| Chevery |
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| POPULATION:
300 |
| WHAT TO KNOW |
One of
the newest villages on the Lower North Shore, Chevery is located
along a sandy bay near the mouth of the thundering Netagamiou River.
An early French fur-trading and seal-fishing post was established
here in the 1730s. After the post was abandoned in the 1770s, there
was no further settlement until 1931. That year, an experimental
agricultural farm was established on the eastern bank of the nearby
Cross River. With support from the federal government, William “Dosh”
Anderson and his family cleared the land, imported livestock, and
maintained vegetable gardens. The farm operated until World War
II. |
Netagamiou Falls |
In the 1950s,
residents of remote Gull Cliff Island, Aylmer Sound and various
abandoned settlements requested a permanent mainland community with
better access to services. This resulted in the establishment of
Chevery |
| WHAT
TO SEE |
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- Netagamiou Falls:
A scenic hiking trail along the bank of the river will lead you
to these impressive falls.
- Wolf Bay:
A full day’s outing can be organized with a boat taxi operator
to enchanting Wolf Bay, about 55 kilometres (34 miles) southwest
of Chevery. The 150-year-old settlement consists of wharves, sheds,
houses, and a family cemetery, and now serves as a summer fishing
place.
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- Wolf
Bay Migratory Bird Sanctuary: This sanctuary is located
between the communities of Chevery and La Romaine. It is an important
nesting area for the Common Eider Duck, Leach's Storm-Petrel,
Razorbill, and other seabirds found on the Lower North Shore.
During breeding season, Atlantic Puffins arrive here in large
numbers. There are no public activities permitted within
the boundaries of this sanctuary.
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| WHAT TO DO |
IN
SUMMER : Hiking and walking, bird and whale watching, iceberg
viewing, boat tours, sea kayaking, berry-picking, salmon fishing,
wilderness camping, ATV
- Netagamiou Falls Walking Trail:
This well-marked trail leads to the thundering Netagamiou
Falls. The path covers rough terrain and goes through the
woods. This beautiful and serene route provides several
look-out points over the falls. Along the way, there are picnic
tables, a small sandy beach, and a beaver dam in a small pond
at the end of the trail.
- Sandy beaches:
Long, inviting sandy beaches stretch along the village
waterfront. The beaches are a great place for walking, observing
wildlife, and viewing icebergs.
- Helicopter ride:
You can fly over the Netagamiou falls on Transport Quebec’s
exciting and inexpensive helicopter service to nearby Harrington
Harbour (autumn and spring only).
IN WINTER : Snowmobiling, ice fishing,
snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, winter carnival, hockey tournaments
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| WHERE TO STAY |
- Misty River Motel
Chevery (QC)
G0G 1G0
Tel: (418) 787-2073
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| RESTAURANTS |
- Misty River Bar & Restaurant
Chevery (QC)
G0G 1G0
Tel : (418) 787-2073
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| CRAFT SHOPS |
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| SUGGESTED ROUTES |
Navigator's Route,
Route blanche and One
Land, Many Peoples |
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