Héritage Saint-Bernard

Sports ass ociations

Châteauguay Minor Baseball Ass ociation Registration deadline: March 24 After this date, late fees may apply. /ABMC abmchateauguay@gmail.com

Atome toMid get –Pre-season indoor training at the Sportplex (April 19 and 26, May 3) –Regular season games and practices (May to September) –Year-end regional tournament (August) –Baseball cap Novice –Once a week (from Wednesday May 13 to September 1). –Baseball cap

Rallye Cap –One practice and one game / week (June 1 to September 1). –Baseball cap

Two improvement camps during the summer from Moustique to Midget levels.

*Extra fees may apply for an additional tournament and for level A. *Extra fees may apply for level AA. (Moustique, Peewee, Bantam, Midget). For rates, see page 35 of the French section.

Châteauguay Minor Hockey Registration for the 2020-2021 season – Date change Novice to Midget level: April 27 to June 5 MAHG level: April 27 to September 11 hmc.qc.ca

Châteauguay Soccer Association Registration deadline: April 17 After this date, late fees may apply info@soccerchateauguay.com soccerchateauguay.com

A FLOURISHING SPRING!

GENERAL MEETING OF HÉRITAGE SAINT -BERNARD Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. Pavillon de l'île *A pass for access to the trails of the wildlife refuge does not constitute membership in the organization. ilesaintbernard.com/aga

At this meeting, there will be an overview of the organization’s accomplishments over the past year. Those wishing to attend and exercise their right to vote must become members in good standing at least 21 days prior to the meeting, no later than March 10, 2020.*

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BIODIVERSITY DAYS FOR EARTH DAY! Sunday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (cancelled in the event of poor weather)

During Earth Weekend, enjoy a moment of relaxation. Naturalist guides will introduce you to biodiversity at the refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville. You will be able to appreciate nature while learning about the local flora and fauna. On Sunday, April 19 only, get 20% discount on the purchase of an annual pass for access to trails (individual or family).

CENTRE ÉCOLOGIQUE FERNAN -SEGUIN Open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $Free access by boulevard Brisebois 450 698-3133 ilesaintbernard.com

REFUGE FAUNIQUE MARGUERITE -D’YOUVILLE (île Saint-Bernard)

HIKING AND NATU RE OBSERVATION Open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Access by Pavillon de l’île #lecafedelile

Spring is one of the most enjoyable times to stroll along the trails of the wildlife refuge, which becomes a popular migratory stopover for birds because of the wide variety of habitats on the island. You will be able to see the animals through the still bare trees. In addition, you can participate in the refuge rally, a captivating and free digital treasure hunt!

TO YOUR GARDENS: SALE OF PLANTS AND ORGANIC SEEDS Sunday, May 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Start growing a vegetable garden or fine herb planters with quality organic plants. In addition to encouraging local farmers involved in organic farming, your purchase will support Héritage Saint-Bernard’s mission! Information booth, gardening tips and much more! Visit our natural sites while they are undergoing transformation and nature is awakening! 450 698-3133 | ilesaintbernard.com | /heritagestbernard

GARDENING AND URBAN AGRICULTURE

HORTICULTURAL WEDNESDAYS From 7 to 8:30 p.m. $About $15 per workshop Online registration

To get your vegetable garden off to a good start and to hone your gardening knowledge and techniques, Héritage Saint-Bernard provides a series of horticultural workshops for the public. For both apprentice and experienced gardeners alike, this program is sure to please a wide audience!

Seedling primer March 11

Opening the vegetable garden May 13

Creating an edible landscape April 15

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Thematic guided walks Two departures per day: 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (lenght: 90 min.) Subscribtion is mandatory.

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Ephemeral treasure hunt Saturday and Sunday, May 9 and 10

Venture into the woods in search of the ephemeral treasures of the ecological centre! Discover the fragile spring flora that transforms the area into a magical park and learn to navigate the trails with a compass.

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Insect safari Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31

With a guide who is passionate about entomology, discover the secret world of insects and the importance of these small creatures in nature! Nets, jars, magnifying glasses and identification guidebooks will help you learn more about this fascinating world!