It’s a 23 km self-sufficient Nordic ski expedition with pulka (sled), which will take participants across the entire length of the Poisson Blanc Reservoir through its magnificent winter landscape. The expedition includes one night of winter camping at the halfway point.
Making your way in the snow across the vast reservoir, skirting its islands, in the silence and whiteness of Quebec’s winter landscapes – that’s what La Grande Traversée is all about. The aim of this winter expedition is to offer outdoor enthusiasts a challenging sporting event that is nevertheless accessible to those wishing to learn about winter camping and Nordic skiing in a wilderness setting, with the support of a technical team in case something goes wrong.
This year marks the seventh edition of La Grande Traversée. The organizers are hoping to bring together 40 skiers to take on this challenge in a relaxed atmosphere, where everyone proceeds at their own pace, and where participants help each other out, if need be. Each participant is responsible for preparing his or her own food and equipment, and must be completely self-sufficient.
Are you interested in participating in this event? You’ll have to wait a little longer. We plan to open registration at the end of November, and the exact date will be announced first in our newsletter. Subscribe so you don’t miss anything.
To fully understand the type of adventure you are about to undertake, we recommend that you carefully read the information sheet. It has not yet been updated for 2026, but overall, the instructions are similar to the previous edition and the itinerary is identical.
