DATE FOUNDED:
1877 (The Sherbrooke Snow Shoe Club is thought to be the oldest continuously operating snow shoe club in the world).



MISSION:
To promote the grand old Canadian tradition of snow shoeing and to provide an environment for socializing among the members of the community.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Located at 1900 Prospect Street in Sherbrooke, just beyond the fire station on the corner of Prospect Street and Jacques Cartier Blvd., the clubhouse is an impressive structure that has undergone a number of additions since its original construction in 1888. Prior to that date, club meetings were held at the former "Magog House" on Dufferin Street. The rustic dark-stained woodwork on the inside, coupled with an elegant fireplace provides an authentic atmosphere that newer establishments can only try to imitate.



COLLECTIONS:
Hanging on the inside walls of the building are photographs and artifacts that portray aspects of the 126 year history of the Club.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES:
Schedule: Although on occasion the building is used during the summer and early autumn, the major activities of the Club begin with the Annual Meeting in late October. Activities continue from then on until the end of February, members meeting each Wednesday evening, sometimes with the ladies invited. On selected Saturday evenings the ladies are present to dine, be entertained and often to dance. One very special gala event, known as the "President's Reception", is held annually on the evening of New Years Day.

Those members who participate in the tradition of snow shoeing usually do so before the meal on Wednesdays (the Club has access to the adjacent Sherbrooke Country Club property). For those who prefer indoor activities, there are card games, including '500' and bridge, volleyball, etc., or just visiting while standing around the cosy fire place. Saturday or Sunday snow shoeing excursions for members, families and guests are planned.



PUBLICATIONS:
The Sherbrooke Snow Shoe Club Tradition Continues, a commemorative book produced in 2003 on the occasion of the Club's 125th anniversary. 103 pages with 109 photographs. Price: $15.00 Available from the Club secretary at the address below.

BUSINESS HOURS:
See Special Activities.

ENTRY FEES / MEMBERSHIP:
Upon joining the club, there is an "initiation" fee of $10.00. The annual membership fee is $70.

HOW TO REACH US:
Address: 1325 rue Dominion, Sherbrooke, Québec. J1J 1M7.

Contact the Secretary, Cecil Blenkhorn, by telephone at (819) 346-4673 (you can leave a message), or by e-mail at: cecil.blenkhorn@sympatico.ca

WEB SITE:
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