Les mercredis de la Grande Aigrette

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Audience
Language French
Attendence mode Face-to-face event

Guide: Étienne McKenven, Outaouais Birders’ Club

Location: Rapides Deschênes Park. From the parking lot at the south end of Vanier Road, walk along the bike path toward the lookout, about 100 meters to the east.

Information: 3-1-1 or patrimoine@gatineau.ca


Observe Great Egrets as they return to spend the night at their roost on Conroy Island at Deschênes Rapids, a site rich in history. Observe other birds that frequent this area as well. The activity takes place at the lookout facing the tip of Conroy Island, along the bike path. Telescopes for observing birds on the island will be made available to participants.


The City of Gatineau is committed to being an inclusive and accessible environment. You can contact our team at programmationete@gatineau.ca for more details on the accessibility of sites and activities. Plan your trips with the STO’s Plani-Bus.


Our teams actively monitor the weather using several reliable tools. Decisions are made at key times of the day (morning, afternoon, and evening) and are posted on the Facebook group as well as on this page. Check for updates before heading out!