Apple Orchard Train Tour, Sept. & Oct. 2011
At first glance, it may seem that this event is a bit pricey but take into account that it is an all-afternoon trip and you walk away with a big bag of apples. Maybe the price will make sense then. A fun afternoon taking the train and enjoying the outdoors with your family and/or friends.
This information is also available on the AMT website.
THE APPLE ORCHARD TOUR
A perennial favourite in our schedule, the Apple Orchard Tours take place every year in different orchards around the Lower Laurentians. Bring your lunch basket and enjoy an al fresco picnic. The train takes you safely and comfortably home with your bag of fresh-picked apples. Five-pound bag of apples included for kids 6 to 12 years of age, and a ten-pound bag for anyone 13 or older.There’s one trip this coming Saturday, Sept. 3.
| Thursdays : September 22 and 29 | |||||
| Departure: | 11:30 a.m. | Central Station | Return: | 4:15 p.m. | Central Station |
| Saturdays: September 3, 10, 17, 24 / October 1, 8 | |||||
| Departure: | 12:00 p.m. | Central Station | Return: | 5:00 p.m. | Central Station |
| Rates per age group (taxes included) | Bring your lunch! | ||||
| 0-5 | 6-12 | 13-17 | 18-64 | 65+ |
| FREE | $11.85 | $28.15 | $31.15 | $28.15 |
| Family special – 2 adults + 2 children (6 to 12 years old): $73.00 | ||||
Redpath Museum: Stones walking tour, September 18, 2011.
An offering of the Redpath Museum:
A family-friendly walking tour of the fossils, minerals and secret spots found in the walls of some of downtown Montreal’s proudest institutions. The tour starts at the Redpath Museum (859 Sherbrooke Street West) and returns along Sherbrooke Street west from the Beaux Arts Museum. All ages welcome. In english. Reservation necessary. $12 adult regular, $7 senior/student/child. Includes a copy of the popular booklet What Building Stones Tell. Call 514-398-4094 to reserve or email: science.outreach @ mcgill. ca.
Montréal, a fortified town – walking tour, August 31, 2011.
A free (and fun!) activity for all:
In partnership with the city of Montréal, an archaeological and historical walking tour through the heart of Montréal’s first downtown. Join archaeologists and explore evocative traces of the urban landscape of 18th century Montréal. Space is limited. Reservations required, call 514-872-9150 or email info @pacmusee.qc.ca.
YogaFest, July 1, 2011
Want a great way to enjoy yourself while celebrating Canada’s birthday? Why not participate in the YogaFest:
The 2nd edition of the Yogafest is here! From 10am to 6pm, the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal welcome you to celebrate Canada Day and discover the benefits of yoga! Enjoy a day of pure fun and relaxation for all the family! The Yogafest 2011 is for everyone, from beginners to advanced.
The event starts at 10 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m.
Rent a volleyball court for an hour
June 18, 2011 by MarijkeD
Filed under Ongoing Deals, Outdoors, Physical exercise
Here’s a great way to have some fun with friends and get outside for a fun activity: rent a volleyball court from MiltonPark.org.
Outdoor volleyball courts are available for rent at $50/hr from April through October. If you have a gang of 10 or 12 people, that’s 6.00 or less for each person. Call Terrence at 514-872-0566 for more information.
Check it out on their website.
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River surfing in Montreal – fun!
June 16, 2011 by MarijkeD
Filed under Outdoors, Physical exercise
Have you ever thought of river surfing? I’ve heard that Montreal is one of the best spots for river surfing. Although it’s similar to ocean surfing, it’s different enough to be a challenge.
The cost is really getting the equipment you need, but if you don’t have equipment and want to give surfing a try, you can always go to Mountain Equipment Co-op to rent one.
To learn more about other places to rent equipment and the places to surf, check out Surf Montreal, where there’s a ton of information for the surfing amateur to the enthusiast.
Montreal Dragon Boat Race Festival, July 22-24, 2011.
Come and watch over 200 teams competing in the 16th edition of Montreal’s International Dragon Boat Race Festival. Held at Parc Jean-Drapeau’s Olympic Basin, the event is free to all spectators, but if you come by car, you will have to pay for parking.
There will also be live entertainment and activities for everyone, including arts and crafts and food tasting.
You can find the schedule at the Dragon Boat Festival website.
Oh – and they’re looking for volunteers. Why not volunteer and be part of the fun?
Free Dancing in Verdun, Summer 2011
June 9, 2011 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Outdoors
MOTC reader Christina sent us this tip – and it’s one of the free fun things to do in Montreal:
“There is always free dancing (salsa, tango, etc) under the Gazebo across from the Douglas Hospital.” Thanks Christina!
The waterfront in Verdun runs along LaSalle Boulevard and across from the Douglas, located at 6875 boulevard Lasalle, you’ll find a gazebo and greenhouses. Every night, during the summer, you have the opportunity to dance with friends or people who become friends. Here is the schedule:
Sunday: 1 pm to 4 pm – Line dancing and social dancing
4:30 to 9 – Country dancing
Monday: 6:30 pm to 10 pm – Salsa
Tuesday: 7 pm to 10 pm – Line dancing course
Wednesday: 7 to 9 – Tango
Thursday: 7 to 9 – Swing
Friday: 7 to 10 – Social dancing
Saturday: 6:30 to 10 – Social dancing
Biodiversity Day, May 22, 2011
Where: Mount Royal Park
What: Tree planting and workshop so we can learn about the native speciesthe importance of biodiversity for the health of our urban forests.
When: from noon to 3 pm
Learn about where to bike in Montreal: April 20, 2011
A fun way to see Montreal is to get around by bike, but what do you do if you want to bicycle around Montreal and don’t know your options? You may be interested in this workshop hosted by Bicycle tourism writer Patrice Marcotte.
Where: Montréal/Bibliothèque du Mile End at 5434 Park Avenue
When: April 20, 2011 from 7 pm to 8:15 pm
Reservations are strongly recommended.
514 872-2141
