What's up Yukon, November 29, 2023

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’m sure I wouldn’t have believed you if, years ago, you had told me how much I would hurt during the aging process. As it turns out, you would have been correct.

Necessity being the mother of invention, I have come up with a few gadgets/changes that help a great deal with fingers that don’t work well and with constant back pain, bending, reaching and picking up and carrying anything that is not a lightweight item. These gadgets/changes, along with an attiPHOTO: Larry Leigh tude change, haven’t A selection of helpful gadgets for assisting in picking up items around the house or shop made life easy but have certainly made life much easier than barrow with or without a plywood net, duct-taped to a foot or so of it used to be. stiff wire (such as a coat hanger) (flat) cover.

The initial change was the A big problem is bending over is handy for small items in tight toughest, as I had to accept that to pick something up on the floor. spaces—or for screws or nails on my body just could no longer do Canadian Tire and the medical the workbench. things like I used to do them. I supply stores sell what is called Another retrieval creation is a had to make the tasks simpler, ask a “Reacher,” a variable-length, hockey-stick handle or a thicker for help (or just not do them). I trigger-operated grabber (with dowel with a backward-facing realized that the challenge of “jaws”) that has a hook and mag- hook (towards you) at the end. simplifying things appealed to net, as well, at the business end. The hook can grasp the edge of a me, so that’s the path I followed. These work high (on a shelf) or storage box or a handle, from the I re-discovered the wheel and put low (on the floor). floor or on a higher shelf. An excasters on every floor-level conAgain, pickups from the floor posed screw on the far end of the tainer in the garage, including the can be a single screw (or 100 dowel/stick will facilitate hanging workbench, freezer and firewood screws), nails, staples, etc. and an item with a top handle (such rack. I then put short rope pull will all respond to a magnet on as a bird feeder or a storage concords on the heavy ones. Every the end of a dowel or a hockey tainer). moveable furniture piece at the stick. Magnets can be purchased I suggest that anything that you cabin is on casters, including the at hardware stores or retrieved use, as above, has a wrist loop of wood-box and the kitchen table. from discarded speakers at the cord or a light rope at the handle Descending ramps extend from dump or at garage sales. A some- end, to avoid losing your grip both shed doors, and the gener- what-larger magnet is a better and dropping it. I am continually ator is on a wheeled dolly. I do not choice if a set of vice-grips or a amazed at how much discomfort lift and carry jerry cans, water hammer might be the item to (read pain) these simple gizmos jugs or firewood; I use a wheel- be picked up. Even a small mag- can alleviate from your life! ■

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Chris Colbourne What’s Up Yukon Editor

Chris Colbourne is the editor at What’s Up Yukon and back in the territory after a 15-year hiatus. He has worked as both a photojournalist and print journalist for the past 20 years, had video work commissioned in Southeast Asia, worked for two National Geographic photographers, is an Eddie Adams Barnstorm alumni and was a staff photographer at the St. Albert Gazette for 10 years.

THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY

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t was a beautiful day to hunt for grouse—spruce grouse to be precise.

Me and my friend Konstantine had aligned our schedules to see if we could get a late season hunt in before the grouse were off limits (the season runs Sept.

1–Nov. 30). We met in the late morning, loaded our gear into his trusty Toyota truck and headed out to find some small game.

Now as far as hunters go, I am a total newbie; and he, an experienced hunter. The first indication of this was when it came to outdoor gear. Konstantine’s outfit consisted of sturdy hiking boots (there was only about 2 cm of snow—and that was out in the boonies!).

I, however, had large, thoroughly insulated and sweat-inducing winter boots (it was only -7 Celsius). Atop his incredibly practical boots were a smart pair of waterproof gaiters, where I wore snowboarding pants, complete with suspenders. At least they didn’t make the classic swishing sound you all remember from the old days of snow pants that we wore in public school (and were mocked incessantly for!). In addition, he wore comfortable long johns and jeans and a warm jacket, with gloves and a hat. I wore a woefully inadequate (yet highly fashionable) jacket and vest combo that let the cold seep in (insert facepalming emoji here). At least I had good gloves and toque and even a neck gaiter that helped to keep

falling snow out of my jacket.

Even our choice of firearm was the polar opposite. He, with his venerable shotgun; and me, with a .22 rim-fire. Apparently, I like to suffer for my work (trust me, people, you have not seen me shoot).

But the most profound difference (at least to me) was the moment he pulled forth a mesh hunting bag in which to place the harvested birds. A bag! I sheepishly looked down at the sad excuses for pockets in my not-madefor-winter-hunting jacket and muttered a curse or two under my breath. You live. You learn.

So off we went. Not even trudging!

The trail was easy to follow, and every 50 metres or so we would veer off the path, either left or right, and do a small loop among the trees, scanning high and low for our quarry. On the second foray into the woods, we had just walked about 30 feet before we heard the telltale flutter and then saw a spruce grouse hightail it from a lofty tree branch, over our heads, and into the trees on the opposite side of the trail.

Off we went, again scanning the lower branches, secretly hoping we had encountered a grouse that had a low IQ. No such luck.

With Konstantine stalking and me watching the trees, the wily bird had been watching us closely and, when it felt the hunters were a little too close for comfort, bolted deeper into the forest. Onward we go. Now, for experienced hunters, tracking game and keeping your

On the Cover Spruce grouse has long been a staple food for people in the Yukon and can be harvested by hunters between Sept. 1 to November 31.

PHOTO: Cathie Archbould

What’s Inside Challenging The Aches And Pains Of Aging ............................ 2 The One That Got Away ........... 3 Didee Didoo ................................ 4 Seasonal Recipes ....................... 8 Gather ........................................... 9

PHOTO: Chris Colbourne

Konstantine scans the surrounding trees for an elusive spruce grouse bearings comes from, well, experience! Like walking and chewing bubble gum, right? For me, it was more of an exercise in crisis management as I tried to keep an eye on Konstantine (so I knew his location) and scan the trees to see if and when the grouse popped out— and also sneaking quick glances over my shoulder in a vain attempt to align myself with the trail.

One last flutter and the sound of beating wings and the grouse launched itself from cover and beelined for some exceptionally dense brush. At that point, the two hunters looked at one another and agreed to go back to the trail.

The following conversation amounted to an agreement that this particular grouse was one of the smart ones (good for him) and not one of the dumb ones (bad for us). I guess all the dumb ones got bagged already. On the bright side, the smart grouse could go on to make more smart grouse and

thus be more challenging to hunt— albeit, that would actually be bad for me! Remember you have not seen me shoot ...

Grouse 1. Hunters 0.

After a few more attempts at finding a grouse, we decided to call it a day and go drink beer somewhere instead. As far as hunting experiences go, it was pretty good in my book. Just having the opportunity to go walk on the land and be outside (and somewhat comfortable), in midNovember, was amazing in itself.

Getting an opportunity to have a friend teach me about hunting and seeing those best practices put into action was also something I am grateful for and will now be able to build upon going forward.

I am excited to get out on the land once more and pit myself against a worthy adversary—which in this case is a spruce grouse. A very smart spruce grouse, mind you! ■

The Trapper’s Life: The Chatterbox Of The Boreal Forest .................... 10 A Living Legacy ........................18

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HIGHLIGHTS Klondike Institute of Art and Culture Dawson City, YT

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The Family Literacy Centre at the Canada Games Centre has been permanently closed. Join us until December 15 at the Pioneer Hotel at Shipyards Park

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Sat Dec 2 Christmas Craft Fair Atlin Recreation Centre 11:00 AM Beat the holiday rush and get started shopping for your loved ones. Lots of local crafts, art, baking, and much more. To book a table call, Lynn 250-651-7663 Yukon Communities: Wednesdays AA 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 First Friday of the month Mother Goose Group 11:00 AM Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre Learn stories, songs, and rhymes, lunch provided. Suitable for babies and children 5 and under. Please bring along a water bottle and blanket to sit on. To register, call 332-2389. https:// whatsupyukon.events/jwf CARMACKS First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month Carmacks Regular Council Meeting 7:00 PM Carmacks Municipal Building DAWSON CITY ART SHOWS 1st Saturday of every month Coffee House & Open Mic Night Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) 7:00 PM family-friendly open mic night at KIAC. Admission by donation with all funds raised donated to a different community group each month.

Monthly Every 2nd Wednesday Night Trivia 8:00 PM The Drunken Goat

Weekly Mondays Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:30-9pm 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.

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Wednesdays QYS Drop-in 1:00 PM DCMF Office 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.

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Fitness Fun for Seniors 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Volleyball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Cente 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 Sundays Open Court Basketball 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre HAINES Alaska Fri Dec 01 Christmas at the Haines Sheldon Museum 5:00 PM Haines Sheldon Museum Fri Dec 01 Backcountry Film Festival 6:00 PM Harriet Hall. Winter Wildlands Alliance’s Backcountry Film Festival Sat Dec 02 Holiday Market 10:00 AM High School Gym Wed Dec 06 Haines Avlalanche Center ‘Meat’ And Greet 5:30 PM Haines Senior Center ‘Meat’ and Greet dinner of Brisket, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans & Roasted Vegetables HAINES JUNCTION 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] Mondays Fun with Food 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Learn new skills, share recipes and take food home!

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Tuesdays Romp & Run 11:30 AM Bill Brewster Arena Drop in. Programming is for kids 4 and under and their parents/caregivers.

Tea & Bannock – Haines Junction 1:00 PM https://bit.ly/3qpWDs1 BGC Game Night 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Play, have fun, build skills and challenge your friends Wednesdays Seniors and Elders Refreshments and Games 2:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Residence Girls Club 3:20 PM St. Elias Community School Held in the art room, open to Girls and identifying as Girls from Grade 8 to 12.

AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 3:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre BGC Rec in the Gym 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Art Journaling Group 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Bring your own creative supplies that you like to use. This can be scraps of paper, magazines, glue, paint, pen, markers, stamps, ink etc. and a book or journal to create Thursdays Romp & Run 11:30 AM Bill Brewster Arena Drop in. Programming is for kids 4 and under and their parents/caregivers.

Seniors Activities 2:00 PM St. Elias Community Centre Floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group.

Haines Junction Thrift Shop 2:00 PM St. St. Christopher’s Thrift Shop is a great place to pick up items. Prices are low and numerous adult items are available for $2, and most items for children are $1.

Adult Volleyball 7:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym Fridays Stories and STEM Activities 10:00 AM Haines Junction Library AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:30 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Saturdays AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Sundays Anglican Church Service St. Christopher’s Church 10:30 AM Anglican Church Service at St. Christophers Anglican Church in Haines Junction https://anglican.yukon.net/ services.html AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Thu Nov 30 CAFN 2023 Career Fair St. Elias Convention Centre 10:00 AM CAFN has invited numerous businesses, organizations and government departments to attend. Snacks and a light lunch provided.

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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.

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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 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 Active Fun Fitness Class - Drop In 6:30 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Improve your balance, flexibility, strength and endurance in this indoor class led by Colleen Ennis. Drop in, admission by donation.

Suitable for mature youth & adults. https:// whatsupyukon.events/fhm Thursdays Run Club 6:00 PM Mount Lorne 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.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS ... ... cont’d 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 Fri Dec 01 - Sun Dec 31 Skagway Holidays in Lights! 5:00 AM Skagway Visitor Information Centre Skagway Holidays in Lights! Winter Light & Decorating Contest -Sponsored by Royal Caribbean Group Enter online.

Fri Dec 01 - Sun Dec 24 Holiday Book Photos 5:00 AM Skagway Public Library Grab your favorite book & get your photo taken by our tree. Celebrate the magic of reading & the magic of the season!

Fri Dec 01 Public Safety Facility Open House 3:30 PM Skagway Visitor Information Centre The firefighters will be cooking dinner for you and the police will be providing veggie, meat cheese & cracker platters as well as desserts!

Fri Dec 01 Yuletide Tree Lighting: Drinks, snacks & holiday photo booth 5:00 PM Skagway Visitor Information Centre Warm up before, during, and after the Yuletide Tree lighting! We will be providing hot drinks and snacks, and a holiday-themed photo booth.

Fri Dec 01 Yuletide Tree Lighting 5:30 PM Skagway Visitor Information Centre Warm up before, during, and after the Yuletide Tree lighting! We will be providing hot drinks and snacks, and a holiday-themed photo booth.

Sat Dec 02 Yuletide Makers Market 11:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Find handcrafted jewelry, paintings, organic and wild harvested products, plants, candles, soap, Made in Skagway members and more.

Sat Dec 02 Yuletide Wine Tasting 6:00 PM Happy Endings Saloon Yuletide Wine Tasting – Happy Endings Saloon. 401 State Street Fundraiser for Skagway High School Class of 2024.

Sun Dec 03 Tiny House or Lighted Votive Clay Workshops 3:00 PM Donna Griffard Studio 2-part class. First session is hand building with clay to form tiny houses or a votive. 2nd is painting your creations with colorful glazes Wed Dec 06 Christmas Concert & Sing Along 6:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Inviting all musicians to share through music, the peace, love, joy & hope associated with Jesus’ Birth. Or just listen & sing.

Thu Dec 07 Holiday Movie Night at the Park 6:00 PM Skagway Visitor Information Centre Join us for a holiday movie night!

Movie will be screened in the park’s Visitor Center theater. Free admission, no tickets required Fri Dec 08 Santa Meet & Greet 5:30 PM White Pass & Yukon Route Train Depot White Pass invites you to bring your families to meet Santa and take holiday photos before the Santa Train on Saturday.

Fri Dec 08 Adult Holiday Painting with Billi 6:00 PM Skagway Brewing Company Join Billi for a holiday painting party! $30 includes all supplies.

Sat Dec 09 White Pass & Yukon Route Annual Santa Train 10:00 AM White Pass & Yukon Route Train Depot Greet Santa as the train brings him to the depot.

Photo opportunities available. Dress warm and bring a blanket for the trip.

Sat Dec 09 Santa Rail Sale Artisan Market 12:00 PM AB Hall Stop by the AB Hall after the Santa Train for holiday shopping. Featuring local artists & makers!

Sat Dec 09 Live Music with Juan Solo 12:30 PM Skagway Brewing Company Continue the Santa Train spirit with live music by JuanSolo spreading his festive holiday cheer!

Sat Dec 09 Yuletide Ball 6:00 PM Happy Endings Saloon Yuletide Ball – Happy Endings Saloon. 401 State Street $10 admission. Fundraiser for Skagway High School Class of 2024.

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 Saturdays Parent & Tots 12:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Sundays Ball Hockey 7:00 PM Khàtìnas.àxh Community School 12+ Drop in

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.

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WATSON LAKE Daily Northern Lights Space & Science Centre Shows 11:00 AM The spectacular dancing Northern Lights are showcased, a video that is broadcast in the NLC’s domed 100-seat theatre daily throughout the summer season. Plays daily on the hour starting at 11:00 AM Second Saturday of the month Watson Lake Direct Aid 2:00 PM Northern Lights Centre

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SEASONAL RECIPES

Sydney Keddy

Sydney [Oland] Keddy is a recipe developer who lives in Whitehorse. Her work can be found in The Boston Globe, Seriouseats.com, as well as in other publications.

BACON-WRAPPED MEATBALLS

WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA AND BROWN SUGAR

PHOTOS: Sydney Keddy

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henever we’re lucky enough to have game in the freezer, there’s always a good amount of ground, which is fantastic and versatile but can be a bit of a slog to get through if you harvest a large animal. These meatballs will work with pretty much any ground but will be especially good with all the different types of game we have in the Yukon.

Makes 8 large meatballs.

INGREDIENTS ❑ 1 pack ground meat (caribou, moose, bison or beef—all delicious) ❑ 4 tsp smoked paprika, divided

Bacon

Ground meat with spices

Wrap those meatballs

Place the wrapped meatballs in a pan

❑ 4 tsp brown sugar, divided ❑ 3 tsp salt ❑ 8 strips thick-cut bacon

METHOD: 1. Set the oven at 400 F. Mix the ground with 3 teaspoons smoked paprika, 3 teaspoons brown sugar, and the salt and mix to combine. Divide meat into 8 equal portions, then wrap each one with bacon.

2. Place each bacon-wrapped meatball side by side in an oven-proof dish. Then mix together remaining sugar and paprika and sprinkle on top.

Roast for 25 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked.

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Miche Genest

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Miche Genest is a Whitehorse-based chef and writer. She is also somewhat of a gardener. Michele has also written two books: The Boreal Feast: A Culinary Journey Through The North and The Boreal Gourmet: Adventures In Northern Cooking.

SAUTÉED RUFFED GROUSE BREASTS IN MADEIRA AND CRANBERRY SAUCE

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e met Roger Kempanien in a youth hostel on the outskirts of Gällivare, an iron-mining town in northern Sweden. My husband and I were on a food tour of Sweden, Norway and Finland, gathering recipes for my second cookbook, The Boreal Feast. Roger walked towards us down the corridor, a strong middle-aged man of medium build with a kind, open face, carrying two bowls of steaming dog food.

Roger is a hunter, and like every Swedish hunter, he has hunting dogs whom he loves and expects much of.

He and his dogs were in Gällivare to take part in a competition: the dogs had to do clever things in a difficult, simulated hunt, and they had to do them elegantly and well.

One of Roger’s dogs was a young female who was very smart but tended to lose the plot at crucial moments. The next day would be her test. Roger hoped she would flush a fjällripa on the mountain.

Sweden’s fjällripa is our rock ptarmigan, or Lagopus muta, found in the subarctic and Arctic tundra, nesting on stones. Until I went to Sweden, my culinary experience of the grouse family, to which the ptarmigan belongs, was limited to the spruce grouse (ptarmigan had not come my way).

Roger’s young female dog didn’t do so well in the competition; she might have had a chance, but it snowed on the fjäll (mountain) and then it got foggy, so the day ended early. That night, Roger and the other hunters told stories over a couple of whiskies at the youth hostel, and by the way, the young hunters listened to Roger (we could tell he was someone they admired). At the end of the night, Roger invited us to visit him in his hometown of Luleå on the Baltic Sea. Perhaps he would cook us a fjäll-ripa.

We found his house in a quiet suburb of Luleå, a couple of weeks later. Roger and his partner Birgitta welcomed us into a home

lit with candles and decorated in the simple, pretty way that Scandinavians are so good at. We stood at the kitchen counter and ate flatbread, melted Västerbottensost and cloudberry preserves, while Roger prepared the main course: breast of fjäll-ripa, cut into pieces and sautéed in butter, with chanterelles and bacon, then braised in a stock made with ptarmigan bones and finished with cream. We had lingonberry sauce to accompany, and Birgitta made potato cakes with Västerbottensost to go with the fjäll-ripa. We dined by the light of many candles and ended the evening with a singalong of ’70s songs.

In the fall of 2013, a year after we met Roger, Cathie Archbould

Grouse with rub SAUTEED RUFFED GROUSE BREASTS IN MADEIRA AND CRANBERRY SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

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his dish is prepared about 30 minutes before serving, but you soak the cranberries in Madeira for a few hours beforehand.

Rub makings came home with two ruffed grouse and invited me up to her place to cook it for us and our partners.

This was my third culinary experience with the grouse family. After dinner, we did not sing ’70s songs, but we did sing the praises of the ruffed grouse, whose meat is mild in flavour, light in colour and cooks up quickly.

The Boreal Feast, published in 2014, is now out of print and I am thumbing through it and remembering good times and good friends, both here and abroad.

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. (If you were not blessed with ruffed grouse this hunting season, try it with local chicken breasts, but you’ll need to cook them a little longer.) As always, many thanks to the hunters.

Serves 4. ■

METHODS • Two to three hours before you intend to serve, soak cranberries in Madeira.

• Make the stock: sauté the grouse bones and vegetables in 1 tablespoon butter in a small, heavy ucepan until vegetables are beginning to brown.

• Add the turkey or chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer covered for 1 hour.

Strain the liquid, measure and return to heat until reduced to one cup (250 mL). Set aside.

• Grind Labrador tea leaves, spruce tips and black peppercorns in a mortar and pestle.

Drench breasts in seasonings and let sit at room temper-

• 1 cup Madeira

• 1/2 tsp black peppercorns

• 1/2 cup low-bush cranberries

• 2 Tbsp butter, divided

• 2 ruffed grouse breasts, split and boned (reserve bones for stock)

• 2 cups chicken or turkey stock

• 1 Tbsp dried spruce tips* • 1 tsp Labrador tea leaves*

ature for 30 minutes.

• Pour Madeira and cranberries through a strainer. Set liquid and berries aside in separate bowls. Reserve 1 tablespoon cranberries for garnish.

• Thirty minutes before serving, melt remaining butter over medium heat in a cast-iron frying pan. When butter is sizzling, add grouse breasts and sauté for 3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and let sit on a plate, uncovered, while you make the sauce.

The meat will continue to cook as it rests.

• Still over medium heat, deglaze the pan with half the Madeira, scraping up any browned bits. Add the remain-

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ing Madeira, the turkey stock and the cranberries (minus the reserved tablespoon) and cook until reduced to a light syrup, enough to hold its shape but not thickened like cranberry sauce. If you do somehow cook the sauce too long, remove it from the heat and beat in a couple of tablespoons of cold butter.

• Carve each breast into four thick slices. Pour a pool of sauce on each of four dinner plates and arrange the slices in a fan on top. Sprinkle with a few cranberries and serve at once on heated plates. Bring any remaining sauce to the table (there won’t be much).

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THE TRAPPER’S LIFE

Sonja Seeber Sonja Seeber and her husband Paul are Yukon trappers who live in the Pelly Mountains and have developed a lifelong passion for the trapping lifestyle in the North.

THE CHATTERBOX OF THE BOREAL FOREST

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nvision this … you’re trying to walk quietly through the bush; maybe you’re hunting grouse …

Next thing you hear is a squirrel, challenging you not to come any closer.

This column is about the red squirrel, also known as Tamiasciurus hudsonicus. They inhabit the boreal forest from the Atlantic to the Pacific, ranging north to the treeline and south into the mountains of the eastern and western United States. If there are lots of whitespruce-tree cones available, there could be up to two or three squirrels per hectare (1 hectare is nearly 2.5 acres). In Au-

Squirrels on forming boards and crafting equipment

Squirrel having a snack gust and September, squirrels harvest the green cones before the seeds start to fall out: they chew the seeds out from the cones

and can harvest up to 16,000 of them in one season. Those voicy mammals, belonging to the rodent family, can cut one spruce cone per second and eat 40 to 50 cones a day in the wintertime.

Sometimes they make small stockpiles, scattered about in their territory, but most often they stash all of their cones in one central depot called a midden. Middens are the bits and bracts from the cones they have already eaten. Squirrels also eat buds, flowers, mushrooms (I’m sure you’ve seen a mushroom stuck at eye level in the branch of a tree!), aspen buds, lichens and berries.

They also won’t say no to meat, therefore going after birds’ eggs and young birds, as well. Insect larvae and wasps are also welcome. Their predators are bigger birds such as hawks, harriers and kestrels, as well as lynx, coyotes, wolves, ermine, marten and fisher.

In B.C., squirrels might have two to three litters a year; in the Yukon, just one. A squirrel, therefore, only mates one day in the year, usually between late March and mid-May. A month later, she’ll give birth to three or four young.

In another four weeks, the young

Squirrels ready to be tanned

Squirrel tracks in the snow are covered in fine fur and their eyes are open. They’ll remain with their mother until August. If they aren’t able to find a new territory before winter sets in, or if there is a poor cone year, then they’ll try to make it through the winter by eating buds, sap, the inner bark of spruce trees, mushrooms and rotting cones. An adult squirrel weighs about 280 grams.

When it gets really cold, they will burrow in their middens and increase their metabolic rate by three to four times, in order to burn enough energy to stay warm.

PHOTOS: Sonja Seeber You can hear squirrels chattering throughout all of the seasons. In springtime, intruders and potential mates are being chased and we see that as a high-speed tag. When you approach their territory, they will let you know.

You’ll hear their “chuck-chuck” and see the body jerks and tail flicks. If you get too close, they’ll aggressively start stamping their feet, their body quivering as they make a ruckus. Squirrels scold you while they go up and down the trees, barking and muttering.

They will defend their patch of forest to the utmost.

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Remembrance Day 2023

THANK YOU from the Whitehorse Legion

The Whitehorse Legion would like to convey its appreciation to those who made the 2023 Remembrance Day Ceremony happen.

A special thanks to: • The volunteers, sponsors and organizations participating in the parade • The Midnight Sun Pipe Band • The members of the Colour Party, whose participants came from different

organizations • Air North for the continued support of the Whitehorse Legion • Yukon Remembers for all the hard work they have done • The City of Whitehorse for providing the CGC to host the event

It is the support of the community that makes Remembrance Day possible.

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In the meantime, get outside and see if you can find a squirrel’s “dinner plate” (a.k.a. stump) with chewed-up cones on top of it.

Squirrels are good eating (make a casserole!). Their fur is used as a trim or for a coat lining, and can even be made into light garments.

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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.

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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 Insanity Live! Get Fit For Winter – 6 Week Winter Series 5:30 AM Riverdale Subdivision – Whitehorse Incinerate fat and calories in 50 minutes with the ultimate cardio-conditioning program that is tailored to ALL fitness levels. Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/b7o 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.

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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 Whitehorse Archery Takhini Elementary 6:30 PM Whitehorse Archery is a non-profit club for the recreational shooter, hunters, and those who just want to work on their skills. https://www.whitehorsearchery.com/ schedule 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. Morning Strength and Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy https://northernstrength.ca/ 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.

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 Insanity Live! Get Fit For Winter – 6 Week Winter Series 5:30 AM Riverdale

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ACTIVE AND WELLNESS EVENTS ... ... cont’d Subdivision – Whitehorse Incinerate fat and calories in 50 minutes with the ultimate cardio-conditioning program that is tailored to ALL fitness levels. Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/b7o 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 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/yogaclasses 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/yogaclasses No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Open Mat Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

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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 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 Nov 29 Grief Yoga 5:15 PM Hospice Yukon We often hold grief in our bodies as tension, pain, and other somatic symptoms .Nurture your tender heart through this yoga practice.

Mon Dec 3 Kids Create free memory crafts 7:30 PM Venue shared upon registration Healing a Loss through Creativity. Free workshop to make memory crafts. Listen to storiesExplore what helps when you’re missing your loved one. https://whatsupyukon.events/kidscreate-e4 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 AA Life Ahead (O, A) 7:00 PM 509 Hanson St. Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-363-5766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

AA 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 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 Women’s Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support.

Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connect 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 AA 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 Women’s Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support.

Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connect 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 AA 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 Lutheran Church Al-Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

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

AA Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Sundays AA Detox Meeting (O, A)1:00 PM 609 Steele St. AA 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 AAHospital Meeting (O, A) 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

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Knoxx - Nate Vincent & Snaxx 8:30 PM The Local Bar Start December off with the warmest, funkiest vibes imaginable! Fort Knox Five and local DJs Nate Vincent and Snaxx are VERY stoked to start the evening off right!

Fri Dec 1 & Sat Dec 2 Whitehorse Community Choir - Christmas Through Want to be on this page? Time YAC Yukon Arts Centre 7:30 PM Enter your event HERE: Traditional and current Christmas and Winter songs presented by our 4 choirs and special guests. A Whitehorse tradition for over 30 years. Tickets online or at the box office. www.yukontickets.com Sat Dec 09 Two Piano Tornado Christmas Concert 7:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum Two Piano Tornado = Annie and Grant will be playing songs from the new Christmas album “Ring Them Bells” plus a lot more fun!!

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Local Bar Dance the night away with It’s Easy. It’s Fast. It’s Free! Whitehorse’s newest all-star classic rock cover band, hear rock anthems by artists ART SHOWS LIVE MUSIC such as Tom Petty, AC/DC, The Rolling Until Nov 25 An Ocean Roaming Stones, and many more.

Monthly Through the Forest by Omar Reyna 1st Saturday Folk Society Coffeehouse Arts Underground An exploration of 6:00 PM Whitehorse United Church GENERAL EVENT turbulence as a physical phenomenon All ages featuring local emerging and Monthly and as a metaphor to refer to complex established musicians. Bring cash to buy situations in our daily existence through 2nd & 4th Mondays Service Officer 7:00 coffee, tea, and tasty treats! photographs and mixed-media pieces.

AM Royal Canadian Legion Whitehorse https://www.artsunderground.ca/ An invite to all Veterans, Police and First exhibition-archive/the-power-of-smallMondays responders for the service hour at the acts-of-resistance Legion, socialise and find out what is Live Music Mondays at Whiskey Jacks going on. https://bit.ly/3Lm40ZG Until Nov 25 The Power of Small Acts 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill of Resistance by The Victoria Faulkner Patrick Jacobson at Whiskey Jack’s every 2nd & 4th Sundays Grade 8 – 12 Women’s Centre & Les EssentiElles Monday with a weekly “feature performer” High School Youth Group 6:00 PM Arts Underground a collective of artists for the last set.

Mountainview Church A positive place for explores what it means to “resist”. your teen to hang out on the weekend. whiskeyjacks.ca/ Perhaps rest, joy, and community are Take part in games and activities, learn Wednesdays resistance, perhaps protest, conversation, about the Bible, and deepen faith. https:// Whitewater Wednesday Night Jam 7:00 and artmaking are resistance, perhaps mountainview.church/connect/youth PM The Local Bar An open mic kinda though, identity and consciousness Monthly show and all you have to do is bring in can be resistance. https://www.

2nd & 4th Wednesdays Whitehorse your instrument, fi nd Jack and/or Peggy artsunderground.ca/exhibition-archive/ Photography Club - Meetup 7:00 PM and we’ll set you up!

No need to be shy. the-power-of-small-acts-of-resistance Yukon University - Whitehorse Campus Bluegrass Jam 7:00 PM Whitehorse Until Dec 5 Matri Archs – Contemporary Held in Rm A2204. Discuss photography, Legion Branch 254 and Traditional Perspectives Kwanlin share your work, learn new tips and Ginger Jam 7:00 PM Lefty’s Well Dun Cultural Centre Held in the Nude Nju tricks. http://whitehorsephotoclub.ca/ Live DJs - Thursday Throwdown 9:00 Ku Gallery Space.

First Thursdays QYS Charmed Stitches PM The Local Bar. Until Dec 23 h’ARTwarming – Seasonal 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Saturdays Treasures by YAAW YAAW – Yukon Fiber crafts night. Bring your knitting, Artist At Work A group exhibit featuring Live Music at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM crochet, beading, sewing, stitching, etc, affordable pieces by many of our member Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill At Whiskey to The Cache to sit and stitch with other artists. https://yaaw.com/events/currentJack’s every Saturday. whiskeyjacks.ca/ queer crafters. shows/ Second Thursday QYS Movie Nights Until Dec 31 Francophone Community 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Sat Nov 25 Music and Mulled Wine Over Time La communauté Last Thursdays Repair Cafe 6:00 PM 12:00 PM Decora – Cliffside Gardens francophone au fil du temps. AFY Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and & Flowers Musical stylings by Saoirse Building A journey through the evolution see if it is fixable using soldering irons, Carruthers & Ed McLean. Enjoy mulled of the Francophone community’s multimeters, and other tools. This easy wine and special treats and sweet involvement in Yukon society. introduction to electronics and small features for sale at the Cozy Café & home appliance repair is a useful evening Until Spring 2024 Out in the Open – Bakery. of DIY learning that you can take home.

En Plein Art The Jim Smith Building Thu Nov 30 Whitehorse Chamber An exhibition celebrating the 2023 2nd Thursday Music Trivia 7:00 PM Orchestra concert 7:00 PM Whitehorse acquisitions of the Yukon Permanent Art Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Come United Church Collection. on out and test your music knowledge!

Fri Dec 01 Funktabulously with Fort Teams of no more than 6 people.

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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 Women’s 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 Industry Night Lefty’s Well 8:00 PM All are welcome - 20% off everything for our industry family - hot dogs, tunes, games and happy hour all night! https://bit. ly/3L0J3Ce Tuesdays Café de l’amitié 2:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Le Café de l’amitié est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire et une occasion de rassemblement pour les francophones de 50 ans et plus.

QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM 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?

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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.

QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM 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 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: 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.

Tarot Card Readings with Sari Horvath Baked Cafe 9:15 AM Sari uses her wisdom and guidance through tarot cards to help answer your life questions!

Please use email to book appointments treasurebooksyxy@gmail.com 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 6685538.

November 29, 2023 QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM Mtg: Pioneer, YuGiOh Casual 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Saturdays 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. 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 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 633-3463.

Sunday Gatherings 3:00 PM The Northern Collective Church Mon Nov 27 Yukon Film Society Deep Rising 6:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Narrated and executive produced

by Jason Momoa, takes viewers on an epic journey from the ocean’s depths to the future of sustainable energy. Tickets online or in person at the box office.

Mon Nov 27 Hidden Histories Society Yukon Book Launch 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Venturing North, Snapshots of life for Black and Asian Yukoners, 1896 –1975 book launch

by Hidden Histories Society Yukon Mon Nov 27 Yukon Film Society Fallen Leaves (Kuolleet lehdet) 8:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre The story of two lonely people who meet each other by chance in the Helsinki night and try to find the first, only, and ultimate love of their lives. Tickets online or at the box office.

Tue Nov 28 Embroidery Workshop 6:00 PM The Mini Makerspace A beginner embroidery workshop, guided instruction of embroidery basics such as hoop and thread set up, design, and several basic stitching techniques. Email thewildstitch. yt@gmail.com to register.

Tue Nov 28 Berton House Reading: Gord Grisenthwaite 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Berton House Author-inResidence Gord Grisenthwaite will read from his works, Home Waltz, collection of short stories Tale for Late Night Bonfires, and talk about coming to writing a little later in life.

Wed Nov 29 Drinking with Scissors 7:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Cozy up for an evening of crafts and well crafted drinks, make adorable coffee cozies, bear rug coasters and some other fun crafts.

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whatsupyukon.com we walked on Frozen Rivers” 7:00 PM Old Fire Hall Meet author Elisabeth Weigand’s as she launches 4th book in her YukoWild Series, a memoir commemorating the first winter on her remote fly-in trapline in the Yukon.

Thu Nov 30 Restorative Everyday Activism for Tired People 5:00 PM Baked Cafe Join us for an evening of community, support, and short talks by our line up of experts sharing tangible tools to help you build a sustainable practice of resistance and resilience.

Thu Nov 30 The Weir by Conor MacPherson - Play Reading 6:00 PM The Guild Hall At the Guild: The Weir, Conor MacPherson’s ghostly classic of modern Irish theatre! This is a fundraiser for the Guild.

Fri Dec 01 Build Better Teams Course 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus Fri Dec 01 Essential Administrative Professional Course 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus Fri Dec 01 - Thu Dec 21 Spruce Bog Boutique 10:00 AM Old Fire Hall Get your holiday shopping started at the Spruce bog Boutique, browse art, crafts, baking, pottery, jewelry, and much more from local Yukon vendors.

Fri Dec 01 Festival of Trees - 2023 Seniors’ Soiree 5:30 PM Yukon Convention Centre Take in this holiday season with live music, a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and buffet dinner. This event is in support of the Yukon Hospital Foundation.

Fri Dec 01 The Weir by Conor MacPherson - Play Reading 6:00 PM The Guild Hall At the Guild: The Weir, Conor MacPherson’s ghostly classic of modern Irish theatre! This is a fundraiser for the Guild.

Sat Dec 02 Vendor Blender 10:00 AM Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre Small business and craft fair, with local businesses showcased! Get started on your Christmas shopping.

Sat Dec 02 Santa Photos 10:00 AM Decora – Cliffside Gardens & Flowers Bring your family to capture the magic of the season with Santa, and possibly the Grinch! Make some special holiday memories, and get into the holiday spirit!

Sat Dec 02 Polar Plunge 2023 11:30 AM Elks Lodge 306 Take the Plunge for Special Olympics Yukon, the most fun you can have while jumping into cold water! Register online.

Sat Dec 02 In Person Beaded Baby wraps or Moccasins 4:30 PM The Mini Makerspace An absolutely fantastic in-person beading workshop with Sam Fleshman-Carlick from Simply Significants. All materials provided register online.

Sat Dec 02 Barn Dance 7:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum Swing your partner around, and come on down!

Caller Marlon Davis, music by Barn Dance Band & Fiddleheads. Tickets at the door!

Sun Dec 03 Santa Photos 10:00 AM Decora – Cliffside Gardens & Flowers Bring your family to capture the magic of the season with Santa, and possibly the Grinch! Make some special

holiday memories, and get into the holiday spirit!

Sun Dec 03 Make a Christmas Centerpiece 6:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Create your very own 1 of a kind Christmas Centrepiece that will last you for years to come. Materials provided, or provide your own. Register online.

Wed Dec 06 National Dy of Remberance Vigil 12:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Wed Dec 06 Christmas Wood Presents - Workshop 6:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Create your very own set of Christmas Wood Presents, 5 stains to choose from, and tons of ribbon and embellishments to add on. Drinks & Snacks will be available for purchase.

Register online.

Thu Dec 07 - Wed Dec 20 12 Days of Christmas Market 11:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre A local indoor marketplace offering Yukon hand-crafted and grown products from over 100 local vendors. Find unique art and crafts, farm products, photography, books, and much more.

Thu Dec 07 Maker Meetups Community Maintenance Night 5:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Spend a night building a paint booth and eating pizza with other awesome Yukonstruct members.

Thu Dec 07 Trapper Training Workshops - Whitehorse 6:00 PM Boyle Barracs Want to get your trapping license? Complete the mandatory 4 1/2day trapper training first. Trapper Training Workshops in Whitehorse Thu Dec 07 Naughty Nutcracker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Kick off the Holiday season with our steamy Naughty Nutcracker. A VA twist on the season’s favourite. Tickets online.

Fri Dec 08 NLSD - The Nutcracker and the Land of Sweets 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre This heartwarming production features a dedicated and talented cast of local Yukon youth, who will transport you into a world of wonder. Tickets online or at the box office.

Fri Dec 08 Naughty Nutcracker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Kick off the Holiday season with our steamy Naughty Nutcracker. A VA twist on the season’s favourite. Tickets online.

Sat Dec 09 NLSD - The Nutcracker and the Land of Sweets 1:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre This heartwarming production features a dedicated and talented cast of local Yukon youth, who will transport you into a world of wonder.

Tickets online or at the box office.

Sat Dec 09 Winterval Santa Parade & Tree Lighting 5:00 PM Whitehorse Main Street Santa is coming to town, back for the Parade of Lights as part of Whitehorse Winterval! Gather at the Whitepass building for the big tree lighting! Holiday fun for the whole family Sat Dec 09 Naughty Nutcracker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Kick off the Holiday season with our steamy Naughty Nutcracker. A VA twist on the season’s favourite. Tickets online.

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Tickets online or at the box office. Date Sun Dec 10 Spoonie Support Circle 2:30 PM Queer Yukon Society – The Cache A low-key community hangs, engage in peer support in facilitated conversations on topics brought forth by participants, and meet other spoonies! For details and to register islairhysrathlin@gmail.com Date 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 Native Grad Regalia Sewing Program 4:00 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Free accredited program for indigenous high school graduates of 2024. Call 633-4186 or email executiveassistant@ northernculture.org to register.

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.

Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Youth 11-17 are invited to join, no experience necessary.

Native Grad Regalia Sewing Program 4:00 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Free accredited program for indigenous high school graduates of 2024. Call 633-4186 or email executiveassistant@ northernculture.org to register.

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 Sat Dec 2 & 3 Santa Photos Decora & Cliffside Gardens & Flowers 10:00 AM Bring your family to capture the magic of the season with Santa, and possibly the Grinch! Make some special holiday memories, and get into the holiday spirit!

Date Sun Dec 3 Kids Create Free Memory Crafts Venue shared upon registration 1:00 PM Healing a Loss through Creativity. Free workshop to make memory crafts. Listen to stories. Explore what helps when you’re missing your loved one. https://hospiceyukon.net/ en/2023/11/02/kidscreate/ Meetings Monthly First Monday Klondike Snowmobile Association Board Meeting 7:00 PM Sport Yukon https://ksa.yk.ca/comingevents/ Third Thursday ASAY board monthly meeting Sport Yukon 10:00 PM Third Thursday 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/yapcs-monthlymeetings Fri Nov 24 Lunch & Learn - Fund to Support and Grow Your Business Yukonstruct Makespace 12:00 PM Learn about funding amounts, project criteria and best practices for successful Tier III funding applications. https:// whatsupyukon.events/fcq Tue Nov 28 Contagious Mountain Bike Club AGM Winterlong Brewing Co. 6:00 PM An evening of socialising, pizza, beer, and prizes. Learn about how to support and get involved in the club, and about the projects that we do in the mountain bike community. - All CMBC members are welcome! https://whatsupyukon. events/19e839 Tue Nov 28 Athletics Yukon Board Meeting Sport Yukon 7:00 PM Wed Nov 29 Yukon First Nations Hockey Association AGM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre 6:00 PM Where the “tournament” planning starts, if interested in being on the board or volunteering, everyone is welcome! Board Member positions are for a one year term. https:// whatsupyukon.events/kn0 Mon Dec 04 Friends of Yukon Permanent Art Collection AGM 7:00 PM Yukon Visitor Information Centre 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 334-7693.

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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A LIVING LEGACY There’s a new exhibit at Haa Shagóon Hídi. Haa Gaatáa Haa Kusteeyí — Our Trapping Our Way of Life is a multimedia celebration of the trapping heritage of the Southern Lakes Region

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aa Gaatáa Haa Kusteeyí — Our Trapping Our Way of Life, a new exhibit at Haa Shagóon Hídi (an events venue in Carcross on the traditional territory of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation), was originally conceived around three years ago, before being stalled by the pandemic.

In the time spent planning it, the ideas kept coming; and when the exhibit opened in October, it had grown into something much more than its original idea.

ings of Elders sharing stories of their lives, and curated archival photographs.

“There’s an audio loop you can listen to, with four Elders being interviewed and telling stories about living off the land,” said Storey.

“Some of them are pretty funny. The video loop has videos that go from the 1970s, right up until this last year.”

Haa Gaatáa Haa Kusteeyí held its openPHOTO: Loretta Johns ing on Oct. 18, with Stretching Beaver hides in Carcross an afternoon celebration that included furfully,” commented curator Sandra processing demonstrations. The Storey.

The multimedia exhibit includes exhibit runs until Dec. 22 and is artifacts, artwork, photographs, open every day from 8:30 tools, regalia, fur fashion and a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

“We are going to be havpieces from the territory’s permanent art collection, including ing a number of events during the show, like an afternoon tea so Elders, locals and visitors can come look at photographs and hear their stories,” said Storey.

Storey said the reception to the exhibit, so far, has been overwhelmingly positive, with people from all over the

PHOTO: BW Historic Photo Courtesy of Yukon Archives, Their Own Yukon Project collection, 2000/37 #94.

Often, men combined traditional work with wage work in the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. Mr. Frank Slim, a well-known riverboat pilot, never depended solely on boat work. Each winter, he hunted and trapped and taught his children the traditional skills for living. This photo, of Mr. Slim and his two children, was taken in 1925. Source: Mrs. Patsy Henderso territory, as well as visitors, taking everything in, gaining new insights and education, and developing a new appreciation for the history of the North.

“There’s been nothing but positive comments and a real fascination for the tools, the products that were made from the land, and the photographs of our Elders liv-

PHOTO: C/TFN, Daphne Vernier

PHOTO: Winter camp with C/TFN youth

PHOTO: Anna Crawford Gopher Robe belonging to Shirley Lord “I think for this particular community and perhaps other smaller communities in the North, it was really important to put on an exhibition where people saw themselves, saw their own history through their own lense and really owned it and showcased it beauti-

PHOTO: Anna Crawford Eagle-feather snare for squirrels, gophers and small game (Home-tanned caribou-skin toggle.

Snare is made by Mara Johns, who is Mark Wedge’s grandma and Dora’s mom. The snare is placed on a caribou antler stand made by Shirley Lord.) artwork by Annie Smith and Ted Harrison. It also features trapping and sewing tools uncovered on the Yukon icefields, historic record-

PHOTO: C/TFN, Anna Crawford (Trapping Exhibit Preparation 2021): Keith Wolfe and Aidan Joe-Gatensby prepare to stretch beaver skin

ing the way they did seventy, eighty, one hundred and fifty years ago,” said Storey.

Storey, herself, learned a lot, during the curation of the exhibit, from the various Elders who told their stories and from the trappers who lent pieces of fur and traps to display. She hopes spectators will continue to find the exhibit educational but that it will also “inspire curiosity, mindfulness and respect for

the land and its people.”

Storey also notes that anyone who works with fur or hide is welcome to submit work to display at the exhibit’s Christmas show, and she would be delighted to see what is out there and not yet part of the exhibit.

“Haa Shagóon Hídi is a rocking place, and everyone is welcome,” said Storey. “Just know that you’re welcome and we’d love to see you!”

Visit the Carcross/Tagish First Nation Facebook page at facebook.com/CarcrossTagishFirstNation and, to get involved, contact Sandra Storey at sandragracestorey@gmail.com. ■

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DECEMBER 1–24

Sunday, December 3

Sunday, December 10

Sunday, December 17

DAILY

3-5 PM

4:00–5:45 PM

4:00–5:45 PM

First Presbyterian Church. 5th & Main Join us for popcorn, surround sound, and a jumbo screen.

For our first Sunday Movie Matinee, we start with the C.S. Lewis Book that should be first in the Chronicles of Narnia.

2-4 PM

First Presbyterian Church. 5th & Main Join us for popcorn and the story of Bethlehem from the view of the Nativity animals. Voices of Oprah, Zachary Levi, Mariah Carey, Aidy Bryant & Tracy Morgan bring laughs in this telling of the star appearing and the events that followed.

Donna Griffard Studio. 590 6th Avenue Drop in anytime during stated class times to paint a premade clay ornament with colorful glazes! It will be fired and returned to you the following week in time for gift giving or decorating your home. All ages welcome, littles may need assistance. Some will take 5 minutes, others longer depending detail. $8 per ornament or $20 for 3. (907) 983-3222

6:30–8 PM

Holiday Book Photos Skagway Public Library. 769 State Street Grab your favorite book & get your photo taken by our tree.

Celebrate the magic of reading & the magic of the season!

DECEMBER 1–31 DAILY

Skagway Holidays in Lights!

Winter Light & Decorating Contest Sponsored by Royal Caribbean Group Enter online at skagway.com/skagway-holidays-in-lightswinter-light-decorations-contest/

Tiny House or Lighted Votive Clay Workshops - PART 1 Donna Griffard Studio. 590 6th Avenue 2-part class. $55 per person. Registration required as space is limited. Call (907) 983-3222 or email: Donnabadonna@yahoo.com.

First session is hand building with clay to form tiny houses or a votive.

Monday, December 4 6:30–8:30 PM

Tiny House or Lighted Votive Clay Workshops - PART 2 Donna Griffard Studio. 590 6th Avenue Paint your creations with colorful glazes.

DECEMBER 9-16 10 AM-6 PM

Klothes Rush Gingerbread House Contest Display Kone Kompany. 499 Broadway 10 AM-7 PM

Grizzly’s General 11th Annual Coloring Contest Display Grizzly’s General RadioShack. 353 5th Avenue Bring in your creation by December 8th.

Display & voting runs December 9– 16.

Friday, December 1 3:30-5 PM

Public Safety Facility Open House Public Safety Facility. 308 17 Avenue The firefighters will be cooking dinner for you and the police will be providing veggie, meat cheese & cracker platters as well as desserts! Come check out fire apparatus and the jail cells!

5-6 PM th

Yuletide Tree Lighting: Drinks, snacks & holiday photo booth

KLGO Trail Center. 520 Broadway Join us at the Chilkoot Trail Center to warm up before, during, and after the Yuletide Tree lighting! We will be providing hot drinks and snacks, as well as a holiday-themed photo booth to celebrate Yuletide.

5:30 PM

Yuletide Tree Lighting

5th & Broadway Kick off Yuletide celebrations with Santa as he arrives on the firetruck and switches on the Yuletide Tree lights.

6-8 PM

Photos with Santa

Happy Endings Saloon. 401 State Street Santa will be stopping by Happy Endings Saloon for pictures in front of the fire place.

Saturday, December 2 11 AM-2 PM

Yuletide Makers Market hosted by Glacial Naturals Skagway Recreation Center. 13th & Main Get your holiday shopping done while supporting some fabulous local artisans & fundraisers. Find hand crafted jewelry, paintings, organic and wild harvested products, plants, candles, soap, Made in Skagway members and more 6-8 PM

Yuletide Wine Tasting

Happy Endings Saloon. 401 State Street Fundraiser for Skagway High School Class of 2024. $30 pp.

NOTE: ALL TIMES ARE ALASKA TIME

Wednesday, December 6 6:30–7:30

Christmas Concert & Sing Along First Presbyterian Church 5th & Main Inviting all musicians to share through music, the peace, love, joy & hope associated with Jesus' Birth. If you would like to play, contact Ryan. If you would like to listen & sing with everyone else, just show up. Refreshments provided.

Thursday, December 7 6-8 PM

Holiday Movie Night at the Park KLGO NHP Visitor Center. 291 2nd Avenue Join us for a holiday movie night! Movie will be screened in the park's Visitor Center theater. MOVIE TBA. Free admission, no tickets required. Seating is first-come, first-served. No food or drinks allowed in the theater please.

Friday, December 8 1–1:30 PM

Helen B Clark Award Presentation Skagway News Depot & Books. 208 Broadway Skagway's annual award for volunteer community service will be presented at the bookstore and aired live on The Skagway News Facebook page.

5:30-7 PM

Santa Meet & Greet.

WP & YR Train Depot. 201 2nd Avenue White Pass invites you to bring your families to meet Santa and take holiday photos before the Santa Train on Saturday.

The depot will be bright and sparkly with holiday cheer!

6-8 PM

Adult Holiday Painting with Billi

Skagway Brewing Company. 204 4th Avenue Join Billi for a holiday painting party! $30 includes all supplies.

Saturday, December 9 White Pass & Yukon Route Annual Santa Train WP & YR Train Depot. 201 2nd Avenue 10 AM Greet Santa as the train brings him to the depot. Photo opportunities available in the Depot lobby.

11 AM First departure to Rocky Point. Dress warm and bring a blanket for the trip.

1 PM Second departure to Rocky Point.

12–3:30 PM

Santa Rail Sale Artisan Market hosted by LMM Photography AB Hall Reception Room. 205 Broadway Stop by the AB Hall after the Santa Train for holiday shopping.

Featuring local artists & makers!

12–3:30 PM

Live Music with Juan Solo

Skagway Brewing Company. 204 4th Avenue Continue the Santa Train spirit with live music by JuanSolo spreading his festive holiday cheer!

6–10 PM

Yuletide Ball

Happy Endings Saloon. 401 State Street $10. Fundraiser for Skagway High School Class of 2024.

Sunday Movie Matinee

Yuletide Ornaments

Monday, December 11 6:30-8:30

Christmas Movie Matinee

Wednesday, December 20 Christmas Caroling First Presbyterian Church. 5th & Main Bring Christmas joy around Skagway singing to 5-8 houses who have requested carolers to brighten up their night.

Enthusiasm more critical than talent, wear festive outfits, cars or people decorated with lights is all part of the night.

Thursday, December 21 1-3 PM

Yuletide Ornaments Donna Griffard Studio. 590 6 Avenue Drop in anytime during stated class times to paint a premade clay ornament with colorful glazes! It will be fired and returned to you the following week in time for gift giving or decorating your home. All ages welcome, littles may need assistance. Some will take 5 minutes, others longer depending detail. $8 per ornament or $20 for 3. (907) 983-3222 th

Wednesday, December 13 1-5 PM

Cultural Host Training with Jaime Bricker Skagway Traditional Council. 11th Ave & Broadway Alaska Native Cultural Host Seminar is a comprehensive training program designed to provide participants with Increased awareness & knowledge of the Indigenous People of Alaska. Participation limited to 25 registrants. Participants receive a Cultural Host Certificate upon completion of class. skagwaytraditional.org/stc-store/cultural-host-classes. $50

Thursday, December 14 6-8 PM

Adult Holiday Painting with Billi

Holiday Crafts at the Library Skagway Public Library. 769 State Street Join us for fun, festive holiday crafts. Activities for kids and adults alike will be available.

6:30 PM

Blue Christmas Service: a service of remembrance and hope

First Presbyterian Church 5th & Main A service recognizing the gift of Jesus helps us deal with the loss of friends, spouses, family members, or possibilities. A place to face the darkness that surrounds us during this season & remember it has not & never will overcome the light.

Saturday, December 23 1-3 PM

Holiday Crafts at the Library Skagway Public Library. 769 State Street Join us for fun, festive holiday crafts.

Activities for kids and adults alike will be available.

3-6 PM

Shepard’s Watch

Skagway Public Library. 769 State Street Learn how to identify Skagway’s winter birds from local experts. All are welcome!

Pullen Pond Picnic Shelter.

Harbor & Congress Ways Join the First Presbyterian Church members for food roasted over the fire. Sled down the hill (weather dependent) & enjoy fellowship around a warm fire. Will conclude the evening with singing and perhaps a great light will shine around us, to help us get a taste of what the Shepherds experienced that night so long ago. Wearing Shepherd's costumes optional. Weather dependent. Temp +10 or above. Winds 20 mph or less.

Saturday, December 16

Sunday, December 24

Skagway Brewing Company. 204 4th Avenue Join Billi for a holiday painting party! $30 includes all supplies.

Friday, December 15 5-6PM

Skagway’s Winter Birds

7 AM - 8 PM

5:30-6:30 PM

Various locations in Skagway & Dyea Welcoming anyone curious about our birds. Watch a feeder inside a warm house, or join a group along a route outside.

See https://sites.google.com/site/skagwaybirdclub/bird-monitoring-activities/christmas-bird-count for more information.

10 AM-5 PM

First Presbyterian Church 5th & Main Service celebrating Jesus' birth as we remember part of the gift God gave us that first Christmas Night, a good friend.

Singing, interactive activities for young and old, reading of "The Song of the Stars" and closing with Silent Night by candlelight and guitar.

7 PM

Christmas Bird Count Locally sponsored by the Skagway Bird Club

Klothes Rush Gingerbread House Contest Display Kone Kompany. 499 Broadway

Grizzly’s General 11th Annual Coloring Contest Display Grizzly’s General RadioShack. 353 5th Ave Last day to view display & voting.

11 AM-4 PM

Treat Yourself to Sweetness

Klothes Rush/Duffs/Grizzly’s General.

301-353 5th Avenue Enjoy a sweet treat at all 3 stores on 5th Avenue!

Christmas Eve Service

Eagles Christmas Eve Show

Eagles Hall. 6th & Broadway Santa and his elves come to Skagway to share presents and Christmas cheer! Children ages birth-4th grade will get a present from Santa. *Must be present to receive a gift*

Sunday, December 25 11 AM-4 PM

Holiday Ski in Dyea Alderworks Alaska Writers & Artists Retreat, Dyea Work off holiday calories with a X-country ski. Gather by the bonfire or fireplace in our studio building. Bring some food or cheer to share. Park in the lot before the West Creek bridge & walk or ski over driveway just left after the bridge).

For event details, schedule updates & more information visit: skagway.com/events or scan the QR Code Brought to you by Explore Skagway & the businesses, organizations & people of Skagway, Alaska.

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COMMUNITY Whitehorse Winterval Santa Claus Parade of Lights As the holiday season fast approaches, Victoria Gold is once again proud to co-sponsor the Whitehorse Winterval Santa Claus Parade of Lights in partnership with Banyan Gold Corp.

Proceeds from this annual event benefit the Yukon Imagination Library pre-school family literacy program which provides one free book a month to all registered families in the territory for children from their birth to the age of five.

The parade, featuring creative floats sponsored and decorated by an array of local organizations and businesses, will start on Main Street in downtown Whitehorse on Saturday, December 9 at 5:00 pm; followed by a tree lighting with the City of Whitehorse at 6:00 pm in front of the White Pass & Yukon Route Building on Front Street.

“The Victoria Gold team is once again so pleased to support this festive, family-friendly event, which always brings a lot of cheer to Whitehorse children and all those young-atheart,” says Victoria Gold President & CEO John McConnell. “We encourage Yukon businesses to get involved as they can to support the great work of the Yukon Imagination Library and their efforts to help enhance pre-school literacy.”

The Yukon Imagination Library was established in 2007 and since that time, hundreds of thousands of free books have been distributed to families throughout the territory.

To learn more about the Yukon Imagination Library, please visit yukonimaginationlibrary.ca .

To learn more about supporting the Whitehorse Winterval Santa Claus Parade of Lights, please visit facebook.com/WhitehorseSantaParade.

Victoria Gold President & CEO John McConnell, Banyan Gold Corp. President Tara Christie and their daughter Katherine at last year’s Whitehorse Winterval Santa Claus Parade of Lights.

Victoria Gold is once again proud to co-sponsor the Whitehorse Winterval Santa Claus Parade of Lights in partnership with Banyan Gold Corp. To learn more about participating as a sponsor, please visit facebook.com/WhitehorseSantaParade.