Wednesday October 29th , 2025
The Atlin Whisper
“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.
Margaret Mead
CURLING NEWS!!!!
It is almost the Curling Season in Atlin!
Are you interested in curling this winter? Prior to putting the curling ice in, we are needing the commitment of 6 teams for the curling league.
Please let us know by November 1, 2025 if you have a team or are looking for a team to curl on.
If there is enough interest, volunteers will be needed over the next 6 to 8 weeks to help install the curling ice and to help throughout the season with maintenance and events. If you are unable to curl but still want to be involved with the club, there will be lots of opportunities to help out.
We have already secured the GOLD for the Gold Nugget Bonspiel which was donated by Ruby Gold AKA Rino.
Please contact Jody Smallwood or Scott Cole for any questions.
Atlin Curling Club
Thank you
A good running day
Atlin School Cross Country Run
October 9 the 3rd Atlin School Cross Country Run was a fact. Early in the morning, still crispy cold, school teachers and volunteers came to South Pine Drive for setting up tables, chairs, concession, start and finish line, portable fire pit and more. RCMP and Medics were stand-by. Then the children arrived, both from the Atlin School and St. Francis School Whitehorse. Instructions were given to all. Some volunteers and teachers were assigned a spot along the trails to check if all runners on that specific track would pass. Others had a role more close to the start/finish line. All runners received a race number so their individual running time could be monitored.
In the boys' 2-kilometre race, Jacob won with a very fast time of 16:01 minutes, followed by Jaxon in second place with a time of 17:16 minutes. Kayden finished third in 18:13 minutes, and Luke, accompanied by his mother, finished in 22:25 minutes.
In the girls' race, Isla won the race in a fantastic time of 15:55 minutes, making her the fastest of all boys and girls together. Faith finished second, crossing the finish line just a few seconds later in 15:58 minutes, also finishing second place overall. Katherine finished third in 17:29 minutes, and Adeline finished fourth in 24:55 minutes.
In the 3-kilometre race, the boys started first, followed by the girls about 5 minutes later. It was an exciting race, with the girls determined to catch up with the boys. Runners showed great sportsmanship by stepping aside when a faster athlete tried to pass.
In the boys' race, Thomas won in 24:55 minutes and finished third overall. Nicholas followed in his wake with a time of 25:14 minutes. Jayden, seemingly fresh and full of energy, finished third in 25:31 minutes. Bogomil, with a smile on his face, managed to squeeze out a final sprint and crossed the finish line in 31:34 minutes, a fantastic performance from him Lawrence finished with a time of 34:08 minutes, and Eiger crossed the finish line without a trace of fatigue in 38:39 minutes.
In the girls' race, Shelby convincingly won the 3-kilometre race, finishing first and first overall with a time of 20:22 minutes. She overtook all the boys who had started 5 minutes earlier. Darina crossed the finish line with a high speed and finished second in 23:53 minutes, herewith placing herself second overall in the 3-kilometre race. Miles finished third in a great time of 25:03 minutes. Hannah finished fourth in 34:55 minutes, and Sophie fifth in 37:02 minutes.
The 5K race was dominated by the students of St. Francis School in Whitehorse, and included Abi and Max from Atlin.
Chou won the boys' race with a time of 29:45 minutes. He finished second in the combined group of boys and girls. Chou was followed by Mason, who finished second in 30:31 minutes, making him third in this overall group. Arie finished fourth in 36:20 minutes, and Max fifth in 38:39 minutes.
Abi won the girls' race with a time of 28:04 minutes, also winning the overall boys' and girls' 5K. Cassie finished second in 33:47 minutes, and Caley took third place in 36:13 minutes. It was commendable that such a well-mannered and athletic team from Whitehorse participated in the Atlin Cross Country Run. We hope to see them again at future races.
The 2025 Atlin Cross Country Run was a prime example of fine sportsmanship. During the three races, covering 2, 3, and 5 kilometres, several runners demonstrated excellent sportsmanship by politely giving way to those who wanted to pass. Tribute to Eiger and Jayden, the gentlemen on the trail. A good sport also cheers for all who take the effort of participating. And cheering was done loudly, not just by the adults but also by all the children that were on location.
We are proud of all the runners. For some it was more strenuous than for others. And, boy, are we proud of those!
Thank you to all the children, teachers, volunteers and viewers for making the time for this event. A special thanks to all that came from Whitehorse. Although the start of the day was a bit chilly, the sun came out and accomplished this wonderful day. It was a good running day.
Bart and Karin DeHaas
Atlin Goldfields, Past, Present and Future
by Clive Aspinall, P.Eng.
Atlin Placer Miner Association (APMA)
26th October 2025-Gold Price $SUS 4,106.90oz /$CDN 5,750.25oz
The World’s Most Important Gold Producers
The world's most important gold producers are China, Russia, and Australia, which together accounted for a significant portion of global production in 2024. Following them are other major producers like Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Ghana.
China has been the world's leading gold producer for over a decade, producing approximately 380 tonnes in 2024. The country's output is driven by long-term investments in domestic mining and refining infrastructure. Gold remains a vital part of its manufacturing industry, especially in electronics, machinery, and the automotive sector. Shandong is the province with the largest gold reserves and production, making up about 40% of the national total. However, the country's consumption surpasses its production, leading to significant gold imports from countries like Australia and South Africa. Recent exploration has also revealed new resources for China's gold reserves, such as an estimated 168 tonnes announced in October 2025.
Russia ranks second, producing an estimated 310-330 metric tons in 2024. Russia produced an estimated 310,000 kg of gold in December 2024, a slight decrease from the previous year. The country's gold mining industry is concentrated in Siberia and the Far Eastern Federal Districts, particularly in the Krasnoyarsk Krai and Magadan Oblast regions.
Australia ranks third. Australian Gold Production was reported at 290,000.000 kg in Dec 2024. This records a decrease from the previous figure of 296,000.000 kg for Dec 2023. Australia Gold Production data is updated yearly, averaging 269,138.000 kg from Dec 1990 to 2024.
Canada ranks fourth. Canada's gold production reached approximately 200 tonnes in 2024, with the most significant gold production coming from Ontario and Quebec, which together accounted for 70% of the total. While production has been increasing, the Yukon saw a substantial rise in 2023. The mining Company, Agnico Eagle, is Canada's largest gold producer and the second largest gold producer in the world. Gold was first discovered in Canada in the 1820s along the shores of the Rivière Chaudière in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. In 1858, gold discoveries in the sands of B.C.’s Fraser River started what was known as the Cariboo Gold Rush, similar to the famous rushes in Australia and California during the same decade. Another 40 years later, the discovery of gold in the Yukon caused the legendary Klondike Gold Rush, which ushered in one of the most productive periods of gold mining in the history of Canada.
“Imagine ”
Imagine when your makebelieve
Adds color to the world you see.
Imagine when you close your eyes
It’s make-believe you visualize.
When flowers turn their face to you
And smile the way a friend would do
You whisper words so they will know
How much you love their warm hello.
When mermaids swim close by to shore
Singing sweet lullabies and more
Your teddy bears will fall asleep
And then begin to snore.
Jeff Salmon
LANDFILL *WINTER DAYS*
*Effective – Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
* SUNDAY & MONDAY 11 AM - 4 PM …
PST CLOSED at temperatures -28 C & below.
CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Christmas (Thursday) & New Year (Thursday)
Family Day (Monday) - Open Feb 17
Easter (Good Friday) - Open Apr 7, 8
Operated by Atlin CID
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!
$595,000
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
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
myrnablake1@gmail.com .or myrnablake1@zoleo.com when travelling Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.
FOR RENT
2 - 3 bedroom house for rent on Green Street.
$1,700 per month plus utilities. Call Jody Smallwood 250-651-2488
Short Term Rental Available
December 2025 - March 2026
At Dancing Aspen Studio
$1,000.00 Hydro included Wood & Water additional Contact Rhoda @ 867.335.1761
New World Order
Big Bang Theory
Divine Order
Big Plan Theory
Cosmic coincidence Creation
Ephemeral
God is dead
No purpose
Mundane
Fabricated dualities
Self-consuming
Binary code
Rectilinear
Deviled genders
The Mark of the Beast
Artificial Intelligence
Unconsciousness
Conformity
Habeascastratus
Total surveillance
Comfort and convenience
Total urbanization
Smart everything
15-minute cities
Created chaos
Order out of chaos
Digital dictatorship
Eternal
Nietzsche is dead
Purpose
Sacred
Foundational dualities
Self-sustaining
Unity code
Circuitous
Divine genders
The Hand of God
Human intelligence
Consciousness
Leadership
Habeuscorpus
Fundamental freedoms
Courage and conviction
Rural diversification
Inherent wisdom
Family farms
Natural harmony
Primal order
Divine rule
https://stephenbadhwar.substack.com/October2025
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
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: Oct 1, 2025
Sunday-Tuesday- CLOSED
Wed-Sat-Dinner served from 5:30-8pm in the Saloon.
(Saloon opens at 5pm Mon-Sat)
Self-serve coffee in Restaurant 7am to 5pm. Various home-made meals, Submarine Sandwiches, Hamburgers etc. available 24/7 in the lobby Deli vending machine Cash only. ATM available.
Store Hours
Store/Bakery Open
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
Gary Pumps Ltd.
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
10 a.m. Sunday 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
Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037 Reasonable Rates!
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 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.
Work may not be as hard as it used to be, but it certainly is more taxing!
The next Whisper is November 12th Submissions are due no later than Sunday November 9th 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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