Snow Days—Winter Carnaval

In an effort to shake those winter blues and fully embrace the wonders of winter, Kouchibouguac National Park is hosting its first ever Snow Days. This winter carnival will take place on February 11th, 14th, and 15th.

The Pijeboogwek shelter will serve as the hub and meeting point for all activities.

Saturday, February 15th

10am: Cross-country skiing friendly relay race
Friendly relay race with three different circuits for three age groups. Presented by Ski Codiac cross country ski club.

11am: Guided snowshoe nature outing: Discover lichens and medicinal plants
Two for one: Come discover the medicinal and edible plants available in winter AND lichens, those pioneer species that live in abundance among the tall trees, kings of our forests. Presented by Mi'gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Incorporated. In English.

11am: Food truck (until 3pm or while supplies last)
Alma Pizza will be on site with their mobile pizza oven. Come grab a slice!

12pm: Music around the fire and appearance by Parka
La Société Culturelle Kent Nord presents musician Gaston Guimond. Come and enjoy your lunch to the sound of music and dance with our friendly mascot Parka.

1pm: Workshop: Initiation to dog harness sports
By registration only: Come and learn the basics of dog harness sports. A new activity for you and your furry friend to discover. Presented by Moncton Dog Runners.

Registration: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/99721/mdr-winter-trails-and-wagging-tails-event

2pm: Demonstration of winter dog harness sports
Demonstration of winter driving sports such as sledding and skijoring. Presented by Moncton Dog Runners.

2pm: Mi'gmaw storytelling around the fire
Come warm up around the fire and take a trip back in time, filled with fascinating stories and information about the Mi'gmaq presence in Kouchibouguac National Park. Presented by Mi'gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Incorporated. In English.

2:30pm: Open trail for dog harness sports
Enjoy this tempory trail along the parkway, groomed especially for winter dog harness sports. Dogs in harness and on leash only. Presented by Moncton Dog Runers.

3pm: Name that tree: A walk in the woods with a Forest Technician
Join us as we explore the park with Crystal Casey from the Maritime College of Forest Technology and learn to identify several of our native tree species and learn about their importance in our ecosystems.

7pm: Stargazing with the Royal Astronomy Society of Canada
Join the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada members sharing the winter skies and constellations. Opportunities to look at Orion, Jupiter, and the North star.