Québec Wildlife Reserves, one of the three magnificent Sépaq networks.

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	Activities and Services

Fishing

Over 800 lakes are available for fishing. They contain yellow walleye, lake trout, Northern pike, speckled trout, smallmouth bass and sturgeon. Fishing is managed by a plan determined in advance and approved by Ministère des Ressources naturelles et de la Faune du Québec. A walleye management plan is in effect in the reserve. The majority of the lakes must be reserved on site at one of the reserve’s registration centres.

New in 2008 : It is now possible to reserve your day fishing activity 4 months in advance. For example, if you want to fish on June 24, you can reserve starting on February 24. Online reservations and phone reservations start at 8:30 AM (1 800 665-6527). See Reservation Terms and Conditions and the 2008 Day Fishing brochure to find out when the different bodies of water open for fishing.
Catch and possession limits:

		Brook trout: 10.
		Lake trout: 2 (except for Lac Savary where the limit is 1)
		Northern pike: 6
		Walleye: 6
		Sturgeon: 1
		Smallmouth bass: 6

Some lakes are only accessible by ATV, others by 4X4. We recommend that you check with the Registration Centre to learn about the state of the roads/trails leading to the lake of your choice. At other times, all-terrain vehicles are prohibited everywhere in the reserve.

Hunting

Moose Hunting

Quota-based moose hunting contributes to a sound management of this wildlife resource. The density of the moose population of Réserve faunique de La Vérendrye slightly exceeds 3.5 moose /10 km2. The hunting success rate currently stands at 32,8%.

Season: From September 8 to October 8, 2008

There is a quota on moose hunting in Réserve faunique La Vérendrye and this activity is subject to a random draw.

Small Game Hunting

Spruce Grouse, Ruffed Grouse and snowshoe hare can be harvested as part of this activity.

From October 9, 2008 to January 15, 2009

White-Tailed Dear Hunting

Since the fall of 2002, white-tailed deer hunting has been open in the southern part of Réserve faunique La Vérendrye, which is part of zone 12. The average area of the hunting territories is 126 km². The success rate for this year reached 93% per group of hunters.

Season: From November 1 to 16, 2008

Spring Black Bear Hunting

This hunt is available in European plan for stays of 4 and 6 days.

Period: From May 19, to June 30, 2008

See Bear-O-Rama For more information, call 1 888 244-2427.

Outdoor Activities

Canoe-Camping

With more than 800 km of developed canoeable routes, Réserve faunique La Vérendrye certainly offers the most extensive canoe-camping network in Québec. Several lake circuits are offered. Chochocouane and Gens de Terre rivers are among the nicest descents for camping enthusiasts. For information from May to September, contact the La Vérendrye Canoe-Camping Registration Centre at (819) 435-2331 or visit the Web Site of the Fédération québécoise du canot et du kayak.

Hiking

A dozen kilometres of trails have been developed for hiking.
Description of the trails

Swimming

A lovely beach bordering Lac Jean-Peré awaits bathers.
Important : Unsupervised swimming. A recreationist is present from the end of June until mid-August for persons staying in cabins.

Many campsites have a magnificent beach! Find out about them!

Wild Berry Picking (blueberries and raspberries)