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Yukon Pilgrims Gather

An info session on walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain takes place March 15 at Hidden Valley School

by Jessica Simon

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hitehorse resident Dianne Homan knows people make the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage for many reasons.

So on March 15, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., she and the Yukon chapter of the Company of Canadian Pilgrims are hosting an informal presentation about “the Camino experience” at Hidden Valley School.

Located in western Europe, the Camino de Santiago, which translates to the Way of Saint James, is comprised of a series of pilgrimage routes from different starting points in Europe to the shrine of Jesus’ apostle, James, in northwest Spain. “(It) started as a pilgrimage trail in the 800s,” Homan says. “Spanish Christians were fighting against the Moorish invaders, who felt as though they were invincible because they carried the arm bone of (the prophet) Mohammed. Bones were found in northwest Spain, which were – conveniently – determined to be those of the apostle James, who carried the news of Jesus to Spain after Christ’s death. His bones were buried in a beautiful cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, and with his intercession, the tide of the battle against the invaders turned. He is now the patron saint of Spain. People have walked this pilgrimage trail ever since.”

The resting place for St. James’ bones – the elaborate cathedral in Santiago de Compostela – is the end point of the pilgrimage.

The Spanish Inquisition, plague and civil war slowed pilgrimage traffic, but after the fall of Spanish dictator Francisco Franco in 1975 interest rose to over 100,000 visitors per year.

Homan has walked the main east-west trail in 2011, 2013, 2014, and an alternate trail that goes south to north, starting in Seville, in 2016.

“I saw that there were many caminos: the health care camino, food and wine camino, meditation camino, quirky camino, the rock camino.”

The pilgrimage is also an option

James, discuss how to get there, travel tips, what to take, “and what to definitely not take,” says Homan. “How to take care of yourself.”

When asked how the routes, which spread over Europe like a spider web, are different from other walks or hikes Homan replied, “The thing that makes the camino special… is that it is set up for long distance walking.

You walk day after day after day, and you have places to stay and eat that are set up for you.

“You, as a pilgrim, are supported by the communities along the way – kindness is everywhere. So you don’t have to carry a heavy pack, which is a blessing when you are walking on rocky ground.

Also, you meet people from all over the world – Koreans, Japanese, Israelis, South Africans, South and North Americans, every country PHOTO: Jessica Simon of Europe, and I even met a Pakistani man once.

This self-portrait is one of few “Also, it can be seen as budget travel – the meals, groceries, and photos Dianne Homan has from beds are quite cheap. So young her own pilgrimages on the and old can do the trail on a Camino de Santiago in Spain budget. The landscape is beautiful and varied – people take hundreds for penance. Homan’s recently of pictures along the way. And published book, Walking Your Own since the trail has been walked Camino, has a chapter for each for over a thousand years, there is energy there – you feel like a type that she experienced.

Homan estimates 50 Yukoners single humble molecule in a large have walked the Camino. In 2014 flowing river.”

Has Homan ever met a pilgrim she organized a standing-roomonly information session. Since doing a penance? A Dutch woman, retiring from teaching in the fall, who hates walking but has comher interest in the Company of Pil- pleted the trail nine times, said she did. “But she almost said ‘Pengrims has grown.

The Company’s chapters pro- ance’ like a joke.”

However, people often feel vide support services for those inspiritually enriched by the end. terested in doing the pilgrimage.

In the summer, the Yukon chap- The real challenge, Homan notes, ter of the Company of Canadian is “to return home and keep the Pilgrims will offer a community feeling of the Camino going, bewalk on Whitehorse area trails on cause you really don’t want to St. James Day, July 25, and in the lose it.”

Learn more about the Way fall they’ll host a social evening to share their pictures and stories of Saint James during the information session at Hidden Valley from the pilgrimage.

Homan emphasizes the pur- School on Wednesday, March 15, pose of the Company of Canadian from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Pilgrims is not to get people to Jessica Simon is a local author walk the Camino together; it’s to and freelance writer. share the history of the Way of St.

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Thaw di Gras Appeals to Locals and Visitors D

awson’s impishly named Thaw di Gras carnival is still thought of as a spring carnival, even though a good March weekend will still be in the minus teens and a bad one may be in the minus 20s with wind chill.

Whatever the weather may bring, much of this March 17th to 19th weekend will take place outside, including the ever-popular road hockey, snowshoe baseball and all the family events that happen on Sunday afternoon.

Originally developed by the Klondike Visitors Association (KVA) as an event for locals to celebrate the returning daylight and approaching end of deepest winter, the KVA has, in recent years, made attempts to add events that might attract visitors, as well.

KVA Marketing Manager Paul Robitaille makes no apology for using the event to promote tourism as well as entertain the home crowd.

“We’re starting to get more recognition territory-wide about this event.”

He thinks it’s because nearly everything on the roster over the weekend can be done by anyone who wants to, and nearly all the events are free.

“A lot of carnivals that you go to, you might get a chance to do just one thing, but with ours there are chances to do a lot of things.”

noon, that day will feature the return of the fondly remembered free spaghetti dinner at Gertie’s, sponsored this year by Goldcorp. It will be followed by an announcement of all the winners in the 40plus events.

“We’ve had great organizers the last few years, who have taken on bigger roles in doing things, and this just keeps getting better,” Robitaille said.

“Thaw di Gras is all about participation and having fun, and celebrating as a community. We’ve done a pretty good job of spreading out the events throughout the weekend so that they don’t conflict too much.”

The carnival kicks off with the Dawson City Music Festival’s adult lip sync on the evening of Friday, March 17.

Along with carnival events, Saturday will also feature the bi-annual Dawson Fur Show, being held by PHOTO: Dan Davidson the Dawson District Renewable Resources Council, and Street hockey is always popular located this year in the Robert Service School.

All in all, it promises to be an Fargey Dog Sled and Skijor Race event in Gertie’s, as well as offerout on the partially frozen Yukon ing extra flights from Whitehorse extremely busy weekend. to get people here for the weekRiver.

Dan Davidson retired from 32 There are lip-sync events at end and home again.

This weekend really works out years of teaching in rural Yukon Diamond Tooth Gertie’s for both schools, but continues writing for local families, as it is also the young and old. about life in Dawson City.

There will be dog sled rides, beginning of the Robert Service Please send comments about adult tricycle raises, something School’s March Break. As well as his stories to called “bum darts”, several con- the frenetic loonie and candy in a dawson@whatsupyukon.com. tests that take place in the bars, haystack contest on Sunday afterEvents include the Saturday’s Craig Dunham Street Hockey Tournament; Snowshoe baseball on the school playground; dog and cat shows, contests involving things that get thrown (axes, chainsaws, logs, hats and eggs); tea boiling and chilli cooking; and the Barry

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Previous themes have included construction (2015) and food security (2016).

Suitable entries for this year’s competition would be ideas revolving around a medical device, assistive care technology and remote care access. Once submissions are received, they are assessed by an evaluation team.

“We sit down and evaluate the proposals – the team is kept secret – and we bring in experts to help us decide,” says Stephen Mooney, director of Cold Climate Innovation with the Yukon Research Centre at the Yukon College.

Four winning proposals will be selected and the applicants will be granted $10,000 to help develop their ideas over the course of the next three months.

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Stephen Mooney (Director of Cold Climate Innovation at Yukon College), Maxime Dugre-Sasseville (Winner of the 2016 Yukon Innovation Prize) & Currie Dixon (Former Minister of Community Services at Yukon Government) uct. Mooney says the winner will receive “any kind of support they need” to make that happen.

Mooney says he would like to see more women entrepreneurs this year, as the ratio of male to female applicants is approx 30 to 1; numbers which are reflected nationally, not just in the Yukon.

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“We need these ideas to start something…

Our job is to take ideas and bring them to commercial production… and that’s a big gap. We’re building an economic ecosystem of ideas that we didn’t have five years ago.”

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build a prototype, or maybe hire a market research consultant,” says Mooney.

After the three months has elapsed, the competitors return to resubmit their applications with their newly developed products. One winner is selected from these four projects and granted $60,000 to take their project from prototype to marketable prod-

tions from women… it’s interesting and disappointing,” he says. “It’’s too bad, because there are some brilliant women entrepreneurs out there.”

In addition to more women, Mooney says the Yukon Innovation Prize would really like to see more applicants from the communities, not just from the Whitehorse area.

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Mooney stresses that would-be entrepreneurs considering applying for the Yukon Innovation Prize need not have a prototype ready when they enter the first part of the contest, because it’s really ideas the contest is looking for.

“People from Ottawa and Vancouver, they think things can’t be built in the North, but we’re building them,” he says. “We need these ideas to start something… Our job is to take ideas and bring them to commercial production… and that’s a big gap. We’re building an economic ecosystem of ideas that we didn’t have five years ago.”

Cold Climate Innovation is open to hearing entrepreneurial ideas to improve Northern life year round, Mooney notes, not just during the time period of the Yukon Innovation Prize.

Last year’s winner was Maxime Dugre-Sasseville, who designed a thermodynamic greenhouse that regulates temperature in order to extend the Northern growing season.

For more information on the Yukon Innovation Prize and how to apply, you can visit www.YukonCollege.yk.ca/Research/Pages/ YIP. Lori Garrison is a Yukoner without a cause. She is currently on hiatus in Mayo, Quebec.

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Getting Down to Motown

Lucie D and the Immortals will bring classic R&B to the MacBride Museum this Friday

by Ken Bolton on its 1994 self-titled CD, as well as a 1998 compilation called Back to the Water.

Desaulniers was studying at University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Fredericton when she came down with an illness that kept her off the bandstand for three full years.

That experience, and what she learned through her studies in therapeutic counselling, brought a new sense of purpose when she eventually returned to singing.

“I learned that what mattered to me was important, and making myself a priority was important, and taking care of myself was important,” she says.

“It brought a whole new perspective to music, because I could do so much better in taking care of others if I took care of myself first. And that’s my approach to music now. I don’t do anything that doesn’t feed me.”

Desaulniers regained her health and finished her postgraduate studies before returning to the Yukon about eight years ago, with a husband who is also a counsellor and shares her passion for Latin-American dance.

It wasn’t long before they were teaching Latin dance classes in Whitehorse, as they had done in the Maritimes.

When Desaulniers sings nowadays, she sings in her two first lan-

people think, but when we’re in our 50s, we really don’t care,” she says with a laugh.

“So, I’m not afraid of trying new things. And being with other people who are likeminded just encourages me to keep going further and further and trying new things, which is awesome.”

Those likeminded people are the members of her new group, Lucie D and the Immortals, which first came together about six months ago, and has since done various Latin-flavoured house concerts.

The ensemble consists of local stalwarts Paul Bergman on stand-up and electric bass, Lonnie Powell on drums, Olivier de Colombel on saxophones and flute, and Desaulniers’ fellow Inconnu alumna, Andrea McColeman on keyboards.

Rounding out the group is wellknown guitarist, composer and teacher Paul Lucas, who spends

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nun, another nun, and a mystery illness all contributed to the development of Lucie Desaulniers as a singer.

Growing up in the small Manitoba community of St. Jean Baptiste, not far from the U.S. border, Desaulniers attended a Roman Catholic school attached to a Grey Nuns convent.

That’s where she met a “really cool” nun from New York City who became her first vocal teacher.

“She didn’t wear a habit, she wore really cool clothes and she had beautiful blonde hair. She wanted me to be an opera singer, but I just kept smoking cigarettes and singing in rock bands and she didn’t like that at all,” Desaulniers recalls.

Still, she completed her Royal Conservatory studies in voice, thanks to her teacher’s persistence. Her experience with a different nun who was teaching her piano was a different story.

“She would do the typical banging my hands against the piano keys. She had a ruler, and if I hit a wrong note, she would hit my fingers, so I didn’t pursue it.

Traumatized for life,” she chuckles.

Desaulniers does play both piano and guitar, but mainly at home.

“I’ll never catch up with myself instrumentally, so I don’t bother in public. I just love to sing so much I’ve never really tried to master anything else.”

In the 1990s, Desaulniers was a major force on the Yukon music scene, most notably for her powerful vocal work with the group Inconnu, both onstage and

Whitehorse chanteuse Lucie Desaulniers is branching out into R&B with her new group, Lucie D and the Immortals, and they are hosting a dance at the MacBride Museum on March 10 guages, French and English, plus Spanish (her undergraduate minor at UNB), as well her recently-acquired Portuguese.

Her voice also exhibits a confidence and richness of palette born of maturity and experience.

“When we’re young, we’re always worried about what other

his time between Vancouver and Phoenix, Arizona, and who also owns a cabin in Atlin, B.C. Desaulniers brought Lucas on board after playing with him at an all-Portuguese Jazz in the Hall show at the Yukon Arts Centre last year.

“We both liked playing together so much that we decided, we just had to keep this going,” she says.

On Friday, March 10, Lucie D and the Immortals will host an R&B Revival Dance at the MacBride Museum, with a mingling set of Latin tunes, followed by two sets of pure rhythm and blues from the 1950s and ’60S. It’s the kind of Motown music Desaulniers and her two sisters used to perform for their family back in Manitoba every Sunday, in their guise as Gladys Knight and the Pips.

“People will be dressed up in the epoch, from go-go dancers to those big crinolines and straightlegged suits. I’ll be belting them out, and we’re going to dance the night away.”

The dance runs from 8 p.m. to midnight. Advance tickets are available via e-transfer to chezlucielifevie@gmail.com for more information.

Ken Bolton is a freelance writer who lives southeast of Whitehorse.

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Time for Birds with Jenny Trapnell

Birding on the Fly

The eBird app is gaining popularity and racking up a database of biodiversity info

PHOTO: Jennifer Trapnell

Tracy Allard scans a Riverdale greenbelt for birds to add to her eBird App checklist

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’ve joined her in a Riverdale neighbourhood in search of a rare Mountain chickadee. The first species we see, however, is a noisy woodpecker, a “Hairy.”

Whitehorse resident Tracy Allard brings out her smartphone and taps an app called eBird to start her checklist: the type, number and location of each bird

she’ll see on this eBirding adventure.

The list – which after two hours includes seven species – but no mountain chickadee - will be added to an amazing online tool that helps track observations and share knowledge of birds locally, nationally and globally.

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ing organizations, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, eBird.com has been called the largest citizen science biodiversity project in the world.

More than one-third of a million birders have submitted 370 million bird sightings, representing more than 10,000 species globally.

The data is updated every seven hours, so it’s pretty much real time. eBird is becoming more commonly used among Yukon birders, with nearly 20,000 checklists representing almost 300 species submitted for the Yukon, says Cameron Eckert.

Eckert is the Yukon’s regional reviewer and checks local observations for accuracy. Reports of rare species are automatically flagged and usually need further documentation to verify.

He notes that as well as helping keep track of “life lists,” eBird is a terrific resource for learning about birds and documenting a region’s bird life. A life list is a list of all the birds that you have seen in your life.

For example, recent Yukon checklists revealed that a great horned owl was heard hooting at 2 a.m. on one occasion and 37 trumpeter swans were seen at Teslin

Lake. eBird search features include interactive maps, graphs and bar charts, birding hotspots, top birders and more. And you can find data in English, Spanish and French.

For Yukoners, one cool feature is to be able to follow the northern migration of birds each spring and keep an eye out for early arrivals, such as golden eagles.

It can help you find birds in your neighbourhood or query holiday spots such as “where can you see an elegant trogon in Arizona?” laughs Eckert. eBird integrates data by regional portals and sometimes by species to help researchers and land managers study bird movements and numbers.

Observers can upload photos, video or sound recordings with their checklists.

The eBird app is increasingly used by birders to submit their observations on the fly. While not as functional as the browser-based eBird.org, Cameron says the goal is to eventually make the app have all the functionality of the website.

Being able to enter data for specific habitat types will also be helpful.

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The data is updated every seven hours, so it’s pretty much real time Eckert adds that eBird is also building a social network by connecting birders in a region and beyond.

While birding at various British Columbia hotspots, Allard was able to meet people whose names she’d seen on checklists. “It was more fun,” she says, with eBird as the calling card. Happy e-birding!

Jennifer Trapnell has a passion for birding. Please send comments about her articles to birds@whatsupyukon.com.

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Whitehorse EVENTS Tue, Mar, 14 Patrick Jacobson 5:30 PM Tony’s Pizza Local singer/songwriter performs acoustic versions of his original songs and a variety of covers every Until Sun, Apr, 30, Landmark Exhibition Yukon Tuesday night. patrick@patrickjacobson.com Government Administration Building An exhibition Tue, Mar, 14 Classical music by Michael Cameron of new acquisitions to the Yukon Permanent Art 6:00 PM Earls Restaurant Collection.

Tue, Mar, 14 Ryan McNally 7:00 PM Dirty Northern Until Sat, Apr, 1, Art Exhibit: Pat Bragg - Beyond Pub Acoustic jazz and blues, sometimes electric the Frame Arts Underground Pat was one of 5 rockabilly and swing, even old time banjo/fiddle tunes artists selected to participate in this innovative and Cajun. project designed to foster creativity in visual, musical Tue, Mar, 14 Top 40 Dance Tunz with Jon Steel 9:00 and literary artists spending two days in the natural PM Jarvis Street Saloon environment of the canyon, sharing their ideas and art Tue, Mar, 14 Yukon Live Music - Ginger Jam with Yukon people and tourists alike.

10:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler room fully electric Until Sat, Apr, 1, Art Exhibit: Owen Williams jam session with PA system, drum kit and guitars Towards a Standard Arts Underground The show will provided to musicians. Featuring guest co-hosts and be on display in the Edge Gallery from March 3rd-April performers.

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Wed, Mar, 15 Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM Epic Until Thu, Apr, 6, Art Exhibition: Pam van Kampen’s Pizza goes till we are done!

- Person, Picture, Portrait and Donald Stuart’s Wed, Mar, 15 Karaoke with DJ Carlo 9:00 PM Jarvis - Homage. Yukon Arts Centre Pam van Kampen Street Saloon captures Yukoners in their professional environments.

Her oil paintings consider how we reflect our work and in turn how our workplaces reveal us. Donald Stuart Until Sun, Mar, 12, Exhibition - From Vimy to Juno has used the familiar form of the necklace to explore MacBride Museum An education campaign, travelling history from a fresh perspective and will include a exhibition, and web portal that explores the legacy of Yukon woman to the exhibition.

Canada’s role in both world wars, including themes of Thu, Mar, 9, Art Show 5:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre remembrance and commemoration. 667-2709 Our very first art show in the Atco Gallery. Check out Until Wed, Mar, 8, Yukon Wildlife and Aurora the local youth artists. with Jeff Wendorff Whitehorse, Yukon A set of Thu, Mar, 9, Art Reception: Pam van Kampen’s photography workshops in the wilderness, take - Person, Picture, Portrait and Donald Stuart’s pictures of beautiful scenery, aurora and wildlife with - Homage. 5:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre Pam van instructors Kevin Allen Pepper and Jeff Wendorff.

Kampen captures Yukoners in their professional Call or email to register or for more information. 519environments. Her oil paintings consider how we reflect our work and in turn how our workplaces reveal 221-5249 Wed, Mar, 8, Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 us. Donald Stuart has used the familiar form of the PM Yukon Government Administration Building Join us necklace to explore history from a fresh perspective inside the Bridges Café 633-6081 Terry or Michèle and will include a Yukon woman to the exhibition.

Wed, Mar, 8, 8 Things: 8 Female Entrepreneurs Share Their Business Advice 7:00 PM Baked Cafe A fun and informative evening of 8 local business Wed, Mar, 8 Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM Epic women each sharing 8 minutes of advice that they Pizza goes till we are done! have learned over the years. Featuring guest speaker Wed, Mar, 8 Jamaoke With Jackie 10:00 PM Jarvis Dr. Alexandra Greenhill.

Street Saloon Wed, Mar, 8, Chamber Choir Rehearsal 7:45 PM Thu, Mar, 9 Fiddler On The Loose Joe Loutchan Vanier Catholic Secondary Spring 2017 session for live 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Longest running house band in this auditioned a capella choir for mixed voices, call, or the Yukon - Traditional fiddle music and more - jigging email to schedule an audition or for more information. is encouraged and limericks are the norm.

667-7049 Thu, Mar, 9 Daniel Bachman 7:30 PM Hamilton and Wed, Mar, 8, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Son Guitar Shop Daniel Bachman is a 6-string and lap Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic guitar player, from 2008 to present he’s been releasing films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy material of almost exclusively an instrumental nature and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned while touring everywhere from Istanbul to Los cabin, Angeles. Tickets at the door.

Wed, Mar, 8, Hump Day Trivia 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in Thu, Mar, 9 Jam Night with Scott Maynard 7:30 PM the Boiler Room Best Western Gold Rush Inn Thu, Mar, 9, Indigenous Collage & SelfThu, Mar, 9 Yukon Jack Live! 10:00 PM Jarvis Street Determination: Piecing Together Modern Treaty Saloon Politics in the Yukon 12:00 PM Yukon College Thu, Mar, 9 Yukon Live Music - Ginger Jam Featuring Lianne Charlie in room A2206 10:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler room fully electric Thu, Mar, 9, 100 Women Who Care - Whitehorse jam session with PA system, drum kit and guitars 5:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Women commit provided to musicians. Featuring guest co-hosts and to donating when attending - the fun part is deciding performers. which presentation makes your heart sing the most!

Fri, Mar, 10 Yukon Musician: Anne Turner 6:00 PM Thu, Mar, 9, Advanced Beginners Pottery 6:30 PM Westmark Whitehorse Jazz and Easy Listening Arts Underground Lynne is offering three sessions Fri, Mar, 10 Quantum Tangle 7:30 PM The Old Fire dedicated to helping you hone your designs with Hall Talents of throat singing, haunting melodies and alterations and surface enrichments, as well as traditional legends, breath-taking circumpolar sound, appendages such as handles, spouts and lids. Call to fusing of old-world sounds and new-world flair. Buy register 667-4080 tickets online.

Thu, Mar, 9, Chess Corner 6:30 PM Whitehorse Fri, Mar, 10 Open Mic with Patrick Jacobson 8:30 Public Library Chess played upstairs at the Library, PM Town & Mountain Hotel beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ Fri, Mar, 10 R & B Revival Dance 9:00 PM board. Everyone welcome to sit in on this game of MacBride Museum Featuring Lucie D accompanied strategy.

by Whitehorse’s finest Lonnie Powell, Andrea Thu, Mar, 9, Laser Cutter 101 7:00 PM YuKonstruct McColeman, Lonnie Powell, Paul Bergman and from Makerspace This hour-and-a-half-long session Vancouver Sir Paul Lucas. Yukon 50’s and 60s attire covers the basics of how to use YuKonstruct’s welcome! Door prizes and more! 19 + Cash bar laser cutter including safety, ventilation, raster and Limited seating chezlucielifevie@gmail.com vector design, print settings, and cutting and etching Fri, Mar, 10 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler different materials. For more information email hello@ Room yukonstruct.com Fri, Mar, 10 Flora Colossus & Abscess of The Dog Thu, Mar, 9, Tender Gold - A Poetry Reading 10:00 PM Rising Sun Lounge A night of Doom and

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Sat, Mar, 11 Colin James – Up Close and Personal Thu, Mar, 9, This One’s For You A Variety Show 8:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Colin pays tribute to 8:00 PM Wood Street School 10-12 MAD Program some of his long time blues idols including Howlin’ is hosting their Variety Show and all proceeds from Wolf, Jimmy Reed, Freddie King, Jr. Wells & Buddy the night of the 11th will be donated to the KULE Guy, Peter Green, Robert Johnson and William Bell.

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Thu, Mar, 9, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Sat, Mar, 11 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic Room films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy Sat, Mar, 11 Yukon Jack Live! 10:00 PM Jarvis Street and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned Saloon cabin, Sun, Mar, 12 Whitehorse Concerts Gallery Fri, Mar, 10,- 12, 5th Annual Leaders in Training Recital Series 12:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre The Conference Whitehorse, Yukon This year young Yukon Registered Music Teachers Association will leaders will be spending the weekend out at perform Noriko Ishikawa’s arrangement of Modest Jackson Lake Healing Camp, with guest speakers, Mussorsgky’s ‘ Pictures at an Exhibition. social justice workshops, team building games Sun, Mar, 12 Open Mic Night 3:00 PM 98 Hotel and networking with young leaders. Email info@ Mon, Mar, 13 Ladies Night with DJ Carlo 9:00 PM yukonyouth.com or call 667-7975 for more Jarvis Street Saloon information.

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Fri, Mar, 10, Dusk’a Friday Language Lunches 12:00 PM Duska Head Start and Family Learning Center Bring a bag lunch and come learn Southern Tutchone with our special guest speakers. Call Erin Pauls for more information 633-7816. All Kwanlin citizens and staff are welcome!

Fri, Mar, 10, Fundraising Dinner 5:30 PM Association franco-yukonnaise Come and join the Whitehorse Community Choir at their fundraising lasagna dinner. (vegetarian option available) Fri, Mar, 10, This One’s For You A Variety Show 8:00 PM Wood Street School 10-12 MAD Program is hosting their Variety Show and all proceeds from the night of the 11th will be donated to the KULE Foundation. Tickets at the door.

Fri, Mar, 10, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin, Sat, Mar, 11,- 12, 2017 24 hr Playmaking Challenge Nakai Theatre Prizes will be awarded and your play can be read at the Playmaking Cabaret. Ensemble pieces can be performed at that time and would be eligible for the People’s Choice award. 393-6040 Sat, Mar, 11, La Traviata-Performance in HD 10:00 AM Yukon Arts Centre Sonya Yoncheva sings one of opera’s most beloved heroines, the tragic courtesan Violetta.

Sat, Mar, 11, The Metropolitan Opera’s La Traviata 10:00 AM Yukon Arts Centre Sonya Yoncheva sings one of opera’s most beloved heroines, the tragic courtesan Violetta, a role in which she triumphed on the Met stage in 2015.

Sat, Mar, 11, Learn German 10:00 AM Alpine Bakery Learn German in a fun way with Renate - beginner to intermediate. No charge. Info 334-6948 Sat, Mar, 11, Board Game Drop-In 12:00 PM TItan Gaming & Collectibles Roll dice, shuffle cards, and move meeples! Choose from over 60 games in the YCCS board game library, or bring a game of your own. Groups and individuals of all ages wel Sat, Mar, 11, Legacy Stories: Sharing Event 2:00 PM The Old Fire Hall All are welcome for a casual afternoon of coffee, tea, stories, and laughter.

Admission is free and no reservations are required.

Sat, Mar, 11, Yukon PRIDE 2017 Spaghetti Dinner 5:00 PM Whitehorse United Church 204-979-3444 Sat, Mar, 11, Painting Party 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building A fun and relaxing night where you create something out of nothing. Enjoy mingling with appies and find your inner artist. Everyone will bring home a canvas creation. Instructor: Jamie Williams Barcode 67651 Sat, Mar, 11, This One’s For You A Variety Show 8:00 PM Wood Street School 10-12 MAD Program is hosting their Variety Show and all proceeds from the night of the 11th will be donated to the KULE Foundation. Tickets at the door.

Sat, Mar, 11, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin, Mon, Mar, 13, Breakdancing Yukon Society Annual Dance Marathon Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Dance classes in 4 studios simultaneously, for a total of 28 hours of dance. Individual dancers can participate for up to 8 hours. Registration/Participation - Open to ALL Leaping Feats dancers and the public (Grade 2 & up) Sun, Mar, 12, Japanese Conversation Classes Whitehorse, Yukon Email Fumi Torigai the Instructor at jcayukon@gmail.com for more info. Fumi Torigai, Instructor. 393-2588 Sun, Mar, 12, Whitehorse Scrabble Club 1:00 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Are you a wordy person, put your words to the test and join the Scrabble Club.

Must be 19+ Sun, Mar, 12, Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio. Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends. $5/hour.

Sun, Mar, 12, The Red Turtle 3:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre A Robinson Crusoe-like man, a speck in a large vista, swims to a remote island alone. There’s not a soul in sight but birds and turtles punctuate the sky and sand. 80 mins Nominated for 2017 Oscar for Best Animated Feature.

Sun, Mar, 12, I Am Not Your Negro 5:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre About the unholy agglomeration of myths, institutionalized practices both legal and illegal, and displaced white terror that have long perpetuated the tragic state of race in America. 95min Sun, Mar, 12, Paterson 8:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre New film from Jim Jarmusch focuses on a workingclass poet (Adam Driver) in a small New Jersey town who practices his craft amidst the quiet magic of everyday life. Running time 118min Sun, Mar, 12, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin,

Mon, Mar, 13, Free drop-in computer labs 10:00 AM Yukon Learn Free Drop-In Computer Lab for Self Directed Studies A tutor/Instructor will be available on site to assist you. 867-668-6280 or toll free: 888-6686280 Fax: 867-633-4576 Mon, Mar, 13, Pelvic Floor Basics 12:00 PM Physio Borealis Learn about your pelvic floor for a lunch talk, with the experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Sophie Villeneuve. The talk will be 20-30 minutes, starting at noon, followed by questions. Cost is by donation. Call for more information. 633-6395 Mon, Mar, 13, GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome. For more information email: tjbowlby@gmail.com Mon, Mar, 13, Euchre Night 6:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 254 667-2802 Mon, Mar, 13, Basic ‘How-to’ Telescope Workshop 6:30 PM Yukon College Hands-on introduction to telescopes, Yukon Astronomical Society members will walk you through the fundamentals of operating a telescope, Showcase several different types of telescope from their collection. RSVP by e-mail or phone (250) 408-4838. All are welcome! (250) 4084838 Mon, Mar, 13, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin, Tue, Mar, 14, Archaeology and Palaeontology Open House 5:30 PM Yukon Archaeology, Palaeontology and Conservation Learn about how the experts collect artifacts and fossils in the field and look at some of the interesting things they found in the Yukon. This is a free event and open to all age ranges.

Tue, Mar, 14, The Under Achievers 6:30 PM Arts Underground A club for painters of all skill levels.

Bring your own supplies, we have easels and plenty of space. There is no instruction. Cost is free with a membership.

Tue, Mar, 14, Knitting Circle & Fibre Arts Classes 7:00 PM Heart Of Riverdale Free Drop-in & Minimal Cost Workshops. Crochet, work on your own special fibre arts projects ‘in community’.

Tue, Mar, 14, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin, Wed, Mar, 15, Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building Join us inside the Bridges Café 633-6081 Terry or Michèle Wed, Mar, 15, Les EssentiElles 6:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre An exhibition and a show of variety that celebrate women and their contributions to the richness and vitality of the Yukon Francophonie.

Wed, Mar, 15, Camino 101 6:30 PM Hidden Valley School A fun information evening about the Camino de Santiago, the beautiful pilgrimage route across Spain.

335-4512 Wed, Mar, 15, Chamber Choir Rehearsal 7:45 PM Vanier Catholic Secondary Spring 2017 session for this auditioned a capella choir for mixed voices, call, or email to schedule an audition or for more information.

667-7049 Wed, Mar, 15, Evil Dead: The Musical 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Based on Sam Raimi’s 80’s cult classic films, Evil Dead unearths the old familiar story: boy and friends take a weekend getaway at an abandoned cabin, Wed, Mar, 15, Hump Day Trivia 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room

KIDS & FAMILIES

Mondays - Friday Family Free Play Drop-in 12:30pm Saturdays 10-2pm. Family Literacy Centre 668-8698 /668-6535 This drop-in includes reading time, free play and interactive activities. All Ages Welcome..

Wed, Mar, 8, Girls Group 5:00 PM Heart Of Riverdale Dinner at 6 with Jess Stone Bus tickets are available.

Come by and share your ideas and we’ll put them into action!

Fri, Mar, 10, Pre-School Drop In 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 18 months to 6 yrs, parent must accompany child. Call 668-4794 or email info@ polarettes.org for more information.

Fri, Mar, 10, Parent-Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM Heart Of Riverdale No Cost for these sessions, but registration is required. Register online or call 867393-2623 if you need assistance. Age: Birth to 18 months.

Sat, Mar, 11, Family Free Play Drop-in 10:00 AM Family Literacy Centre 668-8698 /668-6535 This drop-in includes story time, free play and interactive activities. All Ages Welcome Sat, Mar, 11, Ball Pit Fun 10:00 AM Heart Of Riverdale The play area features tonnes of climbing and scurrying equipment for playful monkeys. Parental Supervision Required.

Sat, Mar, 11, Young Explorer’s Preschool Program 10:30 AM MacBride Museum 867-667-2709, ext.3 parents and children explore the animal gallery together. Play games, create crafts, read stories and sing songs.

Mon, Mar, 13, Southern Tutchone Classes 8:45 AM Champagne And Aishihik First Nation - Whitehorse Office These are Free classes open to everyone.

Classes are at 8.45 – 10 am, 10.45-12 pm and 12.10-12.45 pm. Call Luke at 667-5992 for more information.

Mon, Mar, 13, Pre-School Drop In 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 18 months to 6 yrs, parent must accompany child. Call 668-4794 or email info@polarettes.org for more information.

Mon, Mar, 13, Youth Open Mic 7:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre Share writing, poetry, or songs in a fun safe environments. Tea and snacks available.

Tue, Mar, 14, Science Magic Shipyards Park All ages.

Have fun with science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. Lets stretch our minds and grow, free and drop in! Two times during the day at 1:30 2:30 pm and 3:15 - 4:00 pm.

Tue, Mar, 14, MOBA Night 4:00 PM TItan Gaming & Collectibles Tuesday night will now be MOBA (Multiplayer online Battle Arena) night. League, DOTA, or HOTs, doesn’t matter. We will be starting with just drop in play and then with enough interest get tournaments going.

Tue, Mar, 14, Hip Hop Workshops 5:00 PM Splintered Craft Learn how to produce hip hop, scratch a record, beatbox, freestyle, try out styles of beats. Cypers, jams and production training.

Wed, Mar, 15, Girls Group 5:00 PM Heart Of Riverdale Dinner at 6 with Jess Stone Bus tickets are available. Come by and share your ideas and we’ll put them into action!

MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS

Wed, Mar, 8, Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Wed, Mar, 8, SMRT Women Keynote Luncheon with Dr. Alexandra Greenhill 12:00 PM (co)space coworking space` At the Keynote Luncheon, you will get valuable advice from My Best Helper CEO and co-founder Dr. Alexandra Greenhill and established Yukon female entrepreneurs. Email for more information.

Thu, Mar, 9, Attracting Donations 10:00 AM Association franco-yukonnaise With Volunteer Trainer Patti Balsillie closer to date. Email or call for more information. 456-4304 Thu, Mar, 9, Sundogs Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon A lunch time session to learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu, Mar, 9, Midnight Sun Toastmasters Club 5:30 PM Yukon College Room A2714. An after work meeting to help you gain confidence in public speaking, improve communication and add to your leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu, Mar, 9, Yukon Tech Collective Meetup 6:00 PM (co)space coworking space` Interested in technology of any kind? Come and meet with like minded people that love to talk and show off some cool tech! Want to join or present something cool? Email andrew@ yukonstruct.com for more details.

Sat, Mar, 11, Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:30 AM Emergency Measures Organization YARA’s breakfast at the A&W. Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon often join.

Sun, Mar, 12, March Membership Meeting 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library We welcome anyone interested in all dogs and helping out with the club!!

Sun, Mar, 12, Growers of Organic Food Yukon AGM 1:00 PM Whitehorse Public Library All are welcome.

Tue, Mar, 14, Women of Wisdom Workshops 6:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre If you’re an Aboriginal woman who is looking to share or learn Traditional Teachings, the Women of Wisdom program may be a good fit for you.

Tue, Mar, 14, Herding Cats: Some Amazingly Effective Ways to Get Things Done Together 6:00 PM (co)space coworking space` This workshop will introduce you to Liberating Structures (LS)—tools deceptively simple and elemental, but capable of yielding remarkably powerful and profound outcomes.

Email for more information.

Tue, Mar, 14, Climb Yukon Association AGM 6:00 PM Sport Yukon Tue, Mar, 14, The Yukon Prospectors Association 7:00 PM Yukon Chamber of Mines Prospectors and those interested in mineral exploration welcome!

Wed, Mar, 15, Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com

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Aria Murray shared her work: “My har is as kripile as a krupul lef bekis I tik some bras out.”

rystal McKenna, a Grade 1 teacher at Jack Hulland Elementary School, sets young authors off on a great writing adventure. At the beginning of the year, students draw pictures in their journals. McKenna talks to the student about the drawing and scribes a description.

Soon, however, students are encouraged to begin their own journey with words. Once a child has mastered the alphabet sounds, they can print words in their journal about their picture.

What letter sound does the word begin with? Quickly students are also adding the last sound to the word.

To encourage phonetic spelling McKenna gives a “bubblegum lesson.” Students are asked to stretch out the word they are attempting to spell and listen closely to all the letter sounds. And, of course, the children get a bubble gum treat – blowing a bubble is like stretching out a sound.

McKenna uses the Fundations Program for emerging writers.

The students practice sounds and the forming of letters. Later in the year McKenna uses guided writing techniques. Similar to a guided reading program, students are grouped together according to techniques they need to work on.

Following class sessions, students write in their journals at their desks. They might all be writing about the same topic, but

some children concentrate on finger spacing, some on punctuation, some on more conventional spelling.

When McKenna can read the students’ phonetic spelling in their journals, she begins to encourage conventional spelling, finger spacing and upper case knowledge in her critique of the work.

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The students were encouraged to think about similes they could use to describe themselves.

After sitting in the group to listen to the story the children went back to their chairs, opened their journals and began writing.

A more conventional spelling: “My hair is as crimply as a crumpled leaf because I took some braids out.”

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Students are encouraged to challenge themselves: use big words, do your best to sound them out.

McKenna is very encouraging and praises the students’ attempts. Once they have written a few sentences they draw a picture to accompany their story.

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My Passion Has Roots

My feminism has Islamic roots

March 8, 2017

Part One This story is the first of a four part series coordinated by the Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre, the Yukon Status of Women Council, Les EssentiElles, and the Yukon Women’s Transition Home Society to celebrate International Women’s day and the International day for the Elimination of Racism.

by Reem Girgrah

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ou may have heard my voice on the radio or through a megaphone leading cheers in the spirit of ending gender-based violence, ending systemic injustice and demanding human rights be respected. More often than not I have something to say or a have a question that adds complexity to the issue at hand.

I have spent the majority of my time in grassroots feminist spaces, mostly supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds and women who experience violence.

When people ask me how I came to be doing the work that I do, I often refer to the grassroots feminist organization I joined 10 years ago in Ottawa/Unceded Algonquin Territory. Upon further reflection, especially considering this month includes both International Women’s Day and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, I realized that my journey to this work started long before I started calling myself a feminist.

The reality is that my passion for social justice was a seed planted long before I joined grassroots feminist organizations. My passion has roots, intricate and deep, but the seed was the Islamic community in Ottawa/Unceded Algonquin Territory.

My memories take me back to the times I spent at the Ottawa Mosque, which is colloquially called the Scott Street Mosque.

This mosque was not a designated

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It was built from the ground up and had Islamic architecture.

A dome ceiling, large windows, colourful carpets all facing the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca, and a minaret. It was a community space filled with the rhythmic reciting of verses of the Qur’an at prayer time, the movement during prayer performed in unison, the

peacefulness of study, a diversity of languages spoken, lectures on being compassionate and contributing community members, the laughter of children, as well as the love and kindness among those who attended.

Late night prayers during Ramadan were filled with humility, community meals during Ramadan were plentiful, and gathering

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As a youngster, I spent many nights in the mosque during camps at wintertime, discussing traditional teachings and how they relate to our lives today. In the summer we spent time in cabins outside the city where I learned to canoe and fish, and respect for the environment. It was during these times that I learned about Muslim women who lived at the time of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and were leaders. What I did not realize at the time, was that I was also learning the names of future

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Muslim women leaders who actively strive for social justice not only in the Muslim community, but across the intersections of our identities as Canadians.

The women who I grew up with in the mosque, other campers and our counsellors, have always been strong voices for social justice. I witnessed many of them challenge sexism, cultural violence and racism in our community spaces.

Some of these folks have become scholars, some poets, some social workers and others journalists.

As I aged out of these camps, I did not visit the mosque as often.

I would go to feel unity during prayer time and when I was in search of a quiet place to reflect as an adult. I was grateful for the resources available in the mosque library or be free to meet with the Imam for guidance.

I am so grateful for the opportunity to have grown up in a community that not only welcomed a mosque, but strives to protect it during these Islamophobic and anti-immigrant times. Without the social justice seed planted in me during my youth surrounded by the Muslim Umma in the local mosque, I may not have become the fierce feminist social activist that I am today.

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Edible Yukon with Kim Melton

Border Lines

Airports are some of the most difficult places in which to forage successfully

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f I were to search out the exact opposite of local, homegrown food, I would pass through the security gates at an international airport. The sportsbars, food courts and even neo-eco-healthy cafés are part of an isolated microcosm that I’m sure has allowed for evolution in isolation of the trends towards local, fresh food that are prevalent everywhere else across the country.

This is the only explanation I have for what one finds in such manufactured islands, bordered by seas of security and oceans of tarmac.

Sometimes, to better understand something, it is worth examining its opposite; thus, this week’s epistle.

I undertook a multi-day journey outside in February, not only beyond the borders of our fair territory, but, regrettably, south of the 49th parallel. I was exposed in transit to a wide range of security consciousnesses as I passed from aerial port to port.

We journeyed from the Erik Nielsen International Airport in Whitehorse to the dear, single story terminal on the outskirts of Yellowknife, to pleasantly empty YOW in Ottawa, tetchy Pearson in Toronto and finally absolutely dead quiet CMH in Columbus,

Ohio.

At each stop – save Yellowknife, where all we did was get chilled by being right across from the open hatch for half an hour – we dutifully removed our shoes, placed laptops in the tray, checked all pockets, spun around three times and tried to nod ingratiatingly at the appropriate times.

In Whitehorse, as per usual, service was with a smile and a joke and no one looked particularly stressed going through the metal detector. In Ottawa we were swabbed for I don’t know what, likely because there were so few people about it gave the first security fellow something to do, but then we had a nice chat with him about his day and his job before moving on.

Then came Toronto. My smile became a little forced forced while three separate uniformed personnel were brought in to confer on whether or not my miniature nail clippers constituted a lethal threat.

I got to keep them, but my relief was short-lived because the next line was for United States customs. I don’t have any reason to be stressed about going into the States and yet I always go clammy.

Knowing how much authority one individual has over you in that

Tips for Surviving the Culinary Wasteland 1 Fly Air North. They feed you actual food.

2 Carry Yukon Grown stickers (available from the Yukon Government Agriculture Branch) for emergency produce identification.

3 Avoid entering any line in a state of or approaching “hanger” (anger inspired by hunger).

4 Accept the fact that a packaged granola bar is looked upon with less suspicion than a carrot.

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Being away from your personal pantry can mean being at the gastronomic mercy of others little zone of no-man’s land that is the border is enough to sketch me out even though I’ve had plenty of friendly border agents.

As an aside, I always carry snacks when traveling. I am one of those people who goes from hungry to “hangry” in a hurry – and nobody wants to be around that, least of all me. I declare my sandwich, or my granola bar, or whatever it happens to be, and have almost never had to ditch it. On with the story.

Standing at the counter things were going tolerably until it spilled out that we had a small bag of homegrown carrots with us.

And a homegrown apple. And my partner, in whose bag the offending items were residing, had not checked the Yes box on the customs declaration for food items.

We watched the freely flowing stream of relieved passengers heading through the open nothing-to-declare doors wistfully as we pushed our way through doors marked with an X. We were passed along from one counter to the next until we

stood in front of a bored-looking agent who blinked slowly as we explained why we were there to take up her time.

“Carrots?” We showed her the bag.

“You should leave the sticker on,” she said. It was our turn to blink. She continued, “From the store. The sticker that says where they’re from?” She spoke very slowly as if she doubted our ability to comprehend the words.

“Umm, we grew them?” I hazarded.

Without looking away from our hopeful faces she picked up the small Ziploc bag and tossed it into a bin, sighing and waving at us to move along. As if the injury wasn’t enough – my blood sugar was beginning to tank, and good grief that was a Yukon apple – we couldn’t figure out how to get the giant exit doors to open.

Finally released onto international “soil” (not that there is a speck of real dirt in the place) we scanned for something decent to eat. The next four hours included one small, fifteen dollar

vegetable and hummus sandwich and a portobello mushroom burger that sported a shroom the size of a toonie as its pattie.

I can imagine that there might be some restrictions on what food items can be brought into the transit zone, and hate to think what employees at such places must go through every day. However, I resent that fact that just because travelers constitute a captive audience, they must be subject to overpriced, over-preserved fare.

Vancouver’s international airport is a great example of a space that welcomes international visitors with a display of art and architecture to make anyone proud. I think it would be great if the local food wagon could muscle its way passed security and do the same.

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Benefits of Boxed Wine

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Alternative wine packaging and why it is awesome

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f you drink wine in the Yukon, certainly you have had a glass of Copper Moon wine. Maybe out of a glass bottle, but probably out of a box. I personally love that the Yukon wine drinking community has embraced alternative packaging and the pile of benefits that come with it, but there is more than just Copper Moon available.

First, we all know that boxed wine costs less, but that doesn’t mean that it is a worse product. It costs less to produce a boxed wine than a bottled wine, so it makes sense the purchase price is lower.

A glass bottle has many materials in it: glass, corks or screw tops, foils, wax and sticker labels.

Some of these materials are very expensive and add considerable cost compared to the two packaging materials – plastic bag and cardboard box – that are typical for boxed wine.

Boxed wines weigh less and break less, too, so the costs of transportation and loss due to damaged products are significantly less.

The carbon footprint for boxed wine is about half when compared to glass because of the same factors that make the wine cost less.

Also, the materials are more re-

cyclable. Glass isn’t recycled in the Yukon, it is crushed and placed in the landfill whereas cardboard is recycled, making it a more environmentally friendly choice for our community.

But what about how it tastes?

Many people feel that wine in a bag must taste worse, but actually if you had the same product from a bottle or bag, the bag should have a comparable taste. A taste benefit of boxed wine is that the wine isn’t susceptible to “cork taint,” which affects about 10 per cent of wines sealed with a traditional cork. Once opened, bagged wine has less contact with oxygen so stays fresh much longer than wine in a glass bottle. Boxed wine will remain fresh once opened for four weeks or even up to six weeks if refrigerated. Wine in a glass bottle: maybe five days.

Many sommeliers are predicting a growing trend in the boxed wine market and a number of producers have been working hard to change the perception of the box. One of these producers is Black Box wine from California, who have won over 50 Gold Medals in various wine competitions. They are a prominent producer in the “Quality Boxed Wine” category.

Their products aren’t currently

available in the Yukon, but if you make a trip into Alaska you should pick one up; they are well worth it.

The quality producers are distinguishing themselves by selling their product in 3 litre boxes instead of the more common larger boxes. There are three red wine boxes available in the Yukon in the quality, 3 litre category: two products from Chile, Tocornal Cabernet Merlot and Frontera Cabernet Sauvignon; plus one product from California, Big House Cardinal Zin. The Big House Cardinal Zin is the fruitiest and the Frontera Cabernet has the highest tannin and the smokiest taste. Tocornal is between the two with a nice balance of fruit, body and tannin.

These boxes range from $34.55 to $42.60 in price.

Pick up a 3 litre box of wine the next time you are looking for wine and feel good about the price, quality and the environmental consciousness of your purchase.

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mpatient and excited, too: happy for this very next departure! And here I am, waiting for my trip to Whitehorse, only a flight from Frankfurt separates me from my dream…

The day before I finally managed to pack my luggage. Okay, I have to admit, it wasn’t “easy” easy. I had to sit on my suitcase to close it, and once the zipper was zipped, no one was allowed to touch it. It didn’t really matter if there were things inside I could have left in France, they’d all arrive in Whitehorse (uh… at least, so I hoped)!

As for my backpack, it took me three times to get a bag lighter than 10 kg: “this sweater? Not essential, I already have my black vest. And those four shorts? Hmm Kelly, you often hike in sporty tights! A dress? Seriously??? In the middle of nowhere? Not necessary!”

With this kind of questioning, my bag decreased, both in volume (yes, it almost fell into the dimensions requested by Lufthansa), and in weight: 14.9 kg, 12.5 then 10.2! Halleluiah! I just crossed my

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And if someone should, my plan B: take my camera in hand and put on three sweaters.

D-day This day, I woke up at 6:45 a.m. I must say I was surprised to have such a good night’s sleep. No stress, no sadness. But the anxieties arrived as we get closer to the airport.

My fear of the plane finally bit the euphoria of departure. We quickly found a parking space, tested the backpack in the cabin luggage template (as I expected, it didn’t fit… I decided to play the rebel and try it anyway. I was lucky, nobody told me anything, even though in the second plane it didn’t fit in the overhead bin, obliging me to keep it at my feet).

10:25 a.m.: time for “goodbye.” I felt my throat tighten, but I tried to be strong. A last selfie and I was carried away by the escalator that would lead me to customs and the boarding gate; tears in my eyes and a pinch in my heart. I thought about what was waiting for me over there, about

this dream that I’ve had for so long, and finally my tears dried up and my smile returned slowly.

First flight of barely an hour in the direction of Frankfurt went well, despite my throbbing and sweaty hands on takeoff. From there, a layover of 2 hours and 45 minutes a relatively long time between the two planes, chosen voluntarily. According to numerous testimonies, it seemed that the Frankfurt airport was huge and some people had even missed their next flight.

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I passed the time reading To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, then, at 15:20, I climbed aboard the Condor Boeing 767. Canada was so close now…

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Arts, Culture and Creation

Artist-teacher Rhoda Merkel combines all three

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[1] Rhoda Merkel models a cape of stroud (wool), felt and moose hide, with bead and button detail (inset).

[2] From start to finish: Rhoda Merkel’s son drew the Raven Steals the Sun pattern, which she beaded on a vest.

[3] The creator of this perfect world at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre envisioned: “A clean earth for generations ahead.

The sun is big, symbolizing happiness, and bright. On each stone are words that express my world on solid, steady rock.”

[4] A signature Rhoda Merkel design: “I like to bead in the old style, but I want my images to have a background, so I started painting them in on canvas.”

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rtists show the world unseen,” says Tahltan First Nation artist Rhoda Merkel. “Teachers show students a better form of themselves.”

Merkel, who was raised in Whitehorse but lives in Atlin, combines both talents in her newest project, the Sam Johnston Storytelling Festival, which takes place Tuesday, March 7 in Teslin.

The festival is a collaboration, between Teslin School, the Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre and Yukon Arts ED-Venture, a program Merkel co-ordinates for the Department of Education. Legends including How Raven Stole the Sun, Salmon Boy, How Summer Came to the Yukon, and Crow and Tlingit Princess (a Sam Johnston story) will be dramatized into

plays by the children.

“The festival is really meant to honour Sam Johnston and all he’s done for our community.”

Sam Johnston is the chief of the Teslin Tlingit Council and a renowned storyteller. He is also a former Speaker of the Yukon Legislature. The project incorporates stories told by Johnston and his friends and complements the school curriculum.

For over 14 years Merkel has collaborated with elders and artists to offer workshops and programs in schools, at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre, and under the kids tent at the Atlin Arts and Music Festival.

Her goal is to give people the power to see the good within themselves. “I teach transformation,” says Merkel.

Her own story is one of trans-

PHOTOS: Jessica Simon “if I don’t start learning these happen at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre in her “Pertechniques they’ll die.”

During Expo ’86 in Vancouver fect World” program. Merkel she returned west to manage the recounted a creation story that boutique in the Yukon Pavilion. In guided the inmates to create 2010 she was the Artist Liaison at their vision of a perfect world on the Vancouver Olympics for the a pillowcase.

“People have a sincere desire Yukon First Nation contingent, which evolved into the Adaka to see the good in themselves.

Festival, and the revival of in- If someone comes along with a terest by First Nations in artistic little light, and the chains come expression. In that time she also off, they can see themselves and realized her role as an artist and others in a better light.”

The pillowcase acts as a reteacher.

“In the ‘90s land claims di- minder. “If you have a hard day, verted attention from arts and you just need to put your head culture to politics. After settle- down on your pillow and rest. ment, we’re back to art and When you wake up you can reMarch 2017 that each day is a new member cultural centres runUntil by our own 31, people who are taking ownership day for you to create.” of our arts and culture.”

Merkel believes “Art will proJessica Simon is a local author vide the tools to heal from resiand freelance writer. dential school.” She has seen it

formation from teen artist to mentor.

“The Yukon made me,” says Merkel, who started in Ted Harrison’s art class at F.H. Collins. In the summers she worked for the Council of Yukon First Nations compiling and cataloguing stories told by elders. “Now I’m a storyteller,” she says.

At Yukon Native Products, a manufacturer and retailer of parkas, First Nation fashion and art, she worked alongside craftswomen.

“My mother was a seamstress and she and our aunties made us beautiful, rich clothing.” Today Merkel, a self-proclaimed fashionista, makes regalia.

Before she went to Toronto as a young adult, Merkel “had the honour to work with Yukon artists.” But, in the city she realized

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n August of 2008, we had ground cleared so we could build a new house. It wouldn’t be very big or fancy, but it would be a clean, dry place to live.

You see, the previous winter I had had pneumonia. Which was exacerbated by the mold in the existing house we lived in. It wasn’t until I left our house for a week that I was able to breath properly again. That was when we knew we needed another place to live.

Because we already had our farm we had room to build. So with a set of plans drawn up by a friend, we started.

That fall my brother and mother came up to the Yukon to help us start. All we had in place were the footings. But by the time they left three weeks later the walls were up and the rafters were in place.

Later that same winter we had a group of friends come by to help put on the metal roofing. Two focused on the chimney, others with the cutting of the metal, a couple of young guys up on the roof and a late arrival who brought doughnuts for our coffee break.

Over the next few months we would work on the house as we had time, materials and energy.

Interior walls went up, a loft was built and windows were installed.

But when spring came we became busy with farming again.

The summer of 2009 my parents and an aunt and uncle came up to help some more. My uncle made sure our sewer lines were insulated properly and my dad built the stairs to the loft.

Dad also installed the doors and we could finally keep the weather out. That fall we moved in. We slept in the loft, the heat came from a wood stove on the main level. Our kitchen consisted of a bar fridge, a hot plate and a slow cooker.

The electricity relied on an extension cord from our old home and the toilet was an outhouse.

It was rustic, but we managed.

My brother came up again at thanksgiving to build our kitchen cupboards. It would be two years before we permanently installed them.

As time went by we built, little by little the house became a home.

The living room was our main construction area because it had the most floor space. At Christmas we swept up the sawdust and put up the tree. Eventually there was

electricity in the house and the extension cord was rolled up.

The plumbing was soon finished, the outhouse now used only as second toilet. The walls were soon paneled, but as yet remain unpainted. Our furniture was moved in and a few pictures got hung up.

Technically we are “finished” at least on paper, but our flooring is still in the boxes waiting to be installed.

It took years to get to this point. And the hardest part was living inside the construction while it was going on.

But I would do it all over again.

Everyone who helped left a little bit of themselves here. Their gift of time and energy was freely given. One that we will never be able to repay. We built a house, but they helped us build a home.

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Joan Norberg and her husband Alan live along the Mayo Road.

They grow an abundance of vegetables and raise pigs, chickens, and turkeys.

To comment on Joan’s story send an email to Editor@WhatUpYukon.com.

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“I’ve planned on going away to a big city for as long as I can remember but I didn’t want to just leave Whitehorse straight out of high school. So it’s nice to come to the College and get a feel for what post-secondary school is like while still being in a familiar place. Being at the College has done a really nice job of preparing me. The entrance award made this possible.”

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Community EVENTS ATLIN Wed, Mar, 8, Ladies’ Lunch & Carpet Bowling 7:00 PM Atlin Rec Centre Sat, Mar, 11, - 12, Taku River Tlingit First Nation Spring Joint Clan Meeting 10:00 AM Atlin Rec Centre Both Wolf and Crow clans meet together for Joint Clan Meetings, to participate in the governing process by providing direction to the TRTFN Governing bodies and enact TRTFN laws. Lunch provided, call 250651-7900 for more information Wed, Mar, 15, Ladies’ Lunch & Carpet Bowling 7:00 PM Atlin Rec Centre

BEAVER CREEK Fri, Mar, 10, Tot Time 9:30 AM Nelnah Bessie John School Sat, Mar, 11, Women’s Yoga 9:00 AM Nelnah Bessie John School Just yourself in comfortable clothing Sat, Mar, 11, Volleyball 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community Club Mon, Mar, 13, Tot Time 9:30 AM Nelnah Bessie John School Tue, Mar, 14, Women’s Yoga 7:00 PM Nelnah Bessie John School Just yourself in comfortable clothing Tue, Mar, 14, Volleyball 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community Club

CARCROSS Wed, Mar, 8, Healthy Choices & Nutrition Activities 9:00 AM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Wed, Mar, 8, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program Lunch 12:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School For more info:kathleen. cranfield@ctfn.ca 821-4251 Wed, Mar, 8, Hiroshikai Judo 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School 332-1031 Wed, Mar, 8, Judo 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Wed, Mar, 8, AA Carcross 6:30 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Thu, Mar, 9, Executive Council Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Thu, Mar, 9, CPNP Lunch 12:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Thu, Mar, 9, Pottery with Claudia MacPhee 3:30 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Every Tuesday and Thursday, please enter by side door. Everyone welcome! no fee for community members 8673993321 Thu, Mar, 9, Sewing Nights 6:30 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Thu, Mar, 9, Prenatal Classes for Mothers and Fathers to be 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School With Kathleen Cranfield, Registered Midwife and CPNP coordinator Sat, Mar, 11, State of the Nation 9:00 AM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building FOR C/TFN Citizens, what would you like to see as new priorities & long term planning?

Your opportunity to let us know! Breakfast and Lunch will be provided!

Sat, Mar, 11, Traditional Handgames 1:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Sat, Mar, 11, Youth Drop In 8:00 PM Carcross Community Centre Mon, Mar, 13, Cardio kick 4:30 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Mon, Mar, 13, Art at the Carving Shed 5:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation

Building Mon, Mar, 13, AA - Tagish 7:30 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue, Mar, 14, Elders Breakfast 10:00 AM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue, Mar, 14, Pottery with Claudia MacPhee 3:30 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Every Tuesday and Thursday, please enter by side door. Everyone welcome! no fee for community members 8673993321 Tue, Mar, 14, Tlingit Language classes 5:00 PM CTFN Capacity Building Tue, Mar, 14, Excellence Group 5:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue, Mar, 14, Sports Night 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Tue, Mar, 14, Tlingit Language Game Nights 6:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue, Mar, 14, Women’s Group 7:00 PM Carcross Community Campus 821-4251 Wed, Mar, 15, Healthy Choices & Nutrition Activities 9:00 AM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Wed, Mar, 15, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program Lunch 12:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School For more info:kathleen. cranfield@ctfn.ca 821-4251 Wed, Mar, 15, Hiroshikai Judo 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School 332-1031 Wed, Mar, 15, Judo 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Wed, Mar, 15, AA Carcross 6:30 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Wed, Mar, 15, Fawn Fritzen 7:00 PM Carcross Community Centre

CARMACKS Mondays-Fridays Kids Club After School Program 3:30 pm Carmacks Recreation Centre Ages 5-12, snacks provided

DAWSON CITY Wed, Mar, 8, Can’t Keep Quiet International Women’s Day Event 5:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Pay-what-you-can food and admission.

Celebrate diverse voices for equlity and change with live music, food, art and information on community programs that are doing the work to create change in our world! All proceeds in support of Yukon Girls Rock Camp.

Wed, Mar, 8, CFYT Trivia 8:00 PM The Billy Goat A fundraiser for CFYT local radio.

Thu, Mar, 9, Art Exhibition: Dandy Lines KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Artist Caitlin Thompson shows an exhibition of cosmic country embroidery referencing Western fashion through the cyclical, transformative theories of craftwork and animation Thu, Mar, 9, - 12, Trek Over The Top 2017 12:00 AM Dawson City Visitor Information Centre An International Snowmobile run from Tok Alaska to Dawson City Yukon.

Over 200 miles of groomed trail. nightly entertainment.

Thu, Mar, 9, Art Reception and Talk: Dandy Lines 7:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Artist Caitlin Thompson shows an exhibition of cosmic country embroidery referencing Western fashion through the cyclical, transformative

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Or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com

theories of craftwork and animation Thu, Mar, 9, Open Mic In The Lounge 9:00 PM Westminster Hotel Hosted by Jonathan Howe Fri, Mar, 10, Daniel Bachman KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Daniel Bachman is a 6-string and lap guitar player, from 2008 to present he’s been releasing material of almost exclusively an instrumental nature while touring everywhere from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

Call 993-5005 for more information.

Fri, Mar, 10, Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri, Mar, 10, Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri, Mar, 10, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Fri, Mar, 10, Harmonica George McConkey 6:00 PM Westminster Hotel In the Tavern Sat, Mar, 11, - 12, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in General Assembly Tr’ondek Hwech’in Transport from Whitehorse and daycare available, meals provided. For information, call Amanda at (toll-free 1-844) 993-7100 ext.134.

Sat, Mar, 11, Painting 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Paints, brushes and easels are supplied, no instruction offered.

Sat, Mar, 11, Drop-in Painting for Adults 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Paints, brushes and easels are supplied, no instruction offered. Call 9935005 for more information.

Sat, Mar, 11, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Sat, Mar, 11, Drop-in Screen Printing 5:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Student quality inks and other materials may be accessed for beginners or those wishing to experiment. Call 9935005 for more information.

Sun, Mar, 12, St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381 Mon, Mar, 13, Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Mon, Mar, 13, Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Mon, Mar, 13, Presentation by Stacey Matson 7:00 PM Dawson City Community Library Stacey’s presentation will be of particular interest to adults and students from Grades 4 and up. Refreshments provided. All welcome! 867-993-5571 dclib@klondiker.com Tue, Mar, 14, Step n Strong 7:00 PM Robert Service School For more information email: getrealfit(at)me.com 867-993-2520 Tue, Mar, 14, Dawson City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Dawson City Town Hall The meetings are aired live on Dawson City TV Channel 12. Council holds a Question Period at each meeting that takes place towards the end of the meeting. This provides the public an opportunity to ask Council questions. 867-993-7400 Wed, Mar, 15, CFYT Trivia 8:00 PM The Billy Goat A fundraiser for CFYT local radio.

FARO Wed, Mar, 8, Parent & Tot Storytime 11:00 AM Faro Community Library For babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be provided Wed, Mar, 8, Carving with Peter Kazda 3:00 PM Yukon College Faro Campus Will be doing carving with wood, and if there is an interest, with soapstone.

Wed, Mar, 8, Faro Fire Department Meeting 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Faro Fire Department Wednesday Meeting.

Thu, Mar, 9, Old Timers Hockey 7:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more details.

Fri, Mar, 10, Seniors Crib and Cards 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Email recreation@faroyukon.ca or call 994-2575 for more details.

Fri, Mar, 10, Teen Drop in Gym 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School Sat, Mar, 11, Art Sessions 1:00 PM Yukon College Faro Campus Where people gather to paint, crochet, knit etc.

Sat, Mar, 11, Public Skate 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Every Wednesday from 5-7 and Saturday from 1-3. Email recreation@faroyukon.ca or call 994-2575 for more details.

Sun, Mar, 12, Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of Apostles Sun, Mar, 12, Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442 994-2442 Mon, Mar, 13, Learn to Skate 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Email recreation@ faroyukon.ca or call 994-2575 for more details.

Mon, Mar, 13, Old Timers Hockey 7:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more details.

Wed, Mar, 15, Parent & Tot Storytime 11:00 AM Faro Community Library For babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be provided Wed, Mar, 15, Carving with Peter Kazda 3:00 PM Yukon College Faro Campus Will be doing carving with wood, and if there is an interest, with soapstone.

Wed, Mar, 15, Faro Fire Department Meeting 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Faro Fire Department Wednesday Meeting.

HAINES JUNCTION Wed, Mar, 8, Adult Volleyball 6:30 PM St. Elias Community School Wed, Mar, 8, Village of Haines Junction Council Meeting 7:00 PM St Elias Convention Centre Thu, Mar, 9, Elders’ Tea & Fitness Lunch 11:00 AM Mun Ku Thu, Mar, 9, Chair Yoga For Seniors 3:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Thu, Mar, 9, Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community School Fri, Mar, 10, - 11, Crevasse Rescue Training Wanderer’s Inn Backpackers Hostel This course is designed for skiers and mountaineers and is taught over a Friday night evening classroom session, followed by a full hands on field day on Saturday. We will also go over roping up, spacing, use of knots and tips for glacier travel.

Fri, Mar, 10, Southern Tutchone Classes 8:30 AM Da Ku Cultural Centre These are free classes open to everyone. Class times

The next deadline for Advanced Artist Award is

supports advanced individual Yukon artists for creation, artistic development, and learning opportunities.

There are two deadlines per year: 1st April and October.

Application form and guidelines are available on our website.

Applicants are encouraged to consult an Arts Advisor before applying.

phone: 867-667-8789 toll free: 1 800-661-0408 ext. 8789 email: artsfund@gov.yk.ca www.tc.gov.yk.ca/aaa @insideyukon

MARSH LAKE Fri, Mar, 10, Jackalope Friday Dinners 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Fri, Mar, 10, Drop-in Volleyball 8:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Sat, Mar, 11, Tot Group 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat, Mar, 11, PUMP Bootcamp 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Sat, Mar, 11, Knitting Circle 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Sat, Mar, 11, Ice Hockey 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Sun, Mar, 12, Drop in Badminton 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue, Mar, 14, North of 60 Seniors Cafe 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Tot Group 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Yoga with Richard 5:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Tue, Mar, 14, Yoga 5:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Drop in Yoga info@ yogawhitehorse.ca Tue, Mar, 14, Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre followed by hot apple cider and refreshments. 660-4999

MAYO Fri, Mar, 10, Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Sun, Mar, 12, St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 Tue, Mar, 14, Mayo Sewing Nights 7:00 PM Yukon College Mayo Campus

MOUNT LORNE Thu, Mar, 9, Ciabatta, Foccacia and Croissants 6:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Please register, maximum 8 people and there will be bread to take home. Please bring apron and container or bags. For more information or to register call 667-7083 or Email lmca@ northwestel.net Sun, Mar, 12, 5 Weeks of Women’s Wellness 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Facilitated by Karen Baxter, Women of all ages and abilities welcome, Yoga, healthy snacks, Free events just drop in - register if you can please. For more info, contact Agnes 6677083 or Email lmca@northwestel.net

Highlights

April 1, 2017

Advanced Artist Award

are 8.40 – 10.10 am (Dákų̀ culture centre classroom) 10.30 – 12 pm (CAFN Council chambers) 1.45-2.45pm (Nätsèkhį Kų̀). Call Luke at 667-5992 for more information.

Fri, Mar, 10, Story Hour 10:00 AM Haines Junction Community Library Sun, Mar, 12, St Christopher’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Christopher’s Church Licensed Lay Leader: Lynn De Brabandere 867-634-2360 Mon, Mar, 13, Fitness Classes - Pilates & Yoga 5:15 PM Da Ku Cultural Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Southern Tutchone Classes 12:00 PM Da Ku Cultural Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Takhini Family Game Night 7:00 PM Takhini Hall Wed, Mar, 15, Adult Volleyball 6:30 PM St. Elias Community School

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Community EVENTS continued...

OLD CROW \Thu, Mar, 9, Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Sun, Mar, 12, St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381 Tue, Mar, 14, Gym Night 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center

TAGISH Tuesday - Saturdays Tagish Treasures Thrift Store 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Wed, Mar, 8, Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wed, Mar, 8, Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fresh baked goods every Wednesday.

Sat, Mar, 11, Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wed, Mar, 15, Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wed, Mar, 15, Foot Wellness Clinic 1:30 PM Tagish Community Centre Wed, Mar, 15, Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fresh baked goods every Wednesday.

Wed, Mar, 15, Tagish Community Association meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Agenda posted at tagish.ca

TESLIN Wed, Mar, 8, Bootcamp in the Mezzanine 6:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Lee Randell joins us every Wednesday, come down for a fantastic workout! 3354250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Thu, Mar, 9, Badminton 7:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Thursday, bring your racket or just bring your self for some swift fun! 335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Fri, Mar, 10, - 12, Mini Rendezvous Teslin Rec Center Fri, Mar, 10, Youth Club 8:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information.

Tue, Mar, 14, Yoga in the Mezzanine 5:15 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Tuesday, mats provided just bring your zen. 3354250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Tues, Mar 14 Fawn Fritzen at the Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre Great Hall Doors at 6:30 pm FREE For more information contact Melaina at 390-2532 ext.333 or Melaina.sheldon@ttc-teslin.com Tues, Mar 14 Teslin Dance Group Practice 7pm -9pm at the Teslin Healing Centre. For more information contact Melaina at 867.390.2532 ext 333 or Melaina.sheldon@ttc-teslin.com Wed, Mar, 15, Bootcamp in the Mezzanine 6:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Lee Randell joins us every Wednesday, come down for a fantastic workout! 3354250 teslinrec@teslin.ca

WATSON LAKE Daily at 12-4pm & 6-8pm Yukon`s Northern Lights Showtimes -Two scheduled shows /day 1pm and 6:30 pm – will show on request for large groups as well.Northern Lights Center Features the amazing phenomena known as the ‘Northern Lights’ or ‘Aurora borealis’, the Northern Lights Centre boasts state-ofthe-art panoramic video and surroundsound systems.

Thu, Mar, 9, Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!

Thu, Mar, 9, Body Fit 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 536-8023 Thu, Mar, 9, Drop in Curling 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Drop in rates apply, so please stop at the front desk before you head to the ice.

Sat, Mar, 11, The Iceman - Winter Triathlon Wye Lake Park Teams of 1-3, Kicksledding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing, register at the Recplex or contact Meaghan at 536-8023 Sun, Mar, 12, St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Mon, Mar, 13, Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!

Mon, Mar, 13, Fawn Fritzen 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Body Fit 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 536-8023 Tue, Mar, 14, Drop in Curling 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Drop in rates apply, so please stop at the front desk before you head to the ice.

HAINES Daily Everyone Welcome Swim Haines Community Centre 11:00 AM & 5:00 PM. No Swim Sundays Mon-Thu Haines Public Library Open 11:00 am Haines Borough Public Library Haines Borough Public Library Hours: Mon-Thu 10-9 | Fri 10-6 | Sat/Sun 12:304:30 | 766-2545 Wed, Mar, 8, Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Wed, Mar, 8, Tai Chi 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 8, Tlingit Language Class 3:30 PM Sheldon Museum & Cultural Centre Wed, Mar, 8, Game Time @ Library 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed, Mar, 8, Kids Jujutsu 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 8, Homework Help @ Library 5:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed, Mar, 8, Sword Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 8, Lent Soup Supper 6:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Wed, Mar, 8, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 8, Open Mic Nite 10:00 PM Pioneer Bar Thu, Mar, 9, Strength and Stretch 11:00 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Thu, Mar, 9, Tai Chi 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Thu, Mar, 9, The Great Alone 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Experience the wonder of the Iditarod, The Great Alone is a feature length documentary shot in the arctic wilderness of Alaska that captures the inspiring comeback story.

Thu, Mar, 9, Iditarod Film - Haines Arts Council 8:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri, Mar, 10, Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Fri, Mar, 10, Tai Chi 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri, Mar, 10, Story time @ Library 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Fri, Mar, 10, Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri, Mar, 10, Game Time @ Library 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Fri, Mar, 10, Homework Help @ Library 5:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library

Fri, Mar, 10, Clara Wieshahn Movement Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri, Mar, 10, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri, Mar, 10, Last of the Red Hot Lovers 8:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sat, Mar, 11, Family Workshops 2:00 PM Sheldon Museum & Cultural Centre Family workshops we will explore the history and art of the Chilkat Valley using stories, songs, snacks, guest speakers, collection examples and hands-on activities.

Sat, Mar, 11, Last of the Red Hot Lovers 8:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun, Mar, 12, - 16, Rusty Compass, Dusty Rose - rehearsal/set up Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun, Mar, 12, Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Haines Presbyterian Church Sun, Mar, 12, St Michael’s - lobby 11:30 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun, Mar, 12, Bible Club & Christian Education 12:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Sun, Mar, 12, Last of the Red Hot Lovers 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun, Mar, 12, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Mon, Mar, 13, Tai Chi 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Strength and Stretch 11:00 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Mother Goose Stories and Songs @ Library 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Mon, Mar, 13, Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Private Jujutsu Clas 4:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Game Time @ Library 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Mon, Mar, 13, CVCF Board Mtg 5:00 PM Haines Chamber Of Commerce Mon, Mar, 13, Kids Jujutsu 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Homework Help @ the Library 5:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Mon, Mar, 13, Homework Help @ Library 5:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Mon, Mar, 13, Adults Jujutsu 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon, Mar, 13, - 16, Hannah Bochart rehearsal and set up 8:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tue, Mar, 14, Women’s Fellowship 3:00 PM Haines Senior Center Tue, Mar, 14, Tai Chi 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tue, Mar, 14, Youth Movement 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tue, Mar, 14, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 15, Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Wed, Mar, 15, Tai Chi 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 15, Tlingit Language Class 3:30 PM Sheldon Museum & Cultural Centre Wed, Mar, 15, Game Time @ Library 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed, Mar, 15, Kids Jujutsu 5:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 15, Homework Help @ Library 5:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed, Mar, 15, Sword Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 15, Lent Soup Supper 6:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Wed, Mar, 15, Dusty Rose Rehearsals 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed, Mar, 15, Open Mic Nite 10:00 PM Pioneer Bar

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SKAGWAY Wed, Mar, 8, SpinFlex w/Katherine 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed, Mar, 8, TRX Suspension Training 5:15 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sign up required Wed, Mar, 8, Aerial Tissue w/Renee 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Special Fee & Sign-up Thu, Mar, 9, Mindful Vinyasa Flow 8:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Thu, Mar, 9, Senior Chair Based Weight Training 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors.

Thu, Mar, 9, Dance Fusion with Kaera New Latin Hip Hop Class 5:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Thu, Mar, 9, Easy Does it YogaRestorative Yoga w/Jeanne- ALL Level 6:15 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Thu, Mar, 9, Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Fri, Mar, 10, Spinning w/ Dena 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat, Mar, 11, Senior Chair Based Weight Training 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors.

Sat, Mar, 11, Bouncy House Fun Time!

12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A parent or guardian must accompany children 12 and under.

Sat, Mar, 11, Dance Fusion with Kaera New Latin Hip Hop Class 5:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat, Mar, 11, Volleyball For Adults 6:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sun, Mar, 12, Aerial Tissue w/Renee 6:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Special Fee & Sign-up Mon, Mar, 13, SpinFlex w/Katherine 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon, Mar, 13, Easy Does it YogaRestorative Yoga w/Jeanne- ALL Level 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon, Mar, 13, TRX Suspension Training 5:15 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sign up required Mon, Mar, 13, Roller Hockey For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Mindful Vinyasa Flow 8:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Back/Hip Yoga with Myofascial Release and Acupressure 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Senior Chair Based Weight Training 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors.

Tue, Mar, 14, Dance Fusion with Kaera New Latin Hip Hop Class 5:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue, Mar, 14, Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed, Mar, 15, SpinFlex w/Katherine 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed, Mar, 15, TRX Suspension Training 5:15 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sign up required Wed, Mar, 15, Aerial Tissue w/Renee 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Special Fee & Sign-up

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2017 KIAC SPRING PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Includes 5 shows for $90 / $80 KIAC Members 50% off for youth under 14!

MAKE A SHORT FILM ADVERTISING THE FILM FESTIVAL! Deadline March 27th.

Win $150 cash and a free pass!

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ARE YOU A PRINT MAKER?

KIAC is seeking Print Making Workshop Instructors.

If you are interested, pleasecall us or go to: kiac.ca/coursesoutreach/workshopproposals/

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CLASSES

Open Studio Sessions THE ART OF BOOKBINDING

WITH KIMStudio HENKEL >> Ceramic Open Sessions << April 1, 12pm-5pm and Sundays from 2:30 to 6pm April 2, 10am-1pm $5 per Cost: $125hour + GST (allPain� supplies >> Acrylic ng included) Open Studio << with Neil Graham BEGINNER CERAMICS every WITH first and third Wednesday of ASTRID KRUSE each month to 9pm30 Tuesdays, April718-May $10 per 7-10pm 2 hour session $325 + GST (all supplies included) To register call: 867-667-4080 Email: recep�on@artsunderground.ca CLAY SCULPTURE WITH SANDRA STOREY April 1 and 2, 10am-4pm Surface finishing Thursday April 13 6-8pm $225 + GST (clay, oxides and firing included)

MOTHER’S DAY PAINTING IN PAIRS WITH MAYA

WEEKLY OPEN HOUSE MARCH 14 & 21

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

UPCOMING EVENT:

Sunday May 14 - 1pm-4pm $150 for 2 people (supplies included)

DROP IN THE UNDER ACHIEVERS (PAINTING CLUB)

Boys and Girls Club of Yukon

What:

Free Teen Drop In Ages 11 to 18 Free snack and meal

When: Wednesdays to Saturdays 3 PM to 9 PM Where: 306A Alexander Street Look for the big green door!

Contact: Web: bgcyukon.com Facebook: bgcyukon Twitter: @bgcyukon

Ph. (867) 393-2824

Every second Tuesday: March 14, 28 6:30-9:30pm Free with membership (bring your own supplies)

DROP-IN PAINTING WITH NEIL GRAHAM

Get feedback from a professional artist as you work on your own projects.

Every second Tuesday: March 7, 21 7-10pm $10 with membership (bring your own supplies)

LIFE DRAWING

No instruction, hosted by Andrew Sharp, nude model.

Every first Sunday of the month 7-9pm $5/hour (bring your own supplies)

POTTERY OPEN STUDIO

No instruction provided.

Must have pottery experience.

Every Sunday 2:30-6:00pm and Friday from 6-9:00pm $5/hour *Note drop ins do not run on holidays

Programs Arts Underground / Yukon Art Society 867-667-4080 ext 22

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Active Interest LISTINGS Fri, Mar, 10 Golden Horn Judo 3:30 PM Golden Horn Elementary Fri, Mar, 10 Aikido Yukon Teenager Class 13+ 4:00 PM Aikido Yukon Dojo Sessions now has several elements, one every 4 weeks. Each element covers physical skills, techniques, cultural aspects and stories. First class is always FREE, feel free to come try anytime (we will lend you an uniform). (867) 667-4690 info@aikidoyukon.ca Fri, Mar, 10 Kayak Polo (age 16+) 8:00 PM Canada Games Centre Paddle with members of the Yukon Canoe and Kayak Club. Some gear is available subject to attendance rates; please bring your own if available.

Sat, Mar, 11 LDAY SnowShoe Fest Biathlon Range Sat, Mar, 11 Fat Bike Gran Fondo 10:00 AM Takhini Hotsprings A 40 km route starting in the Ibex Valley and finishing at the Takhini Hot Springs. There is an option to exit the course at 25km if needed. There will be an aid station on route providing refreshments. Email info@ cmbcyukon.ca for more information.

Sat, Mar, 11 Learn to Play Table Tennis 1:30 PM Whitehorse Elementary Enter through the back door, Saturdays until March 18, Call 668-3358 or 333-0299 for info.

Sat, Mar, 11 Rugby Drop-In 3:30 PM Canada Games Centre Join other rugby enthusiasts for a game of non-contact rugby scrimmage Sat, Mar, 11 Dance Gathering 8:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise A monthly letloose-shake-it-move-stretch-sweat-smile evening.

Mix of world beat, rock, blues, electronica. Adults & mature teens welcome. Entrance by donation.

Substance-free. Dance like nobody’s watching because... nobody’s watching! Questions?

Contact 867-689-9774 Sun, Mar, 12 Woman in Skiing Mount Sima This novice to intermediate course is for all the ladies that are chairlift ready and love to step it up a notch. You have the choice of a full day or half day this time. Registration is now open Sun, Mar, 12 Adult Soccer Drop-In 9:00 AM Canada Games Centre Join in a pick-up game of soccer or practising soccer skills or start a game.

Sun, Mar, 12 Velocity Practice 10:30 AM Biathlon Range Sun, Mar, 12 Pursuit Practice 10:30 AM Biathlon Range Sun, Mar, 12 Disc Golf 3:30 PM Canada Games Centre Come and practice your Disc Golf game with our driving targets. A time to work on different discs and throws Sun, Mar, 12 Ultimate Frisbee 5:00 PM Canada Games Centre Ultimate is a sport played with a disc (frisbee). Points are scored by passing the disc to a teammate in the opposing end zone. Players from the Yukon Ultimate Frisbee Association are often present to help facilitate games and teach new-comers, so don’t be shy!

Sun, Mar, 12 Pickleball 6:00 PM Canada Games

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Wed, Mar, 8 Ultimate Frisbee 12:00 PM Canada Games Centre Ultimate is a sport played with a disc (frisbee). Points are scored by passing the disc to a teammate in the opposing end zone. Players from the Yukon Ultimate Frisbee Association are often present to help facilitate games and teach new-comers, so don’t be shy!

Wed, Mar, 8 Velocity Practice 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Wed, Mar, 8 Aikido Yukon Kids Advanced Classes 4:30 PM Aikido Yukon Dojo Level: Yellow+ belt. Sessions now has several elements, one every 4 weeks. Each element covers physical skills, techniques, cultural aspects and stories.

First class is always FREE, feel free to come try anytime (we will lend you an uniform). (867) 6674690 info@aikidoyukon.ca Wed, Mar, 8 Pursuit Practice 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Wed, Mar, 8 YASC hosting Lacrosse drop in 4:30 PM Canada Games Centre Join us in the flexihall. Participants must be 12 years old or older, have a day pass from CGC and participants are encouraged to bring a helmet and gloves.

Wed, Mar, 8 Scottish Country Dancing 5:30 PM Elijah Smith Elementary School Adults of any age.

Families welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Pat at 668-4976 or Kat at 334-1547.

Wed, Mar, 8 Adult Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Wed, Mar, 8 Adult Drop In 7:45 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Call 668-4794 or email info@ polarettes.org for more information.

Wed, Mar, 8 AquaRunning 8:40 PM Canada Games Centre Run with zero impact! Swimming ability not required. Comfort in deep water recommended.

Thu, Mar, 9 Velocity Practice 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Thu, Mar, 9 YASC hosting Arctic Sports drop in 5:30 PM Canada Games Centre Join us in the flexihall. Participants must be 12 years old or older, have a day pass from CGC. Thu, Mar, 9 Bouldering with ACC 7:30 PM Yukon College Email for location, membership details info@accyukon.ca Thu, Mar, 9 Youth Drop In 7:45 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 10 - 17 yrs. Call 668-4794 or email info@polarettes.org for more information.

Limit of 25 participants, arrive early.

Fri, Mar, 10 Pickleball 9:00 AM Canada Games Centre Pickleball is paddle sport combining elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis.

Pickleball is played on a doubles badminton court over a slightly lowered badminton net. The wiffle ball is played back and forth over the net using a hard paddle. Though it is similar to tennis, it is about 1/3rd of the court size and speed of tennis.

Fri, Mar, 10 Pre-School Drop In 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 18 months to 6 yrs, parent must accompany child. Call 668-4794 or email info@polarettes.org for more information.

June 17, 2017

REGISTRATION for the 25th Kluane Chilkat International Bike Race

opens March 15

Register Solo, 2 person, 4 person & 8 person teams for the June 17, 2017 event.

For more information: kcibr.org

Centre Pickleball is paddle sport combining elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis.

Pickleball is played on a doubles badminton court over a slightly lowered badminton net. The wiffle ball is played back and forth over the net using a hard paddle. Though it is similar to tennis, it is about 1/3rd of the court size and speed of tennis.

Mon, Mar, 13 Pre-School Drop In 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 18 months to 6 yrs, parent must accompany child. Call 668-4794 or email info@polarettes.org for more information.

Mon, Mar, 13 Velocity Practice 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Mon, Mar, 13 Pursuit Practice 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Mon, Mar, 13 Aikido Yukon Kids Beginner Classes 4:30 PM Aikido Yukon Dojo Up to Yellow Belt. Sessions now has several elements, one every 4 weeks. Each element covers physical skills, techniques, cultural aspects and stories.

First class is always FREE, feel free to come try anytime (we will lend you an uniform). (867) 6674690 info@aikidoyukon.ca Mon, Mar, 13 AquaRunning 8:40 PM Canada Games Centre Run with zero impact! Swimming ability not required. Comfort in deep water recommended.

Tue, Mar, 14 Disc Golf 12:00 PM Canada Games Centre Come and practice your Disc Golf game with our driving targets. A time to work on different discs and throws Tue, Mar, 14 Junior and Adult Tennis Lessons 4:00 PM Yukon College Junior lessons Tuesdays 4-5 pm and 5-6 pm, adult lessons 6-7 pm.

Certified coaches.

Tue, Mar, 14 Junior Shooting Program 7:00 PM Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club Youth aged 1020, parent permission required, Registration fee applies. Participants will learn about gun safety and marksmanship. 667-6907 or 689-5967 Tue, Mar, 14 Youth Drop In 7:45 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Ages 10 - 17 yrs. Call 668-4794 or email info@polarettes.org for more information.

Limit of 25 participants, arrive early.

Tue, Mar, 14 Rugby Drop-In 9:15 PM Canada Games Centre Join other rugby enthusiasts for a game of non-contact rugby scrimmage

Wellness LISTINGS Wed, Mar, 8, The Counselling Drop-In Clinic: Yukon Distress and Support Line 10:00 AM Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Wednesday from 10am - 4pm.

Wed, Mar, 8, Women & Children Lunch Date 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for Women & Children Wed, Mar, 8, Sharing Circles 5:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre Men only, Dinner provided Call 633-7688 Wed, Mar, 8, Red Tara Meditation 6:00 PM White Swan Sanctuary Everyone welcome. For more info contact Vicky 633-3715 Wed, Mar, 8, The Alzheimer/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group 7:00 PM Copper Ridge Place A group for family or friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 334-1548 or Joanne 668-7713.

Fri, Mar, 10, - 12, Council 7 - Embody the 7 Directions Whitehorse, Yukon Lead through a set of 7 different teachings, expanding on the 7 Sacred Directions. These directions are grounded in a number of deep traditions, dating back thousands of years. Call or email to register for weekend retreat. 633-3154 violet@violetvanhees.com Fri, Mar, 10, Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Sat, Mar, 11, Healthy Weight Loss Coach Course 9:00 AM Yukon Health Coaching Choose to gain the certification and work with clients or learn simply to empower your own healthy choices. Call or email 333-0533, yukonhealthcoaching@gmail.com to register or for more information.

Sun, Mar, 12, Booty-Core Bootcamp 10:45 AM Peak Fitness This strength based Bootcamp is specifically designed to target your glamour muscles: The booty, arms and abs. To reserve your spot pre-registration is required, and payment is to be made in full! Drop in is not guaranteed as space is limited. Call 668-4628 for more information.

Sun, Mar, 12, Full Moon Gong Bath 7:00 PM Alpine Bakery A transformative journey of healing and deep relaxation, as we bathe every cell of the body in therapeutic sound and vibration. Followed by mini-social; includes herbal tea and baked treats from Alpine. Email ananda.das.gkg@gmail. com or call 333-1096 for more information.

Mon, Mar, 13, Pelvic Floor Basics 12:00 PM Physio Borealis Learn about your pelvic floor for a lunch talk, with the experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Sophie Villeneuve. The talk will be 20-30 minutes, starting at noon, followed by questions. Cost is by donation. Call for more information. 633-6395 Mon, Mar, 13, Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Mon, Mar, 13, Shamata Meditation 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary Group meditation all levels welcome Mon, Mar, 13, Buddhist Meditation Society 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary All are welcome!

Mon, Mar, 13, Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:30 PM Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services Overeaters Anonymous Meeting every Monday Please ring the buzzer if the door is locked.

Tue, Mar, 14, Weight Watchers 5:00 PM Yukon College Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration, room A2202. 403-473-0645 blong@weightwatchers.ca Tue, Mar, 14, Women of Wisdom Workshops 6:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre If you’re an Aboriginal woman who is looking to share or learn Traditional Teachings, the Women of Wisdom program may be a good fit for you.

Tue, Mar, 14, Golden Horn Yoga 6:00 PM Golden Horn Elementary Terice 668-6631

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A Klondike Korner

Feature

with Dan Davidson

The Evolution of a Home PHOTO: courtesy of Peter Gould

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In 1982, the Goulds installed this former Clinton Creek house in its present location

In 1986, we bought it and began changing it that summer

PHOTOS: Dan Davidson

It would look like this for the next six years

Renovations and expansions in 1992 and 2001 left it looking the way it does today

linton Creek was one of the last company towns in the Yukon, part of a cluster that included Elsa and Faro. The mines in Clinton Creek and Faro were developed about the same time, but Clinton Creek had the misfortune to be based on mining asbestos, while Faro was mainly lead and zinc. A version of that town is still there, trying to redefine itself, with people living in houses built by the company in its heyday.

If you want to see the houses that were in Clinton Creek, you’ll find a lot of them in Dawson City.

Take our house, for instance. Peter Gould tells me it was one of two three-bedroom bungalow staff homes brought to Dawson in 1982.

One was plopped on our double lot on Seventh Avenue and the other served as the first office at the Gold Rush Campground, until it was moved out to the Hunker Creek Road to be a staff house for the Gould’s gold mine.

Both had been cut in two for transport and ours was assembled for Susan Gould (now Herrmann) next to her parents’ home.

By the time we decided to buy it from her we had spent a decade living in various Yukon Housing units: an army style PMQ (which is army lingo for permanent married/ military quarters) in Beaver Creek; a double-wide trailer in Faro, and a duplex here in Dawson. It was either get out of the cramped duplex or move, so we went house hunting in the spring of 1986, and settled on this place after eliminating other options.

It wasn’t quite what we wanted, so we began what would become the gradual evolution of our house. The first addition was two rooms on the back end (my study being one of them), along with a rearrangement of the kitchen and laundry room and the elimination of a separate dining room.

The kids were still pre-school and shared one of the three bedrooms for a while, but their sleep habits were different enough that this didn’t last past the first year.

By 1992, things were getting crowded. One bathroom was proving insufficient for four people, and we really needed to get the piano out of the living room. Also, the relatively flat roof was causing

problems with snow build up and some leaking in the spring.

The solution seemed to be a second floor: three larger bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, plus an ensuite for the parents and a deck off the master bedroom. Part of the hallway on the first floor was sacrificed for the stairs.

This all required a second mortgage, but we had a lot of the first one paid off, so that wasn’t too difficult to arrange. We settled in for another nine years after that, with one of the downstairs bedrooms becoming a music room for the piano and my guitars, and the other my wife’s study.

By 2001, however, that big detached deck on the front of the house was deteriorating and we decided that a verandah running across the entire front of the house would cut down on the seasonal evening sun glare and pro-

Wonderful Selection of

vide what amounted to a sheltered outdoor living room in the summer.

This addition we were able to finance without any assistance, and it made a serious difference to the house, pulling together all the things we had done to it over the years. All of a sudden groups of tourists walking by on their way to Jack London’s and Robert Service’s cabins were stopping to look at the place and snap photographs. We were surprised.

Since then, it’s all been maintenance – the bane of any home owner – but it’s our home, and we like it.

Dan Davidson retired from 32 years of teaching in rural Yukon schools, but continues writing about life in Dawson City.

Please send comments about his stories to dawson@whatsupyukon.com.

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Wasting Away in Geezerville with Ken Bolton

Faint Praise for a Coarse Cultivar T

hree foods top my No Thanks list: schmaltz herring, Marmite and kale.

My sole experience with schmaltz herring - basically, raw fish preserved in rancid chicken fat - was anything but a gustatory delight.

I also tried Marmite once. I even sampled its malevolent cousin, Vegemite, during a visit Down Under. Ptooey.

Fortunately, in this part of the globe, we rarely risk having the butler surreptitiously smear that creosote-like spread onto our morning toast.

Kale, on the other hand, is harder to avoid. The leafy, rumpled-looking atrocity is everywhere.

Now, I’m usually willing to try almost anything twice before invoking my right of refusal. So I have actually eaten kale. Twice.

Three times, even.

Frankly, I’d rather chow down on a bale of chlorophyl-flavoured hay than try a fourth helping.

I have no idea how the vile stuff came into existence. I suspect it is the by-product of a horribly-bungled experiment in an underground lab somewhere under the Mojave Desert.

Kale evangelists would have you believe it is the king of greens, a powerhouse of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory goodness, the very definition of a miracle food.

They claim it is unsurpassed as a source of what we delicately call dietary fibre nowadays. In a simpler era, we called it rough-

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I also tried Marmite once. I even sampled its malevolent cousin, Vegemite, during a visit Down Under. Ptooey age, because it’s rough at both ends of the alimentary canal.

Kale’s secret, they say, lies in proper cooking. This not only unleashes its nutritional wonderfulness, it actually makes it mmmmmm yummy.

In our hipster paradise, it pops up kale salads, kale soups, even kale chips to go with Netflix and beer. I’m sure it’s also being snuck into kale bread, kale muffins, kale pop tarts and kale petit fours.

My own wife once had the temerity to suggest I might enjoy her kale and sausage stew. I don’t

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know how long she’s been the agent of a hostile alien race, but I assured her I had no intention of falling for that ruse.

Being a fair-minded chap, though, I’m willing to concede that the sturdy kale may possess some utilitarian value. Lashed to a pole, it might be excellent at sweeping cinders from the family hearth.

And if ever one is ever required to thatch the roof of a hobbit house, kale would be ideal. It is decorative and thick, with a rich and pleasant colour.

Best of all, it’s far too bittertasting to attract marauding birds or other varmints.

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Seasonal Recipes with Sydney Oland

Eggs Baked in Peppers T

o be honest, I generally fill these peppers with chopped SPAM. There’s something about the salty, fattiness of tinned meat that just shines in this dish. And what you’re looking for in a simple meal like this is something that very simply just satisfies. So go ahead and

use SPAM, bacon, mushrooms, sausage, tinned sardines or any diced up leftover you’ve got in the fridge. You’ll be amazed what a soft, sweet roasted pepper and gooey egg will do to liven up even the saddest ingredient in your pantry. These peppers just need some toast to sop up the runny eggs, but if you’re serving them for a light supper add a few bottles of beer and a salad.

Ingredients

Prepping the peppers

INGREDIENTS Eggs Baked in Peppers Serves 4 4 peppers, tops and core removed 1 onion, finely chopped 4 strips bacon (or SPAM, sausage, etc.)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Raw egg ready for the oven

PHOTOS: Sydney Oland

Ready to serve

METHOD

1. Set oven at 425 degrees. Place cored peppers on a sheet pan and roast in the oven for 10 minutes, the peppers should just be beginning to soften. Chop the bacon and cook it in a skillet over medium high heat, when the fat begins to render add the chopped onion and any bits of trimmed pepper. Cook until onion is soft and bacon is fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

2.

Divide bacon mixture between the roasted pepper cups then place back on the sheet pan.

Break an egg into each pepper and place in the oven for 15 minutes, or until egg whites are set and the yolk is still runny. Serve with lots of toast.

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How About a Little Bicycle Trip?

by Dena Zavier

W

hen Hélène met François, she’d been dreaming of a long-distance bicycle trip for years. I think the fact that François was an experienced cyclist just maybe added to the attraction. Within 18 months, they had sold almost everything they owned, and loaded what they couldn’t or didn’t want to sell into their car, parked it in a safe place, and were gone.

Hélène Burgermeister and François Pigeon are both originally from France. It was their first joint bicycle trip, and her first big trip.

Their rides were mountain bikes: Hélène’s a hardtail and François’ a trusty unsuspended. They left on July 31, 2015 from Whitehorse and arrived in Panama City 10 months later, in mid-May 2016.

François is an experienced cyclist already having traveled from Patagonia to northern Peru, and from Vancouver to Alaska on his

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Hélène Burgermeister and François Pigeon, love at first bike?

Great Divide Trail PHOTOS: François Pigeon

own – over 25,000 km.

Not so for Hélène. Their first idea for a trip together was to go from Siberia to Europe. Hélène considered it but, in the end, was not convinced.

“For my first trip I didn’t want to do it… we’d been together less than a year and a half.” What if they didn’t get along and she

found herself alone in the middle of Russia? They decided on the somewhat tamer route, because it was without the greater language and logistical difficulties.

Traveling on the cheap meant they camped wherever they could find a spot, and that included a soccer field, and a baseball dugout. In the United States, they took advantage of many hospitable backyards courtesy of a network of hosts from WarmShowers. org, a site that connects cycle tourers with beds and yards, and of course, warm showers. In Mexico and the rest of Central America they mostly camped and stayed in modest hotels when safety, filth and fatigue insisted.

There’s a lot to see and experience between Whitehorse and Panama City, but for Hélène, the high point of their trip was a month spent on the Continental

Divide Trail. The section they rode ran from Whitefish, Montana to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a distance of something over 1,000 km.

The route was approximately 75 per cent gravel roads and 15 per cent single track trails, with occasional bits of pavement. Stunning landscapes, great weather and no traffic meant blissful riding. When they did encounter people (which was infrequently) they were happy to visit and share stories. There were no pushes to get to the next campground or town, they could just camp wherever they wished.

It wasn’t all easy going. Hélène described her worst day as one in Guatemala. They had planned to do 60 km and ended up doing only 35, all of them at about 7 km per hour or worse, pushing the bikes up 10 km of hills.

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“We got to a town around 1 p.m., had lunch, and decided to take a hotel.” When they turned off the lights, the cockroaches converged. In desperation and ingenuity, they set their tent up on the bed and slept in that, the tent hanging over the edges of the tiny bed. With their bicycles and all their gear taking up the floor space, they had to turn sideways to just get to the bathroom. They were so tired they slept despite it all.

I asked Hélène when and where they were planning to go for their next adventure? She laughed and said, “We have to work a bit now and make some money!”

Dena Zavier is a Yukon based writer and adventurer.

Questions or comments on her article can be emailed to Editor@WhatsUpYukon.com.

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