An evening spent in Onondaga, recounting the town's events
Exploring the Onondaga Submarine in Bas-Saint-Laurent: A Unique Daytime Tour Experience
In the picturesque Bas-Saint-Laurent region of Quebec, a unique tourist attraction awaits - a tour of the historic Onondaga submarine. This 90-m (300-ft) diesel-electric attack submarine, built in 1965 and serving the Canadian navy from 1967 to 2000, offers visitors a glimpse into the daily lives of its crew who lived underwater for months at a time [1].
Located at Rue du Père-Nouvel, in Rimouski, the Onondaga submarine tour invites participants to explore various areas such as the torpedo room, officers' square, radar room, kitchens, command room, and periscopes. The tour is also filled with interactive experiences, including challenges like opening and closing a torpedo tube hatch and wearing an emergency suit [2].
Captain Gélinas, dressed as a sailor, warmly greets visitors and explains the program for the day. He has been animating nights on the Onondaga since 2010 and has hosted over 3200 visitors in fifteen years [3]. The tour costs $135 for adults and $85 for young people aged 9 to 17 [5].
However, it's important to note that overnight stays inside the submarine are not offered in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Instead, the submarine visit is a unique daytime tour experience [1][4].
For lodging in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Domaine Valga near Rimouski offers rustic luxury cabins and lodge rooms. This nature-focused stay includes amenities like kayaks, free Wi-Fi, and quiet surroundings, making it an ideal place to unwind after an exciting day on the Onondaga submarine [4].
Meanwhile, discussions about the fall of major powers continue, with Fiona Hill, a former Russia advisor to Trump, discussing why such powers fall [6].
Programme for the Day on the Onondaga Submarine
- Arrival and welcome by Captain Gélinas
- Tour of the submarine, including the torpedo room, officers' square, radar room, kitchens, command room, and periscopes
- Interactive challenges like opening and closing a torpedo tube hatch and wearing an emergency suit
- "Sailor's ration" around 11:00 PM
- Bedtime at midnight
- Wake-up at 7:00 AM
- Departure at 8:00 AM
[1] Onondaga Submarine Tour [2] Onondaga Submarine Tour Details [3] Captain Gélinas and the Onondaga Submarine Tour [4] Domaine Valga Accommodations [5] Onondaga Submarine Tour Prices [6] Fiona Hill on Major Powers Falling
By immersing oneself in the captivating Onondaga Submarine tour, visitors can gain insights into the unique lifestyle and culture of its submariners. After an enlightening day exploring the sub's home-and-garden-like spaces, one can unwind at Domaine Valga, a nature-focused accommodation that offers a comfortable lifestyle in Bas-Saint-Laurent.
