[Last update : February 25^th, 2018]

2018 WINTER ACTIVITIES Discover our Historical and Natural Heritage Snowshoe or Cross Country Ski (walk if no snow)

Sunday March 25^th, 10 am

All members are invited to the 28^th Annual General Assembly of Potton Heritage Association convened for Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 10 a.m. in the Town Hall in Mansonville. [ View Agenda ] You are cordially invited to join in a potluck meal at the conclusion of the Meeting, around 12:30 pm. Bring a dish to share and your preferred beverage.  Ham, salmon, cheese, tea and coffee will be provided. Please confirm your presence before March 15, 2018.   On line reservations

Thursday, December 21^st, 2017, 6:45 am

Winter solstice at the summit of Owl’s Head.
Leader: Pierre Bastien. Meet at chairlift at 6:45 am sharp.
Cost of chairlift: $15 (Free for owners of a day or season ski pass).
Schedule 6:30 am if you need to buy a ticket. Buffet breakfast at 8 am: cost of $15 tax included.
On line reservations before December 19^th. This activity is weather dependent.
Watch the web site on the 19^th for confirmation or cancellation.

Saturday, January 6^th, 12 noon [Please note the schedule in the afternoon]
   Cancelled
Easy to intermediate snowshoe excursion in the woods in Saint-Étienne de Bolton.
Meet at Municipal Parking (rue du Parc).
Lunch around 2 pm at Bistro Coop du Grand Bois, 12 rue Principale.
Cost $13 tax not included. Wine and beer available.

Saturday, January 13^th, 12 noon [Please note the schedule in the afternoon]

Easy to intermediate snowshoeing in the woods.
Meet at Le Petit Randonneur inn and restaurant at 751, route de Mansonville.
Lunch around 2 pm. Cost of lunch: $13 tax not included.
Wine and beer available. On line reservations  (max. 40 people).

Saturday, January 20^th, 1:30 pm [Please note the schedule in the afternoon]

Easy snowshoeing on Sugar Loaf and Elephantis Mountains.
Meet at 50, chemin Hilmar-Krausser. Scottish flavour in honour of poet Robbie Burns.
Hosts: Diane and Michael, 450-292-4432 (max. 35 people).

Saturday, January 27^th, 10 am

Snowshoeing on Mount Bear, chalenging and easy level.
Meet at 15, chemin Maurice-Côté
Car pool for excursion to 41, chemin du Mont Bear at Danielle and Peter’s place.
Lunch will take place at 15 chemin Maurice-Côté.
Reservations: Fiona and David, 450-292-0797 (max. 30 people)

Saturday, February 3^rd, 10 am
Cancelled
Snowshoeing on the slope of Mount Elephantis; choice of distance and level.
Meet at 387, chemin du Lac. Hosts: Hélène and Gilles at 2, chemin Harry George.
Reservations: 450-292-4479 (max. 28 people).

Saturday, February 10^th, 10 am

Easy snowshoe excursion on wooded land. Meet at 418, chemin Leadville.
Hosts: Béatrice and Karsten. Reservations: 450-292-6872 (max. 30 people).

Saturday, February 17^th, 10 am

Walk on the road or easy snowshoeing on the golf course.
Meet at 181, chemin Owl’s Head.
Hosts: Édith and Christian. Reservations: 450-292-0547 (max. 30 people).

Saturday, February 24^th, 12 noon [Please note the schedule in the afternoon]

Easy snowshoeing on the trails near the Missisquoi river.
Opportunity to visit the safe sanctuary for farm animals in the Eastern Townships. Founder, Catherine Gagnieux will give a tour of the animal shelters. Meet at 508, route de Mansonville
Lunch around 2 pm at Bistro Chouette, 304, rue Principale, Mansonville
Cost: $13.00 tax not included; wine and beer available.
On line reservations  (max.25 people).

Notes

• Excursions are free of charge to Association members, $5 required from non-members.
• Excursions are cancelled if weather is inclement.
• Meal charge after excursion in private homes: $10 each, member and guest, to defray cost of hosting the group.
• Please be kind enough to make reservations for lunch in a private home, since space is limited. Also, in the case of cancellations, please let your host know at least 2 days in advance, failing which you will be required to pay your host. If you’re not able to attend, perhaps others could take your place.

For additional information:

Carol Bishop: 514-481-6279
Janine Sourdif: 450-292-3780
info@pottonheritage.org

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