600, 1 800 555-5621, www.warmuseum.ca
June 28, 2006
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