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Great outdoorsGetting away from it all
Does civilization sometimes pall? Ever feel the need to commune with nature? Do you dream of finding yourself in a place where Mother Nature holds absolute sway over immense tracts of forested land, a million lakes and rivers, and two major mountain ranges? Well, look no further: Québec was made just for you!
Adventure awaits!
Your foray into this vast domain can be by air, water, forest road or snowy trail. Whatever the season, you’ll find the activity that’s best suited to your individualistic nature and thirst for challenge. Adventure tourism operators who are members of Aventure Écotourisme Québec offer a range of hiking, canoeing and kayaking excursions into the heart of this pristine natural playground. Explore some of the spectacular terrain that makes Québec one of North America’s best-kept secrets!Protected natural spaces
Québec has 27 national parks, each with its own personality, scenic wonders and astonishing diversity. The mythic names of some of these sites, like Anticosti or the Mingan archipelago, are dear to the hearts of those who love adventure. Each national park also offers a choice of outdoor activities along with the specialized equipment that will help you get the best out of the surroundings, always with a view to respecting the environment.Hunting and fishing heaven
Hunters and sports fishermen can count on the services of some 400 outfitter members of the Fédération des pourvoiries du Québec (Québec outfitters federation) located throughout the province. These forest-based establishments offer up quality accommodations in a range of packages that aren’t just aimed at hunting and fishing enthusiasts: they’re also open to nature lovers wanting to experience life in the woods to its fullest.Aboriginal peoples
A stay in an Aboriginal community is a one-of-a kind opportunity to experience unparalleled cultural diversity: your chance to see the nation’s first inhabitants work toward reconciling their traditional lifestyle and values with the demands of modern living. The Amerindian nations live below the 55th parallel, while the Inuit inhabit the north, known as Nunavik.
