What's Up Yukon, October 25, 2023

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any would argue that the point of Halloween is to be scary. Blood and gore and gruesome things are turned into costumes and decorations, rewarded with candy and celebrated in haunted houses. The origins of our modern-day Halloween go back to the Celtic festival of Samhain where special bonfires were lit and costumes were worn to ward off evil spirits and ghosts, but not many of those original aspects remain as part of our present-day celebrations.

Turn on your TV or scroll through the news on your phone right

now and it may feel like there’s an escalation of death and war and actual terrifying things going on around the world. According to the Uppsala Conflict Data Program, which has been gathering information on global violent conflicts for almost 40 years, that feeling isn’t wrong: the number of active conflicts in the world are at a historical high (ucdp.uu.se/).

News headlines talk of “bloody attacks” and “horrifying death tolls” as images show carnage and terror-filled faces.

Maybe we don’t really need more “scary” in the world right

now. Maybe this is the year to try something different. If you’re looking for alternatives to the traditional scary Halloween costumes, for yourself or your kids, here are some Yukon-inspired ideas. Get in touch with your artsy side; look up a paper mache recipe, dig out some old cardboard or fabric and maybe buy a bit of face paint and see what you can come up with.

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A Less Scary Yukon Halloween ... cont’d from page 2 A Raven The Yukon’s official bird since 1985, the raven is a significant figure in several Yukon First Nations cultures and is said to have brought light to the world. Ravens have an unusually large brain and are incredibly intelligent. They love to steal and cache shiny objects and can make an unbelievable range of calls, as well as being able to mimic other birds.

Make yourself a set of black wings and a mask with feathers and a beak, and you’re all set.

A White Horse The capital of the Yukon allegedly got its name from the frothing rapids and whitecaps of the Yukon River that were said to have resembled the mane of a white horse. You can use the statue at the top of Two Mile Hill, created out of recycled materials by Yukon artist Daphne Mennell and journeyman welder Roger Poole, as inspiration for the look of your costume.

A Yukon Quest Dog Musher Halloween in the Yukon often comes with a fresh layer of snow.

Why not involve your dog in your Halloween costume this year and go as a Yukon Quest dog musher?

The Yukon Quest was started in 1984 and is considered by many to be the “most difficult sled-dog race in the world” (even more challenging than the famous Iditarod). Depending on the breed and size of your dog, this costume could turn out rather hilarious and may bring a smile to many a face.

The Midnight Sun The endless hours of daylight in the Yukon summer are just a memory now, but why not celebrate that memory with a bit of construction paper and some creativity. This may be the simplest costume idea, yet: just dress up a headband with some golden sun rays and put on a yellow outfit and you’re good to go.

A Campfire

Salmon Salmon have been a vital part of the ecology of the Yukon watershed and a traditionally integral part of communities throughout the territory, for thousands of years. Thousands upon thousands of salmon used to leave the Bering Sea and head up the Yukon River in one of the largest freshwater migrations in the world. That number has plummeted in recent years. Maybe proudly dressing up as this keystone species could help raise a bit of awareness about their importance and what’s happening to them.

Camping may be the ultimate Yukon pastime, and what would camping be without a campfire?

There are lots of creative DIY ideas for this one online, most of which include some s’mores on a stick and simple constructionpaper flames.

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The Boreal Forest

A Sasquatch

Get a group of friends or your whole family to dress up as different plants and animals of the boreal forest. Go as a spruce tree, a pretty pink fireweed, a red fox, a loon or maybe a moose.

The possibilities are endless.

According to Red Grossinger’s book Nahganne: Tales of the Northern Sasquatch, there have been numerous sightings of this large and hairy human-like mythical creature, here in the Yukon.

Its size, rumoured appearance and ability to disappear into thin air make the sasquatch perfect, spooky Halloween-costume material.

If all those ideas seem rather boring and mundane to you, here are two slightly more “scary” Yukon options …

A Mosquito You might think that a tiny mosquito shouldn’t be called scary, but what could be more in line with the theme of modern Halloween than a bloodsucking creature that kills hundreds of thousands of people each year worldwide?

Thankfully, here in the Yukon our mosquitoes don’t leave behind diseases like malaria, dengue, Zika and West Nile Virus, when they bite us, but the Yukon is home to over 30 species of mosquitoes and they are quite an iconic symbol of the North.

Whether you dress up as something scary or decide to go a different route, this year, may we all have a wonderful time with our loved ones and remember to appreciate the beauty around us—to laugh and to play and maybe sit around a bonfire and hope it keeps the evil spirits at bay. n

Yukon big game hunters are gearing up for Nov. 1, which heralds the opening of the bison hunting season. However, the long-term forecast is a mixed bag of fluctuating temperatures, so the big question will be quad or sled?

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What’s Inside Postcards: A Less Scary Yukon Halloween......2 Skills Yukon Interview: Pelly Vincent-Braun ..........................4 Tales Of Nahganne: The Curious Sasquatch ....................8 Seasonal Recipes ..............................9 Spooked ............................................ 10 This Is Halloween ............................. 11 Brandon Isaak Album Release ..... 12 The Trapper’s Life: Another Trapping Season Is Here................................................ 13

Events Highlights ......................................... 5 Community Events .................... 6, 7 Active Events ............................ 14, 15 Whitehorse Events .................. 16, 17 WITH SUPPORT FROM:

Northern Lights A shimmery, multicoloured dress and some artistically-applied face paint is all you need to embody the magical aurora borealis. Who knows, maybe the real deal will be dancing in the sky overhead as you head out on the town with your friends this Halloween.

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A boat built by Pelly Vincent-Braun

or even building them. I built one for myself and love getting out on the water in it.

What does a regular day on the job look like?

Pelly Vincent-Braun welding a frame

First you get a project, then you have to come up with a plan on how best to build it. After that you get into lots of cutting, drilling and grinding, until you get to the best part—welding!

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OPEN HOURS: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

MORNING PROGRAMS 10-11am Monday: Baby Sign 0-24 months Tuesday: Power of Painting All Ages Wednesday: Construction Zone All Ages Thursday: Reserved for group use Closed to the public Friday: Hooked on Stories All Ages

Youth Drop-In Centre

Recreational program for teen-years youth When: Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 9 pm & Sat 1-9 pm Ages: 12-18 years old For more info: See Facebook page for schedule & activities, or email Oliver: obulpitt@bcgyukon.com

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

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ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE IT’S FREE. IT’S FAST. IT’S FUN or email events@whatsupyukon.com ATLIN Tuesdays 5 Mile Group (O) 7:00 PM Tutan Hit Building For more info call 250-7695 Ext 108 Sundays St. Martins Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome.

Atlin Christian Assembly 11:00 AM St. Atlin Christian Centre 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome.

Sat Oct 28 Halloween Family Fun Night 4:00 PM Atlin Recreation Centre Pumpkin carving contest and dessert auction.

Yukon Communities: Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Online users’ sign in info: yukonbcdistrict52@gmail.com CARCROSS Second Sunday of Every Month St. Saviour’s Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129 Mondays Light Walkers Group (OM) 5:00 PM Fire Hall meeting room 1137 Austin S Sat Oct 28 Tagish Nation Dancers 50th Anniversary 5:00 PM Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre

CARMACKS First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month Carmacks Regular Council Meeting 7:00 PM Carmacks Municipal Building Fri Oct 27 Northern First Nations 101 12:00 PM Long Ago Peoples Place https:// whatsupyukon.events/spy DAWSON CITY ART SHOWS Until Oct 23 Blake Nelson Shaa’koon Lepine - Obsession, Depression and Hope 10:00 AM An exhibition of new prints, paintings and installation works by Blake Nelson Shaa’koon Lepine.

Sat Oct 28 Community Dinner with Queer Yukon 4:00 PM Dawson City, YT https://www.queeryukon.com/events.html Thu Nov 02 Trapper Training Workshops - Dawson City 6:00 PM Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin Hall First Saturday of every month Coffee House & Open Mic Night 7:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Weekly Mondays Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:309pm Self-guided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, though little instruction is provided. KIAC Classroom, back door.

Ecumenical Mothers’ prayers gathering 7pm St Paul’s Anglican Church Tuesdays St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening Prayer 4:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday,

and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer.

Wednesdays St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening Prayer 4:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer.

Screen Printing Drop-in 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Selfguided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with screen printing.

Thursdays CDC Toddler Program 10:00 AM Klondike Institute of Arts & Culture KIAC Free drop-In for kids 5 & under with parent/guardian Story time & free play!

St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening Prayer 4:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer.

Fridays Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. whatsupyukon.events/dawson-legion8336c3 Saturdays Open Studio – Drop In 1:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Space to create and focus on your artistic practice.

AA North Star Group Dawson City 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion In person or

Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867-993-3734 for more information Sundays Anglican Church Service 10:30 Anglican Church Service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City. Corner of Front and Church Streets at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City FARO First and Third Tuesday of every month Faro Council Meeting 7:00 PM Town of Faro Tuesdays Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Kids Club Faro Recreation Centre Adult Floor Hockey 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Wednesdays Seniors Games & Walks 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre The gym is open for seniors who would like to improve their fitness goals.

Fitness Fun for Seniors 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Volleyball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Thursdays Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation

Centre Fridays Pickleball 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Seniors Yoga 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Chair Yoga & Deep Relaxation for Seniors Basketball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Saturdays Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Court Basketball 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Tue Oct 24 Wood Ornament Workshop 6:00 PM Faro Rec Centre Join Sarah Smith and make up to 4 of your own uniquely made Christmas ornaments to keep or give as a gift Thu Oct 26 Faro Tourism & Economic Development Wine & Cheese Night Join us to find Faro’s next slogan and discuss the future of Faro’s tourism Until Oct 26 Halloween Coloring Contest Town of Faro Fun prizes to be won!

Fri Oct 27 Halloween Party 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Get dressed up and join us for a costume parade, games, food & lots of fun for the whole family Sat Oct 28 Pumpkin Carving Contest 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Please register by Friday, if you have your own carving tools bring them.

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October 25, 2023 HAINES JUNCTION Sat Oct 28 JAM Halloween Dance Family dance 6:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre Sat Oct 28 JAM Halloween Dance Adult Dance featuring the Babes in the Bush Burlesque 9:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre Second and fourth Wednesday of every month Village Council meetings 7:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre Village Council meetings are also held the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. [Remote attendance only] Wednesdays Boxing Classes Bill Brewster Arena 5:30 PM Reach your fitness goals by joining this boxing program! Participants must complete out a waiver provided. Call 6342012 or email dgraham@cafn.ca for more info. https://bit.ly/3mGYALy Movement Wednesdays 7:00 PM Haines Junction, Yukon Dezadeash River Trailhead, walking, jogging or running to the gun range and back. As the snow clears we will explore more trails. Prizes to be won. https://bit.ly/3GuVkx0 Adult Volleyball 16+ 7:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym Mondays Smart Recovery Meetings 8:00 PM Munku Hall Everyone welcome, call 3345688 for more info.

Basketball 6:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym Tuesdays Girls Club 6:00 PM St. Elias School Held in the art room, open to Girls and identifying as Girls from Grade 8 to 12.

MARSH LAKE Last Wednesday of every month MLCS board meeting 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Wednesdays South of 6 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays Shuffleboard Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM Fridays Beginner Yoga Marsh Lake Community Centre 10:00 AM Youth Gym Drop-In Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM Saturdays Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM Sundays Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM Tuesdays Play Bridge 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue Oct 31 Halloween Haunted Forest - For the Littles 6:00 PM 6 Chinook Lane – New Constabulary Subdivision https://rb.gy/7umml

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whatsupyukon.com Tue Oct 31 Halloween Haunted Forest - Scared Stiff 7:00 PM 6 Chinook Lane – New Constabulary Subdivision https://rb.gy/7umml MAYO Mondays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Art/Entrepreneur Club 3:30 J.V Clark School Held in the Lunchroom Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Video Yoga Classes 5:15 PM Mayo Curling Arena Yoga Videos are used for leading each class. Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Drop-ins are welcome.

For more info call 996-2043 8979962043 Tuesdays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Youth Archery 3:30 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Tabata Training 5:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Disc Golf 7:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre And Recreation Centre Curling 7:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre And Recreation Centre Drop-in Art Night 7:00 PM Mayo Curling Lounge If you can bring a photo that you would like to work from that would be great. No experience necessary.

Wednesdays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School Pottery Class 3:30 PM J.V Clark School Rec Volleyball 7:00 PM Village of Mayo Pool Thursdays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Elementary Soccer 3:30 PM J.V Clark School Tabata Training 5:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Teen/Adult Floor Hockey 7:30 PM J.V Clark School Fridays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre

Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School Sundays St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 Communion Service St. Mary with St. Mark Anglican Church 11:00 AM where village members come together to worship and offer service to their community and the world.

MOUNT LORNE Thursdays Run Club 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Mondays Run Club 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Drop-In Yoga 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre By donation all levels welcome Tuesdays Boot Camp 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Sat Oct 28 Pumpkin Carving + Baking Fiesta 1:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre All ages welcome, all materials supplied Sun Oct 29 Costume Party & Jack-OLantern Forest Walk 4:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre OLD CROW Mondays Men’s Night At The Rec Centre 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tuesdays Kids Gym 3:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Adult Sewing 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Youth Gym 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Wednesdays Stroller Walks 10:00 AM Kih Tsal Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 966-3015 for more info.

Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381 SKAGWAY Mondays Live Music Red Onion Saloon 6:30 PM Live music every Monday Wednesdays Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A. Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3.

Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway\

Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway TAGISH First Monday of every month Carcross Tagish Renewable Resources Council 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre First Monday of every month Tagish Advisory Council 8:00 AM Tagish Community Centre First Tuesday of every month Tagish Community Association 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Second Thursday of every month Tagish Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Wednesdays Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon Yukon Learn at Tagish Library 2:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Targeted literacy programming by Yukon Learn at the Tagish Library. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon.

Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Thursdays Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon Tagish Local Advisory Council Meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre .

Saturdays Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon TESLIN Mondays AA: Teslin Group (O) 7:00 PM Catholic Church Rectory Tuesdays The ‘Big 4-6’ Sports 4:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Group Fitness 5:30 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Outdoor 3D Archery 7:00 PM Sambow Archery Course – Meet at the ball diamond Wednesdays Dominos 1:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Drop in seniors Pickleball 6:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Thursdays Group Fitness 5:30 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Girls Volleyball 3:15 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Fridays Public Skating 4:00 PMTeslin Lake Recreation Complex Basketball Drop-in 7:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex

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TALES OF NAHGANNE

Red Grossinger Red Grossinger is a sasquatch enthusiast, investigator and published author living in the Yukon.

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his sighting took place at Marshall Creek in the early evening of Wednesday, July 20, 2014, by four ladies from the Champagne-Aishihik First Nations (CAFN).

The ladies were returning to Haines Junction after spending time in Whitehorse that day. As they approached the Marshall Creek Bridge, some 30 kilometres east of Haines Junction, they noted what they thought was a man in black coveralls who was walking about in the clearing on the right-hand side of the road, just past the bridge.

As they approached the bridge, one lady mentioned it was “odd there were no vehicles parked at the bridge,” while another lady spoke up and said, “That’s not a man; that’s a sasquatch.”

The driver then slowed down and stopped the car just past the bridge, only a couple of metres away from a sasquatch that was hunched over and that appeared to be picking and eating berries.

After a minute or two, the sasquatch stood up, became aware of the car and kept looking at it and its occupants, curiously, then stepped a bit closer—probably trying to figure out what it was looking at—seemingly intrigued.

While this was going on, two cars drove by without paying attention to what was going on and totally unaware of the situation. A couple of minutes later, the sasquatch seemed to lose interest in the car and its occupants and began slowly walking away while looking back at the car, over his shoulder, before entering the nearby bush and disappearing from view.

Upon reaching her residence, one of the ladies contacted a mutual friend of mine and told him about the sighting. In the afternoon of the following day, he sent me an email mentioning what had happened. By that time it was evening, so I waited until the following morning to hit the road. Meanwhile, I contacted a friend from CAFN who got the sighting information and details, which was later passed on to me.

Arriving at the location on the

following day, Friday the 22, all I could see was trampled-down vegetation. Obviously, many had visited the site, the day before, and any possible signs of activity had been destroyed in the process.

One of the witnesses mentioned to my friend that she had judged the sasquatch to be about 2.3 metres tall and that it had dark, clean and well-kept hair; also, that it looked to be in good shape, that there were no visible breasts and that the upper body was muscular and it did not appear to have any extra fat, by any means.

With this approximate height, I calculated his weight to be about 260 kilograms and the length of his foot to be about 34 centimetres, with the distance of his step being 135 centimetres; and his stride, twice that much.

There were significant points about this sighting: the manner in which the sasquatch reacted: first off, he seemed unaffected by the sound of traffic on the road, and he crossed the bridge as if he were accustomed to the noise. Then he seemed quite curious about the car and the persons inside the car, as if trying to understand what it was, and he did not appear to be scared of it at all—just curious; also, the way he moved away was intriguing, as well—slowly and deliberately, while still looking at the car over his shoulder.

Most sasquatch sightings are the result of someone who just happens to see a sasquatch crossing a road, a field or in some similar location, mostly at a distance, in a totally unplanned encounter. On the other hand, some sightings are the result of people actually searching for our legendary wild man during planned expeditions of some sort, and some are the result of game cameras that have been set up for this very purpose.

On just about every occasion, when a sasquatch becomes aware that it has been detected, it will clear the location quickly or disappear in some fashion or another—but certainly not stick around like the curious sasquatch at Marshall Creek.

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Marshall Creek area, the site of the curious sasquatch Through all of my research and with reading many sasquatch reports and talking with colleagues, I have never heard of

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SPOOKED — MY SON SEES WHAAAT? L

ast Halloween, I scared my son. This year, he got me back. He got me back good.

We both did it unintentionally.

He’s since recovered; I’m still watching my back.

To be fair, I have always scared easily. I’ll admit to preferring to sleep with a nightlight on in the bedroom, and I jump at every loud and unexpected sound. It’s truly embarrassing sometimes.

However, ever since becoming a parent, I am trying my darndest to show a little more bravery when things frighten me and hope that I don’t pass my irrational fears on to my child. This is a task that became near impossible a few weeks ago when my son said and did something that chilled me to the bone.

To set the stage, my family has recently moved into a new home.

The house has a very cozy feeling, and with all the windows and bright space, it is difficult to feel anything but safe and comfortable within its walls. My son has even said how his new room isn’t scary (he’d been having nightmares before the move), and he has had no problem falling asleep in there each night. Whew!

The place is perfect for us, which is why what happened next came as a bit of a shock.

One afternoon, in the midst of unpacking, Little Buddy came running down the stairs after an hour or so of playing in his room.

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I was confused. “Where did who go?”

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Fighting some spooky monsters undesirable answer that every horror movie would present in this situation—a ghost.

It’s not a leap, is it—to ponder the supernatural, when no one else is in the house and your child mentions another person (that no one else has seen or knows about) being there. It really freaked me out, especially since this was not the first time he has scared me like this.

I still recall the nervous laughter I let out, to try and soothe myself after my son pointed up at the corner of our ceiling and asked, “What are you doing up there?”

There was nothing in the corner of the ceiling.

Luckily, for that instance, I was able to determine that he was talking to a light fixture

in the home. And since his threeyear-old brain had long forgotten about what he’d said when I asked him about it, we’ll never know for sure.

But I am telling myself that was the reason for it. It certainly makes me feel better than the alternative.

Although, to be honest, given how much my son is a fan of Ghostbusters these days (a great source of excitement for my husband), I almost think he’d love to have a ghost in the house— the Casper kind (not the horrormovie-type spectres). I can see it now … my husband and his MiniMe running around the house, decked out in their Ghostbusters jumpsuits, blasting spirits with their ecto-wands, trapping them in containment units and having the grandest time ever.

I guess I can be reassured that, for now, it was a false alarm brought on by one-too-many Hal-

Ghosty This went back and forth a little bit as my husband and I followed him up to his room, reassuring him that there was no lady in the house. He remained insistent. I remained as composed as I could.

After a few more minutes of this, my son got a little frustrated with us, for not understanding him, and then ran off to play some more.

I slowly turned to look at my husband, who was also at a loss as to what our child was talking about. I also noted the slight grin that was spreading across his face as he noted the increasing worry on mine.

“Here we go,” he said with a laugh as I started scanning the rooms and looking for the

on the ceiling—a reassurance that helped me sleep a little better that night.

And as for our “ghost,” my husband and I discussed that this lady that our son spoke of could be in reference to our landlord whom we had been speaking about visiting us, a little earlier that day.

It kind of makes sense … Perhaps he was merely asking where the lady that he heard us talking about was, rather than talking about someone he physically saw

Mini-Ghostbuster loween movies and an overactive imagination on my part (both of which I will not be passing on to my preschooler anytime soon).

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sure it was safe to eat. Looking back now, it always seemed to be her favourite type of treats that had something wrong with them.

Interesting.

This memory got me thinking … thinking about just how different Halloween looks as an adult and the way our views evolve over time. To be honest, I can see myself using those same “safety checks” my mother used as a way of getting first dibs on the free mountain of treats. It was a good trick—and it’s a little more subtle (and less tear-inducing) than doing Jimmy Kimmel’s “I ate all your Halloween candy” prank on my kid.

As a mother of a three-year-old, this will be my second time taking my child out on Halloween night, and as the big day approaches, I thought I’d take inventory of how certain things have changed for me as an adult during this time of year.

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Kids will be kids, I guess. After all, tummy aches and getting sick were definitely not something I cared about as a little kid. I couldn’t think that far ahead. Why would I? Perhaps that is what it comes down to. As we get older, we start to live less in the now and focus/ worry more about what potential outcomes will be. It becomes more difficult to enjoy the moment when you know that you or they (or sometimes both) are going to pay the price for it later on.

But, that being said, I am going to try and compromise a little to make sure my son has the same amazing Halloween memories I have. Yes, he will have to take it easy on his candy consumption.

Yes, he will have to dress appropriately for the weather. We are going to discuss road safety beforehand so he knows to watch out for cars and not run out into the street. (And yes, I will be “checking” his candy to make sure that everything is safe for him to eat.)

Halloween is truly a spectacular time of year. And regardless of how our lens on it changes as we get older and become parents ourselves, it’s still a fantastic opportunity to dress up, have fun and get a little spooky.

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Checking out the decorations For example, when it comes to the candy, I definitely take care to slow my boy down as he goes in for “one more piece” (for the sixth time). And while I don’t mind allowing my son to indulge a little once a year, like this, I’m very much aware of what it’s going to do to his little tummy if he eats too much.

Dealing with a toddler’s tummy ache is not fun at all—for anyone involved.

Then there’s the argument over wearing a coat. Last Halloween I was given a harsh reminder of just how much of a fight I used to put up if I was told to wear my coat over my costume. As a kid, that was just mean. I wanted to show off my costume; I didn’t want it covered up. And I still somewhat understand that point of view. However, as I watched my little guy walk door-to-door in the near minus-20 weather, last year, I couldn’t help but stress over how I could cover him up more and more to keep him warm. And, to be fair, we did prepare him, right down to the long underwear, but I knew he was going to get sick otherwise and, sure enough, he did.

Not that he cared. He’d have gone again with the cold if it meant he’d get to have the fun he’d had on Halloween night.

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After all, most of us probably have fantastic memories of Halloween, as children. Getting dressed up in costumes, walking the neighbourhood with our buddies and trick-or-treating until it was too cold to continue or houses were beginning to turn their lights out. It was always tough to go to bed that night (even harder to get up for school the next morning), but I have a feeling that sugar had a little something to do with that.

I can still remember my sister and I bringing in our bags of loot and dumping them out on the dining-room table after a successful trick-or-treating run. And I recall the rule we had to follow about our mom needing to check the candy over, first, before we could have anything. She had to make

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BRANDON ISAAK IS BACK AT IT AGAIN Juno-nominated artist Brandon Isaak is riding high on his newest album, One Step Closer

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heard what we were doing, she really fell in love with the whole concept.”

Isaak finds he often writes about the same kinds of topics– things that make him tick. Often, the topics are vast, and Isaak says he likes the idea of finding “the silver lining in dark clouds.” Putting positive spins on difficulties in life is something he finds helps him and can hopefully help those his music reaches as well.

“Love and all that comes with it is always in the forefront, but things like spiritualism and everyday life are always in the mix,” he said. “This new album has three spiritual songs on it and that is more than I normally have on my records.”

The 1930s New Orleans direction of the new record sets it apart from Isaak’s previous releases.

“I can’t say it’s my best record to date but many have told me they think it is,” he admitted.

For Isaak, writing songs and practising guitar every day for hours is not a chore or somePHOTO: Christian Kuntz thing he needs to Whitehorse-born blues songster Brandon Isaak released his newest album One Step Closer, in September. find motivation to do; rather, it’s an intrinsic need and Brandon Isaak now lives on Vancouver Island, but the Yukon will always be his home

t’s been a while since we caught up with Brandon Isaak.

Far from idling since our last conversation, the Whitehorseborn blues songster has been hard at work writing, recording and promoting his newest album, One Step Closer, the follow-up to 2021’s Modern Primitive, all the while still touring and performing, and even buying a house on Vancouver Island.

“It was such a treat to make this new album, and a real learning experience,” Isaak told What’s Up Yukon. “I have played in New Orleans many times and wanted to pull some of that vibe from the French Quarter into my new record.”

Calling upon some friends on the island who are well-versed in NOLA-style music, Isaak was able to create One Step Closer completely from the comfort of his new home, in which he’d built a music studio.

“I was blessed to have these older veteran musicians bless our crib with their amazing grasp on Dixie and old 1930s Jazz,” Isaak continued. “It’s always such a treat to see how these veteran musicians approach this music.

I was floored with the wealth of knowledge and the skill these gentlemen played with. We’re blessed to have some of the best musicians in the country living here on the island. I went with old-school recording techniques like using just a couple ribbon microphones with vintage preamps and compressors. Just picking up the drums from afar really added to the feel and sound of the old records I love.”

One Step Closer also proved to be a lesson in trusting the process, as Isaak explained.

“My wife thought I was nuts when I told her the tuba, clarinet and washboard player were on their way over, but after she

Cover art what he lives for. Creating music clears his head and helps keep his emotions in check. Beyond music, Isaak also engages in painting, sculpting and African dance routines.

“I feel like I’m the most blessed man on Earth [in] being able to make art for a living and spreading positive, good vibes to the people,” he explained. “I think if you spend your whole life making art in any form, that’s a life well lived and you’re making the world a better place.”

Since Isaak’s wife and agent Cindy Mae took the reins, Isaak has seen great progress in his growth as a musician and performer, especially from a business perspective. He’s stopped playing in venues like pubs, restaurants and bars for free, and has been able to secure more paying gigs for invested audiences.

“Don’t get me wrong, I cut my teeth playing these kinds of gigs, and it’s important for young musicians to do these types of shows

to learn their craft and hone their chops,” he said. “That being said, I’m playing a quarter as much now but making real money doing what I love. So we’ll keep moving in this direction.

We’re playing more festivals and slowly but surely getting our music out there more and more.

“It’s all about the journey, and Cindy Mae and I love to travel together and are enjoying the ride.

We’ve taken a break from playing overseas and are focussing on our home country of Canada right now.

There is too much going on right here and we are working hard at breaking new ground every day.”

While Isaak says he’s his own worst critic and nothing ever seems good enough for him, he’s ultimately proud of how One Step Closer turned out and is grateful for the praise it’s receiving.

“I’m getting a lot of great response for my new song “What’s This World Coming To,” he said.

“It deals with some of the problems of the world today like gun violence, lying politicians and residential schools.”

Though he lives on Vancouver Island, now, the yukon remains dear to Isaak’s heart, and he will never forget his roots.

“The Yukon will always be home, and I’m still thrilled to come back home and play for my hometown people.”

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Sonja Seeber

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ANOTHER TRAPPING SEASON IS HERE Snow came late this year. It was October 5 by the time we saw white on the ground outside the cabin. We received 17 centimetres of snow, but four days later the rain washed it all away. So, we all received the wake-up call that winter will be coming to the Yukon this year as well. That means we’ll have to bring our camp in order: clean and cover the sawmill, put tools back in their places and pump water before the ice starts growing out from shore. I’m thinking of winter gear: Do my winter boots need repair? And what about my new snowmobiling jacket? (It’s too big, so out comes the sewing machine.) Traps will have to

Planning for the next winter season We start planning while still on the line, in April. I do the inventory of all the foods leftover, punch it all into a new column in the existing Excel sheet, and voilà! … we see exactly what we had in September, what is left in April and what we consumed inbetween. Right away, a new shopping list will be written. Then, once we drive to Whitehorse, the first time we’re back in civilization, we already start buying dry foods, spare parts, bolts and nails. Then in the summer months we boat up and mill the logs we hauled into camp during the win-

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Grizzly approaching the scratch tree Changing of the seasons After a busy and short summer with gardening, hiking, fishing and vacationing, I don’t mind scaling back a bit and taking it easier.

As sad as it is to see the leaves

gliding to the ground, I enjoy the vista when being able to look far into the bush. We have tamarack trees in our valley and I just found out that these conifer trees shed their needle-shaped leaves and

are therefore called “deciduous conifer trees.”

My favourite thing to do in the fall is berry picking. The only ones that did well, though, were the juniper and highbush cranberries; and the few blueberries we had, the mallards ate (it was a lot of fun watching them comb through

Common snipe family in the summer Fall colours along the Liard: yellow tamarack leaves be looked at, as well as marten boxes. After that, Old Man Winter is welcome, since trapping season starts November 1 and it would help a lot if the side channels and creeks will be frozen over by then, with 50 centimetres of snow cover. That’s the perfect scenario—but oftentimes we’ll get snow but no cold temperatures, or it’s the other way around.

ter. This year, we built us a sauna.

Man, we should have had a sauna 20 years ago! Paul heats it up two hours before going in. Then we do a 20-minute sweat with a 20-minute break, three times. This is a dry sauna, as we already have a shower corner inside the cabin.

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Mondays Judo For Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Morning Strength and Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy Functional fitness training to be stronger and injuryresistant. All levels are welcome. Train ‘functionally’ with NSA Co-owner Jeremy McCulloch. https://northernstrength.ca/ Move & Meditate - Slow Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Avalanche Athletics Immerse yourself in a tranquil journey of movement and mindfulness with our Moving Meditation - Slow Vinyasa Yoga. http://amitieyoga.ca Babynastics with Coach Stephanie 9:30 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

Call 668-5538 for more info.

Tai Chi for Seniors & Thursdays 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

Pilates level 2 10:40 AM Whitehorse United Church Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement! Register online. http://cuts2. com/jiacg Noon Strength and Conditioning 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Functional strength class teaches compound multijoint lifts that improve athleticism, strength, coordination, power and more. https:// northernstrength.ca/ Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Kids Muay Thai 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts KIDS MUAY THAI a dynamic and engaging martial art that can be traced to the middle of the 18th century. Open to ages 8 - 12.

Zumba with Bonita 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves.

Register online Women’s Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Move & Meditate - Slow Vinyasa Yoga

6:45 PM Avalanche Athletics Immerse yourself in a tranquil journey of movement and mindfulness with our Moving Meditation - Slow Vinyasa Yoga. http://amitieyoga.ca Spirit Bear Karate 7:30 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http:// spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM Rest & Restore-Meditative Yin 8:30 PM Avalanche Athletics Suitable for all levels, offering variations and props to support individual needs. Bringing a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended.

Tuesdays Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Séances de yoga 8:00 AM Yoga with Barbara until Oct 24 10:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Use side door All Levels Yoga. Email bfraingower@gmail.com Babynastics with Coach Naomi 10:15 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 AM Yoga-Yoga Nidra 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio Awaken and then release as we delve into a one hour yoga class that will prepare us to melt into the 30 minute Yoga Nidra experience. Register online.

Strength for the Endurance Athlete 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.

Lunchtime Fitness Classes 12:15 PM Northern Strength Academy Tuesdays classes are more resistance and strength focused and Thursday classes more HIIT cardio. Drop in & passes are available.

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Strength & Conditioning 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Exercise to suit your fitness level and Strength & Conditioning Goals. Learn to Squat, Deadlift, Bench Press, Row and Olympic Lift https:// northernstrength.ca/ Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Learn to Fence 6:00 PM Grey Mountain Primary School This class introduces the fundamentals of fencing to kids who have never tried fencing. All classes are at Grey Mountain Primary.

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Spirit Bear Kobudo (Weapons) Karate 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http://spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Intermediate 7:30 PM Grey Mountain Primary School This class picks up from where Learn to Fence ends. In this class students are taught fencing technique, strategy, and fitness.

Salsa and Bachata – Beginner and Intermediate Classes 7:30 PM Heart of Riverdale Community Centre A fun and person-centered class, including switching

partners will be encouraged to promote communication & further learning open to couples or singles. Email salsayukon@ gmail.com to register and for info No-Gi Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM Wednesdays Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

Zumba with Bonita 10:00 AM 7th Ray Studio Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.

Register online.

Ladies Kickboxing 12:05 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

Line Dancing - Beginner 1:00 PM Experienced 2:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

For further information call or text 867-3334566.

Line Dancing - Beginner 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. For more info call/text 333-4566. https://www.goldenageyukon.com/blank-6 Line Dancing - Experienced 2:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. For more info call/text 3334566. https://www.goldenageyukon.com/ blank-6 NSA Spin Classes 4:15 PM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Spirit Bear Karate 6:25 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http:// spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Stretch & Stabilize - Functional Conditioning 8:15 PM Avalanche Athletics Purposeful movement with our Functional Conditioning non-yoga movement class.

Stretch & Stabilize - Functional Conditioning http://amitieyoga.ca Thursdays Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

Lunchtime Fitness Classes 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Tuesdays classes are more resistance and strength focused and Thursday classes more HIIT cardio. Drop in & passes are available. https://bit.ly/3oiTBVz Strength for the Endurance Athlete 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels

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ACTIVE AND WELLNESS EVENTS ... ... cont’d Noon Hatha Yoga until Dec 7 12:00 PM Grace Space Relax, energize and leave with more mental and physical space and capacity! Register online. http://cuts2.com/ gmGhI No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Babynastics with Coach Ewan 1:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Adult Beginner 7:00 PM Grey Mountain Primary School If you are looking to learn fencing as an adult. In this class students are taught fencing technique, strategy, and fitness.

Fridays Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM NSA Spin Classes 6:30 AM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided.

Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yoga-classes Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight & Mondays Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - teen classes Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

Saturdays Flow & Fly – Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Avalanche Athletics A dynamic and invigorating practice is designed to awaken your inner strength and leave you feeling revitalized and empowered. All levels, Bring yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended. http:// amitieyoga.ca Saturday Morning Strength and Conditioning 10:15 AM Northern Strength Academy Full-body movements to improve functional strength. Suitable for all levels and aligns with NSA’s strength programming. https://northernstrength.ca/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yoga-classes No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Open Mat Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Sundays Circus Sundays 10:00 AM Avalanche Athletics We will have equipment for people to try out, including stilts, juggling stuff, aerial silks, aerial hoop, static trapeze, spinny things, balance things…

NSA Spin Classes 10:00 AM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs & Fridays & Saturdays 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yogaclasses

WELLNESS LISTINGS Elder and Counselor available Emotional and Spiritual support, free to Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirited in Yukon, Northern BC: Phone, video appointments or in person. Call Toll Free 866 667 6162 or visit www.yawc.ca for info.

Wed Oct 25 Where Does My Money Go? 5:30 PM Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre A free workshop on managing a tight budget. Gain skills in effective money

management to achieve your personal goals. To register call 667-2693 ext 1. https://vfwomenscentre.com/events Sat Oct 28 Sound Journey 7:00 PM 7th Ray Studio Sound healing can help you clear energetic blockages and thus facilitate healing on a physical and mental level.

Register online. http://cuts2.com/jJzGN Fri Nov 03 Loss in the Workplace workshop 8:30 AM Association francoyukonnaise (AFY) A proactive approach to grief and loss enables a workplace to support employees during difficult times maintaining workplace productivity. https:// whatsupyukon.events/loss-grief-833304 Fri Nov 17 Relational Integrity Foundational 3:00 PM Grace Space Appreciate and cultivate love in your life Learn theoretically and experientially from various resources and approaches. Register online. http://cuts2.com/dqbRx Fri Nov 17 Relational Integrity 7:00 PM Grace Space Learn a language to express yourself and better understand others, become better attuned with others, become aware of your boundaries, your personal power and how you respond to other’s power. Register online. https://www.gracespaceyukon. com/service-page/relational-integrityfoundational?referral=service_list_widget Date Wed Nov 22 Living with Loss 6:30 PM Online Free workshop to help you support yourself and others in times of grief. Learn the natural cycle of grief & practical tools for self-care. https://hospiceyukon.net/ en/2022/04/05/livingwithloss/ Monthly 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month The Prenatal Lunch Network 12:00 PM NVD Place (Old Canadian Tire Building) A free prenatal lunch network. Each week will feature a different activity. Call 332-5054 or 332-6476 for more info.

1st and 3rd Wednesday QYS Peer Support Nights 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache We want to provide a space where parents and guardians of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth can find connection and support from their peers.

2nd Wednesday and last Friday Blood Collection and Lab Work 9:00 AM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Blood Work and Lab Collection Clinic! We will provide regular clinics for blood collection & lab requisitions 1st Thursday of every month Men’s Gathering 5:00 PM A safe place for men to connect with each other and learn traditional teachings. For more info contact Rob at 332-5708 or Rob.McLean@kdfn.net Every other Tuesday Sharing Circle 12:00 PM Old Justice Building KDFN Every other Tuesday for recovery focused sharing circles. Connect, share challenges and gains, and access support and wisdom.

Snacks and refreshments served. https:// whatsupyukon.events/4en Mondays Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Life Ahead (O, A) 7:00 PM 509 Hanson St. Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-3635766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

New Beginnings Group (O, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall) AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Tuesdays Indoor Grief Walking Group 10:30 AM S.S. Klondike National Historic Site Hospice Yukon grief walking group. Get outside and connect with others who are grieving.

Moving and breathing deeper can help shift emotions. https://hospiceyukon.net/ en/2023/09/08/grief-walking-group-indoor/ Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

Healthy Babies Healthy Futures 12:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support. Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connecting with other families. https://whatsupyukon.events/8kd AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House ARKA Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Porcupine Squad 6:30 PM Whitehorse A confidential, structured space that empowers men to transform themselves into self-aware, self-disciplined, empowered and trustworthy leaders. Email mjvernon@ gmail.com for more info. http://www.

arkabrotherhood.com AA UglyDuckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

Ugly Ducklings Group (O,A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-363-5766, call 778-9072701 for more info.

TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 8:00 PM 100 25 Firth Rd Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight? Join us! Every Wednesday morning. Call or text 867-3341725 for more details Wednesdays TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 8:00 AM Closeleigh Manor Common Room Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight?

Call or text 867-334-1725 for more details Community Kitchen 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, low-barrier, program for women identifying individuals and children.

Call 667-2693 for more info AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Al-Anon 12:00 PM Sport Yukon Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Inclusion Yukon Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:30 PM Overeaters Anonymous For more information contact oayukon@gmail.com for more information No Puffin Big Book Study (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall) Porter Creek Step Meeting (C) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory Thursdays Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

Healthy Babies Healthy Futures 12:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support. Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connecting with other families. https://whatsupyukon.events/8kd AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Connect to Culture - Drop-In 1:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre FREE! Drop-In, Open to ALL! Weekly cultural activities from beading to sewing, healing camp trips, elder visits and more. For more info call 667-2093 or email info@vfwomenscentre.com https:// vfwomenscentre.com/events Polar Group (O, A) 7:30 PM 311 Elliott St. & 4th Ave. Held in person or on zoom, Zoom ID 251-363-5766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

Fridays AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Yukon Unity Group (O) 1:30 PM Online Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 call 778-907-2971 for more info.

Community Kitchen 4:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, low-barrier, program for women identifying individuals and children.

Call 667-2693 for more info.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Yukon Employees Union Al-Anon 7:00 PM Trinity Lutherin Church Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Whitehorse Group (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Saturdays Detox Meeting (O, A) 1:00 PM 609 Steele St.1:00 PM Yukon Unity Group (O) 1:00 PM Online Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 call 778-907-2971 for more info.

Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Sundays Detox Meeting (O, A)1:00 PM 609 Steele St. Yukon Unity Group 1:00 PM Online By zoom – Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 For more info call 778-907-2971 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Inclusion Yukon Hospital Meeting (O, A) 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

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ART SHOWS Until Nov 18 Yukon Prize 2023 Exhibit YAC Yukon Arts Centre showcases six Yukon artists selected for the prize. Mediums range from Indigenous beadwork and fashion to soundscapes, drawing, painting, graphic novels and photography.

Until Nov 18 Unmined Territory YAC Yukon Arts Centre This collaboration of The Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition & GBP Creative provides a unique opportunity to connect with often-unexplored stories of the Yukon.

Until Dec 5 Matri Archs – Contemporary and Traditional Perspectives Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Held in the Nude Nju Ku Gallery Space.

Until Dec 31 Francophone Community Over Time La communauté francophone au fil du temps. AFY Building A journey through the evolution of the Francophone community’s involvement in Yukon society.

Until Spring 2024 Out in the Open – En Plein Art The Jim Smith Building An exhibition celebrating the 2023 acquisitions of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection.

LIVE MUSIC Mondays Live Music Mondays at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill Patrick Jacobson at Whiskey Jack’s every Monday with a weekly “feature performer” for the last set. whiskeyjacks.ca/ Wednesdays Whitewater Wednesday Night Jam 7:00 PM The Local Bar An open mic kinda show and all you have to do is bring in your instrument, find Jack and/or Peggy and we’ll set you up! No need to be shy.

Ginger Jam 7:00 PM Lefty’s Well Live DJs - Thursday Throwdown 9:00 PM The Local Bar. Saturdays

Live Music at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill At Whiskey Jack’s every Saturday. whiskeyjacks.ca/ Mon Oct 23 Patrick Jacobson & Saoirse Carruthers Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill 7:00 PM Patrick Jacobson at Whiskey Jack’s every Monday with a weekly “feature performer” for the last set. https://www.whiskeyjacks.ca/ Tue Oct 24 Great Lake Swimmers YAC Yukon Arts Centre 7:00 PM Toronto based and critically acclaimed indie-folk group led by songwriter/vocalist Tony Dekker with a revolving backing band. Tickets online. http:// cuts2.com/JDtnO Tue Oct 24 Concert de P’tit Belliveau Old Fire Hall 7:30 PM P’tit Belliveau, cet artiste émergent néo-écossais qui vous transportera dans une ambiance à la fois éclectique et singulière.

Fri Oct 27 The Bennett Sun 7:00 PM MacBride Museum An all woman, harmony rich string band with a sound described as tumbleweed pop and city folk. From original songs, lively fiddle tunes to classic and modern folk songs, Tickets online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/7rr Fri Oct 27 Halloween Dance Party 7:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Dance (tango, salsa, merengue, swing, hustle, rock’n roll, or line dancing) in a festive atmosphere, wear out your spookiest costumes! Email percheronaudrey@gmail.com. for more info or to reserve your spot.

Fri Oct 27 There Will Be Blood 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well A spooky fun night of burlesque, comedy, drag and haunting cabaret by local performers, hosted by Maddy Warbucks.

Tickets at the door. https://whatsupyukon. events/eac404 Fri Oct 27 Vibes - Halloween Edition 9:00 PM The Local Bar Start your Halloween weekend off right with dance vibes for everyone, local DJ’s, dress up, dance and have some frightening fun!

Sat Oct 28 Ed Mclean & Patrick Jacobson 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill https://www.

whiskeyjacks.ca/ Sat Oct 28 Good Lovelies - We Will Never Be the Same Tour 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Canada’s most accomplished and harmonious trios, an immersive emotional experience crafted by three seasoned songwriters who bring their own real-life stories Sat Oct 28 Haunted Circus - Major Funk Paris Pick & the Pricks - Damien Alblas 8:00 PM The Local Bar 3 great local bands, dance, come dressed up, and have a freaky funky good time! Cover Charge at the door. https:// whatsupyukon.events/6hxin all their dynamism and messy complexity to the fore. Tickets online. www.yukontickets.com Mon Oct 30 Patrick Jacobson With Susie Ross 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill Patrick Jacobson at Whiskey Jack’s every Monday with a weekly “feature performer” for the last set. https://www.whiskeyjacks.ca/ Thu Nov 02 Jazz in the Hall features Andrea McColeman 7:00 PM Old Fire Hall Jazz in the Hall with Andrea McColeman. ‘ learn, listen and jam’ Open jazz jam for vocal and instrumental players. Jazzyukon.ca Fri Nov 03 Blue Feather Music Festival 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Nick Gilder & Sweeney Todd, Love & a 38, Gemini Fire & Will Pacaud Band https://www.yukontickets. com/ Fri Nov 03 West Coast Express Tour featuring Mo Moshiri, Sirreal, Rozmo & Kid Lithium 8:00 PM The Local Bar 2 vibrant nights of top shelf, Original Hip-Hop Music, Western Canada’s best performers includes Mo Moshiri, Sirreal, Rozmo & Kid Lithium along with local DJ Sweet Jones, Q The Comandante, Mobb Diggity! Cover Charge at the door. https://whatsupyukon.events/4u2 Sat Nov 04 Blue Feather Music Festival 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Digging Roots, Sarah MacDougall, Bria Rose & the Thorns, Cows Go Moo. Tickets online. https:// www.yukontickets.com/ Sat Nov 04 West Coast Express Tour featuring Mo Moshiri, Sirreal, Rozmo & Kid Lithium 8:00 PM The Local Bar2 vibrant

nights of top shelf, Original Hip-Hop Music, Western Canada’s best performers includes Mo Moshiri, Sirreal, Rozmo & Kid Lithium along with local DJ Sweet Jones, Q The Comandante, Mobb Diggity! Cover Charge at the door. https://whatsupyukon.events/4u2 Sat Nov 04 Coffeehouse featuring Relative Harmony & The Open Stage 7:30 PM Whitehorse United ChurchAn all ages fundraising event featuring local emerging and established musicians -Relative Harmony is an acoustic trio comprised of Rick Avery, Judy Greenhill, and Katie Avery. Have a coffee and a treat and listen to some great music! https:// whatsupyukon.events/57a Fri Nov 10 DJ Surgeon 9:00 PM The Local Bar DJ Surgeon from Whistler BC joined by other local DJ’s RedEye, AlpenFlow, PurpleTeeth, Mega Krahn. Cover charge at the door.

Sun Nov 12 Jazz on the Wing with David Restivo Quartet 7:30 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre David Restivo. 3-time winner National Jazz Pianist of the Year Award. Arancina nominated for 2022 Juno for group Jazz Album of the Year. jazzyukon.ca Tue Nov 14 The Barra MacNeils - An East Coast Christmas 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre A musical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season. Tickets online. www. yukontickets.com GENERAL EVENT Monthly 2nd & 4th Mondays Service Officer 7:00 AM Royal Canadian Legion Whitehorse An invite to all Veterans, Police and First responders for the service hour at the Legion, socialise and find out what is going on. https://bit. ly/3Lm40ZG First Thursdays QYS Charmed Stitches 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Fiber crafts night. Bring your knitting, crochet, beading, sewing, stitching, etc, to The Cache to sit and stitch with other queer crafters.

Second Thursday QYS Movie Nights 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Last Thursdays Repair Cafe 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and see if it is fixable using soldering irons, multimeters, and other tools. This easy introduction to electronics and small home appliance repair is a useful evening of DIY learning that you can take home.

2nd Thursday Music Trivia 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Come on out and test your music knowledge! Teams of no more than 6 people.

3rd Saturday solstice haiku discussion group 3:00 PM Autumn leaves ablaze - fall portrays - Nature’s fiery phase. A monthly meeting to discuss haiku poetry. https:// kjmunro1560.wordpress.com/ Last Friday Friday Night Karaoke 7:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 The last Friday of the month come practise your high and low notes or just watch! For members or signed in guests. https://bit.ly/3XJbTw4 Every 2nd Friday TGIF Dinner 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Every 2nd Friday, tickets to be bought in person at legion throughout the week leading up to dinner. No tickets at the door day of.

Weekly Mondays Play Pool 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Becoming more limber and agile in your movements through playing billiards is a great benefit.

Play Whist 1:30 PM Golden Age Society Classic English trick-taking card game which was widely played in the 18th and 19th centuries. Although the rules are simple, there is scope for strategic play Mtg: Competitive Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Womens Bible Study 6:00pm Women’s Bible Study. Refreshments are served followed by the study. For more info check out www. mountainview.church or email rachel@ mountainview.church.

Euchre - For Members and Signed in Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Euchre a trick-taking card game for four players, two on each team, As a member you

Tuesdays Café de l’amitié 2:00 PM Association francoyukonnaise (AFY) Le Café de l’amitié est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire et une occasion de rassemblement pour les francophones de 50 ans et plus.

Language Skills for Ukrainians 5:15 PM Yukon Learn A discussion group workshop provides a relaxed and friendly environment where learners can practise and learn English conversation skills.

Weekly Shuffleboard Tournament 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For members and signed in guests. A double knockout style competition and games are limited to 6 ends or 15 minutes Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess? Want to learn?

Looking for Competition? Join us!

SuperSmash Bros, Mtg: Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles 10 Card Crib - Members & Signed In Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Whether you are a seasoned crib player or a beginner, come play! Learn tips and tricks and have some fun! https://bit.ly/3KP0B5s Wednesdays Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Casual, no lessons, just conversations. Wednesdays noon, info Louise call 687-7238 or Michele 867-333-6081.

Texas Hold’ Em 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For signed in members and guests. Bragging rights!

Spanish Conversation 12:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Call 333-6081 for more info.

Anglican Holy Communion – Whitehorse 12:10 PM Christ the Church Cathedral The Book of Common Prayer, 2nd Wednesday of the month Mtg: Modern, Warhammer Age of Sigmar 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Thursdays Public Speaking Training - Toastmasters 12:00 PM Northwestel Building Guests are always welcome. There are many roles to learn at Toastmasters. Practice 2 minute table topics Anglican Thursday at the Cathedral 12:10 PM Christ the Church Cathedral Bring a lunch (Book of Alternative Services) QYS Drop-in 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society & The Cache Mtg: casual Commander, Warhammer 40k & Kill Team 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Mountainview Church Community Group 7:00 PM 16 years or older? Mountainview Church Community Group! We’ll share some snacks and talk about what the bible has to say about discipleship.

Fridays Yukon Amateur Radio Association Coffee Discussion Group 8:45 AM A&W Restaurant Hams from outside the Yukon and those interested are welcome to join us in this casual event.

Coffee & Chat 11:00 AM Golden Age Society Coffee and chat is a way to connect with your community, develop friendships, and have fun.

Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Cribbage is an easy game to learn but hard to master. For more info call 668-5538.

Cribbage - Members and Signed in Guests 2:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Masks are mandatory. Members must have a valid 2021 membership and they may sign in 2 guests MAX. Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Find out what role playing games are all about! Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are always welcome.

Mtg: Pioneer, YuGiOh Casual 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Saturdays Pokemon, Mtg: Youth Magic, Lorcana 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Sundays Mountainview Church Sunday Service 9:30 AM Church In The Building 9:30 AM, 11AM or Church At Home 7 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM Mountainviewwhitehorse.ca/Watch Clothing Room 10:00 AM Whitehorse Church

October 25, 2023 of the Nazarene Free of charge to anyone and everyone Whitehorse United Church Worship Service 10:30 AM a caring community of faith, based on a foundation of Biblical teaching and spiritual truth Secondhand Clothing Bizarre 2:00 PM Whitehorse Seventh-Day Adventist Church Clean clothes needed and donations accepted if in good condition. Please call before dropping clothes off and for more info 6333463.

Sunday Gatherings 3:00 PM The Northern Collective Church Mon Oct 23 YWITT - Costume Making & Repair Drop-In Yukonstruct Makespace 6:00 PM Drop Into our woodshop and get your spooky outfit ready by sewing, hot gluing or using some of our other equipment! Beginners welcome, no membership is required! https:// whatsupyukon.events/2dz Tue Oct 24 testament et succession Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) 6:00 PM Venez participer en personne ou en ligne à une séance d’information sur le testament et la succession en compagnie de l’avocate Tue Oct 24 ARKA Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Info Session Whitehorse 7:00 PM Propel your life forward, build friendships, and practice showing up better in life? Come meet the men of Porcupine Squad and learn how a weekly men’s circle can transform your life.

Register online. http://whatsupyukon.events/ arka Wed Oct 25 Where Does My Money Go? 5:30 PM Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre A free workshop on managing a tight budget.

Gain skills in effective money management to achieve your personal goals. To register call 667-2693 ext 1. https://vfwomenscentre.com/ events Wed Oct 25 Drinking with Scissors October Craft Party! 7:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Craft some spooky crafts and brews. Craft kits will be available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis. Cover charge at the door.

Wed Oct 25 The Craft 9:30 PM Yukon Theatre A newcomer to a Catholic prep high school falls in with a trio of outcast teenage girls who practise witchcraft. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/ schedule/the-craft Fri Oct 27 Making Meetings Matter Course - Yukon University 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus https://www.yukonu.ca/ programs/courses/lead-022 Fri Oct 27 Hallowe’en Monster Costumes!

5:30 PM Raven Recycling Make Halloween costumes based on materials that Raven is rich in! Fun workshop for kid-grownup teams.

A workshop with Nicole Bauberger https:// whatsupyukon.events/5573e9 Fri Oct 27 Carmen - Free Screening 6:00 PM Yukon Theatre Free screening! Writer/ director Valerie Buhagiar in attendance for a post-screening Q&A! https://yukonfilmsociety. com/schedule/carmen Fri Oct 27 Halloween Haunted Walk - Jump Scares! 6:30 PM Robert Service Campground A spooky walk through Robert Service Campground, family friendly event. Admission by donation, proceeds support the BGC Yukon. Will run despite weather - rain, snow, shine, cold temps, dress appropriately. https:// whatsupyukon.events/qpc Fri Oct 27 The Thing in the Wings - A Haunting at Guild Hall 7:00 PM The Guild Hall Come out to Whitehorse’s scariest haunted house - entry by donation. We’re looking for volunteers! Email Brandon at guildhall@northwestel.net https:// whatsupyukon.events/9o5 Fri Oct 27 Escape Nightmare Alley - A Haunted House 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre Two terrifying shows, be ready to expect jump scares, long dark hallways and spooky visuals. All children

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Fri Oct 27 Vibes - Halloween Edition 9:00 PM The Local Bar Start your Halloween weekend off right with dance vibes for everyone, local DJ’s, dress up, dance and have some frightening fun!

Fri Oct 27 The Thing 9:30 PM Yukon Theatre A tense sci-fi thriller rife with compelling tension and some remarkable make-up effects. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ the-thing Sat Oct 28 Annual Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale 10:00 AM Yukon Inn Yukon and First Nations crafts, antiques, various home based businesses, and the legendary Legion Ladies Bake Table!

Sat Oct 28 Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles Sale 10:00 AM Hellaby Hall Browse items from vinyl records, books, toys, tins, collectibles of every sort, some furniture, bottles, jewellery, linens, plus unique one of a kind items.

Sat Oct 28 Film Directing Workshop with Valerie Buhagiar 10:00 AM Yukonstruct Makespace In this 2 day course, film director Valerie Buhagiar will guide participants through the role of the Director, script interpretation and story visualisation. Register online. http:// cuts2.com/AAhpm Sat Oct 28 Pop-Up Tarot and Astrology Readings 12:00 PM Lumel Studios & Lumel Glass One day only, during the full moon and full lunar eclipse! Sign up for 15 min, insightful, fun, practical, accurate Tarot and Astrology readings. https://www. bowandarrowtarotandastrology.com/ Sat Oct 28 Halloween Spooktacular!

12:00 PM Mt Sima Halloween Spooktacular: Discover Snow School’s winter offerings with a touch of Halloween magic at Mount Sima Ski Hill.

Sat Oct 28 Riverdale Baptist Church Trunk or Treat Riverdale Baptist Church 1:00 PM Sat Oct 28 Christmas Card Class 1:00 PM Whitehorse A fun and creative afternoon, making three unique cards for the upcoming holiday season. For more info or to register email karen.mackon@gmail.com. https:// whatsupyukon.events/q7t Sat Oct 28 Tim Burton’s The Corpse Bride Yukon Theatre 2:00 PM When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ tim-burtons-the-corpse-bride Sat Oct 28 Escape Nightmare Alley - A Haunted House 6:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre Two terrifying shows, be ready to expect jump scares, long dark hallways and spooky visuals. All children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. https://whatsupyukon.events/fh7 Sat Oct 28 Halloween Haunted Walk - Jump Scares! 6:30 PM Robert Service Campground A spooky walk through Robert Service Campground, family friendly event. Admission by donation, proceeds support the BGC Yukon. Will run despite weather - rain, snow, shine, cold temps, dress appropriately. https:// whatsupyukon.events/qpc Sat Oct 28 The Thing in the Wings - A Haunting at Guild Hall 7:00 PM The Guild Hall Come out to Whitehorse’s scariest haunted house - entry by donation. We’re looking for volunteers! Email Brandon at guildhall@northwestel.net https:// whatsupyukon.events/9o5 Sat Oct 28 Community Barn Dance 7:30 PM Church of the Northern Apostles A variety

of contra, square and ceilidh dances. Come with comfortable, clean footwear and loose layers of clothing. Tickets online or email judy.m.greenhill53@gmail.com for more info. https://whatsupyukon.events/u7x Sat Oct 28 The Rocky Horror Picture Show 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre An interactive screening! 19+ This is a licensed event. A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.

Welcome props: toilet paper, newspaper, rice/ confetti, small water guns, flashlight/glow stick, cards, rubber gloves, noisemakers, toast with nothing on it, party hat. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ Sun Oct 29 Wild Trick or Treat 10:30 AM Yukon Wildlife Preserve Celebrate Halloween with all the animals, take part in a Wildly Ticky Scavenger Hunt, Candy Corn Trick or Treat Guessing Game. Special feedings, costume contests, bonfire, and spooky story time! https://whatsupyukon.events/ymy Sun Oct 29 Ghostbusters (1984) 4:00 PM Yukon Theatre After the members of a team of scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray) lose their cushy positions at a university in New York City, they decide to become “ghostbusters” Tickets online or in person at the box office. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ghostbusters1984iety.com/schedule/tim-burtons-thecorpse-bride Sun Oct 29 The Rocky Horror Picture Show Yukon Theatre 8:30 PM An interactive screening! 19+ This is a licensed event.

Welcome props: toilet paper, newspaper, rice/ confetti, small water guns, flashlight/glow stick, cards, rubber gloves, noisemakers, toast with nothing on it, party hat.

Mon Oct 30 Ghostbusters (1984) 6:00 PM Yukon Theatre After the members of a team of scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray) lose their cushy positions at a university in New York City, they decide to become “ghostbusters” Tickets online or in person at the box office. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ghostbusters1984iety.com/schedule/tim-burtons-thecorpse-bride Mon Oct 30 Are You Scarily Smart? 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 A night of Trivia games, goodies and even prizes. Bring your electronic devices that Connect to the web. A portion of the event goes to the Poppy Fund. https://whatsupyukon.events/ymf Mon Oct 30 Stop Making Sense 8:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time! Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ stop-making-sense_2023_1 Tue Oct 31 ABCs of Supervising Others Yukon University 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus https://www.yukonu.ca/ programs/courses/supr-ce14 Tue Oct 31 Stop Making Sense 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre Directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time! Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ stop-making-sense_2023_1 Wed Nov 01 Watercolour Adventure 5:30 PM Arts Underground An adventure in exploring the media of watercolour techniques, resist and imaging. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/qz3 Wed Nov 1 Stop Making Sense 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre Directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time! Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ stop-making-sense_2023_1 Thu Nov 02 Yukoner Appreciation Week - Kick-off Breakfast! 7:00 AM MacBride

Museum A sponsored breakfast, delicious catering from Kits Kitchen and to be fun for the whole family with a kids corner and door prizes of curated gift baskets from local businesses. https://whatsupyukon.events/xe7 Thu Nov 02 Maker Meetups - Community Build Night 5:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Spend a night building a paint booth and eating pizza with other awesome Yukonstruct members. https://whatsupyukon.events/tp6 Fri Nov 03 Business Showcase – Yukoner Appreciation Week 12:00 PM Mt Sima Business Showcase: Explore upcoming winter plans, pass pick-up, and localvenues at Mount Sima Ski Hill for Yukoner Appreciation Week Fri Nov 03 Drum Bag Sewing Workshop 5:30 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Create a drum bag with Doug Smarch.

Materials provided in workshop. Call for more info 336-2787, Register online. https://www. northernculture.org/ Sat Nov 04 Screenwriting Workshop with Daniel Janke 10:00 AM Yukonstruct Makespace 2 day intensive course, Daniel will help participants develop screenwriting skills for fiction and documentary film. For more info email yfs@yukonfilmsociety.com. Register online. http://cuts2.com/DkpQn Sat Nov 04 Hand Built Containers - Boxes, Bottles, and Jars 1:00 PM Arts Underground Learn the basic steps of making three different types of ceramic containers - ceramic box, bottle and lidded jar. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/vaz KIDS & FAMILIES Monthly 1st & 3rd Saturdays Grades 5 - 7 Junior Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church Passionate about giving kids opportunities to have fun & make new friends, while teaching them about Jesus & His great love for our world https://mountainview.church/connect/ youth 2nd and 4th Saturdays Grade 8 - 12 High School Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church A positive place for your teen to hang out on the weekend. Take part in games and activities, learn about the Bible, and deepen faith. https://mountainview.church/connect/ youth Weekly Mondays Drop-In 9:00 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Gym Open to all ages – Children, youth, and teens must be accompanied by an adult.

Babynastics with Coach Stephanie 9:30 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5.

Tuesdays Babynastics with Coach Naomi 10:15 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5.

Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Join us for stories, songs & rhymes! A free drop-in program for children ages 0-5 and caregivers at Whitehorse Public Library Thursdays Babynastics with Coach Ewan 1:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5.

Saturdays Drop-In 3:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club enjoy the gym as a giant indoor play space. A great place to practise skills or just play and explore! Open gym is for members only Thu Oct 26 Healthy Babies Healthy Futures 12:00 Pm Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support. Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connect with other families.

Fri Oct 27 Halloween Monster Costumes!

5:30 PM Raven Recycling Make Halloween costumes based on materials that Raven is rich in! Fun workshop for kid-grownup teams.

A workshop with Nicole Bauberger https:// whatsupyukon.events/dmx Fri Oct 27 Halloween Haunted Walk - Low Scare/Sensory 5:30 PM Robert Service Campground A spooky walk through Robert Service Campground, family friendly event.

Admission by donation, proceeds support the BGC Yukon. Will run despite weather - rain, snow, shine, cold temps, dress appropriately. https://whatsupyukon.events/qpc Sat Oct 28 Riverdale Baptist Church Trunk or Treat 1:00 PM Riverdale Baptist Church Sat Oct 28 Tim Burton’s The Corpse Bride 2:00 PM Yukon Theatre When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ tim-burtons-the-corpse-bride Sat Oct 28 Halloween Haunted Walk - Low Scare/Sensory 5:30 PM Robert Service Campground A spooky walk through Robert Service Campground, family friendly event.

Admission by donation, proceeds support the BGC Yukon. Will run despite weather - rain, snow, shine, cold temps, dress appropriately. https://whatsupyukon.events/qpc Sun Oct 29 Wild Trick or Treat 10:30 AM Yukon Wildlife Preserve Celebrate Halloween with all the animals, take part in a Wildly Ticky Scavenger Hunt, Candy Corn Trick or Treat Guessing Game. Special feedings, costume contests, bonfire, and spooky story time! https://whatsupyukon.events/ymy MEETINGS Monthly First Monday Klondike Snowmobile Association Board Meeting 7:00 PM Sport Yukon https://ksa.yk.ca/coming-events/ Thursdays Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition Monthly Meeting 5:00 PM ZOOM Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition for regular meeting.

Everyone is welcome. Call Kathy 334-9317 or info@yapc.ca for a zoom link or join us in person. https://yapc.ca/actions/detail/yapcsmonthly-meetings Thu Oct 26 Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival AGM 7:00 PM NorthLight Innovation In person and via Zoom for those that need.

For link or further info, email president@ yukonbluegrass.com https://rb.gy/h3n1z Wed Oct 25 Friends of Mount Sima Society AGM 6:00 PM Mt Sima Friends of Mount Sima Society AGM: Discover the organisation’s activities and future plans at Mt. Sima. Join us!

Wed Oct 25 Where Does My Money Go? 5:30 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre A free workshop on managing a tight budget.

Gain skills in effective money management to achieve your personal goals. To register, call 667-2693 ext 1. https://vfwomenscentre.com/ events Fri Oct 27 Yukon Theatre for Young People AGM 7:00 PM Canada Games Centre Yukon Come and learn about our activities this year! Interested in becoming a YTYP Board Member? Send an email to info@ytyp.ca for more info. https://whatsupyukon.events/omf ONLINE EVENTS Fridays AA Yukon Unity Group 1:30 PM Online For Zoom Room address Contact 334-7693 Saturdays AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 3347693.

Tuesdays Restorative Online Healing Circles 7:30 PM Online Check-in, Q&A, connect and feel the results. No experience necessary. Register online, or call 335-0078 or email alison@alisonzeidler.com for more info.

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Another trapping season is here ... cont’d from page 13 berries around, this grizzly, captured by a wildlife camera on October 1, doesn’t look too fat yet and I’m wondering when he’ll be off to hibernate. I’m guessing not before the beginning of December. So, stay vigilant, people.

Once there is a layer of snow on the ground, I can go look for mouse trails: many mice usually means a good marten year.

When seeing marten tracks, one can discern by the size if it’s a female or a male. Females are quite a bit smaller. We saw two of last-year’s male moose, the other day, munching on willows. I hope they’ll stay together so that they have a better chance against the wolves. The muskrat is still able to swim the side channel and eat its herbs and grasses on shore. Eventually, the rain comes down, the clouds change their shapes, and their colors range from light grey to light black. Glad to be able to feed the wood stove another piece of firewood.

Migrating birds When boating up the river in the summer, we enjoy seeing Canada geese, common mergansers, belted kingfishers and some kind of sandpipers breeding along it. At camp, the dark-eyed juncos rear their young on maggots (to be found under the tree bark from when we mill the logs). A family of

Preparing apples for future baking

A flock of cranes gracing the blue sky

common snipes hung around, but they’re very shy. If they’re staying put, you won’t see them until you nearly step on them. Once the weather changes, in October, we start seeing sandhill cranes flying over. On October 19, about a total of five big flocks of them flew over (we love their eerie calling). Tundra swans show up during the night, mostly, and stay until they’re rested well enough and have eaten their fill. For the first time this year, we’ve watched, for a day, a flock of Pacific loons. Surf scoter, lesser scaup and Barrow’s goldeneye are the other ones not minding being wet from below and above. The American robin, var-

ied thrushes, the brown-headed cowbird and Bohemian waxwings all head south; eventually the juncos, too. The birds that stay are pine grosbeaks, crossbills and sometimes common redpolls. Of course, there are chickadees and woodpeckers. As for the bats, we built them a real bat house, but it’s obviously not in a spot they treasure. They’d rather get stuck between the poly and boards of the old outhouse! And yes, they leave when we get the first few colder nights.

getting cracks and getting mealy.

What to do? I took about four kilos and prepared them for future baking, putting the bags of apple slices in the freezer. The carrots didn’t even do well in a box, covered in sand, so back out of the dark cellar they came and got canned. Onions and potatoes are doing okay, but never ever try to haul pears into the bush! Alas, nearly daily I am found in the cellar, checking on the produce.

Have a safe and quiet fall and winter, and enjoy some apple pies!

Food We always purchase Gala apples, but this year they started

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