The Atlin Whisper, April 10, 2024 by What's Up Yukon

Wednesday April 10th, 2024

The Atlin Whisper

“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.”

Margaret Mead

Tarahne Tea 2024

Saturday July 24th

Volunteers will be needed for various duties / activities.

Local arts and crafts are needed for the gambling prizes.

If anyone would like to help or donate please contact Trish ( trishgobeil@gmail.com)

Tickets will go on sale in June.

Thanks to all!

IN THE MOMENT VIII

The Rescue

by Paul Lucas

Atlin lake was a mirror. Without a moment’s hesitation, I jumped in the truck, hitched up the boat trailer, tossed in the utility box, and backed that little dolly of a Lund into the bay.

It was a beautiful mid-September in the Covid Year of Our Lord 2020, and being on the Yukon border was a wonderful thing. The leaves had just turned brilliant, and the sun shone warmly on man and beast. With my new Honda 20 horse clamped to the transom, and my guitar stuck in the bow, I couldn’t imagine life getting any better. What could possibly go wrong?

On top of that, I had a destination - Bruce Johnson’s old cabin on Antler Bay at the south end of the lake - a place I hadn’t seen for over 30 years. Bruce Johnson was a legendary dog musher and the first Canadian to win the grueling Yukon Quest. He trapped the area and, with his wife Jeaneil, brought up a passel o’ kids on the land.

I stuck the truck in reverse and backed the boat in, this time making sure my drain plug was properly screwed down. I have to tell ya ... that is one embarrassing experience ... backing the old tub into the bay while you lollygag with your pals, then watching as the thing slowly fills with water. It only happens once.

The trip down Torres Channel is a religious experience, and the magnet that draws me there, Cathedral Mountain, is the closest I ever come to God. With the entire face of that majestic giant reflecting in the still surface of the lake, you end up thanking your lucky stars you got to live one more day on this spinning rock. But on this trip, there was no time to tarry. The goal was Antler Bay and the route led through First Narrows - a slim channel protected by Bear Island - the sentinel of the narrows.

Now I’m pretty sure that’s not it’s real name, but to me it will always be Bear Island because of my run in with ‘Don Barzini’ - the black bear of an earlier tale. Unable to resist a quick visit, I slipped quietly towards its rocky shore, executing that little ballet that involves guessing exactly when to pull the motor up on its step, stick it in neutral, hit the kill switch, and pull it out of the water. I have dinged far too many props to do a shoddy job of this particular dance.

Once that engine stops, the silence falls like a blanket, and the surroundings take your breath away. The water is emerald green, a little like the Caribbean, and the shores are every shade of tan. The island itself is a tiny, warm, piney affair designed specifically for yours truly. I know that because it took the time to grow the ‘guitar chair tree’ - a little pine featuring a perfectly shaped trunk to support the back, and a soft cushion to make comfortable my skinny guitar playing ass. Who could resist stopping for a moment to play a tune or two for the wildlife? Not me.

“I’m not a weenie, Don Barzini, please don’t bite my butt today...”

Ahh, the creative process.

Musical ramblings over, I tossed everything back in the boat and threaded my way through the narrows to the south east part of the lake - an area littered with many islands, big and small. I kept my eyes open for the unusual, easy to miss, south facing bay where Bruce had his log house - unusual because there is a reef protecting it that is only covered at high water, and if you’re not paying attention, it will rip the foot off your outboard. I was paying attention.

I pulled the boat up on the beach, tied it to a huge rock and climbed the bank on the overgrown trail leading to the cabin. I found the back door open and there was evidence a bear had been nosing around. The place was bit of a mess, and the roof needed some repair, but apart from that, the structure seemed ok.

The evidence of a whole life was here - a big wood heater, a cook stove, a beautiful handmade round table and chairs, a sleeping loft, and all of the knick knacks that make life in the bush comfortable. And there were the little things: old magazines; to do lists; boxes of matches; cups, saucers and cutlery - a life lived by real people, way out here in the toolies.

I sat down at the table, unwrapped my lunch, and stared out the window, wondering how many thousands of times the Johnson family had sat right here looking out on the bay. The sun was starting to sink in the sky, and I

figured I’d better start back. I made sure to bolt the door, then wobbled down the bank, untied the boat, pushed off and headed west to First Narrows; whistling past Bear Island, then heading north up Torres Channel.

Suddenly half way up the channel, my motor blew. Nothing dramatic - it just went ‘phooot!’ and that was that - a little plume of smoke, a ring of oil, and it was all over.

“Hah!” I laughed, “that’s a fine kettle of fish.”

Clearly, the full weight of my predicament hadn’t dawned yet.

Motorized off-road vehicles are fine contraptions. They can get you miles out into the tundra in a very short time. They can also get you miles out into the tundra, break down, and leave you there - up the proverbial creek, with or without a paddle.

Atlin lake is a small sea. It is eighty miles long and has perverse wind and wave patterns. The prevailing winds come from the south and west. They blow through long glacial valleys at odd angles and they can be strong, whipping up waves of up to four feet at a moment’s notice. They were whipping up waves right now as I cast about trying to figure out my best course of action.

The way I like to learn things, evidently, is by stepping in every shitpile possible, then trying not to step in that same shitpile again. Some of the mistakes I have made with boats include: losing my kill switch clip and having to fashion one from willows; not bringing oars; not having enough food, overnight gear and clothing to sustain me if I were to be stranded; not having my fuel line properly attached or crimping the thing with one of my big feet, and not having the vent cap open on the fuel tank so it can breathe.

The last one, not having the vent cap open, stopped the motor dead a few years back, making me believe I was stranded in this very same situation. My solution at the time was to use the paddles and tarp to fashion a sail, thus turning the wind into my ally, and hopefully have it blow me home.

Fortunately, just as the shortcomings of that strategy were becoming clear, the little voice in my head said,

“You see that little twisty thing on the top of your gas cap ... you know ... the breather vent? Well, it ain’t breathin’ - open it up you idiot.”

No voice seemed to be coming to my assistance at the moment though, and with the motor truly dead, it was time to row. And row I did, although with the waves pushing me in one direction and the wind in another, it turned into a frustrating experiment in contrary motion.

I finally reached the beach on the west side of Torres Channel, pulled the boat up, and unloaded my gear. This time I was carrying ample camping equipment, food and outerwear - a good thing too, because it was clear I wasn’t going to make it to a shelter before dark.

There’s no reason why a person shouldn’t be comfortable in the bush. If I have a sleeping bag, a tarp to protect me from the weather, and I can get fire going, I am a happy camper. Hot food, a pot of tea, a good book, a flashlight, and life is good - no matter where I happen to be. If my little Martin backpacker guitar has accompanied me, so much the better.

After an evening of dining and entertainment, I dug a body size depression in the beach beside the campfire and settled in. With a sliver of moon peeking over Teresa Island casting its low light over the landscape, I nodded off to sleep staring at the flames. I was one tired puppy.

The next morning, I unloaded the motor and gas, artfully assembled a note indicating my travel plans using pebbles on the beach, pushed off, and continued the long row up Torres. Fortunately, with the wind behind me, blowing me towards my destination - Judy’s cabin - I reached shelter by midafternoon.

Judy Currelly is an old Atlin friend and a founding member of Atlin Mountain Outfitting. The cabin was originally part of the company’s hunting country. She is a well-known Canadian artist and pilot, and she has a beautiful little Piper PA-12 - a fact that will soon become of importance.

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Well, a day trip had already turned into 48 hours. One night without checking in is one thing. Two nights, and people start worrying ... or do they? ‘What if they just decide to wash their hands of me?’ I wondered. ‘Then what?’ Yep, it all crossed my mind.

So the following morning, after a comfortable night in a warm cabin, I got organized. My big orange tarp was already laid out on the beach as a rescue beacon, and I thought I would plan its conversion to a sail. Locating three spars - one for a mast and two for the crosspieces, I cut everything to size. I figured if I lashed one of my oars to the transom, it would work perfectly well as a tiller. I was done with using it as an oar, and that’s a fact. In a pinch, I was pretty sure I could sail the last nine or so miles back to town, and I was about ready to cut out the sail when I heard it - the unmistakable sound of Judy’s Piper.

The little floatplane poked its nose over the horizon, circled around my location, then landed on the choppy water, grinding up on the beach beside the boat.

The door swung open.

“Hello there!" Are we lost?”

“Well, I was about to turn into Popeye the sailor when you showed up, but now that you’re here”

“Well get in, the weather isn’t going to get any better and we need to get off the water.”

Pals - the best thing since sliced bread.

An hour later, I was scarfing back bacon and eggs at the cafe and fielding questions about my well being and idiotic travel habits. I guess the town didn’t think I was such a dick after all. Still, I’m betting it was a toss-up

“A Guitar Player On The Yukon Border” can be found at local bookstores and on Amazon.com. Paul can be found at paullucasmusic.com

NOTE: Unbeknown to me Paul still has several more chapters for the Whisper!

So, enjoy him while you can

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Judy and her PA-12 - ‘PRY’ (Photo Cathie Archbould)

Atlin Community Improvement District PUBLIC NOTICE

Annual General Meeting

7:00 pm Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

At the Atlin Recreation Center

The Board of Trustee’s regular monthly Meeting will be held immediately after the AGM

Agenda

1. Read and adopt 2023 AGM minutes

2. Receive final copy of the auditor’s annual financial report

3. Confirm Bob Smallwood as trustee

4. Landowners to set Trustee honoraria for the next year

5. Discuss matters relating to the Improvement District including:

• Atlin Landfill

• Atlin Volunteer Fire Department

• Water Pump House

No trustee election will be held on April 17th

One trustee position was open for nomination and election. Only one nomination was received. The nominee will be confirmed at the AGM.

Congratulations

Bob Smallwood!

Atlin Community Improvement District PO Box 388 Atlin BC V0W 1A0 Phone/Fax: 250-651-7582 Email: atlincid@gmail.com

Saturday April 20, 2024

Muster Point

Muster Point is Yukon's contemporary instrumental collective. The rotating lineup brings together backgrounds in jazz, classical, rock, hip hop, and most things in between. Featuring some of Whitehorse's top musicians and composers, Muster Point plays original music that blends and extends genres into sweeping journeys of groove. Coming off a four-month weekly series at Baked Café, the band is locked in and ready to let loose at The Atlin Teen Centre. Logan Bennett (keys/synth), Wyatt Best (guitar), Jake Paleczny (bass clarinet) Ragn Royle (bass), Michel Vallières (drums/percussion) https://www.instagram.com/musterpoint_band/

Doors Open 7:30 Concert Starts 8:00

Tickets $20 in advance, $25 @ the door

Facebook: @ExploreAtlin

https://whatsupyukon.events/atlin-muster

Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com

Coffee/Tea Service Available by Donation

Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com

Presented by Heather Keny

April Summary

Musicians & Authors

Saturday, April 20

Saturday, April 27

Teen Centre Teen Centre

Muster Point

Kim Beggs

Musicians Musician

www.instagram.com/musterpoint_band

Saturday May 25

www.kimbeggs.com

Saturday June 1

Ellen Bielawski Veranda

Joanna Lilley,Patti Flather, Authors Musicians

https://www.verandamusic.com

SeePostersforDetails

Sunday Movies – Atlin Teen Centre

Doors open 7:00, movie starts 7:30

Sunday April 14:

This Mountain Life: - Documentary

Directed by: Grant Baldwin

Sunday April 21:

And So It Goes: - Comedy

Staring Michael Douglas, Diane Keaton

Directed by: Rob Reiner

Enter by donation, concession items marked price

Facebook: @ExploreAtlin

Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com

Presented by Heather Keny

Atlin Historical Society is holding its Annual General Meeting on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Atlin Library

AHS Board Elections

President’s report

Financial report

All welcome!

Message from the Atlin community representative on the G2G Forum.

The G2GF oversees several Joint Initiative (JI) Working Groups, each of which address important issues on the land base, including mining and mineral exploration, protected areas, fish and wildlife management, as well as research and monitoring.

As your Atlin Community representative, I would like to hear from you about topics that are important to you so I can be the conduit of Atlin Community interests at the Forum.

The next G2G Forum is in Atlin in July.

Send me your questions or issues relating to the scope of the G2G by emailing

infoatling2g@gmail.com

Åsa Berg

Atlin Whisper Notice April BC & TRT Update

Taku Watershed Planning Work by Taku River Tlingit and British Columbia

The Taku River Tlingit First Nation (TRTFN) declared an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA) over the Taku Watershed in January 2023. An IPCA can be identified by a First Nation to protect and conserve important natural and cultural landscapes within their traditional territory. These areas can contribute to the Government of Canada’s and the Provincial government’s commitment of protecting 30% of land and waters by 2030. The Taku IPCA identifies new protected areas focused on salmon, wildlife and cultural landscapes, and also identifies areas where mineral exploration and development may be appropriate including some of the most highly mineralized portions of the watershed. BC and the TRTFN are currently engaged in discussions regarding land use zoning and management within the Taku Watershed. Together, the BC Government and TRTFN are working towards a common understanding and agreement on the Taku IPCA over the next year.

The BC / TRTFN team is working closely with the Government-to-Government forum (G2G) on how best to incorporate the work on the IPCA into the existing Atlin Taku Land Use plan from 2011. A representative will be in Atlin the week of April 22 to answer questions from residents.

Contact info

TakuWatershedLUP@gov.bc.ca

Hello Dear Community! I am looking for ANTIQUES:

-Oil Lamps

-Flower Pots from big to small sizes

-Wooden chairs

-Victorian Sofa

-Coffee table

-Mirrors

-Camera Collection

-Book Collection

-Coffee Collection

-Paintings

If you have any for sell or donation, please contact me at 250-651-2111. Thank you so much! Amélie Remon

Trapper Education course

April 26-28, 2024 in Atlin.

“The BC Trapper Education course, which must be successfully completed to qualify a person for a trapping license, is given at a particular location when there is sufficient demand. The course takes approximately 21 hours (three full days, usually Friday through Sunday), which includes instruction, demonstration, student participation, and a written exam. Successful completion is based on participation and exam results. The course is designed primarily for students aged 14 years and older. Younger students (minimum 12 years) can be accommodated only if accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also taking the course.

Course cost, which includes a manual and a one year membership in the BC Trappers Association, is $550 (18 years and older), and $350 for youths (12-17 years).”

For more information contact Åsa at 250 651 2195 or email atlinclearwater@gmail.com

Atlin Supportive Living Society

-Caring for Our CommunityWe hope you have enjoyed the meals this season.

At this time, we would like to thank all of the volunteer cooks, drivers, shoppers, organizersand cleaners.

We would also like to give a big “shout out” to all the people who gave donations of food and funds as they make our program possible.

We give a special thanks to the mining companies for their grocery donations and to the Smallwood Family for helping to get the groceries directed and delivered to Atlin Supportive Living Society.

WE SURE APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT

This is the last meal delivery for this season. Meals on Wheels start-up will be announced at a later date.

THE GLOBE THEATRE

Form And Function

by Paul Lucas

I’m a history buff. And I love the fact that such a thing as a Historical Society exists. Without a group of people dedicated to the task of recovering and preserving history, much of the past would be lost - everything from the big picture to the details of our heritage would simply disappear; all that human energy, the savvy, the meat, potatoes and gristle that form the basis of our lives, gone and forgotten.

I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard people say, “Oh, I wish I could have been alive during this or that time; been a participant in all that happened in this town, on these streets, in this building.” Well, when all is said and done, the Historical Society is one of the instruments dedicated to giving us a sense of what that past was all about.

Ideally, I think every Historical Society would love to have a time machine - a way of transporting us back to the period when some building or other was an actual functioning business in a real flesh and blood community.

Well, so far that’s not possible. The best we can hope for is to have a historically accurate building play an active function in the lives of people in the present - not always an easy balancing act for the average Historical Society.

The Globe Theatre is a perfect example. Along with the Tarahne, there are several historic buildings in the town of Atlin that have been restored as a result of the Atlin Historical Society’s dedication. While they continue to be functioning buildings in the modern day, they do have a ‘flies in amber’ aspect to them. That, I suppose, is to be expected if they are to be properly monitored and maintained.

The Globe, on the other hand has, over the past few years, become a community resource year-round. It is as close to a functioning theatre in all of its aspects as it has ever been. Many in the town would agree that this is because of Heather Keny’s dedication to that task.

While many of the events held at the Globe are ‘money makers’, much of what happens there is community oriented - the local cabarets, the movie nights, the readings and the like only take place because people donate their time, and occasionally their money to make it happen. These community events don’t lend themselves to an ‘event by event’ hiring of the space. A fully functional community building requires day to day attention along with the installation and maintenance of equipment.

But ‘fully functional’ is complicated. Life is messy. You can be sure the Globe Theatre, in its day, was a rough and tumble, untidy affair. And it certainly didn’t have every hair in place. It lived in the real world.

While today it’s important to make sure that the historical artifacts the Globe houses remain protected, it is equally important that the theatre be a living entity in the community. After all, is this not what every Historical Society dreams of? Would the society not love to have the Tarahne back out on the lake just like the old days?

Well, our ‘Tarahne on the lake’ is staring us in the face - it is the fully functional Globe Theatre.

Over the years, many people have seen fit to invest in the theatre. From Atlin residents to Jazz Yukon, thousands of dollars of both personal a institutional funds have been donated to ensure the Globe remains a working building.

This combination of community support and Heather’s work over the last several years have resulted in the theatre becoming a focal point for entertainment year-round. Let’s make sure the Globe continues to remain a vibrant part of the community of Atlin.

LANDFILL

SPRING/SUMMER HOURS

*Effective – Saturday April 20th, 2024*

SATURDAY-MONDAY

CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS

Victoria Day - Closed Monday, May 20th ….…. Open May 18, 19, 21

Canada Day - Closed Monday, July 1st …… Open June 29, 30 & July 2

BC Day - Closed Monday, Aug 5th …...…. Open Aug 3, 4, 6

Labour Day - Closed Monday, Sept 2nd ……... Open Aug 31 & Sept 1, 3

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - Closed Monday Sept 30 … Open Sept 28, 29 & Oct 1

Thanksgiving Day - Closed Monday, Oct 14th ... Open Oct 12, 13, 15

HOURS 11 AM - 4 PM

Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District

Atlin District Board of Trade Serving Atlin since 1904

The Object of the Atlin District Board of Trade shall be to promote and improve trade commerce and the economic, civic and social welfare of the district

Current Agenda Topics:

• Community Plan

• Mining

• Health Services

• TRT/Atlin Joint Ventures

• Tourism & Hospitality

• THELP Hydro Expansion Project

• Senior Housing

• Atlin Roads & Highway

• Cell Service

Next AGM – Tuesday May 7, 2024, 7Pm Atlin Recreation Centre – Everyone Welcome

Monthly Meetings – 1st Tuesday Every Month, 7pm call 250-651-7717 for meeting location and agenda items

“The Local Pub”

There are some who become alive in their local pub of choice where they are known as - A Grand Personand most welcome.

They strike up a - Conversationeasily with someone they know or new to them with tales galore; some dramatic, some humorous, all worth noting.

A drink or two may ease the flow but with these folk

- Good Fellowshipgoes a long way in describing their true nature, part of which is they’re known to tell

- The Best Stories –

Bravo to them with a round on me.

Jeff Salmon

NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE

Lot F Fulton Street

Quiet street with just a short walk to the lake, great views of mountains and water, power in and ready for you to develop as you wish ... or simply park your RV. Vacant lots like this are hard to find ... this one is waiting for you! JUST SOLD … more buyers seeking same!

$180,000

Watson Avenue

Two adjoining lots totaling 75x100’ providing ample room to build a new home while restoring a colorful and historic building, if you chose. No neighbors or roads to the north so lots of privacy.

$225,000

Surprise Lake Road

6 acres along the Spruce Creek with a fabulous meadow surrounded by the woods and the roaring creek, room for several guest cabins if you chose. Main house is 2 storey and a main level cozy self contained mother-in-law cottage is perfect for guests. So much potential to expand.

$350,000

4th of July

.78 acres of Crown Land Lease, gated, partly cleared, the perfect spot to keep your RV and recreational necessities there for year around enjoyment. Lease term to 2042. $53,500

Warm Bay Road

This gem is off grid, well maintained and absolutely the perfect retreat. Two bedrooms, large open dining/living room, galley kitchen and spacious pantry. Storage in walk out cellar plus numerous out buildings. Bonus is a warm spring flowing through year around!

$230,000

4th Street

400 sq.ft., one bedroom cabin plus a large workshop on two adjoining 50x100 lots, fully fenced. Quiet location with lots of room for expansion. Great potential for expansion.

$249,000

43.6

Beautifully maintained, inside and out, this cosy two bedroom home is so private featuring a second cottage with sleeping loft (often used as a B&B), a third cabin for guests, great garage/workshop, plus various other craft/workshops and fencing. Mountain views in every direction plus a short walk to Atlin Lake sandy beaches. Just waiting for you! Viewing by appointment ONLY.

$597,000

Pearl Street

1700 sq.ft. historical building suited for combination comfortable living plus retail. Living room, kitchen, two bedroom and huge third room to adapt to your needs! Recent extensive foundation and roof restoration plus interior renovations utilizing the original wood and fixtures. This is the original Atlin and your opportunity!

$395,000

Historic Rant

This 3 bedroom bungalow appears to have been one of the Eaton catalogue pre-packaged houses, either original or salvaged with what appears to be solid beautiful Douglas Fir wood throughout just begging for restoration. With a fabulous view of the mountains and lake this is big enough for a young family. Plus, within walking distance of all amenities. An adjoining lot perpendicular to this homesite is also available. You could live here while building a dream home on the adjoining lot.

$175,000

Second Street

100x30 foot lot, sloping between the lake and mountain view. Great central location waiting for you. Develop your new home at your own pace.

$135,000

Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019

Please text or email a message (rather than voice mail)

myrnablake1@gmail.com .or myrnablake1@zoleo.com when I am travelling Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.

Gary Pumps Ltd.

Please note that requests for same day water delivery must be received no later than 11 am of said day.

Thank you!

Water delivery and Sewer Removal are available Monday through Friday

Home Heating Fuel, Bulk Fuel Available

Phone 250-651-7463

Email garypumpsltd@gmail.com

Box 147

Atlin BC V0W 1A0

Office hours – Monday to Friday 8 am – noon

Closed all Statutory Holidays

With thanks, Gary McNeil and Jody Smallwood

Winter store hours (Starting Sept 20)

Please take note that we will be closing on Sundays

Monday - Friday 9:30am – 5pm

Saturday 10am – 5pm

Sunday Closed

Also closed on all Statutory holidays. Will operate on MST this Fall/Winter.

~Weekly freight truck run on Mondays and freight runs available upon request~

Atlin Pet Care 287 Tatlow Street

Yourpetshomeawayfromhome!

Indoor/Outdoor Runs

Heated Kennels

Boarding-Grooming-Pet Supplies

Emergency Care-Veterinarian Referrals

SPCA AGENTS

~Weekly freight truck run on Mondays and freight runs available upon request~

George Holman 250-651-7717 or Marj Holman 250-651-7758

Food and Beverage Hours

Starting February 1, 2024

Friday 5:30-8 -Saloon

Saturday 6-8 -Saloon

Sunday 6-8 -Restaurant

Friday night is Pizza night.

Saturday is Burger and Beer special.

Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Service and Sunday School Sunday 11 a.m.

Come join us! 250-691-0128

Mountain Shack

Café Restaurant

Fast Fancy Food Great Service

110 Discovery Avenue

In Atlin, B.C. EAT IN OR TAKE OUT

Wednesday thru Monday 250-651-7789

St. Martin’s Anglican Church

10 a.m. Sunday Everyone welcome!

MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE

Contact: Alain Vanier

250-651-0037

Reasonable Rates!

May your right hand always be stretched out

friendship, but never in want

Irish Proverb

Smallwood Enterprises Ltd

We provide Concrete, Drain Rock, Screed gravel, Sand, Topsoil and Septic systems.

We also provide Equipment Rentals, Excavations, Covered Storage, and Snow Removal. Please call (250) 651-2488 or email bobscontracting2020 @gmail.com

The next Whisper is Wednesday April 24th

Submissions are due no later than Sunday 6pm April 21st

Atlin Community Library

Open Friday and Saturday from 2-4 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

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The Atlin Whisper, April 10, 2024