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Stay in a pod in forest and nature in the La Mauricie region in Quebec, Canada

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a ZEC "zone d'exploitation contrôlée" literally a "Controlled harvesting zone" a non-profit, non-governmental organization, similar to a park or natural reserve, managing and developing a 810 km² territory located on public land in La Mauricie region of Quebec, in Canada.

    ZECs are a system of territorial infrastructures set up in 1978 by the Government of Quebec to take over from private hunting and fishing clubs to provide universal access to recreational activities to the general public like hunting, fishing and other outdoors activities like hiking, camping, mountain biking and rock-climbing.

    We are in a development phase, building cabins, campground sites, hiking trails, fishing trails, rock climbing routes, rest areas and canoe-camping routes.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will be fully immersed in the Québec wilderness, where you can learn about the ecosysytems, the flora and fauna of the area and learn french if you don't already speak it.

    Here you are in complete nature, with the chance to do some animals sightings (wolves, bears, foxes, martens etc.)

    During your time off you could take advantage of our amazing territory by going canoeing, hiking, swimming in beautiful lakes, rock-climbing, camping, fishing or hunting if season allows it.

  • Help

    Help

    We are currently looking for someone to give a hand for trail cleaning and building for about 2 weeks, from ideally September 25th. About 20 hours of help per week in exchange for stay in one of our beautiful cabins and being fed what you want to eat. We'll go to the grocery store buy what you want and you will cook for yourself.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will be lodged in one of our brand new 'pods', a fully equiped mini-cabin right by a beautiful lake. Have a look at one in our pictures.

    Included in the cabin is a brand new super comfortable bed, propane stove, all you need to cook and a woodstove.
    Outside you have a fire pit, a BBQ and a picnic table. In a separate building you will find toilets and showers. On site there is canoe and i can lend you some fishing gear, but you will need your Quebec fishing license.

    There is no internet at the cabin, but there is at the reception office.

    You will also be provided ~100$ CAD weekly for groceries, ~150$ CAD if you're a couple. I can give you a ride to a grocery store or buy food for you when i go into town.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We offer transportation from/to Trois-Rivières (1 hour from Montreal and Quebec City)

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    You can park your van here and have access to water, electricity, showers and a kitchen.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    You can bring your cat or your dog.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a small, brown cabin nestled among tall trees and bushes, with a serene blue sky and white clouds above.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with a person sitting on a small boat, surrounded by a tranquil atmosphere and a picturesque sky with fluffy white clouds.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with a boat docked on the shore, surrounded by trees and a blue sky with clouds.
The image depicts a small, cozy room with a wooden interior, featuring a bed, window, and table, exuding a sense of warmth and comfort.
The image depicts a serene forest clearing with a small brown cabin, red chairs, and a fire pit, surrounded by tall trees and a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a serene scene of a white wolf wading in a river, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a fallen tree branch in the foreground.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a canoe on the shore, surrounded by trees and a body of water under a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts two individuals standing in front of a serene lake, surrounded by lush trees and a vibrant blue sky, exuding a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts two women sitting on the ground near a canoe on a serene lake, surrounded by lush trees and a vibrant green landscape.
The image depicts a woman paddling a canoe on a serene lake, surrounded by lush trees and a blue sky with white clouds, enjoying a peaceful outdoor adventure.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a dirt road, featuring four foxes, including a mother and three kits, walking along the road and in the surrounding foliage.
The image depicts a map with a green area outlined in the center, featuring a legend in the top left corner and a compass at the bottom.

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