The Atlin Whisperer August 19, 2020

Wednesday August 19th, 2020

The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.�

Margaret Mead

Welcome Yukoners With the restrictions that Covid 19 have placed upon us all, Atlin has had many visitors from the Yukon this summer. As the Yukon, has always welcomed Atlinites, it is nice that we can now welcome a few more of you as you come to enjoy: hiking, biking, boating, sightseeing, fishing, camping and quadding.

As you enjoy these activities, we want to thank you in advance for remembering to respect our town, by: Following the speed limits.

Slowing right down for all pedestrians and cyclists when you meet them on the roads and passing them with extreme care.

Treating our lake with respect and other boaters with courtesy, as well as maintaining a safe speed and distance from other boats on the lake.

Following all fishing regulations, disposing of litter appropriately in town as well as on any islands you may visit and riding the trails at reasonable speeds and with courtesy to others at all times.

And please remember the Yukon Government Safe 6 including Social Distancing is in effect.

Thank You!

Hello Everyone, Looks like summer forgot to show up this year and its already time for the new School year to start. Atlin RCMP want to remind drivers that School is set to resume on August 24 and to take extra care to watch for children on the roads and crosswalk in front of the school.

For those who may be new to Atlin, the Atlin School is located on Warm Bay Road just south of the turn from Surprise Lake Road.

The posted speed limit along Warm Bay Road in both directions as you travel toward the School is 50 Kilometers per hour. The school zone as you approach the school is clearly marked with signage and all drivers MUST slow down to 30 Kilometers per Hour.

Atlin RCMP will be conducting patrols in the School Zone to ensure the safety of all users of the road. Drivers who fail to slow down in the school zone are subject to fines starting at $196 and a 3 point penalty against their driver’s license.

Drivers will observe the school bus driving around Atlin transporting children to and from school.

All drivers MUST stop and not pass the school bus as it is stopped along the roadway with the flashing lights operating. Drivers are subject to fines of $368 and a 3 point penalty against their driver’s license.

A reminder to all that as the season changes, the amount of darkness increases making it more difficult for drivers to observed pedestrians and cyclists. If you are walking or cycling in the darkness, please ensure you wear lighter colored or reflective clothing.

Pedestrians should walk on the left side of the road if there is no sidewalk (common in Atlin).

Cyclists are required to wear a helmet and ensure your bicycle has working reflectors and lights.

Atlin RCMP would like to welcome back all the students and staff and wish everyone a safe new school year.

Please slow down and drive with your full attention on the road for everyone’s safety

Kinosew Trading Company inc.

TAKU WILD is in no way affiliated with “Wild Taku”

Fresh Sockeye Salmon $7.95Lb Fresh Coho Salmon $7.00Lb

Open Friday-Saturday-Sunday 12pm to 5pm Or

Stop by if we are there, we are open !

Located Atlin Airport 250-651-0042

Atlin Health Centre Box 330, Atlin, B.C. V0W 1A0 (P): 250-651-7677 (F): 250-651-7687 www.northernhealth.ca

````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS If you are experiencing symptoms of the cold or influenza or have questions about COVID-19 please call the Northern Health COVID-19 information line @ 1-844-645-7811.

They will provide you with the necessary information and direction.

The directive is still for people to stay home, self-isolate and practice the recommended hand washing procedures.

At this time we are asking all clients to please call 250-651-7677 prior to coming to the Health Centre for any reason at any time.

HOURS OF OPERATION Open Monday through Friday 9:00 – 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 4:30 pm.

For emergencies a nurse is on call after hours and on the weekends and can be reached at 250-651-7677.

We have also implemented front door screening procedures at the Health Centre in response to the Pandemic.

Pick up the black telephone to your right at the front door; one of the staff will answer the phone inside and you will be screened for cold/flu, respiratory symptoms prior to entering the building.

The phone is cleaned and sanitized after each use The Atlin Health Centre staff wish to thank-you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe and virus free.

A GREAT BIG THANKS to Kate Fisher for taking the time and making the effort to remove the graffiti from the Pine Creek Bridge! Atlin is a place to be proud of, let’s keep it that way.

Big Water Society We are still providing free counselling during this time As the community is aware, the way everyone is conducting business lately is shifting.

Sometimes life can stress us out or make us anxious, particularly during this pandemic and the way it has disrupted many of the ways we enjoy our lives, jobs, and relationships with friends and family.

Free mental health counselling will continue to be offered in a safe and positive way by Big Water Society and our counsellor Jan Forde (MSW, RSW) who will provide remote counselling service for the time being.

Jan will be providing counselling via phone every Thursday of the week from between 9am5pm.

Please feel free to call and leave Jan a message at office Ph: 250-651-2189 0r cell Ph: 867-3336829 Or email bannyforde@gmail.com to leave a message to book a time for Thursdays with her via phone.

We hope everyone stays healthy and happy, we will get through this _____________________________________________________________________________

Help Us Stop the Spread of COVID-19 Book an appointment at appointments.servicebc.gov.bc.ca Or call

Atlin Service BC 250 651-7595

9:00am – 10:00am – Appointments for seniors and those with compromised immune systems.

10:00am – 12:00pm – Open to the public (by appointment or walk ins) 12:00pm – 1:00pm – Closed for lunch 1:00pm – 4:30pm – Open to the public (by appointment or walk ins).

**Between 10:30 - 10:45 & 2:30 – 2:45 we are closed for sanitation and cleaning For non-health-related questions, please contact: 1-888-COVID19.

If you think you may have the virus, call HealthLink at 811 to determine if you need testing; or, visit the HealthLink website at: www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-feature/coronavirus-covid-19

More August Movies The Historic Globe Theatre Wednesday August 19: Doors Open 6:30

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Show Time 7:00 – 9.45 Rated PG

Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Dev Patel, Tom Wilkinson, Maggie Smith Madden

Directed by John

Comedy: When 7 seniors decide to “outsource” their retirement to a resort in far-off India, friendships & romance blossom in unexpected ways.

Sunday August 23: The Brave One Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 9:00

Rated R

Starring: Jodie Foster, Terrence Howard, Naveen Andrews, Nicky Katt Jordan

Directed by Neil

Psychological Thriller: After being attacked and her fiancée dies from injuries, Erica becomes a vigilante, shooting a number of criminals.

Wednesday Aug 26: Leatherheads Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 9:00 Starring: George Clooney, Renee Zellweger, John Krasinski

Rated PG Directed by George Clooney

Sports Comedy: Set against the beginnings of pro football. Dodge, the captain of a struggling squad of barroom brawlers, has one hope to save his team: recruit college superstar Carter Rutherford.

Sunday August 30: Textuality Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 8:30 Starring: Jason Lewis, Carly Pope, Liam Card, Eric Mccormack

Directed by Warren Sonoda

Romantic Comedy: Takes a lighthearted look at 2 people trying to get into a relationship, who must first get out of the multiple relationships they were managing through their Blackberry’s before they met.

The Historic Globe Theatre

Friday Aug 21, 2020 Join us for a night of laughs from some of Yukon’s funniest comedians.

After months of being trapped indoors these comedians are ready to get back on stage and tell their most intimate secrets Host:

Reid Vanier

Performers: Steve Mc Govern James Boyle Yukoncomedycollective.ca,

Steph Aube Marley Tredger Facebook @yukoncomedycollective

Doors Open 6:30 Entertainers Start 7:00

Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door Phase 3 Social Distancing - Assigned Seating Be prepared to stand outside as each group of people enters the theatre and takes their seats.

We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, has not traveled outside the Yukon/BC/Northwest Territories/Nunavut border in the 14 days before the event and you apply Covid-19 safety practice

E: exploreatlinsales@gmail.com Facebook: @ExploreAtlin

Ph: 250-651-2297

Presented by Heather Keny

NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE Trond Gulch In a pastoral setting, backing onto Munro Mtn, this onebedroom, 715 sq.ft. off-the-grid home on 9.88 acres surrounded by Crown Land. Sauna and guest cabin. Was lived in year around for many years. Truly unique with perfection evident throughout! $350,000 2nd Street Stunning custom built home featuring fabulous open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, full bath plus Atlin’s only elevator that takes you to the lower level with pantry, storage and a 16’x28’ heated shop with 10’ ceilings. Private location with guest cabin included! $295,000 Warm Bay Road 12.4 acres with great mountain views, several cabins, shop and living quarters. Well on site. Off grid. $195,000 Third Street 2 bedroom, bright home on a quiet 75x100 lot with a 24x40’ shop with 12’ ceilings. Some updating needed but most rooms are 15’+.

Major foundation and roof work already done. $189,900 Food Basket Thriving business in Atlin! The building, land, rental suite, and grocery store are all included. A great way for the whole family help make a comfortable living $300,000 plus stock 4th July Bay Half acre lakefront property with log home that has one BR on main level and 2 more in walk out lower level. Large garage, greenhouse and wood shed completes the package. $299,500 FIRM Atlin Highway 80 acres fronting onto the highway, off grid, with the most spectacular views in the area, Atlin Lake from Minto Mountain to Teresa Island! $350,000 4640 Warm Bay Road Fabulous 3 level home on 2.6 acres high above Warm Bay Road providing an incredible view of Atlin Lake. $240,000. SOLD 6th Street 320 sq.ft. cabin on 50x100 lot, no plumbing. “As is, where is” $45,000 SOLD Above asking First Street 2500 sq.ft. basement entry home with 4 bedrooms, 24x24’ garage, 60’ shed for wood, quads or whatever you need, very private 2 acres. $187,000 SOLD Wilson Street Quiet mountain views from this four-bedroom, 1600 sqft home on two acres. Open yard with raised beds and greenhouse. Where else can you find a kitchen like this at this price? Great value at $197,500 SOLD

Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 Please text or email a message (rather than voice mail) myrnablake1@gmail.com . Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.

Insa’s bench is now in place.

Take a few moments to sit and enjoy the view.

P.S. you might want to consider taking an umbrella with you!

“Fields of Corn”

Fertile soil throughout the valley Way beyond where a soul can see.

Sweet corn is sown by early May Six feet high by mid-summer day.

Fields of corn stand shoulder to shoulder Erect and tall as would a soldier.

Tassels on top proudly upright Reaching high to capture sunlight.

At harvest time there’s chores to do Young and old are included too.

Kitchens busy making cornbread Young and old getting family fed.

Jeff Salmon jeffandmich67@gmail.com

Fishing Charters

Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART

Have a heart that never hardens, and a

SVOP Licence, 24 ft. Boat, Transport Canada Commercial Registration – Insured Gary Hill, Atlin B.C. V0W 1A0 Licensed, B.C. Guide Call -250 651-7553 Email garyphill59@gmail.com $850.00 per day - $550.00 per 1/2 day

temper that never tires, GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com

and a touch

7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0

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WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com

Sewing Machine

Atlin Community

Cleaning, Repair, & Setup

Open Every

Library Friday and Saturday

2-4p.m.

Everyone Welcome

Terry 250 651-7769

that never

Closed until further notice

St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m.

Sunday Everyone Welcome

OPEN

Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada

Services Sunday 11: a.m.

Come join us!

(778) 721-0710 OPEN

Please note that calls for same day water delivery service must be received no later than 11 a.m. of said day. Thank you!

Heating Oil delivery available

Delivery days are Monday through Friday Our mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0 You can also email us at grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com 250-651-7463

With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond

For sale, 80 acres of beautiful mixed forest just off Atlin lake and 27 kms north of Atlin.

Zoned ALR with a creek running through it, gently sloped and easy to develop. $350,000.

For more info call 867-333-9914.

The next Whisper is Wednesday September 2nd.

Submissions are due no later than Sunday 9pm August 30th .

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