BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20250508T175858EDT-0182TNRubL@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20250508T215858Z DESCRIPTION:By invitation\n\nThis year's Neuro Retreat will take place on J une 6-8\, 2025\, at Estrimont in beautiful Magog-Orford\, Estrie. Set agai nst the stunning backdrop of the Eastern Townships\, the Neuro Retreat is always a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues\, learn about ex citing initiatives at The Neuro and to take advantage of the local surroun dings. Stay tuned for more details!\n\nThe collegial and interactive envir onment characteristic of our retreats provides an ideal forum for fosterin g interactions among members of the Neuro community\, as well as with coll eagues from across the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ campus. Together\, we strive to build an eve n stronger and more integrated network that will work together to accelera te the pace of scientific discovery and treatment of neurological diseases and disorders.\n\n\n \n The Location\n \n\n\n\n Located just 90 minutes from Montreal\, Hôtel Estrimont offers a serene escape in the heart of the East ern Townships\, known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant local cul ture.\n Magog-Orford is a premier destination for all seasons\, boasting st unning lakes\, mountains\, and a variety of outdoor activities\, including hiking\, skiing\, and cycling.\n The hotel is conveniently accessible off Highway 10\, with many local attractions such as vineyards\, quaint shops\ , and renowned spas within a short drive.\n Hôtel Estrimont features top-no tch amenities\, including outdoor thermal baths\, an indoor saltwater pool \, a sauna\, a fitness center\, and the renowned Amerispa—ideal for relaxa tion.\n Our retreat will enjoy exclusive access to some of the hotel's newl y renovated suites and meeting spaces\, perfectly tailored for productive sessions and unwinding in comfort.\n\n\n\n \n Programme\n Neuro Extra-Curricu lar Activities\n Hotel Activities\n Regional Attractions\n Call for Applicati ons\n Directions\n Organizing committee\n \n\n \n Programme Booklet\n View Progr amme Booklet \n\n \n Neuro Extra-Curricular Activities\n\n *These activities will be organized through the Neuro. All but the Dance & Games Night requi re registration.\n\n Hiking on Mount Orford (June 7\, 1:30 – 4:30)\n\n Get o utdoors and explore the beauty of Mount Orford! A guided group hike will b e held on Saturday afternoon\, allowing attendees to enjoy the fresh air a nd breathtaking landscapes. The trails are accessible via a 4-minute drive from the hotel\, and carpooling will be arranged by The Neuro Team.\n\n Wi nery Tour - Au Vignoble d'Orford (June 7\, 2:00 – 3:30)\n\n Join us for an informative winery tour. The 1-hour tour includes a guided visit\, general information on viticulture\, a 30-minute walk in the vineyard\, and a pre sentation on wine making and tastings. Au Vignoble d'Orford is located in the heart of the Orford region. It is surrounded by mountains and directly faces the prestigious Mount Orford. The winery is a 4-minute drive from t he hotel. Carpooling will be arranged by The Neuro Team.\n\n Yoga (June 7\, 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.) (Nolan B room or outside\, weather permitting)\n\n Unwin d and recharge in a 45 minute yoga class for all levels. The class will ta ke place on Saturday morning at 7:30 am. Bring your towel or yoga mat. Com fortable clothing is recommended. Organized by The Neuro Team.\n\n Dance an d Games Night (June 7\, evening) (Magog-Orford room)\n\n Take a break from the day's discussions and enjoy an evening of dancing\, games\, and friend ly competition. Board games and cards will be provided. A poker tournament will also be held for those looking to test their skills. These will all take place following dinner. Organized by The Neuro Team.\n \n\n \n Hotel Act ivities\n\n Bike Rentals\n\n Explore the area at your own pace with a bike r ental! 4 bikes are available for rent at an additional cost. Please ask th e front desk to get the key to unlock a bike.\n\n Amerispa\n\n Take a break and recharge with a visit to Estrimont's spa. Spots are limited\, so be su re to book in advance at this link. Please note that spa services come at an additional cost.\n\n Tennis and Volleyball Courts\n\n Stay active with a game of tennis or volleyball! The courts are available for use\, and all e quipment can be borrowed for free from the front desk.\n\n Swimming Pools a nd Gym\n\n Take a swim in Estrimont's outdoor or indoor pool and get in a w orkout at the well-equipped gym.\n \n\n \n Regional Attractions\n\n Parc natio nal du Mont-Orford\n\n Hiking is the best way to discover Parc national du Mont-Orford. It's the perfect way to get access to numerous viewpoints\, w hich are said to be among the most spectacular of the Eastern Townships re gion. Hiking trails form a network of over 80 km of trails laid out to off er you memorable moments of discovery. They are classified from easy to di fficult.\n\n \n Au Vignoble d'Orford\n\n Au Vignoble d'Orford is located in t he heart of the Orford region. It is surrounded by mountains and directly faces the prestigious Mount Orford. There are guided tours\, approximately 1 hour in duration. Requires a minimum of 4 people to participate at $25 per person. The tour includes a visit of the vineyard with guide\, general information on viticulture\, a 30-minute walk\, and a presentation on win e making and tastings. Special prices for groups of 20+ people.\n\n \n Bleu Lavande\n\n The Espaces Bleu Lavande in Magog (less than 1 hour and 30 minu tes from Montreal) offer an immersion into the lavender culture in Quebec. In addition to the lavender fields and floral gardens\, our agrotourism s ite features an interpretation center\, an immersive experience created by Moment Factory\, and a beautiful year-round boutique offering a wide rang e of products made with lavender essential oil.\n\n \n Escapades Memphrémago g\n\n A cruise over the waters of Lake Memphremagog and views of the beauti ful eastern townships. *Note: Discounts for bookings 30 days in advance.\n \n \n Marsh of the Rivière-aux-Cerise\n\n Take a walk along the 6km trail of the marsh of Rivière-aux-Cerises.\n\n \n Domaine Alpagas Essencia\n\n Spend t he day surrounded by charming alpacas! Domaine Alpagas Essencia is an alpa ca farm in Hatley. On-site wool and alpaca products are available for purc hase at the boutique.\n\n \n Kayaking at Lac Stukely Beach\n\n Lac Stukely Be ach is a supervised\, clear-water beach. Kayaks are available for rent on- site. It is a 15 minute drive from the hotel.\n \n\n \n Call for Applications \n\n We invite you to apply for the upcoming Neuro Retreat\, taking place J une 6–8\, 2025. In your application\, tell us why you should be selected t o attend and how you would benefit from participating.\n\n Please note:\n\n \n One trainee will be chosen per research group at The Neuro.\n Trainees ma y be asked to share a room with another participant.\n \n\n The deadline to apply is January 15\, 2025. [APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED]\n\n Submit Applic ation\n \n\n \n Directions\n Download Directions\n\n 44\, ave de l'Auberge\, Mo unt Orford QC J1X 6J3 \n \n\n \n Organizing Committee\n\n Justine Cléry\, Chai r\n\n Deborah Rashcovsky\, Events Lead\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608 LOCATION:CA\, QC\, Mount Orford\, J1X 6J3\, Hotel Estrimont\, 44\, ave de l 'Auberge SUMMARY:Neuro Retreat 2025 URL:/neuro/channels/event/neuro-retreat-2025-359663 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR