Wednesday August 20th , 2025
The Atlin Whisper
“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.”
Margaret Mead
FINAL CONCERT OF 2025!!!!
See individual poster for more details
Facebook: @ExploreAtlin Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Presented by Heather Keny/Explore Atlin
Saturday, August 23
Rob Dickson Trio
Folk, orchestral, progressive, pop
Spotify: Rob Dickson
Flood preparedness in Atlin – what you need to know to stay safe
Floods are common and can happen at any time of year. Whether caused by heavy rain or rapid snowmelt, floods can happen quickly and with little warning. Being prepared can make all the difference in protecting your home, yourself and those you live with.
Prepare your home
There are simple steps you can take in and around your home and property to help prevent flood damage. Move valuables and appliances above potential flood levels, clean your gutters regularly and keep nearby storm drains clear of debris. If you’re able, consider installing sump pumps, backflow valves and applying weather protection sealant around basement windows and the base of ground level doors.
Research insurance coverage
Insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself in the event of an emergency. Check with your insurance representative to determine if sewer backup and/or residential flood insurance is available for your property. You can also contact the Insurance Bureau of Canada at 1-844-227-5422
Know where to find information
If a flood occurs or is expected, information will be shared online at EmergencyInfoBC.ca, the EmergencyInfoBC X (formerly Twitter) account and the Taku River Tlingit First Nation’s social media channels. If an Evacuation Alert or Order is issued, you may also be notified through broadcast-intrusive alerts or door-to-door notifications. Bookmark these sources in advance so you know where to get verified and trusted information.
Staying safe during a flood
During a flood, stay safe by following the instructions of local officials. In the event of an Evacuation Alert, be ready to leave on short notice. If an Evacuation Order is issued, you are at risk and must leave immediately with your grab-and-go bags.
Do not drive or walk across flooded roads, and do not attempt to cross rivers or flowing streams. Six inches of rushing water can knock an adult off their feet. Two feet of water can carry away most vehicles, including trucks and SUVs.
Returning home after a flood
Return home only when authorities say it’s safe. Watch for hazards like contaminated water, structural damage and mold. Document damage for insurance claims and begin cleanup with protective gear. Make a home emergency plan
Floods are unpredictable, but your response doesn’t have to be. Make a plan in advance. Knowing what to do, where to go and who to contact will reduce stress and help keep you focused and safe. Make your home emergency plan at PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyReady or pick up a hardcopy fill-in-the-blanks template at the Museum or RCMP in Atlin. For more information about flood preparedness, visit PreparedBC.ca/Floods.
Have questions about emergency preparedness in your area?
Contact the Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR) Regional Office serving Atlin from Smithers and Terrace: Email: norpreoc.stikine@gov.bc.ca
Phone: 1-250-651-0115
EmergencyInfoBC.ca by scanning this QR code
Atlin Goldfields Past, Present and Future
by Clive Aspinall, P.Eng.
Atlin Placer Miners Association (APMA)
14th August 2025 - Gold Price $US 3,335.90oz/$CDN 4,607.94oz Selected Summaries From 1904 BC Annual Reports on Atlin Mineral Division Claims (Notes in Italics by author)
Overview: Prospecting Atlin mineral claims, as opposed to placer claims has not received the attention they clearly deserve in 1904. Still, for all this, there have been a large number of mineral claims located in the district, a few of which have received some material development. The records of the Atlin office show that in 1903 there were new 57 mineral properties, and 112 certificates of work issued, while in 1904 some 105 claims were recorded and 122 certificates of work issued.
To this very day in 2025, and 121 years since 1904, the search still goes on for finding an Atlin mother lode.
The Imperial Group: The greatest amount of work done on any group of claims in the Atlin Mining Division was on the Imperial Group, Munro Mountain, immediately north west of Atlin, overlooking the valley of Pine creek. Work was being carried out by the Nimrud Syndicate, but in 1902 work was suspended.
Lake View Property: Located at 800 to 1,000 feet above Pine creek on the west side of Boulder Creek, this property consists of Lake View, Grand View and Last Chance claims. There are several quartz veins on the properties. The property bad been under bond to an English syndicate, whose local director informed the Mines Inspector on average samples he had obtained had assays running about $8.40 to the ton, mostly as free gold.
Red Jacket Property: (adjacent to Yellow Jacket on Pine Creek ), was discovered in 1899.
The Nimrud Syndicate sunk a shaft about 50 feet deep on the property, and reported good gold values but the company got into litigation and work was stopped. The property since has passed into the hands of Mr. J. M. Ruffner, of the North Columbia Gold Mining Company. Mr. Ruffner reportedly showed the Mines Inspector a sack of quartz in which gold was visible in nearly every sample. The claim is equipped with a small steam hoisting and pumping plant, and it is understood to be the intention of the owners to continue the work in 1905.
Beavis Group. Located along the Atlin lake shore immediately north of Atlin, the Beavis Group was reported to be under bond to a Skagway enterprise, who have already done some work on the property, The Mines Inspector took mine samples from tailings dumps. These samples were assayed by a Government Assayer, whose results indicate the presence of gold, but not in sufficient quantity for commercial profit.
Copper Island. This property, located in the First Narrows, Torres Inlet, was worked by a Mr. Laverdiere. Through his work, a number of Calcite veins a few inches in width, in which spots of bright native copper was seen, was from these veinlets that slabs of native copper were obtained. These veinlets, while exceedingly interesting, are not sufficiently large, nor does the native copper in them occur in sufficient quantity, to be of importance commercially. If you are ever passing through First Narrows, Mr. Laverdier’s short Adit is easily accessible only a few metres from the lake shore, also spots of native copper easily are visible inside the short Adit
ATLIN 2025
TAILGATE SALE AND FARMER’S MARKET
SATURDAY 10 UNTIL 1
AUGUST 30
WATERFRONT BESIDE THE TARAHNE BOAT MUST PROVIDE OWN TABLE
$5.00 OR BY DONATION PER TABLE TO RESERVE A SITE(S) CALL 250-651-7697 OR MESSAGE 250-706-0515
JANE CURRY
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS IN ATLIN
HEAVY RAIN OR EXTREME WINDS MAY RESULT IN CANCELLATION OF THE SALE
I Thank Thee Lord
Atlin Museum, Gift Shop and Visitor Centre
Open May 10-Sept 15th Wednesday to Sunday 11:00-4:00 pm
180- 3rd Street, Atlin, B.C.
PH: 250-651-7522
Tarahne or Globe Theatre is available for nightly rentals.
For more information call the above number or email: atlinhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Debit & Credit Cards Accepted
I thank thee, Lord for precious things, Thou has revealed to me. In country roads, in early spring, Thy handiwork I see.
A flower small, a towering hill, a flash of red on yonder vine. A sunset in the glowing west…These precious things are mine.
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE
Second Street
Tucked away on 3 adjoining lots totaling 90’ x 100’ feet on a dead end quiet street. Picture is taken from Second Street looking towards the vacant lots (there is an old garage/shed in the treed lot), lake marina and the mountains. Near perfection!
$299,000.
Warm Bay Road
Searching for that perfect hide-away? Close to town but hidden from neighbors? Where you can go, put up your feet and simply drink in the view! No need to look any further! 5 acres of paradise with a modern 4 bedroom, 2 story home in mint condition without the dreaded "honey do" list! Find the trails and hike the mountain, spend your summer days on the balcony reading your favorite books or invite guests to your B&B. Or develop the acreage further to suit your favorite pass times! This stunning home should meet most of your "wish list". Waiting for you, ready to move in!
$675,000
Discovery Avenue
Perfect location, at the entrance to town, this 31.4 x 90 ft lot, prepped and ready for development.
An 8x8x8 shed build by a certified contractor has 200 amp service, interior lights plus a 30 amp RV plug. Ideal for that business you have been thinking to develop. Take the first step!
$120,000
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 story and a main level cozy self contained mother-in-law cottage is perfect for guests. So much potential to expand.
SOLD
Seeking True Remote?
Above Jade City on the old Cassiar Highway, in the middle of the gold fields, 0.5 hectares (not surveyed) on the banks of Troutline Creek, License of Occupation, 10 year terms with current term good until 2032. Story and half cabin plus outbuildings. Current holder has had a small farm with goats and chickens. Telephone service. 4.4 km from main highway.
$89,900
First Street
Rare opportunity for good building lot (two adjoining lots being sold as one parcel), just steps away from Atlin Lake, close to center of community, accessed from lane. 50x100’, no records of previous development on the land.
$195,000
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.
$35,500
Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 or Katie Suter at (250) 500-1915
myrnablake1@gmail.com .or myrnablake1@zoleo.com when travelling Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.
LANDFILL
SPRING/SUMMER HOURS
*Effective –Saturday April 26th, 2025*
SATURDAY-MONDAY
CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
Victoria Day - Closed Monday, May 19th ….…. Open May 17, 18, 20
BC Day - Closed Monday, Aug 4th …...…. Open Aug 2, 3, 5
Labour Day - Closed Monday, Sept 1st ……... Open Aug 30, 31 & Sept 2,
Thanksgiving Day - Closed Monday, Oct 13th ... Open Oct 11, 12, 14
HOURS 11 AM - 4 PM
Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District
“Desert Sky”
When dawn lights the desert Color will spring to life.
Flora will paint the landscape With petals of yellow and pink Proudly revealing their display As a garden to be cherished.
Wind will whisper off canyon walls
Sharing secrets from long ago. A breeze coming through a field of grain Will coax plants to wave at passersby. Beautiful wild mustangs will be seen In streams winding throughout the land.
A desert sky with long days Of sun will enhance colors Until sunshine begins to fade And purple shade flows over all.
Then, sundown will usher in A breath of scented cool air As the answer to a prayer.
Jeff Salmon
BIG WATER SOCIETY
We are pleased to announce a new counsellor!
Big Water Society is pleased to have Laurie LarkinBoyle, RCC, DVATI, and MEd, as our new mental wellness counsellor for all people in Atlin. This is a FREE professional and confidential service that Big Water Society provides to the community.
Laurie brings a wonderful blend of mental wellness counselling as well as Art Therapy for those that prefer to keep their hands and brain busy. Laurie is available every Wednesday from 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm by phone, video and email.
For more information and to book an appointment: Website: Crocuscreativearttherapy.com Phone: 431-813-2756
Email: crocuscreative@gmail.com
39 Lake St, Atlin
Kitchen Hours at the Atlin Mountain Inn:
Tuesday Lunch: 12-2pm (restaurant)
Restaurant Open Sun, Mon, Tues 5-9pm.
Saloon opens at 5pm Wed-Saturday, Dinner served from 5:00-9pm.
Self-serve coffee in Restaurant 6:30am to 5pm.
Various meals, Submarine Sandwiches, Hamburgers etc. available 24/7 in the lobby Deli vending machine Cash only. ATM available.
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
Sundays and Stat holidays closed
~Weekly freight truck run on Mondays and freight runs available upon request~
OPPORTUNITY: NEW ORGANIZATION IN TOWN
Our Story
Atlin Family Church, Pastors Dale & Rena Mae McDonald look forward to meeting you. Let us introduce ourselves.
We met in grade 5 & Dale soon realized that Rena Mae was set apart from the other girls. At 10 years old God introduced us, first as friends & later in grade 10 we started to realize we wanted to get to know each other in a deeper relationship though dating & eventually getting married Oct 1/1983.
We both gave our hearts to The Lord at a young age, but we reaffirmed our faith in Jesus in a denominational church. Although we met many wonderful church family members it did not feel like home for us. We felt God leading us to a deeper relationship with Him & apart from a denominational structure.
Over the years we attended several churches & found our home in churches that taught faith in God & His Word. In 1999 after attending a faith focused church in Valleyview, AB we felt called to Calgary Bible Training Center graduating with honors in 2000. The call to the north was realized in 2003 at which time we moved to Whitehorse, Yukon.
Our time in the north has been sharing what we had learned in bible school while working in our various business or management positions in Whitehorse (& briefly in Prince George, BC). When in Prince George, we soon realized it would be a short stay. The Atlin journey began as we moved back from Prince George March 2024. We truly missed the north & were excited to come home! Atlin is such a beautiful location & community to call home.
To be honest we did not know the extent of the plan of God in coming back to the northwest. God began to reveal His plan during the summer of 2024 & we are excited to take the next step with Him with Atlin Family Church, a new church plant.
Atlin Family Church is a Christian, non-denominational -faith teaching ministry that is word based. A community where you can feel at home & ask questions without being judged. A place that gives you room to grow & build your personal relationship with Jesus. We believe every human being has a different journey in life & that is OK. What determines your destination is determined by your life choices. Having a personal relationship with Jesus puts you on the path of life! The sooner we find Him the sooner real life begins!
We believe:
We are what God’s Word says that we are! We can have what God’s Word says we can have! We can do what God’s Word says we can do!
We are part of The Body of Christ instructed to continue the ministry of Christ in Atlin. BC & Yukon.
Ingrid Linnea Dick June 18th 1941- August 8th 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ingrid Linnea Dick, who died peacefully at the age of 84, surrounded by her loving family.
Ingrid was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. She will be deeply missed by her children, Mel Dick (Kelly Horvath) and Laura Eby (Kelly); her grandchildren, Linsey Eby and Linea Pellizzaro (Marco); her great-grandchildren, Aurora, Joseph and Thomas, and nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ingrid's life will be held at The Atlin Rec Center on September 14, 2025 from 2-6pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made directly to the Kelowna Women's shelter where Ingrid volunteered for many years.
She will be remembered for her kind heart, warm spirit, contagious laugh, and unwavering love for her family.
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 250-651-7789
MECHANIC WANTED
Everyone welcome!
Pastors Dale & Rena Mae McDonald www.atlinfamilychurch.ca
867 334 1376 Dale 867 335 8829 Rena Mae
Atlin Family Church Office 204 4th Street P.O. Box 526
Atlin BC Canada V0W 1A0
Atlin Community Library
AVAILABLE Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037 Reasonable Rates!
The Library is open Friday and Saturday from 2pm to 4pm. We're located in the Courthouse on Second Street between Trainor and Pearl. Not a member of the Library? Come in and sign up. It's free. You can borrow books and tapes for 3 weeks for free. Come on in! It could become a habit. A very good habit.
Smallwood Enterprises Ltd
Looking for a full-time licensed heavy-duty mechanic in Atlin, BC. Wage is negotiable depending on experience. Accommodation can be provided if needed.
Please send resume to bobscontracting2020@gmail.com
The next Whisper is September 3rd
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
Submissions are due no later than Sunday August 31st 6pm
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 Dani McNeil and the RCMP Atlin. Delivery by Bobbie Whelan and Gary Hill. Classifieds, news, upcoming events Contact 1-867-334-7949 or lynnephippsatlin@gmail.com if you have, pictures or articles you would like to submit.
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