What to bring

When planning an excursion to the Parc national des Pingualuit, the following equipment is recommended, taking into account of course your planned level of autonomy.

Safety equipment

• GPS(strongly recommended), compass, satellite telephone (optional).
• Signal flare, distress signalling device (optional).
• Animal deterrents (ex.: noise-making devices, pepper spray, Bearbanger).
• First-aid and survival kits.
• Map of the area with landmarks, access routes and camps indicated.

Shelter

• Tent that is able to withstand strong winds and ground sheet.
• Sleeping bag: three-season bag (in summer) and winter bag (from October to May).
• Camping mattress.

Food

• Dehydrated food and extra food in case of transportation delays or poor weather.
• Camp stove and fuel

Personal effects

• Specialized equipment or tools according to the planned activities.
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent or mosquito netting.
• Rain gear, parka, fleece jacket, quick-dry pants.
• Spare warm clothing in bright colours, mittens, tuque.
• Trekking poles (2), sturdy water-proof non-slip hiking boots, gaiters.
• Toilet gear (odourless and biodegradable).

Other requirements and considerations

• Registration at the park reception centre in Kangiqsujuaq is mandatory on arrival and on departure. Arrival registration includes a mandatory information session.
• Park staff must be advised of all itinerary changes.
• Do not feed or attempt to attract wildlife.
• With the proper licences, both catch-and-release and on-site consumption sport fishing are permitted in the park.
• Firearms are prohibited in national parks. Only beneficiaries of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement are entitled to carry firearms and to hunt in parks in Nunavik.
• Pepper spray, noise-making devices and camp stove fuel are dangerous goods and may not be transported on aircraft.

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