FUN IN THE WEST ISLAND OF MONTREAL
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Les Excursions Rapides de Lachine
8912 LaSalle blvd.
LaSalle, Montreal, QC
514.767.2230
1.800.324.RAFT
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Come discover, at the heart of Montreal, the Saint-Laurent River. Since 1992, "Les Excursions rapides de Lachine" offers rafting and jet-boating tours on the famous Lachine rapids. |
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Macdonald College Experimental Farm
21 111 Lakeshore Dr.,
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue
514.398.7701 |
Open to the public 7 days a week from 11:30am to 3:00pm. The raptor centre is open Sunday afternoons. |
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Cap St-Jacques Park
20 099 Gouin West Blvd.,
Pierrefonds
514.280.6871 |
This is a large wooded park with a beautiful waterfront and swimming area. In summer, it offers hiking and cycling trails, while in the winter you'll discover a selection of cross-country ski trails. |
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Pointe de Moulin Park
Ile Perrot |
On Ile Perrot, west of the island. this large park's name comes from the 18th century windmill on the point. Wide open spaces, a view of the lake, hiking trails and working windmill provide enjoyment; located juste 20 minutes from the West Island. |
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Morgan Arboretum
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue
514.398.7811 |
In Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue (corner Chemin Ste-Marie and Pins) is a nature reserve in the western part of the city. Enjoy the trails and woodland. Membership and information is available by calling 398.7811. |
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The Fur Trade
1255 St-Joseph Blvd.,
Lachine
514.637.7433
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In Lachine National Historic Site. Open from 10 am - 12 pm, 1 pm - 6 pm (1 pm - 6pm on Mondays). This old stone warehouses houses an exhibition recalling fur trading days in canada. |
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Lachine Canal Interpretation Center
Corner 7th Ave. and St-Joseph Blvd.,
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue
514.637.7433 |
This interpretation centre presents the main phases of the canal's construction and history. Eco-Museum, an outdoor museum located in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue (Chemin Ste-Marie), is set up as a wildlife reserve and viewing area. Great for children. Open from 9am-2pm, 7 days a week. Call 457.9449 |
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The Locks at Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue
170 Ste-Anne,
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue
514.457.5546 |
These locks join Lac St-Louis to lac des deux-Montagnes. Take a walk or sit and enjoy the view. ste-Anne-de-Bellevue offers an excellent selection of restaurants and shops. The old Daoust general store (73 Ste-Anne), still uses a trolley system with a central cash register. This 100 year old system is the only one in Canada. |
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Promenade du Pere Marquette
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Beside the Lachine canal, is a beautiful park on the waterfront offering bike paths leading all the way to Old Montreal. A good family outing. |
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Take The Ferry Ride
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Take the ferry from Hudson to Oka or tour the back roads of the Eastern Townships. But don't forget to stop and spend the afternoon in the orchards picking your own apples. The Quinn Farm in Ile Perrot and various farms in Vaudreuil offer pick-your-own fruits and vegetables during the harvesting season.
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Winter Carnival
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Winter Carnivals are held in many municipalities in February. They offer winter activities and shows for the family. Contact your recreation department for dates and schedules.
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