Villa \u00c9co<\/a> north of Saint-Raymond, describing it as a space seamlessly integrated into its surroundings to make the most of an exceptionally generous natural setting.<\/p>\n“Today, I am deeply driven to introduce travelers from around the globe to our rich folklore and our beautiful province of Qu\u00e9bec through a balanced, sustainable, and wholesome inbound travel model.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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An instructor in the Adventure Tourism program at C\u00e9gep de Gasp\u00e9, a seasoned chef, and a professional guide, Charles has a unique knack for playful wordplay and is sure to brighten your journey with his contagious smile and good energy. A true man of action and the field, Charles embraces a nomadic lifestyle, constantly on the move between rock climbing and hiking expeditions or guiding contracts across the continent. We are incredibly fortunate to count such an experienced senior guide among our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>Lorelie Roderbourg<\/strong><\/h2>\nHiking guide<\/h3>\n<\/div>Passionate about the outdoors from a young age, Lorelie quickly developed a keen interest in professional guiding. Holding a degree in Adventure Tourism, she brings several years of hands-on field experience guiding sea kayaking, hiking, and canoeing trips. Lorelie loves creating unforgettable memories for adventurers of all skill levels, sharing her deep love for nature through a safe, warm, and engaging approach. She thrives on outdoor challenges and the vibrant energy of moments shared in the wild. We look forward to seeing you out on the trails with her!<\/p>\n<\/div>
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A passionate ambassador for mountain biking, Gabriel Gakwaya is more than a local guide\u2014he\u2019s a trailblazer in growing the sport in Quebec City. Gabriel has played a key role in showcasing the region\u2019s trail networks and building community around the sport.<\/div>\n
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Gabriel\u2019s calm, grounded presence puts riders at ease. With years of guiding and coaching experience, he creates a welcoming space for learning and discovery on the bike. Whether introducing newcomers to the trails or helping riders advance their skills, Gabriel is a steady and trusted companion on any mountain biking journey\u2014making him a true asset to the Quebec City outdoor scene.<\/div>\n<\/div>
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Driven by a genuine passion for sharing outdoor experiences, Antoine has traveled across the continent over the past few years guiding hiking and trekking expeditions. In the winter, you\u2019ll find him exploring the Gasp\u00e9 Peninsula on backcountry skis, collecting snowpack data for Avalanche Qu\u00e9bec. For the past two years, Antoine has spent his summer vacations guiding mountain biking trips with our team. You might just meet him on your next adventure!<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Thierry embodies the classic Qu\u00e9bec adventurer who headed west in search of big thrills. For over 15 years in Whistler, he worked on the slopes as a ski patroller and avalanche safety instructor. Come summertime, he chased the wind, coaching windsurfing on Oregon\u2019s famed Columbia River near Mt. Hood, the Canary Islands, and other bucket-list spots around the world.<\/p>\n
Eventually coming full circle, Thierry moved back home to Quebec City to raise his family and open his own private acupuncture clinic.<\/p>\n
.Le feu de l\u2019aventure br\u00fble encore en lui et nous sommes privil\u00e9gi\u00e9s de pouvoir avoir acc\u00e8s \u00e0 sa tr\u00e8s grande exp\u00e9rience de ski hors-piste et de le voir guider quelques-uns de nos circuits.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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A dedicated mother and accomplished HR professional in the public sector, Marie-\u00c8ve has mountain biking woven deep into her DNA. ‘I started riding at 24 on a downhill bike and entered the race scene the very next year. Driven by commitment, passion, intensity, and discipline in everything I do, I quickly saw strong results and competed nationally for several years. I later transitioned to Enduro, a discipline that proved to be the perfect fit for me, pushing my limits in technical skill, endurance, and speed all at once.’<\/i><\/p>\n
Today, Marie-\u00c8ve runs her own mountain bike guiding and coaching business. We are honored to collaborate with her on select trips throughout the summer season.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Laurie began her career guiding year-round across Qu\u00e9bec and Western Canada. After a few years on the trails, she transitioned into avalanche forecasting, education, and backcountry safety for winter sports enthusiasts. Now an avalanche forecaster with Avalanche Qu\u00e9bec, she makes the most of her summers off to play outside! Whether rock climbing, mountain biking, or diving into any outdoor pursuit, she simply follows where the wind takes her. Driven by a fond nostalgia for her guiding days, she returns to her roots from time to time in the summer to lead groups and share the sheer joy of the outdoors. Now settled in Gasp\u00e9sie, her friends often joke: ‘Your house is just a myth\u2014you\u2019re never actually there!<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Born and raised right here in Lac-Beauport, a physical education teacher at his childhood school, a devoted father, and the driving force behind the LB CYCLE community\u2014it\u2019s hard to find a better definition of a true local. Pat is our resident mountain bike guru: he knows the trails, visualizes them, builds them, and rides them.<\/p>\n
‘Riding epic trails brings an endless sense of joy that keeps me grounded and sane. While modern technology often pulls people away from nature, bikes will always be at their best in the peace of the forest, far from traffic and city noise. Carving out exceptional new trails and weaving them into unique routes for visiting riders is an incredibly rewarding process.’<\/i><\/p>\n
We are deeply grateful to benefit from the unmatched wealth of MTB experience Pat brings to our team.<\/p>\n
Nous sommes tr\u00e8s reconnaissants d\u2019avoir acc\u00e8s au bagage impressionnant d\u2019exp\u00e9riences MTB que Pat repr\u00e9sente pour notre organisation.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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