Outfitters in Quebec have been providing services to snowmobilers for a very long time. To give you an example of what is possible in terms of stays and services, I have decided to introduce you to the Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts.
“We started fitting out 27 years ago. Right from the start we had a European clientele interested in snowmobiles,” explains owner Gaston Pellerin.
“Over the years we’ve dabbled in the snowmobile world, even going so far as to start La Trail à Gaston. It departs from the Mastigouche Game Reserve and takes snowmobilers to the inn’s courtyard. We work with the Club Motoneige Mastigouche.
“I would tell you that most of the trails in the area lead to us as snowmobilers can access us via local trails 319, 350 and 349. We span the Mauricie and Lanaudière regions. We can accommodate more than 200 people and offer them the services they are looking for. »
On the premises of the outfitter you can use the food services, accommodation, indoor swimming pool, ice fishing excursions and dog sled rides.
“We want to offer the maximum to the people who visit us, so that their experience meets their expectations,” says the owner. Over time we have expanded our offer with snowmobile rental including all clothing and more for people who want to get to know this unique winter hobby.
“We built a 140-kilometer mini circuit. Our fleet includes 27 machines. We believe in this winter activity that brings us a lot financially. The same goes for all other outfitters in Quebec that offer services to snowmobilers.
Photo courtesy of Lac Blanc Outfitter
Snowmobilers are free to roam the site and park near the inn, where you will find the outfitter’s various services.
“Quebec is real snowmobile country with its network of trails and all the club volunteers that work there. »
To learn more about the packages offered and all other services, you can call the outfitter directly at (819) 265-4242 or visit their website at www.pourvoirielacblanc.com.
Anywhere in Quebec
The example I gave you with the Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc can be found almost everywhere, in several regions of Quebec. More than a hundred outfitters offer you accommodation, fuel, guided discovery activities and more, not to mention food.
The outfitters know their territory very well. They can help you discover it through organized hikes, or, if you’re looking for thrills, you can indulge yourself with several of them off-trail.
One of the best ways to sum up the situation is to give you numbers that tell you all about the services outfitters can offer snowmobilers.
As a result, 46 outfitters in 13 regions of Quebec offer services for snowmobilers. For guided tours, 34 operators in 11 regions are available for snowmobile drivers who want to explore during their stay.
Fourteen companies offer off-trail snowmobile excursions in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Baie-James, Côte-Nord, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Mauricie, Québec/Charlevoix, Outaouais and Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean regions.
A total of 67 outfitters are snowmobile relays in 11 regions of Quebec. The relays are an award for outfitters who offer catering and fueling services. In addition, these outfitters guarantee direct, marked access to local or regional hiking trails. These are great places to take a break or start a snowmobile trip.
Also for beginners
If you are a newbie and want to discover the world of snowmobiling, you can take advantage of a stay at one of the 31 outfitters that offer snowmobile rentals. They are located in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Baie-James, Côte-Nord, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Mauricie, Québec/Charlevoix, Outaouais and Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean regions.
A stay with an outfitter is a unique nature experience. Outfitters offer a variety of options, from staying at a cabin with ice fishing to even an inn with dog sledding.
To find the right outfitter, go to www.pourvoiries.com under the ‘Snowmobiles’ tab.
IN SUMMARY
CONDITIONS WAYS
The recent snowfalls that have fallen on Quebec have greatly altered the condition of the trail network. If you go to the Fédération des Clubs de Motoneigistes du Québec website at www.fcmq.qc.ca, you will quickly see on the track conditions map that the vast majority of tracks are open and very often have perfect conditions. . The closures are limited to a few small areas. However, watercourses can pose a problem in several places. It is therefore essential to carefully consult the map or the iMotoneige application before planning a ride. The season has finally started.
