PRE-SALE 10% DISCOUNT UNTIL DECEMBER 1 // Experience a true adventure on this snowshoe and hut weekend in the heart of the Bras-du-Nord Valley. This three-day snowshoe trek will give you a taste of winter hiking on your own, carrying all your gear in your pack from hut to hut. Along the way, you'll be treated to sumptuous winter panoramas and a complete break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It's the perfect weekend for those looking for a winter adventure with the comfort of a refuge to sleep in and recharge their batteries.
This wilderness snowshoeing adventure will help you get to grips with equipment and the weight of a pack on a self-sufficient hike. Thanks to our guide, you'll enjoy a safe, supervised experience that will equip you to feel more confident and autonomous for future outings of this style.
The pace is generally slower and the physical effort more demanding on a long winter hike. A real adventure, you have to be prepared to walk long days on the Philosore trail. But believe us, it's a magnificent trail, well worth the effort in winter!
Snowshoes are mandatory and if you have crampons, we suggest you bring them too.
You'll find the full list of equipment required in the "To Know" tab.
Accommodation is in a dormitory in a refuge (without service), reserved for our group.
Special dietary requirements
You can enter them on the registration form. A vegetarian option is available, but it is not possible to have a vegan menu. A supplement may apply for special dietary requirements (e.g. gluten-free).
Saturday, January 24th
9:00am - Arrival
Preparation - revision of equipment, separation of group equipment.
Departure from l'Accueil Mauvaise to the l'Orignal hut (8.7 km).
Sunday January 25th
The hike continues - from the l'Orignal refuge to the le Philosore refuge (10.5 km).
Monday January 26th
Hike from refuge Philosore to Accueil Perthuis (8.6 km).
End of activity around 3-4pm.
Professional guide for 3 days
-Food (3 days) - excludes breakfast on January 24 and -dinner on January 26
-Ground mattresses
-2 nights in a refuge
-Group equipment - you will have to carry some of the group equipment and food
-End-of-hike beer on the last day
-Drawing and surprises from our partners
Snowshoes (mandatory)
-Crampons (if you have any)
-Transport to destination - we'll facilitate carpooling via the Togetzer platform. You can indicate your available or wanted places here.
-Sleeping bag -10° approx., we sleep in a refuge so no need for a sleeping bag -40°
-Your personal equipment and hiking backpack - See the complete list in the "to know" tab.
We have a fleet of equipment to lend you: you can indicate your needs on the registration form.
Payment can be made in two instalments. Contact us at info@leschevresdemontagne.com
No refunds, see cancellation policy.
Bras-du-Nord Valley - Roquemont Office
107 Rang Grande Ligne
Saint-Raymond, QC
G3L 2Y4
Meeting point: Roquemont office for registration.
EQUIPMENT - Mattresses are provided in the refuge
-Sleeping bag (around -5°, depending on your comfort) in a compression bag
-Camping pillow (optional)
-Earplugs (highly recommended)
-Slippers or mittens
-Headlamp (and spare batteries)
-Rucksack 65L minimum - you will have some group equipment and food to add to your rucksack
CLOTHING - Appropriate for the activity. You'll be warm during the activity and cold when we're stationary, so you'll need to pack accordingly.
Underwear
-Socks - NO cotton
-Outdoor pants (cross-country or hiking)
-Long boots - top and bottom (merino or synthetic)
-Long-sleeved sweater (synthetic)
-Warm sweater (fleece)
-Down jacket or coat
-Waterproof coat (gore-tex/nylon style shell)
-Rain pants (if no snow pants/ski pants)
-Hats (2)
-Gloves and mittens
-Neck warmer
-Comfortable shelter clothing
PERSONAL EFFECTS
-Sunglasses
-Sunscreen
-Toiletries kit (personal medicines)
-Personal first-aid kit (blisters)
-Toilet paper
-Purell soap
-Comfort pad (to avoid sitting on the snow)
FOOD
-Your food bowl: bowl, plate, cup and utensils
-Thermos (maximum 500ml)
- 1L insulated or insulated water bottle
-Reusable snack bag
SNOWSHOE
-Trail snowshoes
-Insulated winter snowshoe boots
-Walking poles
-Walking crampons
-Gaiters
We have a fleet of equipment to lend you: you can indicate your needs on the registration form.
The pace will be adapted according to winter conditions, and you can expect to spend many long days outdoors.
You must be prepared to carry a load of 30 to 40 lbs in your backpack.