Double Challenge of the two Marios

A three-day adventure on the Lac St-Jean ices, supported by a skilled and professional team of the highest standards. Taking part in the mythical Double défi des deux Mario means helping to change the lives of young cancer patients.

Each participant registered for a crossing will cover the 32 km separating the 2 shores of Lac St-Jean. You'll leave from the Pointe-Taillon park reception area and head for Roberval's Village sur glaces. During your crossing, you'll be accommodated in expedition tents, treated to delicious meals and loaned some of the specialized equipment you'll need to enjoy your winter camping experience. Each day, prepare to cover a distance of approximately 10 to 12 kilometers on skis or snowshoes. Along the way, you'll be dragging your personal gear behind you on a sled. While you'll experience a physical challenge over the course of 3 days, it's a second, more introspective challenge that will leave its mark on you. The aim of the Double Défi des Deux Mario is to provide participants with a unique and transformative outdoor experience. Reserved for those ready to surpass themselves and compete with themselves during a 3-day expedition in true Arctic territory.

Registration is closed until the announcement of the 2026 edition.

Registration

Registration Fee: $375, payable upon online registration

Fundraising Goal: $1,500 in donations
*The fundraising must be 100% completed by the expedition departure day. The full amount goes directly to the On the Tip of the Toes Foundation to help fulfill its mission.
Starting Point: Pointe-Taillon
End Point: Roberval (location to be confirmed)
Notes:

• Each participant must complete their own registration form.
• Policy for changes or cancellations can be found here.
• Team Registration: The first person must register by creating a team. The second and subsequent participants must register by selecting the existing team to join it. The individual fundraising goals of $1,500/person are combined to create a team goal (e.g., $4,500 for a team of 3 people). Donors can contribute either to an individual or to a team; both personal and collective goals will be updated accordingly.IMPORTANT: If you select the option Create a team, make sure to check I want to join the team with my own personal campaign so that you will have both an individual and a team campaign.

Steps After Completing Online Registration

1. You will receive two emails: 1st: Email with receipt for registration fee | 2nd: Email confirming your registration
2. Activate your account from the second email
3. Carefully read the confirmation message
4. Download the preparation documents: participant guide, support letter, and equipment list
5. Attend the two mandatory prep meetings in mid-December and mid-January. The meeting dates will be shared via email at a later time.