What's Up Yukon, September 25, 2024 by What's Up Yukon

INTRODUCING ABUNDANCE

An exhibition currently on view at the Yukon Arts Centre, showcases 14 new works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection (YPAC).

The 14 most recent additions to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection (YPAC) are featured in an exhibition titled Abundance, now open to the public in the Yukon Energy Community Gallery at the Yukon Arts Centre (YAC).

The exhibit, which is co-exhibited with Kwändü Nùchù N-Zhà (Early September Stories), the 20th anniversary retrospective for the Northern Cultural Expressions Society, opened with a public reception on September 12. It will be on display until November 15.

to be welcomed into the Yukon’s vibrant artistic community.

The set of new YAPC acquisitions showcases the work of Yukon artists Kaylyn Baker, Elizabeth Blair, Alice Buyck, Eldria Christiansen, Ava P Christl, Ernest Chua, Heather Dickson, Koshon Fred Edzerza, Anick Fernandez, Dorothy Profeit, Phoebe Gonzales Rohrbacher, Leslie Leong, Ed Smarch, Jean Taylor and Shadunjen van Kampen.

The exhibition comprises a variety of artistic styles and media, including beadwork, painting, sculpture, textile and traditional hunting tools.

“I knew it would be difficult, because so many good artists were presenting these awards,” says Anick Fernandez, whose piece titled Winter is among the YAPC’s newly-acquired works.

“It’s really an honour for me to have one of my works be part of that collection. I moved to the Yukon two-and-a-half years ago, so that makes it even more important to be in this collection, because it means I captured the essence of what I see around me and was able to transmit that.”

Fernandez says her first few months here after moving from Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., were spent in awestruck admiration of the Yukon’s natural beauty, even going as far as to say she felt “artistically paralyzed”.

“The first three months, I was taking everything in, and then everything had to come out,” she says. “I spent one year without going out, just working on putting all these feelings together, because my work is mostly about feelings.”

Fernandez has since connected with a few other artists through Arts Underground, and is grateful

According to the website of Friends of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection (FOYPAC) the Government of Yukon and FOYPAC–a charitable, non-profit society–together issue an annual call for submissions for the YPAC.

All Yukon, Canadian and international artists, at varying career stages and practising a wide array of styles are considered for inclusion. The works are adjudicated by the society’s arms-length acquisition committee.

According to the published criteria, submissions should show relevance to Yukon or the North, and must be of high quality and suitable for display in public buildings. This year, a total of 183 works were submitted by 86 artists.

“This year’s call for submis-

PHOTO: Government of Yukon

Äsùya (Beaver Man) is Going to Slay a Giant Worm, 2023 by Shadunjen van Kampen

sions was welcomed by me, as it was an opportunity to create a partner piece to Working With Grandmothers,” artist Jean Taylor, whose work was among the 14 recent selections, said in a statement released by the Government of Yukon.

“For many years I was drawn to creating something that would balance the feminine and crossgenerational theme of Working With Grandmothers, and Learning From Grandfather is the resulting creation. I am very delighted that it was selected to join the Permanent Collection and hope that it will be enjoyed for years to come.”

Heather Dickson has been a professional, full-time working

artist for nearly a decade. Since her art is typically made for people to wear, she says it was special for her to see her piece, I Learned it From My Mother, was picked to stay in the Yukon.

“It was a dream of mine to keep it here, because it really shows six generations back of my family. I really wanted my future grandkids and great-grandkids to see it someday.”

Among other things, Dickson’s piece is made from melton wool, canvas, heat transfer paper, bias tape, ric-rac ribbon, seed beads, antique European beads, abalone buttons, mother-of-pearl buttons and beads, and caribou hair.

It also includes 24-kt gold beads, porcupine quills, home tan moose hide, semi-precious gemstones, wool and synthetic yarn, vintage finishes, satin ribbon, nylon and polyester thread, ironon interfacing. As a practical and wearable art piece, it helps show the diversity in styles and media in the YAPC and in Abundance.

Begun in 1981, the Yukon Permanent Art Collection is currently home to 550 works by over 290 artists. Works from the collection can be seen on display in over 30 government buildings across the territory, while some are also part of special curated exhibitions and can be lent out to other institutions.

In 2023, the Government of Yukon announced a permanent budget increase for the annual call for submissions to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection, from $30,000 to $60,000.

This was to help support the goals and actions of Creative Potential: Advancing the Yukon’s Creative and Cultural Industries– the Government of Yukon’s

10-year strategy to support the growth and development of the creative and cultural industries in the Yukon.

“The Government of Yukon congratulates all these talented artists,” Minister of Tourism and Culture John Strieker said in a government statement.

“Their unique perspectives and styles further enrich our growing Yukon collection, showcasing the

incredible artistic talent thriving in our territory. I encourage all Yukoners and visitors to come explore the Yukon Arts Centre and enjoy the outstanding talent our territory has to offer.”

To learn more about the YAPC and view its collections, visit foypac.ca. ■

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Learning from Grandfather, 2024 by Jean Taylor

Slot Canyon, 2023 by Leslie Leong

PHOTOS: Government of Yukon

WEDITORIAL

hat an absolute honour and privilege to be the new Editor of What’s Up Yukon! I’m going to use my inaugural editorial to let you know a little bit about me.

I moved to the Yukon in ‘99 when my full-time road band was hired to re-open the 202 after its massive renovations. Two weeks into a month-long gig. I made the decision that the Yukon was where I wanted to be for the rest of my life.

Prior to that I had been a fulltime professional road musician for over 20 years across Canada and the US. Since then I have been an avid supporter and promoter of ‘all things Yukon’. I don’t always tell people that I’m from Canada, but when I do, I tell them that I’m from The Yukon! I’m humbled and blessed to be able to promote and showcase ‘all things Yukon’ through What’s Up Yukon

I’m also blessed to live where I do. When I lived up in Dawson City I thought at the time that I would never leave. It was such a comfortable lifestyle, even in the winter. The kind of place where even if you don’t know everybody you know something about everybody and you recognize them down the boardwalk by the colour of their parka and their gait.

Everything happens for a reason. My lovely wife Pam and I currently own about 10 acres in Mendenhall Subdivision and are reminded daily of the beauty of our home on CAFN traditional territory and the wonderful creatures and neighbours that we share it with. Being situated halfway between ‘town’ and ‘the Junction’ we get the best of both worlds and have wonderful friends in both.

Some folks ask us, “Why on earth would you live waaayyyy out there?” To which we always respond, “Have you ever had to

commute in Edmonton, Calgary or Vancouver?”

Driving the Alcan in either direction is different every single day. The mountains change with the seasons and we are very lucky to regularly see our ‘neighbours’: the wild horses, the ‘ladies’ (elk), occasionally bears and bison. We’ve been watching the horses for so long now that we’ve seen foals born into the herd that are now grand- and great-grandparents of the new foals this year and last. Probably about 12 now, with this year’s count.

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So yes, Pam and I are very blessed. I am so excited to be your new Editor and promote my biggest passion in life–The Yukon and all of its amazing talent and culture, without whom this publication wouldn’t exist. Also to live in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

I firmly intend to remember every day how lucky we are and to do everything in my power to support and promote ‘all things Yukon’.

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REALLY TRYING TO SOUND LIKE ME

Vocalist Laura Anglade and friends will open the Jazz on the Wing season on Sunday, September 29

Laura Anglade is not easy to pigeon-hole. Known primarily as a jazz singer, she readily admits being influenced by such disparate women singers as Carmen MacRae, Blossom Dearie, Amy Winehouse and Barbra Streisand.

Anglade was born in southern France, but spent her first few years in Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam, where her father worked in advertising. After living in the United States from the age of five, she attended Concordia University in Montréal, where she studied to be a translator.

More recently, she spent four years in Toronto before relocating to New York City this month.

As with many kids who pursue music, classical piano was her starting point. But it wasn’t really for her, and she’s forgotten most of what she learned.

“I never liked reading music, I was never very good at it,” she admits. My teacher would laugh, because I would show up to the class with the piano part memorized, but he knew I didn’t practise it, because I did it in a different key.”

After piano and a bit of fluteplaying, she joined the school choir, developing an early interest in the theatre program.

“I was always really shy, so I never got any leads or anything like that, but I did like singing. I always enjoyed singing. The choir was how it started, I guess.”

As her voice and confidence grew, she began covering pop songs with a friend in local cafes.

“The jazz stuff came later. I started taking voice lessons with a wonderful teacher who had classical vocal training. We were trying a lot of different genres. We did a lot of musical theatre stuff, so of course the repertoire is kind of the same.,” Anglade says.

A later mentor was David Long, whose mother, Dorothy Fields, had written a lot of new standards. He introduced her to a lot of songs she hadn’t heard before.

“It was a very fresh introduction, where I wasn’t necessarily

influenced by Ella’s [Fitzgerald] version, or by someone else’s. He would just sit at the piano and play that, and I would learn melodies and he would sing them to me,” she says.

“Even today, I find it’s really important to learn the original melody and find some of the original recordings, like some of those Tommy Dorsey recordings, where the style of singing was very specific to that time. Then, once I really inhabit the song, I’ll go and check out other versions.”

Despite immersing herself in a wide range of standards from the American Songbook, her goal is never to mimic other artists.

“I take pride in really trying to sound like me, and I think you can hear my speaking voice in my singing, and that’s the key,” she says.

“I tell myself to just be open to singing songs with a good story and a good arc. And, of course, they have to have a good melody, but not necessarily be pigeonholed into one specific type of music. I’m drawn to the jazz stuff right now, because I love those stories, and I resonate with them, and I think I deal with them well. But I love the classical stuff, too.”

Anglade says a lot of people try to sing jazz because they have an idea of what jazz singing is, and try to alter their voices to sound old-school.

“It’s a tricky question. I don’t ever try to convince people. If they’re not going to like it, they’re not going to like it. But I like it, so there you go.” she says.

Anglade currently has three albums to her credit—the first in English, the second in French. A third English-language collection of standards is due for release next spring.

“There’s just so many tunes in the Songbook that are pretty rare and haven’t really been done that much. I just love digging those up. I find it fascinating how many of these tunes are timeless, when they were written in the ‘20s, ‘30s, early ‘40s. It’s cool.”

She also tours extensively, but says she likes being in a room with

people, whether in a concert hall or a more intimate venue.

“I think what’s fun about it is that I try to step into a role. I like to treat it like acting, a lot of the time. It’s kind of escapism for me, where I don’t necessarily feel vulnerable, because it’s not me. I become somebody else.”

As her career progresses, how does Anglade assess her own voice?

“I think it’s a voice that’s always changing. I think it’s a voice that is maturing alongside me as I mature in my life. I think that I can definitely tap into more power, which I had when I was younger,

and I like to retrieve it,” she says.

“I mean, I love singing with big bands, I would love to sing more with orchestras. I am capable of projecting quite a bit, but I’m also able to get intimate as well and sing softly.

“I like to think there’s a lot of different sides to the voice. I think it’s important to not think about singing pretty all the time. I have a big voice when I want to, but sometimes I like to hide it.”

When Laura Anglade makes her Yukon debut to open a new Jazz on the Wing season this Sunday, it will be almost a family affair.

The ensemble consists of two

married couples who first performed together in 2017, and who spent this July touring Canada together.

“We have some nice arrangements, more colourful arrangements, not so predictable … playing with textures to bring out the lyric and have fun with that,” The group consists of Anglade and her bassist husband, Johnathan Chapman, as well as guitarist Sam Kirmayer and his wife, Valérie Lacombe, on drums. Jazz on the Wing happens Sunday, September 29, beginning at 7:30 p.m., on the mainstage of the Yukon Arts Centre. ■

with Ken Bolton

Ken Bolton is a freelance writer and copy editor, and a former editor of What’s Up Yukon.

PHOTO: Steve Walsh

Vocalist Laura Anglade

WHAT’S ON AT THE GUILD?

The Guild Theatre is kicking off its new season on October 2 with a run of Madeleine George’s hit play, Hurricane Diane.

Hurricane Diane, the Madeleine George stage play that will begin the Guild Theatre’s 2024-25 season, focuses on permaculture gardener, Diane, whose true identity is that of the notorious Greek god, Dionysus.

Upon returning to the modern world to gather mortal followers and restore the Earth to its natural state, she finds herself starting with four housewives in a suburban cul-de-sac.

“I picked up Hurricane Diane and was wowed by the playwright, and how her script asks this really difficult question about why we aren’t all collectively acting more on looming climate change collapse,” says Odile Nelson, who is co-directing the Guild’s production with Jordan Kaltenbruner.

“I can imagine her thinking, ‘The way to look into this is to bring the God Dionysus back to Earth as a butch lesbian charm factory named Diane and then have her–in almost a deus ex-machina way–try to save the planet by starting up a Bacchic cult, starting with four New Jersey housewives.’”

“I love the way George probes at the answer to this existential question by weaving together all these disparate elements: Greek myth, queer culture and sitcom sensibilities. The result is incredibly funny, incredibly human and also tragic.”

Kaltenbruner appreciates how many different themes and ideas the play is able to blend, citing the myth of Dionysus, nods to queerness today, the natural world and our role belonging to it.

She also notes that the play speaks directly to the infection that corporate, patriarchal, white supremacist capitalism has had on accessing human authenticities.

“I love how hilarious this play is, and how profound and contem-

plative space is made to grapple with the plot,” she says.

“There are scenes that repelled me at first. Finding the deeper meaning and tending to the topic of consent and choice, I think, is extremely valuable. To me, the play reinforces the idea that self determination and community care are the way forward, and that is what agrees with my ethos on a very base level.”

Hurricane Diane at the Guild will feature a cast of Amanda Bartle, Sophia Marnik, Alita Powell,

team directors of Jordan Kaltenbruner and Odile Nelson, the production is very thoughtful, smart and extremely playful.”

With a small cast and crew but two directors, putting together this production brought lots of opportunities for collaboration. Kaltenbruner says it was exciting to see the team thinking in sync for how to bring the play to life.

“Co-directing looks like two brains coalescing into one. So, it’s a practice of communication, consideration and finding the

Jordan Kaltenbruner, co-director, and Asha Bittenbender, stage manager

Stephanie Routley, Mirabel Dawn Sirois.

For Artistic Director Brian Fidler, the play was the right choice to kick off the Guild’s new season for its mix of poignancy and humour.

“The play tackles the very unfunny topic of climate change in a brilliant and hilarious way,” Fidler explains. “With an all female cast, the writing is absolutely pitch perfect. When I first read it, it cracked me up, but also got me thinking. With the incredible tag-

Chicken Teriyaki

Panko crusted chicken breast in a traditional teriyaki sauce served with a medium grain Japanese rice with a tangy and salty katzu sauce.

“Maybe it can take more time to check-in with each other on design decisions,” says Nelson.

“Or maybe you have different approaches in rehearsal. I’m super appreciative of working with Jordan–her creativity, intuitiveness, and her empathetic approach to the rehearsal process.”

sweet spot,” she says. “And often, pleasant surprises are found.

“It is so cool to witness the same thought being thought in the same place at the same time. Or having completely opposing thoughts, meeting in the middle, trying both and making a decision together–that’s happened too.”

Nelson echoes Kaltenbruner’s sentiment on co-directing, while saying the challenges that come up are better seen as opportunities to develop as a theatre artist and a team player.

Chicken Yakisoba

Panko crusted chicken breast on top of a traditional Japanese soft egg noodle with a sweet tangy soy sauce.

Hurricane Diane runs at the Guild Hall on 14th Ave. from Oct. 2 to 19, with Oct. 2 being a preview night and Oct. 3 the official opening. The play will be shown Wednesday to Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 at yukonartscentre.com, except pay-whatyou-decide Wednesdays.

Beyond Hurricane Diane, the Guild Hall has a host of exciting productions throughout the coming season.

The second play of the season is Animals out of Paper by Rajiv Joseph, and this year’s musical is Monty Python’s Spamalot, with book and lyrics by Eric Idle and music by John Du Prez and Eric

Idle. The Guild Theatre is also collaborating with the Yukon Arts Centre (YAC) to bring a Guild production to the YAC stage this season.

“The Guild Is an ever-changing place full of surprises,” says Fidler. “When you come to see a play it might be the set that totally shocks and delights you with its ingenuity. Or maybe a particular performer knocks your socks off. Or the words of the playwright will call you to action or deep reflection.

“This year, the Guild is once again humming with activity! We have so much going on and our doors are open to the community! A lot of people put their heart and soul into our productions and we are so proud of what we do. We love our audiences and want to entertain the heck out of them.”

To learn more about Hurricane Diane and the Guild Theatre, visit guildhall.ca ■

Pork Katsu

Panko crusted pork loin with a mild sweet umami Japanese curry sauce on top of a medium grain Japanese rice in a tangy and salty katzu sauce.

BBQ Pork Bao Bun

Wheat molasses, five spice barbecue shredded pork in a traditional Asian steamed bun.

PHOTOS: Odile Nelson

Sophia Marnik in rehearsal

IA TALE OF TWO SEPTEMBERS Feeling Homesick for a Yukon Autumn

was reading the other day about what causes leaves to change colour in the fall.

While I already knew that it was the shorter days and cooler temperatures that trigger the transformation and cause the chlorophyll in the leaves to break down, making the green colour disappear, I was surprised to learn that many of the gorgeous hues we associate with autumn were actually always there; we just couldn’t see them.

“The lack of chlorophyll reveals yellow and orange pigments that were already in the leaves but masked during the warmer months.” si.edu/stories/why-doleaves-change-color-fall

It made me think of how I feel

flowers try to hold on for dear life with all they’ve got.

In the northern hemisphere, September marks the fall equinox. Almost 10,000 km south, in the city of Cusco, Peru, where I am right now, September is the beginning of spring.

In some ways spring in the Andes can feel quite similar to autumn in the Yukon. The temperatures at night often dip down close to zero degrees Celsius and the leaves on many deciduous trees are yellow and brown.

A strong wind often blows through the streets of the city of a half a million people that makes a similar sound around the corners of buildings as that of a cold north wind gusting around the corners

when I’m away from the Yukon. It seems to have a similar effect on me as the shorter days have on the foliage. Being away and feeling homesick for the North reveals to me all the beauty and specialness of home that was always there but I couldn’t fully see.

September in the Yukon is a time of pumpkin spiced lattes, leaves the vibrant colour of the yellow school buses that are once again back on the roads, and the reappearance of the Northern Lights in the dark evening skies.

It’s a beautiful time that can hold both warm sunny days as well as fresh snow on the mountains and the first frost in the lowlands. It’s hunting trips, buckets full of cranberries, cold fingers and cozy fires in the wood stove. Some days are rainy and grey while others feel like a lingering piece of summer.

Thanks to the colder nights the swarms of mosquitoes and blackflies are mostly gone. It feels like a page is being turned and something fresh is about to begin. Sweater weather is back and winter preparations are in full swing.

Many times, by the end of the month, we’ll have seen the first snowflakes fall. The last treasures from the garden are being harvested and stored, and delicate

of a cabin in Canada, especially to a homesick Yukoner.

Some days the valley of Cusco is blanketed with a layer of smoke from fields being burned in preparation of planting. The smell reminds me of wood smoke coming from chimneys in a small Yukon community on a chilly evening and people burning brush in their yards.

The hills of Cusco are still dry and brown in September after many months of not a single drop of rain and the sun burns through the smoky haze with an intensity one never feels in the Yukon.

Kids and young adults gather to fly kites near the archeological ruins of Sacsayhuaman on the weekends, taking advantage of the windy and dry weather before the rainy season begins once again

The larger supermarkets sell pumpkins and Halloween candy and yet when you look a little closer you can see tiny white blossoms on the fruit trees outside, and farmers irrigating the cracked and parched earth to plant corn, potatoes and fava beans.

New life is about to begin again here and despite the resemblance to certain aspects of autumn, it is

in fact not. I love fall in the North and the memories I associate with this time of year. Its probably the reason why I unknowingly search for similarities even when I’m far away.

To me, homesickness is an ache and a yearning for little details of a place that you can’t get back to right now: the smells, tastes and sounds that you cherish now, that

you may never have consciously noticed when you were around them.

Just as I feel homesick for the Yukon at times, when I’m away for a long period, I am sure that there are many others who live in the Yukon and feel homesick for different parts of the world.

Instead of seeing it as a reminder of what’s not there right now and a reason to feel sad, I’m trying to see it as a gift: a precious reminder of what’s truly important to me and where I hope to eventually be once again, this time with an even greater appreciation for it.

As the Italian novelist Erri De Luca wrote in his book God’s Mountain, “When you get homesick, it’s not something missing, it’s something present, a visit. People and places from far away arrive and keep you company for a while.” ■

Jessica Surber is a writer who loves being in the mountains and working with plants. She divides her time between Peru and the Yukon.

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Jessica Surber

PHOTOS: Jessica Surber

A view of Cusco in September

Yellow capuli leaves

Frost on the ground after a cold Andean night

CARMACKS

ATLIN Sundays

St. Martins Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome.

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

Mondays Caregiver & Tot Drop-in 10:00 AM

Atlin Recreation Centre This is an unstructured hour for You and your Littles to get social and run wild. This IS NOT a drop oﬀ, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Call or email 993-4102 atlinarc.coordinator@gmail. com for more info.

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 Thursdays Yoga with Jess Ghùch Tlâ Community School Beginners welcome, all equipment provided. Drop-in, Free admission! For more info email yogajessyukon@gmail.com.

Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:

Sunshine Restaurant

Carmacks Rec Centre

CDC / CIBC Bank

Tatchun Center General Store

First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month

Carmacks Regular Council Meeting 7:00 PM Carmacks Municipal Building

Mondays

Carmacks Library 1:00 PM

Volleyball 7:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Baseball / Softball 7:00 PM LSCFN Ball

Diamond

Tuesdays

Carmacks Library 1:00 PM

Laser Tag 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Wednesdays

Carmacks Library 1:00 PM

Soccer 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Baseball / Softball 7:00 PM LSCFN Ball

Diamond

Thursdays

Carmacks Library 1:00 PM

Pickleball 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Basketball 8:00 PM Carmacks Rec

Centre

Fridays

Soccer 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Volleyball 7:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre

Saturdays

Basketball 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec

Centre

Sundays

Baseball / Softball 7:00 PM LSCFN Ball

Diamond Archery 1:00 PM Carmacks School

FARO

Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:

Discovery Store Van Gorda

First and Third Tuesday of every month Faro Council Meeting 7:00 PM Town of

Court Basketball 3:00 PM Faro

Recreation Centre

HAINES JUNCTION

Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:

Little Green Apple

Tue Sep 24 Junction Arts & Music AGM 7:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre

Sharing the past year’s highlights and all the upcoming events for the new season. Membership is free.

Thu Sep 26 Season Finale Bike Parade 6:00 PM Haines Junction, Yukon Meet up at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac at 6pm for a 5km bike tour of Haines Junction.

Costumes welcome!

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!

Drop-In Basketball 6:00 PM St. Elias

Community School Meet in the school gym

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://whatsupyukon.events/teabannock-68ab07

Men’s and women’s sewing group 1:00

PM Mun kų

BGC Game Night 3:30 PM St. Elias

Community School Play, have fun, build skills and challenge your friends Wednesdays

Water Wednesdays 1:30 PM Pine Lake

Come Join us every Wednesday for an afternoon of paddling in the traditional cedar dugout canoe! Da Kų Cultural Centre.

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

Diffusion audio en direct au 93,5 FM et au yukonassembly.ca/fr The 2024 Fall Sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly will convene on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. The Assembly sits Monday to Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

La séance d’automne 2024 de l’Assemblée législative du Yukon est convoquée le mercredi 2 octobre 2024. L’Assemblée siège du lundi au jeudi, de 13 h à 17 h 30.

Whitehorse (Yukon)

La première heure des travaux est diffusée le jour suivant sur le service de câblodistribution de Northwestel

COMMUNITY EVENTS... cont’d

Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at: Dawson City General Store

Until Sept 30 Dawson Film Lab 2024 Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Learn from filmmakers (local and non-local) to experiment and work on media projects to enhance their craft. Workshops: Analogue film processes, and the usage of eco-safe developers using local plants and/ or caffeine. Register online https:// dawsonfilmfest.com/filmlab24

Until Oct 17 Sharp Teeth - Curated by Sanaa Humayun ODD Gallery - Dënäkär Zho This body of work satirizes the use of feminine visual aesthetics in pop culture, and how this package can be reclaimed for a body of work that is holding tender relationships.

MONTHLY

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. Last coﬀee house of the season May 4 to resume in the fall of 2024.

WEEKLY

Mondays

Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:309pm Self-guided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, though little instruction is provided. KIAC Classroom, back door.

Lorne Mountain Community Centre By donation all levels

Yoga with Jess 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Beginners welcome, all equipment provided. To register or for more info email yogajessyukon@gmail. com.

Tuesdays

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

Tuesdays

St Paul’s Anglican Church Morning

Prayer 9:00 AM St Paul’s Anglican

Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)

St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening

Prayer 5:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican

Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)

Hand-Building Pottery Drop-In 6:30

PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Self-guided group studio time for those with some experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, little instruction is provided.

Wednesdays

St Paul’s Anglican Church Morning

Prayer 9:00 AM St Paul’s Anglican

Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)

QYS Drop-in 1:00 PM DCMF Oﬃce

St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening

Prayer 5:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican

Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)

Welcome Wednesday Supper and Games 6:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church

Screen Printing Drop-in 6:00 PM

Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Selfguided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with screen printing.

CFYT Trivia Night The Drunken

Goat Fun ﬁlled night of Trivia. Every other Wednesday. A variety of trivia categories! Come with your team or

Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM

First Presbyterian Church of Skagway

All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A.

Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway

Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3.

Fridays

Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays

Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First

Presbyterian Church of Skagway\ Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway

TAGISH

First Monday of every month Carcross

Tagish Renewable Resources Council 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre

First Monday of every month Tagish Advisory Council 8:00 AM Tagish

Community Centre

First Tuesday of every month Tagish

Community Association 7:00 PM Tagish

Community Centre

Second Thursday of every month Tagish Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM Tagish

Community Centre

Wednesdays

Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish

Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon Yukon Learn at Tagish Library 2:00

join a team when you arrive!

Thursdays

CDC Toddler Program 10:00 AM

Klondike Institute of Arts & Culture KIAC Free drop-In for kids 5 & under with parent/guardian Story time & free play!

Fridays

Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. whatsupyukon.events/ dawson-legion-8336c3

Open Studio Drop-in 1:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Enjoy KIAC’s bright, air-conditioned space to create and focus on your artistic practice. Even better- we’ve waived the drop-in fee this day.

Saturdays

Open Studio – Drop In 1:00 PM

Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Space to create and focus on your artistic practice.

AA North Star Group Dawson City

7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion In person or Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867993-3734 for more information

Sundays

Anglican Church Service 10:30

Anglican Church Service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City. Corner of Front and Church Streets at St. Paul’s Anglican

for more info.

Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381

ROSS RIVER Tuesdays

Sewing Night 7:00 PM

PM Tagish Community LIbrary Targeted literacy programming by Yukon Learn at the Tagish Library. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon.

Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish

Community Centre

Thursdays

Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish

Community Centre

Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish

Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon

Tagish Local Advisory Council Meeting

7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre .

Saturdays

Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish

Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon

TESLIN

Mondays

AA: Teslin Group (O) 7:00 PM Catholic

Church Rectory

Tuesdays

Adult Slo Pitch League 6:30 PM Teslin

Lake Recreation Complex

Adult Slo Pitch League 8:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex

Wednesdays

Pickleball 12:00 PM Teslin Lake

Recreation Complex

Dominos 1:00 PM Teslin Recreation

Centre Drop in seniors

Pickleball 7:00 PM Teslin Lake

Recreation Complex

Fridays

Open Arena 7:00 PM Teslin Lake

Recreation Complex

Saturdays Parent & Tots 2:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex

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

Tuesdays

Smart Recovery Meetings 3:00 PM Wye Lake Cabin Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services For more information, email joey.mitchell@yukon. ca or call 332-3187

Pickleball & Badminton Watson Lake Secondary School 7:00 PM

Wednesdays

Drop-In Ninja Tumbling 5:30 PM Watson Lake Secondary School All ages welcome. Adults are welcome too, come to do some stretching or try some handstands etc.

Fridays Friday Night Lanes 7:00 PM Call 3357979 to register

Saturdays

Disc Golf 6:00 PM Raven Pines Rent discs at the Rec Centre or bring your fave. All welcome from expert level to beginner. Baptiste Power Yoga 7:00 PM Fees apply. A muscle-shaping and mindsculpting workout, work at your own level and ability, set to electronic music.

Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Sunday Nite Volleyball 11:00 AM Watson Lake Secondary School

IA RAINBOW CONNECTION

t’s important to think about rainbows at the Northern Front Studio interlaces the works of Theresa Roberts and Victoria Parker in a clean, professional installation that fully supports the paintings in speaking for themselves.

In Roberts’ framed works on paper, repeated oblong loops sitting in rows, and concentric circles or arches, express themselves through extensive layering of marker and oil pastel. Intense colours layer into rich chromatic black, making the remaining bright colours shine.

Her mark making speaks of time and commitment, reminding me of some of the coloured pencil work I’ve seen come from Inuit art cooperatives. Roberts often integrates her first name into the composition in interesting ways.

Parker’s works include a fauvist application of colour with a strong emotionally expressive feel to the mark making. Sometimes the oil paint is thin and uses strategies from drawings; other times it’s very thick, even featuring blobs of dried paint I associate with works I’ve seen in contemporary arts exhibitions.

Roberts’ works are on paper, with oils on canvas and panels by Parker. The imagery present–swans, birds, faces with beams of light or tears streaking down the cheeks–is often very clear, though its meaning invites curiosity. What comes from the eyes? I wonder.

What role does the viewer play in making the work?

Roberts’ imagery unfolds further upon reading her artist statement, presented in a binder with a list of works on a bench in the middle of the space. She decodes some aspects of her compositions for us–for example, the circles are

PHOTOS: Nicole Bauberger

Parker and Roberts paintings explore personal symbolic

moons, many of the black rows of oblongs are ravens.

Parker offers a much briefer artist statement. Both artists refer to each other’s work in their statements. Both artists use repetition with variation in their works in a way that reminds me of Parker’s practice as a musician. When I look at Roberts’ piece titled A Rainbow, in the middle I see a shape I want to interpret as a figure at an ATM, but I’m definitely not sure that’s right. Awash in the layered medium, I’m left with questions.

In Parker’s Two Swans, two white lines arise like rays from a fountain-like pair of swans in the foreground, to present a blue bird in a nest. Behind it, a cloud that’s raining or snowing onto a red flame, green mass with dark

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column with Nicole Bauberger

Nicole Bauberger is a multidisciplinary visual artist, writer and musician based in Whitehorse.

Rohrbachers spare installation focuses our attention on the art itself

symbolisms in an intuitive way with interesting layering of colour and markmaking

forms with possibly eyes inside. In the upper left, what might be a lobster stands next to a face with yellow flowing down from the eyes.

Smoothed paint and smeared paint form a rainbow-like gesture leading back to the nest. The dreamlike qualities show curator Phoebe Gozales Rohrbacher refers to in her curatorial statement play out an emotional expression here in each of the marks that makes the images.

Rohrbacher notes that these two artists’ works seemed to complement each other very naturally by means of the shapes, colour palettes and the way they use symbolism.

I admire Rohrbacher’s strong curatorial choices. Works are presented to speak for themselves. Nothing but the vinyl title dis-

tracts from the artworks on the walls. The well-organized binder includes a map of works with titles and years created. Parker’s work spans the years 2003 to 2024, while Roberts’ are more recent–all created this past year.

Rohrbacher was grateful to borrow frames from the Yukon Arts Centre to present Roberts’ work.

Rohrbacher notes that both Parker and Roberts are self-taught artists who “make art outside of traditional art institutions and markets.”

Parker has received several Yukon Advanced Artists Awards, and so while outside of traditional art markets, plays a role in some way as an established artist with some national recognition. Parker co-manages Creative Industries Warehouse, where the Teegatha’ Oh Zheh artists gather to create art on Thursdays.

Roberts’ practice is based out of the Teegatha’ Oh Zheh art studio, a progressive art studio that Rohrbacher works for. This studio supports artists with disabilities with their art practices. It’s inter-

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esting to think of the ways different artists have been supported over the years–Rodin didn’t cast his own bronzes, for example.

How does a community play an important role in supporting any artist? Who gets to be an artist and respected as one? You can find out more about the philosophies behind progressive studios here, as well as finding examples of other studios across the United States: disparateminds.org.

I encourage you to go enjoy these two voices expressing themselves in colour, form, repetition and variation, in unexpected harmonies. I spent all week singing Rainbow Connection after seeing this show. If colour and mark making are sources of pleasure for you, you will find much to revel in here.

It’s Important to Think About Rainbows will be on display at the Northern Front Studio, 2237 2nd Avenue, Unit 110, in Whitehorse, until September 30, 2024. The gallery is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. ■

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ITHUMBING IT DOWN UNDER PART 2

t was May 15, 1987 when I broke my promise never to hitchhike again.

I was in a youth hostel in Kerikeri, New Zealand, trying to find public transport to the tiny village of Whangaroa, 38 km away.

“The only bus that goes there is the school bus,” said the hostel manager. “And they don’t take public passengers. You’ll have to rent a car or hitchhike.”

“The last time I hitchhiked was three years ago, way up north in Canada.” I told him. “The truck driver pulled over in the middle of the night in the pouring rain, pointed a rifle at my friend and me, and told us to get out! I learned my lesson. I’m not hitchhiking.”

bashed by a hitchhiker and no hitchhikers have disappeared–that we have heard of in the news, anyways. So people aren’t scared to pick them up. Kiwis love to show off our country.”

That did it. The next day, I hit the road and stuck my thumb out. Within an hour, I got a ride with an older couple. They were super nice and went out of their way to take me to the youth hostel in Whangaroa.

“We’d let you stay at our house,” the lady said, “but our daughter and her boyfriend are visiting, so the guest room is full. But we could come pick you up tomorrow if you want to come for a bush walk with our hiking group. We’re going to Mangamuka.”

“Are you sure that’s not out of your way? I’m happy to hitchhike.”

“Nothing is far away in New Zealand,” she laughed.

It was a great bushwalk. Everyone was very friendly and eager to share their knowledge of the flora and fauna around us. Looking up at the giant Kauri trees I asked why the leaves weren’t turning fall colours yet. I was shocked to learn that not all coniferous trees have needles! There were lots of trees in this forest that stayed green all year long but had leaves, not needles.

The next day, I hitched up to the most northwestern point in New Zealand, Cape Reinga lighthouse. It was 95 km up a skinny

“Fair enough. But, believe me, it’s different here. Kiwis love picking up hitchhikers and hearing about where they are from. It’s totally safe.”

“Really?”

“Really. Nobody has ever been

“Sure! Why not? Sounds like fun,” I answered.

“OK, we’ll pick you up at 9 a.m. Where are you going next?”

“I was thinking of Kaitaia.”

“Perfect. We’ll drop you off there, after our bushwalk.”

road on a tiny spit of land, which felt very remote to be hitching but I gave it a go.

It took three rides to get there, the first two from locals and the last from three Swedish guys in a motorhome. They were in party

trees grow to over 50-m tall, have trunk girths up to 16-m, live for over 2,000 years, and are only native to the north part of New Zealand’s North Island

mode so I pulled my bottle of Baileys out of my pack and shared it around. When I got to the Houhora hostel that night, I discovered that I hadn’t closed it tight enough and it had leaked all over my bag. Luckily, the stuffed head on my bald eagle slippers soaked up most of it. I was the only one at

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Donna Lawther is a long-time Yukoner, pour painting artist and author of Harry the Hug Monster.

with Donna Lawther

Cape Reinga Lighthouse was tricky, but fun, to hitchhike to

My 25-year-old self, travelling the safe way, on the bus in New Zealand

PHOTOS:

Donna Lawther Kauri

Thumbing It Down Under Part 2

Picking up my mail was always exciting, as it was the only way I communicated with most of my friends and family

the hostel (the bonus of exploring remote areas) so did my laundry and enjoyed having the dorm to myself.

The next stop was my favourite hostel in an old school house in Opononi, surrounded by rolling hills. It was run by a Maori couple, Sue and George, who lived there with their four kids. It was the first place I stayed at after Cindy flew back to Yellowknife, and they made me feel like part of the family - inviting me to join them for a breakfast of freshly caught fish and even taking me to a hangi at George’s Dad’s tombstone unveiling.

I liked it so much that I went back for another week and they didn’t even charge me! I paid them back by spending lots of time entertaining the kids, making jewellery with the beads I was carrying around with me.

I love how many hostels there are in remote places and I seldom paid more than $10 a night for a bed. These days, they charge around CAD25 for a bed in a dorm which is still very affordable, especially if you hitchhike!

I could stand up to catch it. I finally took a cab to a private youth hostel downtown, in a big old house. When I walked into the girl’s dorm, I was surprised to see a long-haired, bearded hippy sitting on the floor stringing roses together! He invited me to come to a coffee house with him to hear some good music so I helped him put on his lei and off we went. He turned out to be a bit creepy, but I met a nice couple and enjoyed the music and atmosphere.

I loved exploring the small towns and remote areas of the north end of the North Island of New Zealand

I tried to avoid big cities but got stuck in Auckland one night and had to stay in a hostel downtown. I had been trying to catch a bus to Huia, in West Auckland, to stay with a friend I had met earlier in my travels. Sitting around the downtown bus station at night was scarier than hitchhiking. I waited an hour and a half, but the bus never turned up, so I decided to take a different bus to a youth hostel in the suburbs. But when that bus came, it took off before

The following day I took a ferry to Waiheke Island and stayed at a youth hostel for three days to relax and catch up on all my mail. I had picked up 10 letters in Auckland … including one from the first couple that had picked me up hitchhiking, with a photo they took on the bushwalk.

I wrote everyone to tell them to send their next letters to General Delivery, Sydney, Australia, where I was heading next. I had a 6 month working visa and it was time to use it as I only had $1200 worth of travellers cheques left. To be continued…. ■

Whitehorse is a beautiful city, but recent changes have been troubling: soaring housing costs, unsafe downtown areas, and insufficient sustainability efforts. With new leadership, we can address these issues. Eileen is ready to lead the way.

AFFORDABILITY: Eileen understands the urgency of addressing the housing shortage and rising costs in Whitehorse. She is committed to promoting partnerships with the Yukon government, Yukon First Nations, and the private sector to develop housing solutions that reflect the needs of all residents.

LIVABILITY: No matter where you live or work, you deserve to feel secure. Eileen will advance smart public safety solutions that will empower residents and business owners and address root causes like mental health issues and homelessness. She will also focus on reducing traffic congestion and champion the improvement of trails, including the Yukon government’s multi-use trail plan along the Alaska Highway Corridor.

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The bonus of staying in hostels in remote areas is that you sometimes get the dorm all to yourself

Bushwalking through the Kauri forest with the couple, who had picked me up hitchhiking the day before, and their naturalist hiking group

PHOTO: Google Maps

Kerikeri to Auckland, New Zealand

HAUSSIE GIRL IN THE YUKON

RELEARNING OLD THINGS

aving a child means having to relearn old things. They don’t know how to eat or drink, or basically do anything useful. It’s rather impressive how useless human beings are as babies. Luckily we have such large brains, because without those, our inability to care for ourselves would leave us at the bottom of the animal food chain.

However, now that I have Maverick, I’m excited and daunted by the task of being the one to teach him these things. I think about

Now I can’t stop Maverick from running around the house.

These more basic skills seem rather long-winded, taking months to complete to get from potatostage-baby to walking toddler.

The more scary notion of potty training has started to fill my head, of how disgusting the process will be. Not only disgusting, but probably very frustrating. I mean, how do you even teach a toddler how to wipe themselves? I’m not looking forward to teaching this task.

Raising a child means having to re-visit many skills

some of my favourite sports that I want to teach him. Like skiing. How am I going to teach a kid how to ski? Where do I start? What if he hates it? Is he going to be warm enough? So many worries about something that is supposed to just be fun. But the fun comes once they learn these new skills. Maverick learning to walk started by having him on his belly, so he would strengthen his neck by lifting it up.This led to sitting up, then crawling, then walking. We have to start so far back and build these fundamental skills to be able to have them complete the task.

Then as you think about the future you wonder how long you will be able to teach them old things or if you’re even able to remember how to do certain things. Like math homework. How many grades can I still be able to help him before I start forgetting how to do the quadratic function? It’s not like I’ve used all these skills in my life, so I have to relearn them to teach them.

Having a child can seem rather daunting when you think of the 18-plus years you have to try and ensure that you create a decent human being. ■

Kylie Campbell-Clarke

Aussie Girl columnist Kylie Campbell-Clarke is an Australian writer and photographer exploring the Yukon. She has completely fallen in love with this place and has decided to call it home.

PHOTO: Kylie Campbell-Clarke

QUICK & SIMPLE SALMON DINNER

When you need an amazing dinner at a fraction of the cost in a minimal amount of time

Ido love to cook! Sometimes I love to spend hours upon hours creating masterpieces in the kitchen. Ironically, when I do, it’s usually the guests who have the best experience, as I’ve been nibbling, tasting and working for so long that I’m not particularly hungry by the time the food hits the plate.

This recipe is not that at all. This plate comes in at about 15 minutes cooking time with about five minutes prep.

After cheffing at many of your local favourite restaurants around town, I’m confident that at today’s prices (I cooked this today) it lands on your table and into your belly at about $7 a plate. You would easily pay $30+ a plate for this in town plus tip!

QUICK & SIMPLE SALMON DINNER

INGREDIENTS:

• Salmon fillets

• Butter

• Garlic

• White wine

• Lemon juice

• Salt

• Minute Rice

• Frozen peas

You can substitute the veggies for your favourite, or a nice fresh green salad. You can also spend a bunch of time doing fancy, rice but I’m kinda cheap when it comes to a 20-minute amazing plate from start to eat.

Start by taking two pieces of garlic off a head and dicing it. I prefer ,to keep them large enough to not disappear when I sauté them. Then get your pots and pans together because this happens really fast once you get started.

Prepare a frying pan with about a tablespoon of butter, a pot with a cup of water, a ½ tablespoon of butter and some salt for the rice (I like to use about 90% water and 10% orange juice for that) and a pot with salted water for the peas.

Go have a rest. Check your Facebook and emails, set the table. Make sure the hound doesn’t need a pee, because the next 15 minutes of your life are going to be full-on standing at your stove making sure that you don’t screw this up! Hahaha.

The Unknown Chef has fed you at many of your favourite restaurants locally for many years, and has decided to share with you recipes that he has developed, and others that he stole from other chefs.

PREPARATION:

Turn on the frying pan for the salmon to about 6. Add the minced garlic as soon as the butter is melted. Now add a squeeze of lemon and a pour of white wine. I don’t do amounts but if I did I’d say about two tablespoons of lemon juice and maybe a 1/4 cup of wine.

Turn the rice and peas pots on to maximum. As soon as you see the butter and garlic start to cook, put the salmon fillets in upside down, skin side up. Make sure that the garlic is evenly distributed, because you want it to stick to the ‘good side’ of the salmon

As soon as the water for the rice boils, add the rice (one cup of water and one cup of rice for two people, adjust accordingly), stir and turn off the burner. Flip the salmon to the skin side down

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and cover with a lid. As soon as the peas water boils add enough to feed everyone.

Once the salmon is a nice pink shade all the way through, the rice will be ready. Take them both off the heat. The peas will be your cue to serve. Once they boil everything is ready. I use a chopstick to fluff the rice and here’s the secret to making rice palatable! Stir in a decent amount of Golden Italian Salad Dressing! (restaurants have been doing it forever and you never noticed). Yup!

Plate the salmon first, then add the rice and finally the peas. Garnish with some parsley and go serve an amazing meal to your family and or friends! Make sure the hound dog gets the leftovers. Take all of the credit! ■

PHOTOS: Unknown Chef

ACTIVE LISTINGS

all levels.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts

Thu Sep 26 Boogie-Woogie Elk Bugling

6:00 PM Department of Environment

Learn the call for these large members of the deer family to see if they respond and talk about the history of these ungulates in the Yukon and how they survive here.

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 injury-resistant. 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.c

Elderactive CGC Flexihall 9:00 AM

Canada Games Centre Yukon Elderactive has the Flexihall is Booked for you! Some activities get your heart pumping, while others get your mind engaged

Elderactive Pilates level 1/2 9:30

AM Northern Lights School of Dance

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Noon Strength and Conditioning

12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Functional strength class teaches compound multi-joint 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.

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

Move & Meditate - Slow Vinyasa Yoga 6:45 PM Avalanche Athletics Immerse yourself in a tranquil journey of movement and mindfulness with our Moving Meditation - Slow Vinyasa Yoga. http:// amitieyoga.ca

Spirit Bear Karate 7:30 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http:// spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts

7:30 PM

Rest & Restore-Meditative Yin 8:30 PM

Avalanche Athletics Suitable for all levels, oﬀering variations and props to support individual needs. Bringing a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended.

Tuesdays

Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00

AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for

6:00 AM

Séances de yoga 8:00 AM

Flow and Fly – Vinyasa Yoga 8:30

AM Grace Space This dynamic and invigorating practice is designed to awaken your inner strength and leave you feeling revitalized and empowered.

Elderactive Yoga with Richard until Oct 24 9:30 AM Northern Lights School of Dance explore the great variety the IYENGAR Yoga method has to oﬀer

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days

Martial Arts 12:05 AM

Yoga-Yoga Nidra 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio

Awaken and then release as we delve into a one hour yoga class that will prepare us to melt into the 30 minute Yoga Nidra experience. Register online.

Strength for the Endurance Athlete 12:00

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

Lunchtime Fitness Classes 12:15 PM

Northern Strength Academy Tuesdays classes are more resistance and strength focused and Thursday classes more HIIT cardio. Drop in & passes are available.

Elderactive Leisure Walking 12:30 PM

ElderActive Recreation Association Leisure Walking is similar to Nordic walking but is suitable for those who prefer a slower, more relaxed pace

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/ Evening Yoga 6:00 PM Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs eclipsenordichotsprings.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 nonproﬁt 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.

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM Stretch and Stabilize – Functional Conditioning 7:45 PM Grace Space Purposeful movement with our Functional Conditioning non-yoga movement class.

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/ Elderactive CGC Flexihall 9:00 AM Canada Games Centre Yukon Elderactive has the Flexihall is Booked for you! Some activities get your heart pumping, while others get your mind engaged

Elderactive Pilates level 1/2 9:30 AM Northern Lights School of Dance Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement! Register online.

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. Elderactive Pilates level 2 10:40 AM Northern Lights School of Dance Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement! Register online. http://cuts2. com/jiacg

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

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

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 9:30 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available.

eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yoga-classes

Thursdays Noon Hatha Yoga 12:00

PM Grace Space Energizing blend of Hatha and Kundalini with Pranayama (breathwork), Friendly and Community oriented space! Register online. http:// www.gracespaceyukon.com

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

Tai Chi Yukon outdoor practice 5:30 PM On the Wharf at the foot of Main Street. Call 335-4813 for more info.

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - teen classes Eight Days

Martial Arts 6:00 PM

Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

Saturdays

Flow & Fly – Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Avalanche Athletics A dynamic and invigorating practice is designed to awaken your inner strength and leave you feeling revitalized and empowered. All levels, Bring yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended. http://amitieyoga.ca

Saturday Morning Strength and Conditioning 10:15 AM Northern Strength Academy Full-body movements to improve functional strength. Suitable for all levels and aligns with NSA’s strength programming. https://northernstrength.

ca/

Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available.

eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yoga-classes

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

Open Mat Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

Sundays

Circus Sundays 10:00 AM Avalanche

Athletics We will have equipment for people to try out, including stilts, juggling stuﬀ, aerial silks, aerial hoop, static trapeze, spinny things, balance things…

NSA Spin Classes 10:00 AM Northern Strength Academy NSA oﬀers Indoor Cycling classes with certiﬁed instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/

Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available.

eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yoga-classes

WELLNESS LISTINGS

Tue Sep 24 Sew Feelie Hearts 12:00

PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre

Join Hospice Yukon for a Feelie Hearts workshop in our Drop-In space at the Women’s Centre. Sew a heart for yourself or make one to leave at the Centre for someone who might need it. Call 6672693 ext. 1 or dropin@vfwomenscentre.

com

Wed Sep 25 Family Violence Prevention

Gathering - Connecting for Change 8:00

AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Over 2 days we will have special speakers, panels , presentations, and numerous informative break out rooms all organized to spark conversations and connect our community. Register online.

Wed Sep 25 Living with Loss Online 6:30 PM Online learn about the nature of grief and the ways it can impact people experiencing diﬀerent forms of loss, plus practical tools for self- care

Fri Sep 27 Chanting for Healing 7:30

PM Alpine Bakery & Upstairs Experience the beauty and peace from repeated sound vibrations of mantra in a group environment. All abilities of body and voice are welcome and encouraged. Please pre-register online.

Tue Oct 1 Childbirth Education Classes 4:30 PM Teen Parent Centre A handson, interactive, 9 session prenatal class designed to cater to individuals of all ages at all stages of pregnancy. Register online.

Wed Oct 2 The Kidney Foundation

Luncheon 12:30 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Join us for a community conversation over lunch about kidney care and connection. To plan for lunch, registration is required for all attendees.

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.

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 Wednesday QYS 2SLGBTQIA+ Parent & Guardian Peer Support Nights 6:00 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 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

Last Monday 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

Last Sunday 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

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

Infant Feeding Mondays 1:00 PM Yukon Midwifery Program Yukoners who are pregnant or have a baby under 12 months are invited to learn about feeding their infants and get support with challenges. Call 393-7120 to book a private appointment or drop-in.

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) 6:00

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

Moms & Kids - Summer Rec Program

11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Womens

Centre Moms, aunties, and caregivers of all kinds, along with their kids ages 5 to 8.

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 #5 Hospital Rd. Room 1212

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 #5 Hospital Rd. Room 1212

His Eminence Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche, an accomplished master of Tibetan Buddhism, first came to Whitehorse in 1984 and established the Vajra North – Rigdrol Dechen Ling meditation society. Forty years later, we’re still going!

IN-PERSON SESSIONS resume October 6; ongoing monthly online sessions.

Are you a Yukon Artist interested in sharing your talents with students?

Artist in the School provides high quality, engaging and culturally diverse programming to students across the territory. Over the course of the school year artists from a variety of disciplines deliver arts instruction and experiences to elementary and secondary school students across the Yukon.

Are you a professional artist with proven teaching experience? We would love to hear from you! Artists from all artistic disciplines are invited to apply.

To take a closer look and/or apply go to artistintheschool.ca

Questions? Contact Marlene Collins, Artist in the School Coordinator: info@artistintheschool.ca or 867.332.1904

From Yukon Mountains to Coastal USA REFLECTIONS ON THE ROAD

In my previous article, Journey of a Lifetime, published on June 26, I shared the beginning of an extraordinary adventure. My partner, Sam, and I embarked on an epic road trip along the PanAmerican Highway, stretching 30,000 km from Alaska to Argentina over two years.

Now, three months into our journey, it’s a perfect time to share some of my photographs and provide an update on our travels.

The Journey So Far: Farewell Yukon

Our adventure kicked off with a ‘Farewell Yukon’ tour, where we dedicated five weeks to roadtripping from Whitehorse to Eagle Plains and around the Golden Circle route. As a landscape photographer, my main focus was to capture the breathtaking beauty of Yukon one final time before we moved on.

exchanges and how they can enhance your travels, visit my blog on my website.

The Journey So Far: West Coast America

August marked our entry into the United States, where we spent five weeks exploring the diverse landscapes of Washington, Oregon, and California. Each state offered its own unique allure, and I was fortunate to capture some remarkable images.

The Olympic Peninsula in Washington was a photographer’s dream, with its wild coastlines and lush, green forests. The Hoh Rainforest, in particular, felt like stepping into a primordial world, with its moss-draped trees and vibrant undergrowth.

The atmosphere was so distinct from the Yukon that it was as if I had entered a different realm.

In Oregon, I fell in love with

The Journey So Far: Canadian Chapters

After our farewell tour, we departed from Whitehorse at the end of June. Over the next three months, we meandered our way down to Los Angeles, soaking in the beauty of the Stewart Cassiar Highway, the Okanagan Valley, and the vast expanse of British Columbia.

To offset travel costs, we engaged in work exchanges–volunteering in exchange for food and accommodation. In Tulameen, we spent time tending gardens and in Abbotsford, we got our hands dirty doing some painting projects. These experiences helped to manage expenses but also provided us a refreshing break from driving. For more details on work

the coastal beaches, especially Bandon Beach. The stunning sunsets and dramatic sea stacks were breathtaking. One of my favourite photographs from this segment is of Bandon Beach, where the sunset cast a golden glow over the sea stacks, creating impressive silhouettes.

I even jumped into the frame to offer a sense of scale and capture the grandeur of the scene.

As we entered California, the immense size of the redwoods posed a challenge for photography but provided a humbling experience for me.

Walking through the Grove of the Titans, with my head tilted back to see the tops of these colossal trees, was awe-inspiring. Their grandeur and scale were a

stark contrast to any landscapes I have previously encountered.

After a few days in the forests, we then made our way towards San Francisco, where we camped with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge, and spent a few days exploring Yosemite National Park before continuing to Los Angeles.

At the time of writing, we are taking a brief hiatus in Europe to attend family events, then returning to Los Angeles. There, we will make final preparations for the next phase of our adventure: journeying into Mexico and beyond.

Viewpoint in British Columbia when a radiator hose developed a catastrophic leak.

Challenges Along the Road

No adventure is without its trials. Our van, affectionately named Mo, has experienced a few hiccups. A significant issue occurred at the Salmon Glacier

To descend the mountain, we had to fill the radiator with water from local waterfalls. Fortunately, a local mechanic provided a quick fix, and we were back on the road within an hour.

Budgeting has also been a challenge. Travelling in the U.S. has proven to be expensive, with basic campsites costing between $35 and $60 per night. The app iOverlander has been invaluable in finding affordable wild camping spots, though not all were picturesque.

Despite the challenges, we’ve managed to stay within budget and continue our journey.

Extreme heat has been another hurdle. With temperatures reaching up to 40C, living in a van can become uncomfortably hot. Our insulation keeps the interior around 10 degrees cooler than

outside, but the heat inside is still challenging. To cope, we’ve been spending the hottest days at the beach–an enjoyable strategy despite the circumstances!

Future plans: What’s next?

Upon our return to Los Angeles in early October, our focus will shift to van maintenance for a few days. We’ll have Mo inspected and perform necessary upkeep before continuing our journey into Mexico.

We plan to cross the border into Baja California and then take a ferry to the mainland. Although we don’t have specific destinations in Mexico yet, we intend to seek out work exchanges during our stay.

We aim to explore Mexico for three months and hope to reach Guatemala by Christmas. If you have recommendations for mustvisit places in Mexico, we would love to hear from you.

As we continue this epic journey, I remain grateful for such diverse experiences and the opportunity to capture some truly beautiful landscapes. Each new day brings fresh adventures and challenges, and I look forward to what lies ahead on the road from Mexico to Argentina.

Stay tuned for more updates as we progress further into our journey. You can follow our adventures and see more of my photography at facebook.com/nicolawilliamsonphotography, or nicolawilliamsonphotography.com ■

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Views of Conrad Creek: Golden sunlight on the mountains surrounding conrad creek campground light up at sunset

The Witches Hat on Bandon Beach: This iconic sea stack, silhouetted against the golden sunset, was a highlight of the Oregon coast

Blind Encounters

ART SHOWS

Until Sep 28 In Plain Sight & Geographies of Sound by Scott Price Arts Underground In the Focus Gallery an exploration of a common object, the pallet, to convey new ideas. In the Edge Galley, sound as a means to introduce new landscapes.

Until Oct 27 Growing Up With the Yukon - The Van Bibber family Arts Underground Showcases selections from almost two thousand photographs taken by the Van Bibber family between 1919 and 1965. https://www. artsunderground.ca/currentexhibitions

Until Nov 15 Kwändü nùchù n-zhà

– Early September Stories Yukon Arts Centre Gallery Celebrates the artists of the Northern Cultural Expressions Society, emphasising the healing, transformation, and sense of family nurtured through art.

come on down - skates for rent, concession open, YRD merch and DJ’s Katabatik & Toddelicious. Admission at the door - cash only! Sun Sep 29 JOTW - Montréal vocalist Laura Anglade Quartet 7:30 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre

A promising storyteller with a lot to say, she draws inspiration from Ella Fitzgerald, Shirley Horn, Billie Holiday, and Barbra Streisand, among others. Tickets online.

https://yukonartscentre.com/ Thu Oct 3 Jazz in the HallTelek Rogan 7:00 PM Old Fire Hall Educational vignette with jazz aﬁcionado Steve Gedrose, Telek Rogan Quintet with classic jazz combo format with a mix of bebop, Broadway standards and original tunes. Tickets online. https://yukonartscentre.com/

changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Tickets online or inperson at the box oﬃce. https:// yukonﬁlmsociety.com/schedule/ transformers-one

Tue Sep 24 Bridge - Bidding In The 21st Century 1:00 PM Riverdale Subdivision Whitehorse Open to all Beginners as well as Intermediate players - Tuesdays and Thursdays - Sep 24-Oct 17th(8 classes) Contact Chic Callas at 333 9792 or at chicgcallas@gmail. com

Wed Sep 25-27 EMR Library’s Gigantic Book Sale 8:30 AM Elijah Smith Building Gigantic Book Sale to benefit the Whitehorse Food Bank. A great selection of books including fiction, non-fiction, kids books and DVDs. Call 667-3111 or email emrlibrary@yukon.ca for more info or to donate

Clayton’s CAR CARE Tips

Batteries store energy that is needed to start your vehicle, there are a few things to remember about batteries.

Regular maintenance #1 is making sure the battery is secured properly so it doesn’t vibrate, keeping connections clean and tight at the terminal, with loose connections you may run into problems like vehicles won’t start, alternator not charging properly and could cause battery and alternator failure.

Making sure your battery is ready for the colder weather we see in the Yukon like adding a battery pad or battery blanket to keep it warm when the vehicle is not in use; by keeping the battery warm in colder weather you will get the most power out of the battery on start up.

Here is a side tip: if you don’t drive your vehicle on a regular basis and are experiencing battery problems, you could ask you local mechanic to install a low amp battery maintainer; this will keep your battery fully charged even when the vehicle is parked for a long time.

Until Nov 15 Abundance Yukon Arts Centre Gallery An exhibition of the latest acquisitions to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection. Featuring 15 Yukon artists, Abundance includes multi-media works.

LIVE MUSIC

Tue Sep 24 Chantal Kreviazuk

7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre JUNO and Grammy-winning artist Chantal Kreviazuk is doing a Canadian tour in celebration of the 25th anniversary of her iconic sophomore album Colour Moving and Still. Tickets online. https:// yukonartscentre.com/

Thu Sep 26 Live Music Trivia Night 6:30 PM Winterlong Brewing Co. Get ready for a night of testing your movie music knowledge while enjoying live performances from talented artists!

Thu Sep 26 Fundraiser Series for Road Dogs 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well Groove to some great music and help recoup losses of a forced close, aid in the move to a safe and more secure building and allow them to reopen their doors. Donations at the door.

Fri Sep 27 These Are The Songs That I Sing When I’m Sad 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre An intimate and joyous performance for one singer and an audience gathered around her piano, produced by Nightswimming. Tickets online. https://yukonartscentre.com/

Fri Sep 27 Dentdelion - The Band She & Garbageman 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well Local bands Dentdelion, The Band She and Garbageman, Show is 19+ ID required for entry - Doors open at 8:00 - music at 9:00 - cover charge at the door.

Fri Sep 27 Roller Disco - featuring DJ’s Katabatik & Toddelicious 8:00 PM Takhini Broomball Arena Dust oﬀ those wheelies and

Sat Oct 5 Folk Coffee House and Open Stage 7:00 PM Whitehorse United Church An all ages event that provides a performance venue for emerging and established musicians. Have 2 or 3 songs to share? Maybe some poetry or magic? Show up, sign up and perform! Cafe opens for drinks and treats, and a cash bar.

Monthly

Tuesdays

Acoustic Jam 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well Wednesdays

Karaoke 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well

Whitewater Wednesday 8:00 PM 98 Hotel

Thursdays

Ginger Jam 7:00 PM Lefty’s Well

Saturdays

Live Music at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill At Whiskey Jack’s every Saturday. whiskeyjacks.ca/

Sundays

Open Jam 8:00 PM 98 Hote

GENERAL EVENTS

Until Sep 26 Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Nightly + Matinees Yukon Theatre After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice. Tickets online or inperson at the box oﬃce. https:// yukonﬁlmsociety.com/schedule/ beetlejuice-beetlejuice

Until Sep 29 Borderlands Nightly Yukon Theatre Lilith, an infamous bounty hunter with a mysterious past, reluctantly returns to her home, Pandora, the most chaotic planet in the galaxy. Tickets online or at the box oﬃce. https:// yukonﬁlmsociety.com/schedule/ borderlands

Until Oct 10 Transformers One Nightly + Matinees Yukon Theatre

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who

Wed Sep 25 Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Casual, no lessons, just conversations. Wednesday’s noon, info call Louise 687-7238 or Michele 867-333-6081. Wed Sep 25 Fall FireSmart Info Sessions 6:00 PM Whistle Bend Elementary School Learn about FireSmart home assessments and how to reduce the risk of wildﬁres to your home and have the chance to ask questions and learn from our dedicated FireSmart team. For more info call 687-4512 or at ﬁresmart@whitehorse.ca

Wed Sep 25 Drinking with Scissors 7:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Craft kits will be available for purchase separately at the event. Our craft projects are suitable for all skill levels. All tools and materials are provided. Register online. Wed Sep 25 MaXXXine 8:30 PM Yukon Theatre In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past. Tickets online or in-person at the box office. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ maxxxine

Tue Oct 1 Beginner WeldingRocket Stove 5:30 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Learn the basics of MIG welding and make your own Rocket Stove - a small woodburning stove that feeds small sticks for fuel. Register online. https://yukonstruct.com/events/ Tue Oct 1 Intermediate Ceramics - Pottery Pumpkins 6:00 PM Arts Underground Learn how to make a pumpkin that can survive Yukon’s autumn weather without breaking a sweat! Materials are not included - to be purchased prior to the workshop. Register online. https:// arts-underground.myshopify.com/ collections/workshops

Wed Oct 2 – Sat Oct

PM The Guild Hall A hilarious

evisceration of the blind eye we all turn to climate change and the bacchanalian catharsis that awaits us, even in our own backyards. Tickets online.

Thu Oct 3 Soirée de bienvenue pour les personnes nouvellement

arrivées au Yukon 5:30 PM Baked Cafe Discover the Francophone organisations and services available to you while meeting people who, just like you, have recently arrived in the Yukon! Free, register online.

Fri Oct 4 Live Comedy - Katie-

Ellen Humphries ft. Ryan Williams

7:00 & 9:30 PM Boiler Room Lounge One of Canada’s most entertaining comedians, KatieEllen Humphries and headliner, Ryan Williams, as the feature act for the weekend! Tickets online.

Sat Oct 5 Live Comedy - Katie-

Ellen Humphries ft. Ryan Williams

7:00 PM Boiler Room Lounge One of Canada’s most entertaining comedians, Katie-Ellen Humphries and headliner, Ryan Williams, as the feature act for the weekend! Tickets online.

Mon Oct 7 Workshop - Copper

Pendants & Earrings 6:30 PM Arts Underground 2-day workshop, make a simple and beautiful copper pendant or pair of earrings with artist Glenn Piwowar. Register online.https://arts-underground. myshopify.com/collections/ workshops

Monthly

2nd & 4th Mondays Service

Ofﬁcer 7:00 AM Royal Canadian Legion Whitehorse An invite to all Veterans, Police and First responders for the service hour at the Legion, socialise and ﬁnd out what is going on. https://bit. ly/3Lm40ZG

2nd & 4th Wednesdays

Whitehorse Photography Club -

Meetup 7:00 PM Yukon University - Whitehorse Campus Held in Rm A2204. Discuss photography, share your work, learn new tips and tricks. http://whitehorsephotoclub. ca/

First Thursdays QYS Craft Night

7:00 PM Queer Yukon Society

The Cache This is a great place to gather and meet other queer crafters. And there will be tea of course. Regular drop-in is still available.

2nd Thursday QYS Movie Nights

5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache

Last Thursdays Repair Cafe 6:00

PM Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and see if it is ﬁxable using soldering irons, multimeters, and other tools. This easy introduction to electronics and small home appliance repair is a useful evening of DIY learning that you can take home.

2nd Thursday Music Trivia 7:00

PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Come on out and test your music knowledge! Teams of no more than 6 people.

3rd Sundays Messy Church 3:00

PM Christ Church Cathedral church for children and adults that involves creativity, celebration and hospitality. Crafts, singing and food will be the focus.

2nd & 4th Sundays Grade 8 – 12

High School Youth Group 6:00 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 Monthly

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 tricktaking 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 tricktaking 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? Looking for Competition? Join us!

SuperSmash Bros, Mtg: Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles

10 Card Crib - Members & Signed In Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Whether you are a seasoned crib player or a beginner, come play! Learn tips and tricks and have some fun! https://bit.ly/3KP0B5s

Wednesdays

Multicultural Connection Group

11:00 AM Multicultural Centre of the Yukon – MCY Connect with other parents and caregivers, learn about parenting in diﬀerent cultures. A free lunch program for immigrants and refugee families. Lunch and transportation provided. Call 332-1803 for more info.

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

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!

Mtg: Modern, Warhammer Age of Sigmar 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles

Thursdays

Public Speaking TrainingToastmasters 12:00 PM Decora 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

Fireweed Community Market

3:00 PM Shipyards Park Wonderful aromas, delicious fresh foods, and unique artisans from our approximately 70 weekly vendors. Grab a picnic dinner and get that special gift. Enjoy local live music and other amusements from buskers.

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.

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

Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society

Cribbage is an easy game to learn but hard to master. For more info call 668-5538.

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

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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

KIDS & FAMILIES

Until Oct 4 The Wild Robot Nightly + Matinees Yukon Theatre

From DreamWorks Animation comes a new adaptation of a literary sensation, Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning, #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot. Tickets online or inperson at the box oﬃce. https:// yukonﬁlmsociety.com/schedule/ the-wild-robot

Mon Sep 23 Coraline 6:00 PM

Yukon Theatre Come celebrate this Monday Night Classic’s 15th anniversary! Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, an 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealised version of her life. In order to stay in the fantasy, she must make a frighteningly real sacrifice. Tickets online or inperson at the box office. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/ coraline

Fri Sep 27 Arts & Crafts Kids PD Days Yukonstruct Makespace Join us for an unforgettable afternoon where creativity knows no bounds! Your little artists will leave with cherished memories, newfound skills, and their very own masterpieces. Register online.

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

Tuesdays

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

Parent-Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM The Child Development Centre Celebrates the power and pleasure of songs, rhymes and oral stories. Bonding time with your little one or to learn for later. Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/lj5

Let’s Create - Crafting Together 5:30 PM The Child Development Centre A fun crafting group for families with children aged 2 and up, light dinner will be served, transportation available. For more info call 332-4997 or email donna. light@yukon.ca

Wednesdays

Yukon Family Literacy CentreSummer Drop-In 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM Pioneer Hotel at Shipyards Park Summer drop-in, read, activities, learn and explore! If you are sick, please stay home. For more info call 336-8577

Community Connections 1:30 PM

Yukon Family Literacy Centre An intergenerational story time and craft program. Meet local elders,

have a coﬀee, do some crafts, and make a friend!

Thursdays

Transformations Along The Chu Nikwän 1:30 PM Yukon Visitor Information Centre Join Amber for a free walking tour every Thursday along the Whitehorse waterfront to learn about the Yukon First Nations people and the history of the Yukon.

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

Meetings

Thu Sep 26 Wilderness Tourism Association of the Yukon AGM 6:00 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Join us for an evening of industry networking, refreshments and some necessary organisational housekeeping. Your attendance and voice is important to us. Email info@wtay.com to register.

Weekly

Tuesdays

Rendezvous Rotary Tony’s Pasta and Seafood House 6:30 PM Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Tony’s Pasta and Seafood. Come and join us for fun, and fellowship.

Thursdays

Toastmasters Decora 12:00 PM Sundogs Toastmasters Club. Club is open to all interested parties and we provide constructive feedback to help develop public speaking skills.

Monthly

First Monday Klondike Snowmobile Association Board

Meeting 7:00 PM Sport Yukon https://ksa.yk.ca/coming-events/ Third Thursday ASAY board monthly meeting Sport Yukon 10:00 PM Third Thursday Yukon AntiPoverty 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-monthly-meetings

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.

DAUSSIE GIRL IN THE YUKON

PARKS CANADA’S OTENTIKS

have a camper or a tent to go out and enjoy the beautiful nature the Yukon has to offer? Well, Parks Canada has five Otentiks set up in Kathleen Lake campground.

What is an Otentik? It’s the perfect mix of tent and A-frame cabin that comes with raised floors, cozy beds and furniture, with wood stove; great for campers who want a little extra comfort without splashing out on all the gear.

Nestled on its own trail, the Otentik comes with an outdoor firepit for roasting your marshmallows, as well as a picnic table, bug

thankful for the fire and woodburning stove. We were having a great time, drinking, eating dinner, watching our kids try to kill themselves running around the woods. Then it was bedtime.

Our friends were extremely intelligent and brought a playpen to place their baby Jack in. We figured our son, Maverick, would just go to sleep. Yeah. That’s not how that panned out. Instead I was stuck putting him to sleep at 7 p.m. and thus being nap-trapped. Every time I tried to move, he’d wake up. So I guess it was my bedtime as well!

The night was spent mildly

tent and propane stove. When we arrived we used their little carts to move our gear from the parking lot to our little secluded spot, next to another couple who also had a one-year-old.

While unpacking and starting a fire, we discovered how incredibly quickly toddlers can move. And how much everything seems edible to them!

Although it was late August, fall was well on its way, so I was

sleeping as Maverick seemed to ninja kick in the head or crotch throughout the night. And then, little demon that he is, he woke up at 4 a.m. Smiling.

I was exhausted, but it’s not fair for everyone else to have to wake up at 4 a.m., too, so we couldn’t stay in the tent. Outside we went, where it was raining and pitch black. Summer had been so long, I’d forgotten how dark it can be, particularly without snow!

Instead of trying to play in the dark in the rain I figured I’d take him for a drive. Driving to Haines Junction seemed scary in

the pitch blackness and sprinkles of rain. We got to a parking place and noticed Maverick was asleep. Yes! I can nap in the car. As soon as

I was comfortable and ready to go to sleep he screamed bloody murder to wake up. Ugh!

It was almost 6 a.m. and I was worried about driving, so we went back to the campground as the light slowly came over the mountains.

Everyone awoke at 6 a.m. and we enjoyed our breakfast in the rain. It wasn’t the best weather to hang around, as the kids were shivering, even in their warm coats. So we bid goodbye to the Otentik and headed back to Whitehorse.

The Otentik can sleep up to six people and can be reserved online with Parks Canada. I highly recommend it for those looking to enjoy the beautiful outdoors of the Yukon. ■

Kylie Campbell-Clarke

Aussie Girl columnist Kylie Campbell-Clarke is an Australian writer and photographer exploring the Yukon. She has completely fallen in love with this place and has decided to call it home.

Your Otentik accommodations

Staying cozy and warm by the fire

Down by the water - enjoying life

PHOTOS: Kylie Campbell-Clarke