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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, To Tadoussac
Tadoussac, Quebec
3
Whale Safari, Innu Presentation
Tadoussac, Quebec
4
Cap-de-Bon-Désir, Marine Centre, Archéo Topo
Tadoussac, Quebec
5
Marine Mammal Museum, Whale Safari, Sand Dunes
Tadoussac, Quebec
6
Point-Noire, Montmorency Falls,
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 one mile; boarding and disembarking boats.
What You'll Learn
- 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 Whale Museum and Beluga 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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Francois Vidal
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.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
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.
Benny A. Beattie
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Benny Beattie was born in Montreal, Québec. He holds a BA and MA from Concordia University, a teaching diploma from McGill University, and a License from the University of Montreal. Benny lived in Geneva, Switzerland, from 1960-1964 where he studied, traveled, and worked in a refugee camp in Lager Wagna, Austria. He taught history and French at Lindsay Place High School in Pointe Claire, Québec, from 1965 to 1997. He has written two books, “Tadoussac – The Sands of Summer” and “A Visitors Guide to Tadoussac.”
Daniel Guertin
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Daniel (Dan) Guertin has been leading groups across Canada and the U.S.A. for over a decade. Daniel is fluently bilingual in French and English. Having worked in customer service for 40+ years and directly with Governors of the Bank of Canada in his hometown of Ottawa, he indulges in his other passions such as cruises, photography, singing, cooking, and entertaining. Settled in the small Québec village of Val-des-bois since retirement in 2023, Daniel also shares his time with his wife in Florida.
Suggested Reading List
(21 books)
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Whale Tales: Adventures in Québec With Your Grandchild
Program Number: 5455
Negotiating a River, Canada, the US, and the Creation of the St. Lawrence Seaway
This political and environmental history looks at the defining episodes of the St. Lawrence Seaway megaproject, from the complex diplomatic negotiations between the US and Canada to its lasting impact on transnational relations.
The St. Lawrence River
An examination of the St. Lawrence river as a corridor for exploration, cultural exchange, trade and economic development; for kids ages 12 to 17.
Canada, Images of the Land
From the country's expansive prairies and forests to its magnificent coastline, the over 200 images in this oversized photo book capture the sublime and staggeringly diverse landscape of Canada.
Canada and Quebec: One Country, Two Histories
An in-depth look at Canada-Quebec relations through interviews with prominent Canadian figures.
A Traveller's History of Canada
A readable and admirably concise march through Canadian history from prehistory to today, including a timeline.
Michelin Green Guide Quebec
A thorough introduction to the region in the classic Michelin style, featuring brief descriptions of all the major attractions.
Whale (Eyewitness Books)
With 900 detailed illustrations, this slim book is a highly visual guide to cetaceans that will appeal to kids ages 9 to 12.
Moon Quebec City
A practical guide in the Moon series, packed not only with travel necessities (hotels, restaurants, sights) but also with a good overview of history and destinations throughout Quebec City.
Wolfe at Quebec, The Man Who Won the French and Indian War
Hibbert brings the campaigns, life at Louisborg and dramatic capture of Quebec in 1759 to life in this tale of the neurotic, complex British general.
The Whale
A deeply engaging meditation on all things whale. Hoare saves his special love and attention for the sperm whale -- not only via a beautiful literary analysis of Moby Dick -- but also by indulging in a childhood fantasy and actually swimming with whales in the Azores.
Maria Chapdelaine, A Tale of French Canada
A young woman living with her family on the frontier in Quebec, Maria endures the hardships of isolation and climate and must choose between three suitors.
Quebec Province Map
The Canadian cartographers' map of the province at a scale of 1:750,000.
The Broken Blade
When an accident befalls his father, 13-year-old Pierre signs on to work as a fur trader in remote northern Quebec. This novel conjures the rough life of the traders and the early days of French Canada.
Historical Atlas of Canada, Canada's History Illustrated With Original Maps
Covering over 1,000 years of Canadian history (from above) this historical atlas includes previously unpublished maps, charts and illustrations, newly discovered in archives and libraries from around the world.
Three Weeks in Quebec City: The Meeting That Made Canada
A riveting history of the earliest drafting of a Canadian national constitution during the Quebec Conference of 1864.
Guide to the Offshore Wildlife of the Northern Atlantic
An oversize field guide to the seabirds, ocean mammals and turtles found off Atlantic shores north of the Tropic of Cancer featuring 39 excellent color plates and extensive descriptive information.
Why I Hate Canadians
This is the tenth anniversary edition of Ferguson's wickedly astute cultural salvo, the collection of humorous essays that launched his career. As you might guess, the title is tongue-in-cheek.
Whalewatcher, A Global Guide to Watching Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises in the Wild
A photo guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises worldwide, with featured spreads on 40 commonly encountered species.
A People's History of Quebec
This swift overview of Quebec’s 450-year history by a leading historian covers everything from the earliest days of colonization to the province’s recent efforts to gain independence. Includes a helpful timeline.
The St. Lawrence, River Route to the Great Lakes
Sixth in a series of illustrated primers on riverways around the word for ages 9-12, this is also a nice introduction for the family.
The St. Lawrence
In this original survey of the St. Lawrence, renowned naturalist Henry Beston not only includes the history of the river, but also its land and its people. Originally published in 1942, illustrated with sketches.
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