This winter, join us from February 21 to 23, 2025 in a unique experience offered 1 time only this year!
Spend a magical weekend in the heart of winter, exploring the wonders of the starry sky and taking part in memorable winter activities.
What's in store: 🌌 Winter stargazing, 🏕️ space for winter camping (with the option of sleeping at the cottage if you're very cold), 🥾 winter hiking, 🧘 indoor yoga sessions, 🚗 organized carpooling, 🍲 community potluck.
This experience is open to everyone, regardless of your level of outdoor knowledge or experience. Come and enjoy Megantic's winter splendor, surrounded by a passionate and curious community.
Reserve your place now for this unique winter adventure!
Only 10 places available!
Details
Location: Chalet Zenderfull - Mégantic.
The full program will be sent to you by e-mail.
The event starts at 7 p.m. in Mégantic.
If you're driving from Montreal, plan to leave at least 3 hours in advance. If you can't make it, that's okay :) just let us know by e-mail.
What’s inlcuded
✨ NEW: A pack of 4 Hot Poc to keep your hands warm ($35 value)
✨ NEW: A dogsled ride with Mohigans Aventure ($140 value)
✨ NEW: A 15% discount on equipment rental with LOCAPAQ
✨ NEW: 2 yoga sessions with Lorraine!
✨ Access to Parc national du Mont Mégantic
✨ Winter sky observation and night sky photography session
✨ Hiking
✨ 10% discount on the Zenderfull boutique
✨ All photos in digital version (you'll receive them by e-mail, after our outing)
✨ Carpool organization (please fill out the form to organize carpooling). You may be asked to bring other participants with you in the car.
Program
We will send you the detailed program by e-mail. Please note that our program may change depending on weather conditions.
Friday: Start of the weekend, winter camping (for those with tents), astronomy session.
Saturday: Yoga, cold plunge, dog sledding, light painting, astronomy & astrophoto, trivia.
Sunday: Sunrise hike, yoga.
Packages
You can choose between these packages, and please note that tickets are at an Early Bird discount until January 21.
Bed in a shared room, ticket for 1 person
Bed for 2 in a private room, ticket for 2 (20% discount)
Camping only (bring your equipment, with the option of sleeping in the house if you're too cold), ticket available for 1 or 2 people.
What to bring?
We will send you a more detailed list by e-mail.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
Your winter camping equipment (you can rent at LOCAPAQ, contact us to receive your 15% discount code)
A headlamp, preferably with a red light
Your food (our kitchen is fully equipped and we encourage potluck)
Snacks and a bottle of water
Warm hat, gloves, jacket or coat, or several layers of clothing to keep you warm at night.
Hiking shoes
Bath towel
Optional: camera and tripod
Your guides
Lorraine de l'Isle
Salut, moi c’est Lorraine ! Passionnée de plein air, je suis toujours partante pour bouger, que ce soit à travers le sport, les voyages ou des aventures de tout genre. Le yoga, que je pratique depuis 10 ans et enseigne depuis 2 ans, est au coeur de ma vie, c’est ma source d’équilibre. Je suis ravie de participer à ce week-end à Mégantic pour vous partager ma passion et vous guider dans des séances tous niveaux, mêlant mouvement et relaxation. Hâte de vivre ces moments uniques avec vous !
Hi, I'm Samer from Zenderfull. I'm a self-taught photographer specializing in capturing celestial landscapes. I combine my passion for astronomy and the outdoors with my expertise in photography to create unforgettable guided outings under starry skies.
I'm Lebanese-Canadian, and since arriving in Montreal in 2016, I've been scouring Quebec for the most auspicious locations to bring you along with me to capture dazzling images of the starry sky including the Milky Way and the Northern Lights.
Zenderfull is a compound word that means Zen & Wonderful, and it's the feeling I get when I'm outside observing the magic of the stars.
The Zenderfull chalet
Our Chalet is located in the center of Quebec's Dark Sky Reserve and it has 3 large bedrooms with 2 double bed, 2 double bunk beds, a double/single bunk bed. There's also a large living room with 2 sofas and 2 wood-burning stoves and a well-equipped kitchen with access to a large terrace. There are two bathrooms with a shower and plenty of storage space.
It is the best place to be if you’re looking to relax. We also have access to the forest just right behind the building so you feel very immersed in nature.
Partners
What participants say
« I had an absolute blast with Zenderfull on a night hike that I’ll never forget. As someone who’s obsessed with nature and the night sky, I had tried for years to catch the Aurora Borealis in Quebec without much luck. Then I found Zenderfull, and things got real. His Aurora chasing trip was like hitting the jackpot of stargazing. His knowledge was so impressive it felt like he had a direct line to the universe. 😂 »
« It was a great experience. Everything was perfect and I highly recommend. Totally worth it!
The instruction/directions for the astronomy hike were clear. We were given snacks and drinks for the hike. Samer had everything that was needed in case someone had forgot something (lamps, hiking poles, insect repellant, etc).
Samer gave a lot of information about astronomy during the hike which made it super interesting. »
« Samer is an amazing host and all round genuinely lovely and gracious person. His chalet is warm and cosy yet spacious and welcoming for groups. Nestled among the trees, it became a beautiful winter wonderland in the fresh snowfall. 10/10 Recommend!! Would love to return again!!! Thank you Samer! »
FAQs
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The price does not include taxes. Taxes are calculated according to your address.
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We understand that unexpected problems can arise. Please do not hesitate to contact us and we can work with you to find someone else to take your ticket or to find you another event that may be suitable.
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In case of clouds or light rain, we will assess the situation, but we will maintain the event.
If we have to cancel the event due to lack of participants, you will receive a full refund.
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Transportation is not part of our offer, but we encourage carpooling and can put you in touch with other people who can give you a lift.
We cannot refund you if you don't have a ride.
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Oui, l'événement se déroulera en anglais et en français.
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We don't need a camera for this event. If you'd like to learn how to take photos with us, you can get a 20% discount on camera rental at Royal Photo.
What's more, if you have a recent phone, you can use it for astrophotography! Yes, that's right, I'll explain how it works.
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Yes! 1 ticket is for 1 person, please make sure you have tickets for all the people accompanying you.
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If you think you're going to be late, or can't find the address, please contact us at 514 549 5791.
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No equipment is provided, but Samer will be on hand to help you set up.
We recommend you have your tent, 2 mattresses (one for the floor and one for sleeping on), a sleeping bag at -20 or -30, a liner, a Nalgene bottle and snowshoes to prepare your set-up.
We provide you with a LOCAPAQ discount of 15%, as they have all the equipment.
You'll have access to our grounds to pitch your tent, and if you're too cold you can return to the chalet to sleep in the warmth.
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Regarding food, we'll send you a spreadsheet where you can see what the other participants are bringing, and we'll have some ideas for dishes for you too. And you'll have access to a Facebook chat group to talk to each other.