Bouncing Baby Bunnies
Rabbits are cute, entertaining, fairly easy to train and make wonderful pets. But are they right for you? Not all rabbits are as easy to […]
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One Way or Another
As you emerge from your dream, your senses start warming up; first you hear that familiar hiss, snap burble, then that sweet aroma reaches into
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Is That All There Is … To Kicking-Punching-Throwing?
Could you please teach my son some self-discipline? He seems to be hitting people at school and I need help dealing with this type of
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Where Has All the Time Gone By?
Yoga is not a “one-size-fits-all” activity. A Yoga practice should reflect where we are in our life. As we age, we become less resilient.
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A Cherished Symbol of Easter
As the traditional flower of Easter, the lily longiflorum is highly regarded as a joyful symbol of beauty, hope and life. Two of the greatest
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The Many Faces of Martial Arts
What does the name “martial arts” bring to mind? For many, it is fighting and whatever form that takes. To others, it evokes oriental mysticism
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Fit ‘n’ Healthy: The Ever-Changing World of Exercise
Each year, we usually see the latest fitness trend or a new style of training. This year doesn’t look like much is changing in the
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Conquering ‘Mount Equinox’
Equinox Ice Towers offer, in addition to regular climbing, an ice hike with fixed ropes up tunnels, through slopes and across bridges.
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Ocean Carnage
It was November 2005 and we were headed to the Adventure Racing World Championships in New Zealand. The five-day race was going to start with
Recruiting the Right Mix to Launch Forward
I’ve been writing for Whats Up Yukon over the last couple of months discussing the birth of my longtime dream – Cycle to Walk –
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Tulips: Harbingers of Spring
Tulips are one of the world’s most easily recognized and loved spring flowers. For lasting enjoyment, purchase tulips in a tight bud stage, where the
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Skateboarding Through ‘The Horse’
Jorden Murray had an unusual motive for moving to the Yukon: he came to Whitehorse to skateboard. Murray’s skateboarding has inspired him to travel and
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DNF? OK. TTFN!
Most people consider a DNF (Did Not Finish) a blot on their race record. After calling it quits halfway through the Yukon Arctic Ultra on
Yukoner is an Explorer in the Far South
“What have I done? Can I handle this?” Devon McDiarmid had just stepped off the plane in Antarctica and, although it was for the fifth
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If the City is Full, When Does it Get Dark?
The level of education of the coffee customer has moved well beyond the expectation of the beige-coloured dishwater from the corner gas station. Along with
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Romancing Your Yoga Practice
In this day of scientific scrutiny, even love can be examined in the lab. The brain hormones such as oxytocin, serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine create
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Fit ‘n’ Healthy: Getting Older and Stronger
BY GUEST COLUMNISTS DAN LANG BILL STEWART We are not sure at what age one enters one’s “dotage”, but there is no doubt that we
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Free Fun at the Library
I have to give credit to my wife for this column. Leonie suggested we take a trip to the Whitehorse Public Library, something I have
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Horse Lovers Lay Down the Law
There are exciting developments in the Yukon horse community. At the last meeting of the Yukon Horse and Rider Association, I learned of an exciting
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A Whole Latte Love
Many of you may recall the first time you ventured to order a latte and were astounded that the cashier wanted four bucks. “For a
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From Good to Great in 427 Easy Steps
I often write about encouraging people to feel comfortable and relaxed while skiing. This is a good way to feel and is a large part
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This toughest race in the world is not for the dogs
“Sleep?” Jessica Simon asks incredulously. “Hardly ever!” This is, after all, the Yukon Arctic Ultra, a race that follows the trail of the world’s toughest
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The Compelling Saga of the Yukon Quest
The most startling thing about the beginning of a sled dog race is the transition of the dog teams from loud, noisy bundles of muscled
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Words Aren’t What They Used To Be
Do you find that words somehow start cropping up all over the place? Words that you never really ever heard before … at least not in
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Summer is 10 Steps Away
Spring is officially here. Which means we now have 11 weeks until summer. That’s it. Just 11 weeks to get ready for shorts, tanks and
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The Return of ParticipACTION
If you are between the ages of 35 and 55, chances are you are familiar with ParticipACTION. Heck, I am 32 and I remember it
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The Art and Science of Fresh Cut Flowers
When you are given a bouquet of fresh flowers, what do you do? Naturally, you look for a vase and fill it with fresh water.
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