Gatineau Park — General Rules and Regulations - National Capital ...

Gatineau Park
Yours to Protect. Yours to Enjoy.
General Rules and Regulations
Opening and closing dates for the 2012–2013 winter season • Season begins November 15, 2012 • Season ends April 15, 2013
Laws and Regulations
• It is the responsibility of each visitor to know and comply with
the laws and regulations governing Gatineau Park.
Alcohol
• The possession and consumption of alcohol are prohibited in
Gatineau Park. Offenders will be subject to a fine.
Animals
• Pets are not permitted in the cabins, yurts or four-season tents,
at winter campsites, or on the trails leading to them.
• Feeding wild animals is strictly prohibited.
Campfires
• Fires are not permitted outside of the cabins, yurts and
four-season tents.
• At campsites, fires are permitted in designated areas only.
Responsibilities
• Use of the trails, cabins, yurts, four-season tents and campsites
is at your own risk. Neither the National Capital Commission
(NCC) nor Services récréatifs Demsis inc. (Demsis) can be held
responsible in any way for loss or damage resulting from natural
causes linked to vegetation, wildlife, wind, rain, snow, etc.; or for
theft, vandalism or damage to property or injuries to persons
related to the use of the lands or facilities of the NCC. Visitors
must protect their valuables and should not leave any items of
value in their vehicle.
• During your stay, one member of your group must be responsible
for, and have in his or her possession, the receipt issued upon
payment of the reservation.
Reservations
• There must be at least two persons spending the night to reserve
an overnight stay. There must be at least two adults if the group
includes anyone under 18 years of age.
• Anyone who wishes to stay overnight in a cabin, yurt or
four-season tent, or at a campsite must pay in advance for their stay.
• Before you set out on the trail for your overnight stay, you must
submit the release form directly to the Demsis officer on duty at
the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre (33 Scott Road, Chelsea), which
is open daily, from 9 am to 5 pm. This form must be filled out and
signed by each person staying overnight in the Park. Your signature
acknowledges that you accept full responsibility for your own
safety during your stay in the Park, and that you are aware of the
information provided in this document. Season pass holders must
also indicate their season pass number on the form.
Cancellation policy
• Fees for reservations and changing reservations are non-refundable.
• There are no refunds for cancellations.
• There are no refunds for reasons related to weather conditions or
trail conditions.
General Information
Toilets
Cabins, yurts, four-season tents and campsites have outdoor toilets
located nearby.
Water
• There is no source of drinking water near the cabins, yurts,
four-season tents or winter campsites. You must provide your
own water. However, arrangements may be made with Demsis
to buy bottled water (18 litres) and have it delivered to the cabin,
yurt, four-season tent or campsite.
Parking
The Park’s network of trails is served by several parking lots around the
periphery. The P11 (O’Brien), P16 (Meech Valley), P17 (Wakefield) and
P19 (Philippe Lake Sector) parking lots are the departure points to the
cabins, yurts, four-season tents and campsites. Your choice of departure
point depends on the distance you wish to travel.
Trails
With one exception, all trails are machine-groomed at least once a week.
Trail 56, which links Taylor Lake to the Richard Lake Yurt, is usually left
in a natural state to give skiers a back-country experience.
Trail signage
Trails are identified by signs that indicate the trail number and the level of
difficulty. Destinations and distances are posted at most trail intersections.
Trail map
The winter trail map may be purchased at the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre
($5.50 plus tax). The map is also available at several sporting goods stores in
the region.

CABINS AND
YURTS
CABINS
Lusk Lake Cabin
The Pines Cabin
Philippe Lake Cabin
Brown Lake Cabin
YURTS
Taylor Lake Yurt
Ohomisi Yurt
Wanakiwin Yurt
Richard Lake Yurt
FOUR-SEASON TENTS
NUMBER
OF PEOPLE
10
17
Cabins, Yurts and Four-Season Tents
Check-in time: 2 pm • Checkout time: 11 am
Electricity, heating and lighting
• All cabins, yurts and four-season tents are equipped with a
wood stove for heating and cooking. You must bring your
own candles or other lighting equipment.
• The Wanakiwin, Ohomisi and Taylor Lake yurts, and
the four-season tents are also equipped with a portable
gas stove for cooking, as well as a refrigerator.
• Only Brown Lake Cabin has electricity and offers
modern conveniences.
6
Equipment
• The cabins, yurts and four-season tents are equipped with a
few basic kitchen items, including a kettle, spatula, ladle,
stockpot, strainer and can opener.
• You should bring your own plates and cutlery.
• Beds have foam mattresses, but users must bring their
own sleeping bag.
6
ACCESS
FRIDAY, SATURDAY,
AND STATUTORY AND
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
(INCLUDING TAX)
Philippe Lake, site 257
Philippe Lake, site 258
4
Ski and snowshoe
Ski and snowshoe
$100
Reservations and changes $8.50 each
Ski
Ski and snowshoe
Ski and snowshoe
Ski and snowshoe
Ski
Ski
Ski and snowshoe
Ski
SUNDAY THROUGH
THURSDAY 30% TO
50% OFF
(INCLUDING TAX)
Skiers with a season pass, and snowshoers
$150
$250
$400
$100
$175
$200
$150 $100
RATES 2012–2013
$70
Skiers without a season pass
+ $5/skier
Other rules and regulations
• Smoking is not permitted in the cabins, yurts and
four-season tents.
• Any person who contravenes these rules and regulations will
have their lodging permit revoked, be evicted from the cabin
or yurt, and may also be fined. Revoked permits will not be
reimbursed.
• At all times, users are responsible for ensuring that the
premises and equipment provided are kept clean and tidy.
Cabins, yurts and four-season tents that are not left in
clean condition will be cleaned at the users’ expense.
In addition, users will be charged for the repair of any
damage to NCC property. Users must pack out all of
their garbage. Waste containers can be found in the
parking lots.
Lusk Lake Cabin
The Lusk Lake Cabin serves as a day shelter between 10 am and
4 pm. After 4 pm, this cabin may be used only by people with an
overnight stay permit. This cabin features lockable compartments
under the beds, where you can store your belongings (you must
bring your own lock).

Individual site
Group site
(8 or more people)
Philippe
WINTER
CAMPING
Reservations and changes
* Includes one quarter cord of wood.
NUMBER OF
PEOPLE
6
25
Winter Camping
Check-in time: 2 pm • Checkout time: 11 am
Facilities and equipment
• Campsites are very basic: there are no buildings that could
be used for shelter at the campsites.
• Campsites have a picnic table and campfire pit. Firewood
is provided.
Safety on the Trails
You are responsible for your own safety. Trails are patrolled daily. In
case of emergency, it is possible to get help 24 hours a day by calling
613-239-5353. An emergency radio communications system is available
at the Lusk Lake Cabin and the Renaud day shelter, near the Philippe
Lake Cabin. There are a few public telephones in the Philippe Lake
Sector: at the entrance to the Philippe Lake Sector, at the campground
store and at the Breton Beach snack counter.
To get the most out of your stay and to ensure your safety,
we suggest the following.
• Depart for the cabin, yurt, four-season tent or campsite in the
morning (or before 1 pm).
• Plan your route according to trail length and level of difficulty,
and your own ability.
• Avoid setting out alone, and tell someone where you are going
and which route you are taking.
• Bring a trail map.
• Stay on officially marked trails.
• Always carry food and water, a whistle, matches, a flashlight,
and warm clothing.
• Carry a first aid kit and an equipment repair kit.
• Respect the Park’s wildlife and learn what to do to avoid
unpleasant encounters.
• Travelling on ice-covered waterways is dangerous and not
permitted anywhere in Gatineau Park.
ACCESS
Ski and snowshoe
Ski and snowshoe
SKIERS WITH A
SEASON PASS,
AND SNOWSHOERS
(INCLUDING TAX)
$15/person
$100/site*
RATES 2012–2013
$8.50 each
SKIERS WITHOUT A
SEASON PASS
(INCLUDING TAX)
+ $5/skier
Other rules and regulations
• Campers must set up their tents on designated tent sites.
• It is not permitted to use branches to make shelters or for
bedding material.
information
Gatineau Park Visitor Centre
33 Scott Road
Chelsea, Quebec
819-827-2020 • 1-800-465-1867
1-866-661-3530 (TTY)
Open daily, 9 am to 5 pm
www.gatineaupark.ca
79 A Jean-Proulx Street
Gatineau, Quebec
819-772-0020
info@demsis.ca

RELEASE
Each of the undersigned, in exchange for and in consideration of the permission granted by the National Capital Commission for
the use of its properties for the purposes of recreational activities, including or not including a stay at one of its accommodation
sites, does hereby, on behalf of themselves and their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, release and forever discharge the
National Capital Commission, Services récréatifs Demsis inc., and the members, commissioners, employees and designated agents
of these organizations, from any action, claim, demand, loss, cost, damage, expense, prosecution or any other procedure whatsoever
that may arise as a result of any injury, death, loss or damage to themselves or to their property, howsoever caused as a result of
their use of the lands and facilities owned by the National Capital Commission.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
Name (Please print) Date of birth
Signature (of parent or guardian if user is under 18 years of age) Date
819-827-2020
info@demsis.ca