Québec
Whale Tales: Adventures in Québec With Your Grandchild
Program No. 5455RJ
See feeding whales, visit giant sand dunes, embark on a marine safari and hear the story of local First Nations people as you explore the St. Lawrence River region with your grandchild.
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7 days
6 nights
16 meals
6B 5L 5D
1
Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Quebec City, Québec
2
Quebec Aquarium, History of the St. Lawrence River
Tadoussac, Quebec
3
History of Tadoussac Presentation, Whale Safari
Tadoussac, Quebec
4
Cap-de-Bon-Désir, Marine Centre, Archéo Topo
Tadoussac, Quebec
5
Whale Research Station, Whale Safari, Sand Dunes
Tadoussac, Quebec
6
Maritime Museum, Free Time
Quebec City, Québec
7
Program Concludes
Quebec City, Québec
At a Glance
The humpback, beluga, minke and blue whales that swim through the cool waters of Québec may be some of the largest creatures on the planet, but did you know these gentle giants spend their days snacking on two-inch crustaceans called krill? Learn these whale tales and more as you study whalelore in Québec with your grandchild. Along the shores of charming French Canadian rural towns, observe whale species in their feeding grounds on marine safaris and from the shore. Run and play on the sand dunes on the St. Lawrence River, cool down in the spray of a gigantic water fall and make your own pottery just like aboriginal people did thousands of years ago.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walks up to two miles; boarding and disembarking boats; periods of standing at museums and outdoor observation platforms.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Search for whales on two whale-watching safaris in one of the largest marine protected areas in Canada.
- Learn all about these fascinating creatures at the Marine Mammal Interpretation Center.
- Run, jump, roll and slide down sand dunes descending 200 feet to the shore.
General Notes
Program is for grandchildren ages 9-12.
Featured Expert
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Marie Legroulx
Marie is an eleventh-generation Quebecoise whose ancestors settled on the shores of the St. Lawrence River in the mid-17th century. She has a BA in history and an MA in Quebec literature from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. Marie draws on both fields in her Road Scholar learning adventures as well as within her life more broadly. She taught French and Quebec literature for 25 years at the university level. Marie has been leading groups in Quebec City and the surrounding area since 2008.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
Chantal Bellon
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A retired teacher, Chantal Bellon has lead visitors around the province of Québec, to the vibrant city of Toronto and the beautiful Niagara Falls, to the nation’s capital in Ottawa. Chantal enjoys sharing the charm and beauty of her home country with guests from around the globe and always looks forward to learning something new from them too. Although as a teacher, she primarily taught math and science, she has an eclectic love for travel, music, carpentry, and animals.
Clarisse Fréchette
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Clarisse Frechette’s family arrived in Québec back in 1677 as shipbuilders. She has a bachelor’s degree in sociology and worked as a research agent for Québec’s Department of Education before taking on the role of a field manager for Statistics Quebec. Becoming an educational interpreter was second nature for Clarisse, with her love of history and certainly her love of Québec! She has explored the old streets of Québec for over 20 years. It is always her pleasure to help people discover this area.
Marie Legroulx
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Marie is an eleventh-generation Quebecoise whose ancestors settled on the shores of the St. Lawrence River in the mid-17th century. She has a BA in history and an MA in Quebec literature from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. Marie draws on both fields in her Road Scholar learning adventures as well as within her life more broadly. She taught French and Quebec literature for 25 years at the university level. Marie has been leading groups in Quebec City and the surrounding area since 2008.
Francois Vidal
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François Vidal was born in Québec City, where he spent years studying theatre and travel. He frequently combines his education with his love for Québec City and its rich history, performing in numerous educational theatrical productions. François has been an educational interpreter in Québec City since 2009 and is well-known for his personification of historical figures including a recent production in which he portrayed General Montcalm from the French-Indian War. François displays a keen interest in the architecture, culture and lifestyle in Québec City.
Routes Adventures Mobile Phone
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Please call the toll free line at 1-866-745-1690 during regular business hours or for non-urgent matters (Mon - Fri 8:30 - 4:30 EST). The mobile phone #1-613-331-5777 is for after hours and weekends for emergency use only. The phone is carried by a staff member.
Jane Chambers Evans
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Jane Chambers Evans is a proud member of a small Anglophone community with deep roots in Tadoussac, tracing its ancestry back to the 1860s. Since retiring with her husband in 2014, Jane has remained deeply connected to her heritage and the pivotal role her community has played in Tadoussac's development. With a distinguished 40-year career in healthcare, Jane now serves as a municipal councilor in Tadoussac, a village of 800 residents. Her engagement offers her a unique perspective on Tadoussac’s rich history, geography, and culture.
Suggested Reading List
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