“I’ve been thinking about water for about five or six years,” said artist Joyce Majiski. While walking the beach in Spain she was struck by the large amount of garbage that was getting washed in with the tide. And then, one day, she was struck with a vision of building a whale out of garbage.
Have you managed to adjust to the shortened daylight hours? In our family, we have our own tradition of a solstice fire on Dec. 21. It is a time to reflect on the past year, burn away the old and make wishes for the new.
Light and reflections Read More »
If it’s right as rain, it’s as it should be; it’s normal and expected; it’s right on track, exactly as anticipated. It also refers to a congenial frame of mind, or even a state of physical comfort.
It’s raining, it’s pouring (but it’s still all right) Read More »
The Porcupine Caribou Herd is one of the largest barren-ground caribou herds in North America. It numbered approximately 220,000 when it was last counted in 2017, a record-breaking high. Despite this, the herd faces challenges.
Learning from the land Read More »
Learn about drawing with fire and its transformation into pyrography, showcasing artistry and craftsmanship through the ages.
The fine art of drawing with fire Read More »
The present book, one of several projects Michael Gates has had on the go since he retired, is one he was commissioned to write by Victoria Gold, the owners of the Eagle Gold Mine.
Christopher Wheeler has had a long-standing dream to become an author. When COVID-19 arrived, it brought with it the opportunity for him to pursue this
A Parade of Dreams Read More »
The SS Klondike was doing its best to be seen through the ice fog rising from the Yukon River during our -40 cold snap in January.
Yukon See It Here: Steve Wilson Read More »
Here we are, much older than we used to be and almost all of us suffer from the discomfort of arthritis in various places.
Even at a moderate level of pain we find ourselves avoiding lifting, bending, and reaching, as all of those movements – and especially something sudden – hurts.
Arthritis: Minimize the difficulty Read More »
Thirteen year old Isaiah Silas has had a love for comic books from a young age. This admiration inspired him to teach himself to draw, and has since grown into a talent that he hopes to expand into a successful business, making and selling comic books.
This delicious meal builds on the recipe for simple shredded duck, which appeared in the Dec. 16 issue of What’s Up Yukon, and is available online.
Duck, Boursin, and arugula sandwiches Read More »
Embrace Mentorship Month as a time of growth, perseverance, and early morning dedication for young athletes in training.
What builds our youth? Read More »
Bow Arrow Tarot- guidance for this holiday season through a collective reading to cope with change.
Do not drown in nostalgia this holiday season Read More »
Last-minute shoppers are sure to find something for a friend or family member at Yukon Artists @ Work. There are also lots of small treasures for topping up stocking, or add some sparkle to what has been a very strange and difficult year.
The Christmas elves of YA@W Read More »
There is a famous vegetarian restaurant in New York City called Dirt Candy. Someday I will get there, but, in the meantime, I love the
Discover how to impress guests with craft cocktails as an amateur mixologist, using fresh ingredients and unique flavours.
A Calling for Cocktails Read More »
The Coronavirus lockdown and physical distancing has led us to trying to find activities to keep ourselves busy. The stress and uncertainty have played havoc
I grabbed these sparkling photos in March 2018. Hey Rihanna, come to the Yukon! We have “Diamonds in the Snow!” Camera: Nikon Coolpix B500 [box]
Yukon See It Here – Steve Wilson Read More »
This is the second part of the story of Jessy the dog, who got lost in the wilderness around Skagway this past summer.
Skagway community rallies to find Alberta couple’s lost dog – Part 2 Read More »
I took these photos in June while on an early Sunday morning walk along the Yukon River path in downtown Whitehorse. I spent a week
Living With Wildlife: Reisha Turpin Read More »
