Calendar of events 2024
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Film and talk: "L'orignal, ce solosse de nos forêts" (in French)
Culture and entertainment Nature
Illustration: Karine Savard Location(s): Forillon National ParkCost: $5, free for young people aged 17 and under
Wheelchair Accessible
Other presentations will be held on July 25 and August 8 at 7 pm as well.
The moose, the colossus of our forests: film and talk (in French)
Take part in an activity that showcases the beauty and complexity of boreal wildlife: an evening of film and discussion. Following the screening of the film Festin boréal (2024), by Quebec filmmaker Robert Morin, our colleague biologist and wildlife photographer Pierre Etcheverry will host a talk about the moose, this colossus of our forests, and the essential role of death in the health of the forest ecosystem. The talk will be followed by a discussion.
Here's the synopsis: Struck by an arrow, a moose escapes its pursuers to die deep in the forest, feasting on its fellow creatures. First wasps, flies and beetles, then crows, eagles, vultures, and finally all the carnivorous mammals of the boreal forest. The banquet is the occasion for games, rituals and conflicts between species and between rivals from the same families. By spring, there’ll be nothing left of the giant but the silhouette of his body imprinted on nature.
Meet at the Visitor and Discovery Centre (North Sector) at 7 pm.
This event is a collaboration between Cinélune de Gaspé, the City of Gaspé and Parks Canada.
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Show at sunrise at Cap-Bon-Ami - Festival Musique du Bout du Monde
Culture and entertainment Nature
Time: 04:30 AM - 06:30 AMLocation(s): Forillon National ParkSOLD OUT
Québécois singer-songwriter Martin Léon will be presenting the sunrise show at Cap-Bon-Ami this year for the 20th edition of the Musique du Bout du Monde Festival. A poet, arranger, and music producer, Martin Léon has been sharing his life between film music, travels, and songwriting for over 25 years.
Accompanied by exceptional pianist Martin Lizotte, Martin Léon will revisit the works that have marked his musical journey.
No show tickets will be sold on-site. Ticket holders must pay park admission fees to access the venue. The show starts at 4:45 am.
Coffee will be available on-site, served by the team from the Centre culturel le Griffon.
It is recommended to bring a chair, blanket, and a thermos!
The entrance booth at the North sector of the park will be open all night. Cap-Bon-Ami is accessible from 3:20 am.
In case of rain, the show may still go on.
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Forillon Ultra Trail
Nature Sports and recreation
@Événements Gaspésia Location(s): Forillon National ParkCost: Fees varyÉvénements Gaspesia is proud to partner with Parks Canada to present the Ultra Trail Forillon (UTF).
Run through trails ranging from 1 km to 164 km between sea and mountains. You'll cross landscapes of great natural and cultural beauty within a national park setting. Take part in stage races spread over two days.
Your first experience at Pace du Bonheur!
We are happy to collaborate with Pace du Bonheur to allow as many people as possible to have a positive first trail running experience. All our courses of 24 kilometers and less are exempt from time barriers, allowing you to discover and enjoy the world-renowned landscapes of Forillon!
The starting point for the Ultra Trail Forillon is at Grande-Grave, in the South area of the park. The trails follow landscapes of great diversity: they cross forests and ridges, skirt coves and lakes, traverse streams and heritage sites. Wildlife is also present in this national park: stay alert!
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