{"id":3701,"date":"2024-07-22T13:38:29","date_gmt":"2024-07-22T17:38:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/?p=3701"},"modified":"2024-07-22T13:56:52","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T17:56:52","slug":"summer-in-la-jacques-cartier-is-for-everyone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/summer-in-la-jacques-cartier-is-for-everyone\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer in La Jacques-Cartier is for Everyone!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Here are 5 activities to enjoy in La Jacques-Cartier, along with our suggestions for spots that offer accommodations specifically designed to improve accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ramble in the forest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many, recharging in nature is practically a necessity. The region is renowned for its mountains and spectacular trails that offer breathtaking views. Of course, forest trails can be rugged and littered with obstacles, but in La Jacques-Cartier, there are ways for people with physical limitations to ramble in the forest safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\">Station Duchesnay <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/jacques-cartier-national-park-summer\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/jacques-cartier-national-park-summer\">Jacques-Cartier National Park<\/a> both offer free specialized equipment rentals for people with reduced mobility. Station Duchesnay has three types of wheelchairs: the Kartus, designed to take on multifunctional trails as a team of two, the Hippocampe, which can handle sandy conditions, and the Trackz, a lightweight all-terrain wheelchair. Note that the latter is recommended for active people who are able to use the wheelchair without assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option is an inclusive excursion with <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/bivouaq-inclusive-adventure-tourism-agency\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/bivouaq-inclusive-adventure-tourism-agency\">Bivouaq<\/a>, which organizes safe outdoor adventures for people with disabilities, such as exploring forest trails, camping, and rock climbing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bivouaq-1-web.jpg\" alt=\"Sortie en kayak pour personne \u00e0 mobilit\u00e9 r\u00e9duite\" class=\"wp-image-2405\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Bivouaq<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have fun in the water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is also the season for enjoying aquatic activities, and the region has no shortage of watercourses to choose from. At Station Duchesnay, Hippocampe chairs are available for rent, which you can take right into the lake to cool off!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Is paddle boarding more your speed? No problem\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sup-quebec\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sup-quebec\">SUP Qu\u00e9bec<\/a> offers Stand Up Paddle outings adapted for people with reduced mobility on wonderful Lac Delage. Their team of instructors includes an occupational therapist and a special education teacher, both of whom are trained to meet special needs for a safe and enjoyable outing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you someone who is hearing impaired and uses Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) to communicate? This year, for the first time, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/la-plage-quebec\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/la-plage-quebec\">La Plage<\/a> is offering SUP for beginners, yoga on the water, and various events with a SUP instructor who can interpret in LSQ. Just contact their caring team to book an outing and have a float on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/kayak_cite_joie.jpg\" alt=\"ka\" class=\"wp-image-2393\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo:  Cit\u00e9 Joie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience summer camp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/cite-joie\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/cite-joie\">Cit\u00e9 Joie<\/a> is a respite and vacation centre in the enchanting municipality of Lac-Beauport that\u2019s been in operation for over 56 years. It offers stays of one to five consecutive days for people living with a physical or intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder. There are a ton of adapted recreational activities for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors alike, provided by qualified staff in the heart of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/velo-montagne-2-web.jpg\" alt=\"V\u00e9lo de montagne adapt\u00e9\" class=\"wp-image-2416\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo:  Fondation des sports adapt\u00e9s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go cycling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have an adapted bike? Take it for a spin on the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/velopiste-jacques-cartier-portneuf\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/velopiste-jacques-cartier-portneuf\">Jacques-Cartier\/Portneuf cycling path<\/a>, which has a stone-dust section wide enough to accommodate adapted bikes. Built on a former railway right-of-way, the trail as a whole stretches 68 km from St-Gabriel-de-Valcartier to Rivi\u00e8re-\u00e0-Pierre. Access is free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/sou-stonehamambiance1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3122\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo:  La Souche Stoneham<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy delicious local beer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, not all restaurants and microbreweries are wheelchair accessible, but not to worry! Wheelchair users can still enjoy one of the region\u2019s most festive venues, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/activite\/microbrasserie-la-souche\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/activite\/microbrasserie-la-souche\">La Souche microbrewery<\/a>. Head there to savour one of their delicious locally sourced dishes and sample the beers they brew on site. When the weather\u2019s nice, you\u2019ll love the patio\u2019s welcoming atmosphere. The highlight of the summer is their magnificent Biergarten, which is open from Friday to Sunday and features a garden, a henhouse, and beehives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s just a glimpse of the many activities available in the region! With the right equipment, you can make the most of our mountain bike trails, golf courses, Inukshuk labyrinth, and even rock-climbing spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accessible accommodations can be found through<a href=\"https:\/\/www.keroul.qc.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.keroul.qc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> K\u00e9roul<\/a><\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sportsadaptes.ca\/en\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sportsadaptes.ca\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adapted sports Foundation<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bivouaq.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bivouaq.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bivouaq<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking forward to seeing you in La Jacques-Cartier this summer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Text by :  Marilyn Pr\u00e9fontaine,<a href=\"https:\/\/leclaireuseca.wordpress.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/leclaireuseca.wordpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> L&#8217;\u00e9claireuse<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are 5 activities to enjoy in La Jacques-Cartier, along with our suggestions for spots that offer accommodations specifically designed to improve accessibility. 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