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With opening nightfast approaching,the Coaticook

Gorge is once again set tothrill visitors with its thirdannual Foresta Lumina lightshow. A one-of-a kind experi-ence for all ages, the activityhas become a favourite ofboth locals and touristsalike.

Established by the Gorge

as a way to create a revolu-tionary product and pro-mote tourism, ForestaLumina has drawn rave re-views from the vast majorityof visitors who have been apart of this unique experi-ence. Critics agree, and theForest Lumina was awardedthe Thea Award from theThemed Entertainment Asso-ciation (TEA).

The event combines ele-ments of storytelling and

light and laser technology -as well as a distinct locationcarved out of perhaps themost prominent naturalwonder in the Eastern Town-ships - as a way to introducethose participating in theevent to the local history andsignificance of Coaticookand the Gorge itself. A fun,dazzling, and sometimesspooky walking adventure,Forest Lumina makes for aperfect summer night activ-

ity. Visitors make their way

along a two-kilometre trailthat winds through sevenseparate zones, each withtheir part of a local legend totell. Proper footwear is en-couraged, however the trailis considered user-friendlyand accessible for almosteveryone.

Rates are reasonable,$14.79 for adults and

Coaticook Gorge to light up the night forthird consecutive year

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The Tour des Arts, an an-nual art festival held invarious municipalities

in the Eastern Townships,will be held July 16 to 24. Inits 28th year, the event givesvisitors the opportunity tomeet artists from aroundthe Eastern Townships andsee their work on display intowns like Sutton, LacBrome, Bolton, and Man-sonville.

Thirty-nine artists are ex-pected to take part in the2016 Tour des Arts. As a funalternative to traditional artshows, the artists open theirhomes and studios to thoseparticipating in the tour.Going from studio to studio,visitors are able to observedemonstrations and interact

with the artists in their ownspaces to get a better feel forthe artist's inspiration andlearn more about the cre-ative process that is in-volved.

There is a wide variety ofart forms that are a part ofthe tour, including painting,pottery, furniture making,and jewelry making, amongothers. All artists are local tothe Townships, and theirwork is available for pur-chase.

Stanley Lake, a local pot-ter and co-founder of theTour des Arts, believes thatthe event has major eco-nomic advantages for theartists, and more impor-tantly for the region itself.“Sixty per cent of those tour-ing are from outside thearea,” Lake said. “This is one

of the reasons that we get somuch support from the mu-nicipalities.”

According to Lake, theTour des Arts attracts be-tween 5,000 and 7,000 visi-tors annually and hedescribes it as an importanteconomic stimulus for thearea. “Eighty to 90 per centof those participating willeat at a local restaurant,” hestated, alluding to the bene-fits of the event for localbusinesses.

Furthermore, the event isextremely lucrative for theparticipating artists. Theartists see traffic in theirstudio rise dramatically,with sales increasing as a re-sult of this. “Over 100 visi-tors stop by [my studio] perday during the tour,” saidLake, “which is obviously

good for business.” The tour also hosts

evening events throughoutthe week to wind down aftera long day of touring studiosthroughout the region. Theschedule includes dinners,concerts, poetry readings,and dancing. Events will beheld in Sutton, Lac Brome,and many of the surround-ing municipalities.

For more information onthe artists participating inthe tour and for a map ofthe various locations thatare a part of this year’s tour,please visit www.tourde-sarts.com or call 1-800-565-8455.

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$8.70 for children, andgroups leave in staggeredtimes. The event runs fromJune 17 to Oct. 9 and reserva-tions - online or by phone -are highly encouraged. Nowin its third year, the showcontinues to be increasinglypopular and the results are aclear reflection of its popu-larity. Tourism for the parkand the region has receiveda significant boost since theForesta Lumina started.

Although the park’sbiggest draw occurs at night,there are ample opportuni-ties to visit during the day aswell. The Gorge features anextensive network of walk-ing trails, as well as camp-ing, a now-defuncthydroelectric dam, and oneof North America’s longestsuspended pedestrianbridges, which offers stun-ning views of the Gorge it-self.

Whether visiting day ornight, the Gorge is an unpar-

alleled experience for a widevariety of ages. Howeveraside from all of the activi-ties that the park has tooffer, Foresta Lu-mina is undoubt-edly a must see forthose looking forthe perfect out-door activity on ahot summer night.

The Gorge is lo-cated at 135 RueMichaud, in Coati-cook, Quebec. Formore information

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Hip hopping through the TownshipsBy Phil Rich

The Eastern Townshipshas slowly become a de-sirable destination for

those who love their beer.Boasting an impressive num-ber of microbreweries fromFarnham to Stanstead, thearea has historically been aplace where beer - the pro-duction and consumption ofit - is intrinsically linked toits heritage.

That being said, there arenumerous ways to explorethe Eastern Townships. Onemay decide to bike throughthe region. Or camp theirway. Or even eat their way.But potentially the best op-tion of all for those who lovebeer?

Sip your way through theregion.

Craft beer has emerged asa burgeoning industry, withmicrobreweries slowly sup-planting the traditional beerindustry in the last decade orso. This has become apparentin the Eastern Townships es-

pecially, which has steadilybecome a major contributorto Quebec’s craft beer indus-try.

Take Brouemont for exam-ple. Located in Bromont, asmall town with a world-class industrial park, skislope, water park and agri-cultural centre, locatedabout an hour’s drive fromMontreal, Brouemont offersa host of options for bothbeer lovers and foodies. Offi-cially considered a “micro-brasserie”, Brouemont hasbecome a premier destina-tion for those visitingBromont to enjoy the out-door activities that the townhas to offer.

After a long day of hikingand biking during the sum-mer, or skiing in winter, a de-cent beer and food isgenerally in order and Broue-mont is just the place. Boast-ing an extensive drink menu,including an impressive 15beers on tap, there is some-thing for all visitors to enjoy.All the beers are brewed on

location and include special-ties such as the rousse a l’er-able (Maple Red) and theframboise et miel (Honey-Raspberry).

Another terrific option isLennoxville’s Golden LionPub and Brewery. Locatedjust outside of downtownSherbrooke and down thestreet from Bishop’s Univer-sity, the Lion may be the per-fect place for a mid-day patiodrink on a sunny afternoon.Established in 1986 andwidely considered Quebec’sfirst official microbrewery,the brewery offers five beersyear round - and an addi-tional blueberry/watermelonwheat beer during the sum-mer season - and also sells itsbeer in local stores.

The brewery’s old-fash-ioned open-vat brewing setsit apart from other micro-breweries, making it not onlya unique place to visit, butalso an overall unique experi-ence. Not to worry, the townis usually devoid of studentsduring the summer months.

If you’re seeking a moreurban option, then check outSiboire in downtown Sher-brooke. Situated within thecity’s restored train station,Siboire’s first locationopened in 2007 and thrived.In order to accommodatemore customers a second lo-cation was opened near Lac-des-Nations, not far from theoriginal location.

Offering roughly 10 beersplus several other revolvingspecialties, there is no short-age of choices at either of thelocations. As an addedbonus, the staff is friendly,the food is good, and it is lo-cated right next to one of thecity’s central public transitterminals.

In addition, there aremany other Townships’ mi-crobreweries worth checkingout, namely Le Grimoire inGranby, Microbrasserie deCoaticook, and BrasserieDunham, and all are sure tomake for a delicious and dif-ferent Eastern Townships ex-perience.


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A fall tradition with deep rootsBy Phil Rich

Traditionally, the East-ern Townships hasbeen primarily an agri-

cultural sector. The regionboasts deep agriculturalroots, which have influencedthe development of this partof the province for centuries.More importantly, many ofthe activities presentedthroughout the summermonths allow those visitingthe Townships to learn moreabout farm production.

These learning opportuni-ties complement other activ-ities that the Townships hasto offer, and allow visitors toget a better understandingof food-to-table issues.

There are several exhibi-tion fairs staged in varioustowns and counties through-out the townships in Augustand September. These fairshave been a hallmark of theregion for close to 200 years

and continue to thrive today.Fairs feature the crème-de-la-crème of farm stock andoffer activities for the wholefamily, including locally-pro-duced food, crafts, carnivalgames, music, parades, andmany events which involvefarm animals.

The Coaticook Valley Fairis set to kick off the fair sea-son Aug. 4 to 7 and it will befollowed by Quebec’s oldestagricultural fair in Bedfordwhich will be celebrating its193rd year from Aug. 11 to14. Both will welcome thou-sands of enthusiastic visitorslooking to enjoy the dairyproducts that these townsare known for.

If visiting the Townshipstowards the end of August,be sure to make your way toCookshire-Eaton and Ayer’sCliff. Cookshire-Eaton hoststhe Compton County Agri-cultural Society’s agricul-tural exhibition Aug. 18 to

21, while the 171st annualAyer’s Cliff agricultural fairis the following weekendfrom Aug. 25 to 28.

Finally, perhaps thebiggest fair will arrive comeSeptember. The Expo BromeFair traditionally takes placeover four days on Labour Dayweekend and welcomes up-wards of 45,000 attendeeseach year. This year’s editionis scheduled forSept. 2 to 5. A widevariety of food stalls,carnival games,barns, and machin-ery will be on dis-play, along withlocally-grown pro-duce and handmadecrafts. Sunday after-noon’s grand paradeis the crowning mo-ment of a terrificweekend and is notto be missed. Thetown of Richmondsignals the end of

the fair season from Sept. 8to 11.

WIth something for every-one, agricultural fairs are aunique experience for allages; ultimately helping tocelebrate the summermonths and usher in theharvest season, all the whilepreserving the Townships’unique agricultural identity.

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Camp under the stars in Mont- Mégantic National Park

By Phil Rich

There are over 25 provin-cial parks locatedacross Quebec. Under

the administration of the So-ciété des Etablissements dePlein Air du Quebec (SÉPAQ),all have their own uniquefeatures and offer a wide va-riety of activities that aresure to please all outdoor en-thusiasts.

Parc national du Mont-Mé-gantic is no different. It’sjust a little darker.

Featuring numerous hik-ing and biking trails, camp-ing, cross-country skiing,snowshoeing, and more,Mont-Mégantic has become amecca for stargazers - bothamateur and professional -from across the globe.

A certified InternationalDark Sky Reserve, and in factthe first of its kind to havereceived this designation,

the park offers visitors theopportunity to appreciate anight sky like no otheracross Canada during thewinter and summer months.Thanks to a distinct lack oflight pollution in the parkand the surrounding area,the night sky above the parkbecomes one of the premierlight shows in the world. Litup by millions of stars thatare distinguishable with thenaked eye.

This night sky experienceis unparalleled. Very fewdark sky preserves exist in-ternationally. In fact just 10reserves worldwide havebeen officially deemed darksky zones by the Interna-tional Dark-Sky Association.Furthermore, of those 10,Mont-Mégantic is the onlyNorth American location tohave achieved this certifica-tion.

For those interested in

learning more about thenight sky than their camp-sites have to offer, visitorscan attend a workshop at theASTROLab - an observatorylocated at the top of one ofthe mountain’s ridges.

Perhaps the park’s biggesttourist-draw, the researchcentre was built in 1978 andprovides an educationalcomponent to a visit to thepark. Visitors may book ac-tivities and tour times inorder to learn more aboutthe night sky, and have theopportunity to use the obser-vatory's world-class tele-scope.

The ASTROLab also organ-izes astronomy evenings forspecial occasions, such asthe Perseid meteor showerand its own Popular Astron-omy Festival to be held thesecond and third weekendsof July.

Although a significant

emphasis is placed on itsnight-time attractions, thepark offers many daytime ac-tivities as well. With over 25kilometres of trails - 17 dedi-cated solely to hiking - Mont-Megantic is a hiker’s dream.In addition, there is cyclingin parts of the park and thesurrounding area, as well asvarious camping options.These include traditionalcampsites, rustic camping,and the increasingly popular“Huttopia” style of tent; apermanent structure that isavailable for rent and in-cludes basic furnishings.

Regardless of whether it isday or night, Parc Nationaldu Mont-Megantic offers vis-itors a once in a lifetime ex-perience. For moreinformation about the park,the ASTROLab, or the Inter-national Dark-Sky Associa-tion, please visit theirwebsites or call 819-888-2943.


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June to mid-OctoberAyer’s Cliff Farmer’s Market, Saturdays 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.(fairgrounds)

June 4:Fishing Day at the MunicipalGazebo on Main St.

June 4-5Music Fest for Children’s WishFoundation (fairgrounds)

June 16-19Rodeo (fairgrounds)

August 25-28Annual Ayer’s Cliff Fair

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Statement #2) The Fraser Institute's most recent wait times report finds that wait times (GP to treatment) have almost doubled since 1993.TRUE - The above quote comes from Fraser Institute Senior Economist Bacchus Barua, who states further that, "Worse, physicians report thatpatients generally wait almost three weeks longer than what they consider clinically reasonable (after consultation with a specialist)." (Both quotesfrom Bacchus Barua's piece for the Huffington Post Canada, entitled "Canada's Health‐care System is Failing to Deliver Timely Care to Patients".)

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Aperfect example ofwhat has become asuccessful agro-

tourism industry, the BromeLake Duck Festival will con-tinue to be a staple in theEastern Townships duringthis year’s summer and fallseason. The festival is heldannually in the town ofKnowlton and will return forits 21st edition.

Traditionally hosted overtwo weekends in September,the festival features numer-ous vendors and exhibitorsfrom across the province.The exhibitors offer a widerange of products. Cheese,meats, jams, ciders, wines,artisanal crafts such as jew-elry and pottery, and ofcourse duck, are among the

products on display in thestreets of Knowlton.

This year’s edition of thefestival will feature a slightdeviation from its tradi-tional formula. Led by ateam of two new coordina-tors - Armand Gaudet andMichel Fournier - the festivalwill prioritize local cuisineand restaurants, rather thanthe street festival itself.

“We’re looking to place anemphasis on gourmet foodand restaurants,” saidGaudet in a phone interviewon a rainy Sunday afternoon.“We really want to focus onworking with restaurants tocreate a wider variety ofduck plates. Diversity inrestaurants is important tothe festival, especially withduck.”

More significantly, the

street festival will only beheld on the second officialweekend of the festival -Sept. 24 and 25. Accordingto Gaudet, the proposaltabled by him and Fournierfocused more on makingSeptember a month celebrat-ing duck, rather than justthe two weekends. Since thisis the case, less emphasiswill be placed on the streetfestival element and moreon the importance of restau-rants in the region. The pro-posal has been accepted andis considered a favourable al-ternative to the traditionalfestival.

It is important to notethat many of the festival’sclassic events will continue.Local food and drink ex-hibitors, lessons on how toproperly cook with duck,

musical performances, andall sorts of kids’ activitieswill still be on. The festivalattracts visitors from allareas, including many fromMontreal and the Mon-térégie.

Organized in honour ofthe famous Brome Lakeduck, the festival takes on aspecial significance this yearas it arrives on the heels ofJanuary’s tragic fire thatclaimed the lives of an esti-mated 50,000 ducks. Thefire, which occurred at theBrome Lake duck facility inRacine, Quebec, also re-sulted in approximately $3million in damages.

For more information re-garding the Brome LakeDuck Festival please contactthe Brome Lake Chamber ofCommerce at 450-242-2870.

By Phil Rich

Although it often endsup being more infuri-ating than enjoyable,

golfing is still one of the bestactivities a Townships’ sum-mer has to offer. There is noshortage of golfing experi-ences available in the East-ern Townships, with the vastmajority promising highquality courses set againstpicturesque backdrops.

Luckily for those who areseeking a game of golf at areasonable rate, there aremany options availablethroughout the EasternTownships. Boasting thehighest concentration of golfcourses in Quebec, this re-gion of the province featuressome of the oldest and mostscenic courses around; mak-ing it not only a destinationfor outdoor enthusiasts butfor those who are avidgolfers as well.

Many of the coursesthroughout the Eastern

Townships are in fact pri-vate, but there are numerouspublic courses that are bothhistoric and offer decentrates.

The Old Lennoxville GolfClub is one such course. Es-tablished in 1897, the courseis located just outside ofdowntown Sherbrooke, adja-cent to Bishop’s University.The course is owned and op-erated in conjunction withthe school. Public ratherthan private, “Old Lenn” is anine-hole course that is per-fect for those looking for aquick round.

Green fees are reasonable.For adults, nine holes is $18tax included and a specialrate is offered for after 4 p.m.An 18-hole round is only $7more. Clubs and carts areavailable for rent, and thecourse also has a small driv-ing range. Special rates areoffered for juniors, Bishop’s,and Champlain students.

In neighbouring Water-ville, Club de Golf Waterville

was established at the turnof the century and stillthrives today. A nine-holecourse nestled in the hills,Waterville is more challeng-ing than its competitors, butstill provides a fun experi-ence for all skill levels.

Green fees amount to $20per person for non-members,$30 for an additional nineholes, and only $15 after 2p.m. This year, in partner-ship with Camping du PontCouvert, the course is offer-ing a $5 discount to thosecamping at their sites inMilby or Waterville.

Finally, potentially thebest golf deal in the EasternTownships can be found inGranby. Club de Golf GranbySt Paul offers spectacularrates for both nine and 18holes all week long. Golferscan play for just $12 perround, while 18 holes is just$25 during the week and $32on the weekends. Variouspromotional packages are of-fered for the stunning

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There is no shortage ofgolf courses - both publicand private - in the Town-ships. Other favourites thathave attracted golfers fromkids to celebs include theCowansville Golf Course,Royal Bromont, DufferinGolf Course, andLongchamps in Sherbrooke,Tee off in any town andyou’re bound to be close to agreen.


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A variety of exhibitors willbe present at the festival.Cider, wine, and other alco-hol producers from acrossQuebec will make up thedrinking portion of theevent, while many artisanalfood stands will be on site as

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Several different packagesare offered for those wishingto attend the festival, whichis hosted in conjunctionwith the SAQ. Packagesrange from $10 to $30 and allinclude access to the tastingpavilion for one day, as wellas the opportunity to attend

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The more expensive op-tions include tastingcoupons and a commemora-tive glass. The higher-endpackages also offer extendedaccess to the event. This al-lows visitors to attend arange of events and demon-strations led by some of Que-bec’s best chefs andsommeliers.

A separate pavilion willhost assorted artisans whospecialize in craft making.Jewelers, furniture makers,glass blowers, potters, andothers will be in attendanceand those visiting the festival

can stop by their displays.The chance to purchase prod-ucts from all of the artisanswho are part of their respec-tive pavilions is another rea-son to attend. All of theexhibitors operate in Quebec,making the festival as home-grown as it gets. Games andother activities will be avail-able for children.

For a complete list of thefood, drink, and craft arti-sans, please visit the Fête desVendanges website atwww.fetedesvendanges.com.Other information regardingticket packages, musicalevents, and demonstrationsis available on the website aswell.

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The Eastern Townshipsregion has become oneof the premier cycling

destinations in Quebec.Whether an avid cyclist orjust someone who is inter-ested in exploring some newplaces for a day, there is a va-riety of bicycle paths, trails,

and routes for whatever kindof cycling one prefers.

Interestingly, there hasbeen a distinct emphasisplace on a new sort of trail:converted railbeds. Origi-nally train lines that havesince become out of commis-sion, “rail trails” are bicycletrails that have been boughtfrom the railway companies

and converted into accessi-ble bike trails.

The process is generallyconducted by non-profit or-ganizations, such as Rails toTrails and Sentiers Massaw-ippi, however municipal andprovincial governments areessential in leading the cam-paign by either directing theactual conversion to a biketrail or providing differentforms of funding. Privatedonors are also crucial to theprocess, often donatingmoney for non-profit proj-ects.

Perhaps the most notablesections of rail trails arethose that run fromLennoxville to North Hatley,and the Tomifobia NatureTrail. Both part of the RouteVerte system of Quebec bikepaths, these trails allow foran unparalleled cycling expe-rience, steeped in history.

The stretch running from

Lennoxville follows the Mas-sawippi River as it makes itsway from Sherbrooke toNorth Hatley. Like most railtrails, the path is almost per-fectly flat due to the gentlegradients that are character-istic of railways. This is oneof the bonuses of rail trailsas they allow for an easier cy-cling experience, makingthem good options for allskill levels.

Originally a Canadian Pa-cific (CP) line that was aban-doned in 1990, the Hatleyrailway bed acted as a trans-portation thoroughfare forthe copper mining industrythat was present in the hillsof this part of the Townships.Aside from the convertedrail beds, copper mining con-tinues to have a presencealong the trail to this day;the tailing ponds from thesmelting factories can beseen from the path and, if

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completing a decentstretch of the trail, it is likelythat cyclists will pass theCapelton Mines which offerstours of a now defunct cop-per mine, during the sum-mer months.

The Tomifobia NatureTrail was part of the same CPline and was purchased bySentiers Massawippi in 1995

with the help of local spon-sors. A scenic trail that alsohappens to be a turtle sanc-tuary, it is in a sense a con-tinuation of the Hatley trailand is just as historical. Itruns from Ayer’s Cliff to thesmall town of Beebe.

As far is funding is con-cerned, the trail relies on do-nations, both public andprivate, as well as govern-ment grants to maintain the

trail during the year. CP nolonger has anything to dowith the trails following pur-chases by non-profits. Thismakes donations that muchmore important for thepreservation of the trail.

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