A Threat From Outer Space, Landing in Dawson City
A Threat From Outer Space is making its way to Dawson City in the form of live hip-hop. Talking with Tameem Barakat, lyricist for the […]
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MacBride Museum Sings
I had heard Yukon musicians were sometimes showcased at MacBride Museum. The idea of a museum as a music hall was rather intriguing and I
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Should employees be allowed to use work computers for personal use?
THOSE WHO SAY YES, SAY: As computers become more and more sophisticated, they become more and more useful. And, the more useful they are, the
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70ish Teams Vying For Dustball Crown
It is no surprise George Arcand, executive director of Softball Yukon, is busy when called at his Whitehorse office. “I’m just putting together the schedule
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Locals to Organize Dome Run
The Air North Midnight Dome Race is set to go July 19. The Saturday morning sprint that begins in front of the Palace Grand in
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Vocalizing your Yoga Practice with Kirtan
Our first instrument is our voice. For those who are closet singers such as myself, Kirtan, a form of sacred chanting, is one of the
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Zero Calories? Only in Moderation
Artificial sweeteners are everywhere these days. People are using them as a low-calorie alternative to sugar while giving our sweet tooth what it desires. From
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The McLean Lake Mystery
McLean Lake is a special place nestled within pristine wilderness only minutes from town. It’s the kind of place that needs to be cherished and
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Tying a Babine Special Variation
This Babine Special is widely used for Pacific salmon and steelhead. The original pattern uses marabou, chenille and soft white hackle. The chenille is now
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A Musical Neighbour From the East
Whitewater Wednesday Jam Nights at Flipper’s Pub aren’t just for showcasing local talent. Entertainers from far and wide, who are spending time in the territory
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Artist In Full Bloom
During the cold months, Lara Melnik was preparing reminders of warmer days. “It was a long, dark winter so I made flowers,” she says of
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The Decades of Dawson
As you cruise along the dusty road, you know you’ve made it once the red and white tent is in sight. It’s like the ‘X’
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No Doubt About It
We came for our second visit, Our first was a decade ago, To this time less land of the midnight sun, We actually stayed on
Harbour Offers Shelter to Yukon Writers
With some 140 Canadian book publishers to choose from, let alone those in other countries, it can be a challenge for a writer to decide
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DCMF: Small, Respectful, Exhausting Fun
When Tim Jones moved to Dawson City last February, to become the Dawson City Music Festival’s producer, he wasn’t prepared for the enthusiasm. “There is
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Sometimes Fear Gets the Better of Skill
Leaving Tagish at 7 o’clock in the morning, I felt like that little kid in the snowsuit in the Robert Munsch book. After one button,
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The Gateway to the Yukon Greets Visitors With a Smile
Watson Lake, the Gateway to Yukon, has much to offer to visitors and Yukoners alike. Just stop in at the Watson Lake Visitor Information Centre
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Angling for a Campground
Tarfu Lake Campground is relatively close to Whitehorse, at only 159 kilometres, and that’s even when you take the long way. Last year’s campground guide
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Artist, Art Students and Canadians
An important painter/sketch artist of the Yukon, Yvette Bourque, has done a lot for the artistic community since she arrived. Artistic event organizations are often
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Create a Pet Friendly Garden
I have always enjoyed my pets in the garden. At 15 years, our ginger cat Casey is well into his lounging years. From the bench,
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Old Thinking on Young Drinkers
Time Magazine recently did a story called, Should You Drink With Your Kids?. While the data contained in the story is generally U.S. based, we
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Charred to Perfection
With the escalating price of salmon, any Northerner worth his or her salt is looking for other fish to fry. While Arctic Char is used
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There’s Yukon Gold In Them Thar Hills
Now that we are about half way through the growing season, it is a good time to take stock and evaluate the growth of your
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A Great Fishing Trip Ends at the Barbecue
This time of year is a great opportunity to grill fresh fish, whether caught by you or purchased from a local retailer. Rainbow trout, lake
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We Are Driving Each Other Crazy
As a father, I am always looking for “learning situations” … much to the delight of my children I am sure. One such lesson came
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Puppet Show Has Legs … and Cam
Cloaker sits forlorn on a bookshelf in Brian Fidler’s studio, watching the exciting life of Cam and Legs unfold. It should be explained that Fidler,
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Wet Weather Boredom and Blah’s
Now I’m not complaining about all the rain we’ve gotten over this summer. I would much rather have mud then forest fires. And the grass
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Joe Henry’s New Dog Team
Haven’t I already told you the story about my run-in with Joe Henry’s dog team? Well, many years ago, shortly after I came to the
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