Let’s Build A Better Future For Waterfowl
Wetlands are vital for waterfowl reproduction. Unfortunately, encroachment by industry and humans is harmful.
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Connection and Healing: The Distances We Go
Learning to appreciate how much time and travel is needed when living in the Yukon can actually provide a calm perspective on life.
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Postcards: Yukon Microadventures
The summer days here in the Yukon are wonderfully long, and the midnight sun is perfect for going on adventures & microadventures.
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Let the gardening and foraging begin!
The days are longer, the temperatures milder—it is time to prepare for gardening, planting and foraging. Some tips to get you started!
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Adäka Cultural Festival Comes Back Into The Light—Renewed and International
The Adäka Cultural Festival returns with the light of many suns, in full swing and in person this year! June 29 to July 5 2022
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To Fold a Thousand Paper Cranes
It was a few bright spots against white snow that stood out. Upon further inspection, the remains of two slightly ripped square papers appeared. They
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Long Live the Dandelion
I saw my first dandelion of the season early this month, and it absolutely made my day. I love dandelions.
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Time to Celebrate: Birch Syrup Season is Done
Shift from birch sap for syrup, to sap for beer. “Oh yeah, beer concentrate is fun and easy, relative to syrup, and the vibe is all beer,”
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The pollination process for flowers can sometimes be a deadly affair
Pollination is the creation of other flowers through “sex.” However, unlike humans, sex between flowers is quite complex and very scientific.
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A Convivial Conveyance
Flying to Toronto on Air North: relaxation. No change of airline, no transfer of luggage. I figured they were also going to feed me.
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Paddlers are back and ready to race!
Yukon River Quest 2022 has 119 teams. The 2020 race was a no-go due to the pandemic, and 2021 was cancelled due to flooding.
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Pedal Power With Yukon Water Bikes
Water bikes are easy to use, and pedalling can get you out pretty far onto the lake, pretty quickly. “Come on!” he yelled. “Let’s race.”
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Summer: The wait is (almost) over!
What to do in the Yukon? Since summer begins on June 21, I have compiled a list of 21 super-fun things you can do in the Yukon,
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Honesty and recognizing folks’ value is hot this summer
Don’t immediately assume you are in a love triangle or that your partner is having an affair, each time you see the Three of Pentacles
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Celebrating Indigenous Culture, All Over The Territory
After two years, the organizers are busy getting back into the swing of preparing for National Indigenous Peoples Day in Whitehorse.
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Youth Today, Language Leaders Tomorrow
A new program through the Yukon Native Language Centre focuses on revitalizing traditional First Nations languages
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Dog Gone Long Time
How a traditional walk helps make sense of life. Learning about stamina and resilience between Colville Lake and Fort Good Hope
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Swipe Right: A Northern Love Story
A True Love Story set in a town of 40,000 in northern Canada. The universe proves my “Swipe Left, Swipe Right” (2017) story wrong.
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Fermentation: ‘Little Living Things’ in Our Food
Fermenting is transforming a food, usually in the absence of oxygen. Several types of fermentation exist: ethanol, acetic &lactic acid.
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It’s Time to Ride for Dad Yukon
The Yukon Ride for Dad, founded in 2010, is a fundraiser which supports seed funding for prostate cancer research
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Prosecco: Exploring Bevies That Sparkle
“I may not speak Italian, but I am fluent in prosecco,”. But where did this lovely fruity drink originate from
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Midnight Sun First Annual Ladies Disc Golf Tournament
This is a feel-good story about local women supporting other women and breaking down barriers. We are holding the inaugural Midnight Sun Ladies Disc Golf
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The Simplest, the Smallest and the Most Profound
I was heading to the land for a night, to stay in a small cabin near Atlin. It would be me and the three dogs.
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Four Driving Styles or attitudes
There is a lot going on while we are driving: There are four ways we can drive; we can be passive, aggressive, assertive or defensive.
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Grey Matters: Betwixt and Between
Emerging from COVID restrictions, & the dark cold of winter. What will you do to transition to the next phase of your life?
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Bobbi Rose Koe receives the 2021 Canadian River Heritage Award
30 year old Teetl’it Gwich’in woman Bobbi Rose Koe received the 2021 Canadian River Heritage Award. A lifetime achievement award.
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Welcome to my ADHD Brain
We hear ADD (or ADHD) tossed around, all the time. What does it really mean? When I forget where I put my keys, does it mean I have ADHD?
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Could You Survive In The Backlands?
If you drove to the forested backlands, could you actually survive a month, a week or even a single day? Yukon Survival.
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Welcome to Vaucluse and to Olive Oil, Wine and Sun-kissed Hills in the South of France
Mont Ventoux (literally Mount Windy). Not quite as impressive as the peaks of Kluane National Park and Reserve, at 1,909 m (6,263 ft), it is the highest mountain of the region. The “Giant of Provence” is also well-known to be the iconic climb during the cycling race, Tour de France.
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Tiptoe Through The ‘Poo-lips’
There is no Poop Fairy. So, unfortunately for dog owners here in Whitehorse, it’s their responsibility to pick up their pet poop.
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‘Poop Happens’ (and when it isn’t discreet, it’s even funnier)
Pooping is a vulnerable time for a dog. You will note how they curl up into position and look around to ensure that no predators attack them.
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The Transformation of Waste
Is it weird to lick your fingers while you’re making Chocolate Poop? Use a dark high-percentage chocolate, ideally locally ground if available.
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Parenting: ‘Sit’ Happens
My love for my 2 yr old whirlwind of chaos I’m certain of, everything else has me confused. Parents know true one doesn’t mean true the next.
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The ‘Inside’ Scoop on Healthy Poop
It turns out the Bristol Stool Scale is all about the quality of poop—not bar stools. We’ll tell you a little aobut healthy poop.
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‘Poop and the City’—The Whitehorse Sewage System
Where does our poop go after we flush? Turns out it is a journey after we flush, and we can help ensure that the system runs smoothly.
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Wandering Into the Known and Unknown
I decided to take myself for a drive to somewhere I had never been before. I ended up in the Donjek River Valley & Kluane National Park.
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Whitehorse Brunch Roundup
When planning a Mother’s Day outing in Whitehorse, once thing is certain: There are a “brunch” of options. We feature 3.
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‘The Force’ Courses Through the Paton Family
Josh Paton has always been a Star Wars guy. It’s common to see him in a different Star Wars T-shirt every night. He owns close to 90.
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Born on May the 4th (be with you)— Destined to be a Fan
“For me, now, Star Wars (SW) is a familiar universe where you know the rules,” reflected Mackenzie Grant. Mackenzie’s birthday is May the 4th.
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Comparing old with new in the Star Wars universe (and the future of the franchise)
When did you first watch Star Wars? How old were you? Who were you with? Who is your favourite character, and why?
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Trek Wars, Star Wars vs Star Trek
For the May the 4th (be with you) Robin is throwing down: Star Trek is better than Star Wars, in every way. We’re going to get some hate mail.
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“Vader’s Fist” in the Yukon
The 501st Legion (a.k.a. Vader’s Fist), a Star Wars costuming group, is in the territory. Hear from inaugural members of The Yukon’s Legion.
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A new Star Wars fan favours Darth Maul
My earliest memory of Star Wars is The Phantom Menace, released in 1999. My favourite character is the disturbed Sith Lord, Darth Maul.
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Yukoners in Star Wars cosplay
Yukoners in Star Wars cosplay. The Mandelorian, Chewbacca, Jawa and the Raven Sith.
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The Force Is Strong With This One
Johnson puts cultural history and the ways of The Force together. “we are Jedis!” he says, “look at an Elder and that’s a Jedi council member”
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Me and Willie
The 1969 spring carnival talent show was the talk of the town. I begged and pleaded, with my mom, for a dollar to go. She
Are the trees weeping?
I grew up in Canadian Shield country. Rocks were what I noticed and loved. A few kilometres north were remnants of the boreal forest,
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Take the Long View
How can we best support our fathers? Card: Three of Wands, Minor Arcana. I smiled when this card appeared about supporting our fathers.
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Finding Connections to Their Northern Roots
Yann Herry is drawn to true stories of daring. Ask him about his favourite characters in the Yukon’s Francophone history and he’ll tell you about
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Government Camping Fees Set to Rise This Year
World Class. That’s an adjective that sums up the beauty, majesty and ruggedness that is the Yukon landscape. So it’s no wonder that people from
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Vibing High with Sled Dogs Under a Winter Night Sky
Winter camping! Natalie wasn’t comfortable dogsledding trails melted into slick iceShe offered an alternative. “We can take the Skandic!”
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Whitehorse’s Japanese Taiko Drumming Ensemble
“We were practicing with garbage bins,” said Yoko Oda of Whitehorse’s Japanese Taiko Drumming. “Finally, we got the funding,”
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Three voices on the love of snowmobiling
Notes from ‘Sled Head Lane’ Three voices on the love of snowmobiling “You need to have an intimate relationship with your snow machine.”
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KDFN citizen Doronn Fox handcrafted drums for Elders in Whitehorse’s long-term care homes
KDFN citizen Doronn Fox, Helping to reconnect Elders in care through traditional drumming. Part of a series featuring Citizen success stories.
Small Graces Can be Hard to Find, but Should always be Celebrated
This March I’ve decided that instead of my usual grumpiness about the wind and the cold, I’d try to stay focused on the “small graces”
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Having the Right Gear Can Make or Break a Day of Hunting
Hunting gear is a big investment. Your summer and fall gear must perform when you need it to. Your gear has to keep you warm, dry and alive.
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‘Round and ‘Round We Go
Roundabouts, we all love to hate them but a traffic circle can be useful. Whitehorse had one on the top of Two Mile Hill in the 70s.
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Tarot: Seek Justice with Perspective
Tarot Question: How can we best support Ukraine? The Cards: Justice, Major Arcana XI. The Deck: The Rider-Waite Coleman-Smith
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The Battle at the Mad Trapper Bar
Northerners; we tell stories. Our northern stories are our wealth & our identity. They are about independent, hardy people full of character.
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The ABCs of Happiness During a Pandemic
Whatever life passes your way it worth reflecting on how to live your life in the most healthy and happy way possible.
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An Ode to Irishness for St. Patrick’s Day
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, and with mandates being eased for public spaces, it is likely that those of us deprived of
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Dawson City is getting ready to host its annual Thaw di Gras Spring Carnival
Dawson City is getting ready to host its annual Thaw di Gras Spring Carnival. Get Ready for Some Outrageous Winter Fun!
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Telling the Yukon’s Untold Stories
When Paul Gowdie first learned about the hundreds of Black soldiers who worked on constructing the Alaska Highway in the 1940s, he was surprised. “I’m
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The value of hunting & fishing to tourism in the Yukon
Since the early Gold Rush days, hunting and fishing have played a major and valuable role in tourism in the Yukon.
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Storytelling Specialist Honoured for Excellence and Leadership in Teaching
Patricia Joe, of KDFN, recognized as an Outstanding Indigenous Educator. She credits her grandparents for gifting their knowledge to her.
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Whitehorse Photography Club: Wildlife photos
Whitehorse Photography Club’s entries for “Celebration of Nature” photo contest. Whitehorse finished 5th of 20 clubs with147 points.
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Blue collar North: Tundra twins
In early 1970s young skiers from Finland, Sweden, more countries came the Mackenzie Delta to race the best Cross Country skiers,
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Environmental reading isn’t all doom and gloom
It’s a new year. Many of us are gleefully planning must-read books for this year, even if every year our ambition leads to a stack
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The Percy DeWolfe Memorial Race kicks off March 3, 2022
He defied death. He raced against time. What better way to honour the “Iron Man of the North” than The Percy DeWolf Memorial Race.
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Tarot: Homecoming for the heart
Tarot: Six of Wands, Minor Arcana Rulerships: Leo. Element: Fire. Colours: Orange, Red. Time: Noon. Direction: South. Season: Summer.
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When Gatherers Become Gardeners
Mid-winter Potato, Kale and Cheddar Pie. A hearty, cheesy, main course that only needs a side salad for a satisfying mid-winter meal.
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Talismans: Attracting a way through difficulties
A talisman is a physical object that holds specific meaning and intention. Talismans remind us events are cyclical and the magic remains.
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Fitness by firewood
A Yukon retiree, 75, has three readily apparent options for a productive summer fitness program: 1. Fishing, 2. Golf or 3. Firewood.
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Grey Matters: Valentines delivered
Who’s whining? Never! Well … friends and family have brightened my day. There are lots of valentines that go out.
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Tuktoyaktuk part 2: The Arctic Ocean
Our journey continues to Tuktoyaktuk. Tips on things to see and do: Climb a Pingo, Arctic houses, Arctic Ocean, muktuk at Grandma’s kitchen
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Grey Matters: Christmas memories
I’ve just finished “taking down Christmas” for another year. I love the ritual; the small, silent, solitary ceremony of this dismantling.
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The road trip begins: Tuktoyaktuk on The Dempster Highway
When the Tuktoyaktuk (Tuk) highway officially opened Nov. 15, 2017, I wanted to drive it to the Arctic Ocean.
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Baby surprises parents despite best-laid plans
Overall, I was blessed with a healthy pregnancy. I was aware that being in decent shape helped birth and committed to walking every day, with
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Advice on dealing with bullies and bullying?
TAROT: Advice on dealing with bullies and bullying. Two of Pentacles reminds us, change is possible, not linear and often unpredictable.
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Haines, Alaska: Food scene still vibrant even during a pandemic
A trip to Haines reveals things have been far from quiet in the small town of 2,500. The food and beverage scene is thriving.
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Five years of kicking up a storm
As the Kicksled Revolution rings in its fifth birthday, owner and founder Anne Middler reflects on the past & what she hopes will come.
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Photography: Fish Lake Rd. Marshlands
The morning sun back lit the ice fog rising from the open water in the marsh lands on Fish Lake Road during our recent -40 cold snap.
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Ruth Lera: Energy Healer, Meditation Teacher and Writer
I spent a night trying to decide. By the next morning, I decided teaching meditation and energy healing was the right fit for me.
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Grey Matters: Reflections on time
I’m convinced time is speeding up. I remember being told “coming soon! Those things weren’t “soon” Now, at 72, everything comes much sooner
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The Fiddler in the North
Simon Crelli is a Yukon musician with quite an impressive resume, and a mentor to many of the territory’s young musicians.
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Taking (laughing)stock of the best of the Naramata Bench
The scenic Naramata Road passes a selection of my favourite vineyards. Our destination this day was Laughing Stock Vineyards.
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Cataract Surgery: A modern medical miracle
There are only two things you need to know if you are considering cataract surgery to prevent spending your retirement years like Mr. Magoo
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Breathe with Perspective: Advice on dealing with anxiety
Question: What will help us deal with anxiety? The Card: Queen of Swords, Minor Arcana Rulership: Scorpio. Element: Air. Colours: White, yellow. Time: Dawn. Direction:
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To catch a chipmunk: It’s not as easy as you might think
I stashed a few peanuts in an awkward place I was fairly certain would prevent the conniving squirrels, but tempt the chipmunk.
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Grey Matters: Grip and gripes
I’m coming to grips with how bad my grip is. Some things that have gotten better with time, my ability to tolerate my arthritis has not.
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Craving Crepes? Crêperie La Petite-Maison brings French food to Yukoners
Crêperie La Petite-Maison brings French food to Yukoners. Morin & Veniatare passionate & Yukoners are crazy about their crêpes.
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New kid in the park: Hello, bonjour! Welcome to Kluane National Park and Reserve
I’d moved 2,000 kilometres north, alone, for a 4-year term in a little place called Haines Junction. At Kluane National Park and Reserve
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Nose to tail : Don’t overlook the offal when meal-planning this winter
Offal —literally “off-fall”— refers to those parts of an animal carcass that have fallen off during butchering. While muscles represent more than a third of
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The quilt of many poppies
Joseph Novak is a World War ll veteran and possibly the last in the Yukon who served overseas. Joe moved into Whistle Bend Place early
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Misfits versus City Hall – Part 3
Contrary to the adage “You can’t fight City Hall,” we had – and we’d won. A 25c raise sounds like peanuts. The fact is we received a 33% raise
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Sam McGee Hike from Conrad
If you’re looking for an adventure day hike with rewarding views at top, look no further than the Sam McGee trail near Conrad Campground.
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Planes, trains and automobiles
Tullis, 83, likes to build. A retired heavy duty mechanic, the airplane, steam engine & Ford Model T occupied him for the last 30 years.
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Grey Matters: Age-friendly outdoors
“Mr. Spock,” my 1998 camper van (pure luxury) is put to bed. My old arthritic bones will no longer take sleeping on the cold, hard ground.
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Misfits versus City Hall – Part 2
How to put a system in place that all of the companies could trust. First eliminate the bad blood between the companies.
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Cranberry bounty
Old-fashioned jelly roll, made with cranberry jam, not jelly, and finished with whipped cream, Amaretto and toasted sliced almonds.