The Atlin Whisper, May 11 2022

Wednesday May 11th, 2022

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

Margaret Mead

ATTENTION CHANGES within the Atlin Volunteer Fire Department The Emergency Fire Phone will remain the same - 250-651-7666 Fire emergency calls will be transferred to DISPATCH in Whitehorse

INFORMATION NEEDED WHEN YOU CALL: - Community you are calling from: (Atlin) - Address of incident (Street & house number) - Your name and call back phone number - Any other pertinent information (house or chimney fire - forest fire – land description)

Thank you to Barb, Athea and Heather and all the previous dispatchers who have answered the Fire Emergency Phones over the years.

Annette Giesbrecht, Trustee Atlin Community Improvement District PO Box 388, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0 250-651-7582 atlincid@gmail.com

BANDS - (Part 1) Roving Minstrels of the North, South, East and West

By Paul Lucas Cantung NWT,1981. We climbed out of Hilary and Ilene’s three-quarter ton crew cab, stiff and weary, with a couple of hours of work still ahead of us. It’s a long haul from Atlin to Cantung. Longer in the winter.

This company town was built and operated by Canada Tungsten, and like many of these towns, it was a self contained hive of activity with a seemingly unlimited budget - great places to play if you wanted to be treated like royalty.

The cook shack alone boggled the mind. Practically anything you wanted was there.

‘A rib eye steak for breakfast, sir? … coming right up.’

And the entertainment, apart from the occasional stripper and itinerant band like ourselves, was high tech. These were the early days of computers and HBO, and the mining camps had it all. Over half of our gigs were in these camps - Elsa, Faro, McMillan Pass, Cantung, Ericson, Cassiar - and the other half were in the towns that supported them. The Yukon is all about mining.

We dragged our frozen equipment out of the truck and into the ‘Club Lounge’ to let everything thaw out. I stopped for a minute to look at the scene. It was one that every musician knows - amps and keyboards being hauled across the stage, drums being set up along with mic stands and monitors, and the endless unfurling of cables of one sort or another. Musicians don’t really get paid to play, they get paid to travel and set up.

Still, I didn’t hear any complaining. After all, being able to make a living strumming a board with strings on it was some sort victory as far as I was concerned, and I’m sure everybody felt the same.

Bands are families, but unlike blood families, they are made up of like minded individuals who choose to be together. If the connections are strong enough, your band members can seem like blood. There is something about striving together towards the same goal, something in the shared passion, and something in the willingness to accept each others strengths and weaknesses with equanimity, that forms the bond between musicians - a bond that is rare other than in sports and the military.

REFUNDABLE FUNDRAISING ALERT!!!

What we accept Tetra Packs

Plastic

Aluminum

Juice

Wine bags

Cans

Milk

Pop bottles

Juice

Soy

Water bottles

Pop

Almond

Juice bottles

Hemp

Chocolate milk

GLASS

Rice

Yogurt drinks

Wine

Cashew

Liquid coffee flavouring

Liquor

Coconut

Coffee drinks with milk

Juice

Liquid non-dairy creamer

Milk

Beer

Liquid whipping cream

Coffee Drinks

Milkshakes

PLEASE HELP US BY - Emptying, rinsing and not putting any garbage nor non refundable items with the REFUNDABLE ITEMS. All donations at this time, are split between The Atlin Rod & Gun Club and The Atlin Curling Club.

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP!!!

Roger Gallagher Celebration of Life BBQ May 22 Tarahne Park 1pm we will move to the Rec Centre Hall if weather is poor be prepared for wet ground family is providing food for BBQ, please RSVP to determine food purchase, bring your own beverage.

Please contact Lillian gallagher@northwestel.net if you are able to: bring a side, bring a BBQ There will be a donation jar to help family with after life expenses Evening activities in the Rec Centre Lounge following BBQ Roger Gallagher Estate Sale Atlin BC

Everything must go!!! ** antiques ** furniture ** art ** and so much more There will be a donation jar to help family with after life expenses When: May 14, 12:00pm - 4:00pm Where: First House on 6th street follow the balloons

May at the Globe Theatre

The Historic Globe Theatre

May 14 Whitehorse Community Choir Presents Water Music Songs of seas and rivers Doors open 6:30, Concert Start 7:00 See posters for full details Sunday May 15: Movie - Sleepers Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 9:45 Staring: Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, Brad Pitt

Rated 14A Directed by Barry Levinson

Suspense: A youthful prank spins out of control, the punishment does not fit the crime. Sentenced to the school for boys, 4 pals are mistreated at will by a cadre of sadistic guards. Now 15 years later, they have an unexpected opportunity to use that system for revenge.

May 21 Musicians Paris Pick & Elijah Bekk May 28 Musicians Erica Dee Mah

Admission Donation Concession items marked All proceeds go towards enhancing Theatre Assets Facebook: @ExploreAtlin

Email: exploreatlin@gmail.com Presented by Heather Keny

The Epic Chronicles of the Cast of Characters and Host of Plotlines of the Year 2022, The Great Reveal Volume I, Chapter 3, Beauty Lost; Beauty Found The Greeting City of four million Corner of Parliament and Queen Four young men holding candles Ward off the cold and the dark By simply smiling and saying hello To all who hurriedly pass by The Hug Free immune-boosting hugs For free!

And they really are immune-boosting Imagine that!

Did I mention that they’re free?

The Healer The healer Hones in on the precise intent And heals The Winner Accepts the win; then wins The Lover Loves God Loves himself Loves others The Gentleman The Gentleman Is gentle with himself Is then gentle with others

The Remedy Remedies Freely available Safe and effective All we have to do is ask The Artist The artist Produces what the people want: beauty And her work is indeed beautiful And the artist is most happy making beauty And the people are most happy to buy it up And it is fulfilling for the artist But she feels that there is something missing: Truth So she paints truth in all its starkness And it may not be beautiful And it may not sell But it is her truth So she tells it As it is And what is truth?

But a reflection of what is Truth shows us what is real And reveals it to us in the raw Such that we can make informed decisions And this grounds us Brings us back into balance Such that we can find beauty again And live in beauty With beauty For beauty Stephen Badhwar, Aril 2022

One Bedroom House for Rent Available May 1st *Bright *Fully Furnished *Oak and Ceramic Flooring *Veranda *View of the Mountains *Well Insulated $700 Plus Hydro and Water For a viewing call Trudy @ 250-651-0009

LANDFILL SPRING/SUMMER HOURS *Effective – Saturday April 23rd, 2022* SATURDAY-MONDAY CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Victoria Day - Closed Monday, May 23rd ….…. Open May 21, 22, 24 Canada Day - Closed Friday, July 1st …… Open July 2, 3, 4 BC Day - Closed Monday, Aug 1st …...…. Open July 30, 31 & Aug 2 Labour Day - Closed Monday, Sept 5th ………... Open Sept 3, 4, 6 Thanksgiving Day - Closed Monday, Oct 10th ... Open Oct 8, 9, 11

HOURS 11 AM - 4 PM Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District

WANTED I am looking to buy a 1974-1979 Ford pickup with a decent cab. It does not have to be in driving condition. Phone number 867 322 1105.

Email Chris.stubbins2019@gmail.com

WANTED The Atlin Historical Society is looking for donations of tea pots.

Please contact Mary at Grizzly Home Services 250-651-7463 If you can help.

Mountain Shack Café Restaurant Fast Fancy Food Great Service 110 Discovery Avenue In Atlin, B.C.

EAT IN OR TAKE OUT 250-651-7789

NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE

Fourth of July Basic lake side cabin, hidden in the trees, on .544 acres, leased lot until 2042. Very private! $97,000 Hidden Heaven!

This stunning gem in an Enchanted Forest has been lovingly crafted by the hands of this talented owner – never to be duplicated! On 4 acres with guest cabins and a short walk to hidden lakes plus easy access to the highway, $399,000 STUNNING – Inside and Outside Incredible views, quiet location and fabulous home. 1700 sq.ft. on main level, beautifully renovated with gyproc interior, lots of updated windows, open floor plan, kitchen, dining area, living room, bar/games room plus 2 bedrooms. Basement offers 3 more bedrooms, two baths, kitchenette and large living room with ground level access. One of a kind waiting for you. $349,000 accepted offer above asking 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 Atlin Highway 72 acres along the Atlin Highway with fabulous view of the mountains and lake, overlooking Surprise Lake Road as well. Not suitable for subdivision but offers an incredible homesite. $185,000 SOLD $187,500 Coming Soon This gem is off grid, well maintained and absolutely the perfect retreat. 2 bedrooms, spacious living area and kitchen with pantry. Several outbuildings and a natural spring running through. Hopefully should soon be available for viewing.

Trond Gulch In a pastoral setting, backing onto Munro Mtn, this one-bedroom, 715 sq.ft. off-the-grid home on 9.88 acres is surrounded by Crown Land and extremely private. Sauna and guest cabin.

Truly unique with perfection evident throughout! $350,000 SOLD Mi 43 Atlin Highway 34+ acres of land, surrounded by grazing lease, with 1700 sq.ft., 2 BR, full basement home, great well, septic field, solar and generator plus lots of extras. If you wish, will come with 2 loveable nags who consider this home. Quick possession is possible. $535,000 SOLD

Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 Next anticipated visit April 22 & 23, subject to weather forecast Leave message via text or email myrnablake1@ gmail.com Go to northernhomesbc.ca from more details.

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 Did you know we sell and service Toyo Stoves?

We offer competitive pricing on the latest models. Call the office for more information Phone 250-651-7463

Email grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com Mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0 Summer Office hours – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8 am - noon With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond

“Lady Luck” Who can say When she turns away That their heart Won’t be torn apart?

WANTED Looking for indoor and outdoor furniture and decorations.

Best if it is antique look or original.

Please call me at 250-651-2111 Amélie Remon, the local chocolatier.

Who can say When she turns away That their trust Won’t be thrust aside?

There are those who say She’ll turn back their way With a smile and even more To win the luck of the draw.

There are those who say They’ll work hard each day To have their days unfold With a life worth more than gold.

Jeff Salmon

Fishing Charters

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

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

Smallwood Enterprises Ltd

GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com

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

We also provide Equipment Rentals, Excavations, Covered Storage, Firewood and Snow Removal.

Please call (250) 651-2488 or email bobscontracting2020@ gmail.com

7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0 WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com

Atlin Pet Care 287 Tatlow Street

Your pets home away from home!

Indoor/Outdoor Runs Heated Kennels Boarding-Grooming-Pet Supplies Emergency Care-Veterinarian Referrals SPCA AGENTS George Holman 250-651-7717 or Marj Holman 250-651-7758 Sincerely Yours General Store & Canada Post Location OPEN Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 CLOSED weekends and Statutory Holidays

CANADA POST CONTACT INFORMATION Inquiries or concerns? sebastien.bernier@canadapost.ca www.canadapost-postescanada.ca

Atlin Mountain Inn Restaurant Hours (now licensed!)

Breakfast 7:30 am-4 pm every day (coffee & continental, self-serve) Lunch 12:00 pm-2 pm every day except Friday Dinner 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Wednesday Wing Night 6-8 pm Sunday Dinner 6:00-8:00 pm Friday Take Out Pizza Night 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Follow us on Facebook for deals and specials!

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

Come join us!

(778) 721-0710

St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m.

Sunday Everyone welcome!

MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037

Reasonable Rates!

Every blade of grass, each leaf, each separate petal, is an inscription speaking of hope.

Sewing Machine Cleaning, Repair, & Setup Terry 250 651-7769

Richard Jefferies

WANTED Rental or Lease to Own For May 2022 Contact: Carmen Email: carmen.nantel@g mail.com (705) 785-9539 EST

Atlin Community Library Open Every

Friday and Saturday 2-4p.m.

Everyone Welcome

The next Whisper is Wednesday May 25th Submissions are due no later than Sunday 6pm May 22nd The Purpose of the Atlin Whisper is to encourage, build-up and inform the people of Atlin concerning ongoing community events and happenings. The Whisper is not a political mouthpiece.

Compiled and edited by Lynne Phipps. Paper for printing courtesy of Northern Homes Real Estate Printing courtesy of RCMP Atlin; Ink costs courtesy of Literacy Now. Classifieds, news, upcoming events Contact 1-250-651-7861 or lynnephippsatlin@gmail.com if you have, pictures or articles you would like to submit.

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