It is with great pleasure that the Mauricie Pilots Association (APM) invites you to an RVA on skis on the Saint-Maurice River in Saint-Jean-des-Piles.
WHEN: Saturday February 18 from 9:00 a.m. (postponed to 7 p.m. in case of bad weather)
LOCATION: Saint-Jean-des-Piles
On the Saint-Maurice River, opposite the Café-Bistro Le 2800 du Parc
GPS coordinates: 46.72507, -72.76689
Runway: 18-36 (Located on the Saint-Maurice River - requires skiing)
Runway elevation: ≈ 350' ASL
MEF: 1900' ASL (Maximum Elevation Figure)
Not on skis? No problem! It is also very easy to get there by car to enjoy it.
2800 Ch. de Saint-Jean-des-Piles, Shawinigan, QC G0X 2V0.
FREQUENCY: 122.7 MHz See AIP CANADA (ICAO) SUPPLEMENT 66/20
You must communicate your intentions to other traffic on this frequency.
DESCRIPTION: A snow trail will be temporarily set up on the majestic Saint-Maurice River near Saint-Jean-des-Piles. An appointment for pilots on skis who want to discover this little corner of paradise.
The activity will be complemented by a knowledge update. This will be given on the mezzanine of 2800. The training will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end around noon (duration approximately 2:30). To register, click on the following link: Knowledge update Saint-Jean-des-Piles
As it is a café-bistro, it will be possible to dine on site ( see menu ) following the training. Le 2800 also offers the rental of accommodation units (small chalets) if you intend to extend your stay. However, you must reserve as soon as possible at 819-538-7000, 1.