Learn-to Winter
Lachine Canal National Historic Site
The Parks Canada Learn-to Outdoor Team welcomes you to the Hangar 1825 on the Lachine Canal and to the Monk Pavilion, located in the borough of Lachine, for a free introduction to outdoor winter activities. On the menu: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat bikes available for free loan, and animation.
Learn-to Cross-Country Ski – For 4- to 12-Year-Olds
Children from 4 to 12 will learn how to choose their equipment and the basic techniques of cross-country skiing with Parks Canada Learn-to Outdoor Team. This activity is free and by reservation only.
Schedule and locations
Hangar 1825
- January 14 and 15, February 25 and 26 and March 4 and 5, 2023
- Spring Break from February 25 to March 5, 2023
* Parks Canada reserves the right to cancel the event for everyone's safety due to weather conditions. Notice to latecomers: your place will be given away.
Monk Pavilion (Lachine)
Book your place at Monk Pavilion* Parks Canada reserves the right to cancel the event for everyone's safety due to weather conditions. Notice to latecomers: your place will be given away.
Additional information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts.
- Wear weather-appropriate clothing.
- Restrooms and picnic tables are available at Hangar 1825.
- You must bring your own water bottle and snacks.
How to dress for winter activities
For an enjoyable experience, wear appropriate winter clothing for the outdoors and weather conditions. In addition to a winter coat and snow pants, choose wool or polyester clothing. Remember that you will be warm during the activity. Here are some of the items you should wear:
- Good dry socks (bring an extra pair and change socks before the activity)
- Multi-layered basic clothing
- A neck warmer
- A toque
- Gloves or mittens
- Sunglasses, as needed and depending on the weather
For fat biking, we recommend:
- A hat without a pompom that allows you to put on a bicycle helmet
- Warm boots that are soft and comfortable
- Five-finger gloves to facilitate braking and gear changes
Please note that you can use your own bike helmet for the activity.
Have fun!
Access to the Hangar 1825
The Hangar 1825 is on the north side of the canal, between the Atwater footbridge and the Saint-Gabriel Lock . You must walk to the building from Des Seigneurs Street or from Des Éclusiers Street.
Parking
There is no parking space at the Hangar 1825. Parking spots are available in the surrounding streets.
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