Get Ready to Hit the Road
The Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay (KCIBR) registration for the 2026 race is now officially open.
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Tails at home: bandaging pearl
Pearl is quite the character—smart, loyal, trustworthy and funny. She is a purebred border collie, without sheep or a specific job.
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The Early bird gets the…Potamogeton
The first birds have arrived at Marsh Lake and other areas of open water in southern Yukon. They are here to feast…
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Teach them to Fish
As the saying goes: Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.
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‘Chauffeuring’ Bébé
When Ruth realized that her house felt empty of cats, she reached out to the local shelter to see if there were any older cats…
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Tales on Trails — Trappers’ Troubles
Yukon trapper Steve Paconi, with his wife Carol, trapped this area with their dog team (and a cat!). That was during a time when trapping…
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the Arctic Winter Games Return
Whitehorse will host the 2026 Arctic Winter Games (AWG) from March 8 to 15. With the 2020 edition set to take place in Whitehorse…
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Tales on Trails — Feathers
We were putt-putting along the trail, with Paul riding the snow machine while I was standing in the back of the toboggan.
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Love’s Form
The muse for this column was an article I wrote 11 years ago, inspired by a question posed by a friend: “What is love? Seriously.”
I Will Always Remember This
I have written stories for What’s Up Yukon magazine describing how a split-second decision led me to move to the Yukon.
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The True North Strong and free
National anthems at sporting events are fairly common. For us, here in Canada, that can often mean needing bilingual singers.
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‘Hare’ Comes a super-peak
While five species of rabbits and hares (leporids) can be found across Canada, the Yukon is home only to the snowshoe hare.
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Is this really normal?
My first mother used to suck her teeth. Not visibly and not loudly, but loud enough for me to hear and be irritated by it.
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The lowdown on lichen
At first thought, lichen might not be the most-engaging conversation topic. It might even evoke glazed looks from a date…
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the self-created being
Jessica Hall first made a film about the late James Kirby in 2017, during summer solstice. The short documentary was called Left Hand Path…
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Tales on trails — wolves
Do they start whining, not leaving your side, begging you to turn around? Or are they interested and wanting to explore?
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Burned the building but not the bond
Nearly a year has passed since the fire that destroyed the Tagish Community Centre and library on March 12, 2025—a moment that stopped…
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Lessons in Travelling with a baby
You know that really safe space you have at home? The one with your baby’s favourite toys? The one that has been baby-proofed?
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A New Vision for a new Year
I literally got my new vision early in November 2026 … cataract surgery! For those of you who have had it or know of someone…
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A woman Must Save Herself
British author Beth Lewis has done what few novelists who wrote about the Klondike Gold Rush have attempted: written a historical…
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A Gallery and A Garden
IIn 2020, in response to the closing of public spaces due to the pandemic, Nicole Bauberger created a gallery on the trails…
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Third Time’s a Charm for Paris Pick
With her third album out, the B.C.-based singer-songwriter looks back on her time in the Yukon Paris Pick is still well-known in the Yukon. Though
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Santa’s Magic Key
Theresa Gatien, a Whitehorse- and Atlin, B.C.-based author, will be signing copies of her new children’s book in Atlin and in Whitehorse.
A Food Bank ‘Lifer’
Volunteering is just one of those things I’ve always done. I like being helpful. As my children grew, I would usually work with a parent…
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A Proper Dawson Send-off
Writers-in-residence at Berton House have only two responsibilities, aside from being inspired by the place. They are to do public readings.
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Hogwarts for the Holidays
Until 2008, I carried on Christmas traditions from my childhood. I wrapped presents, made a fancy meal, did some decorating and sang along with carols.
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Creating Community Connections
Lately, I have been thinking about community and the part that animals play in bringing us together. As a registered veterinary…
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Was It Fluke Or Fate? Part 3 Of 3
One couple’s journey of buying a home in The Yukon, where hope meets excitement during the negotiation process.
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Madame Tremblay – Part 2 Of 2
Part 2 of the story of Madame Tremblay on the Fortymile River and her unforgettable experiences in the Yukon wilderness.
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt11
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. For this occasion, short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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Fabric Of Joy
A story about Gabrielle’s new-found affection for an old relic of the past stemming from a benign cold on a paddling trip – the handkerchief
An Afternoon Snapshot Of Audrey McLaughlin
Kim has a lovely afternoon tea and conversation with our own Audrey McLaughlin about her impressive career and her retirement
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Defcon 4: Conflict, Community, Creativity
Jayden Soroka and Louis-Phillipe Roy are the organizers of DEFCON 4, the largest board-game convention ever held in the Yukon
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt10
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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Gordie Tentrees is reconnecting with home
Gordie Tentrees is going to spend some time at home this winter writing, recording and nourishing his creativity
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Gearing Up For November 1
As summer ends and the upcoming trapping season looms, Sonja explains the anticipation, excitement and preparations with getting ready to go
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Visions From The North Premiers In Whitehorse
Visions From The North is Etienne Geoffroy-Gagnon’s first skiing documentary since stepping away from Team Canada’s ski team
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OMG! Pines
Carl introduces us to the pines that he’s been growing for years, and a little bit about needles. Well – the one’s that he can remember!
First Hunt, And My Son’s First Grouse
A reader submission by Erin traces us through her family’s journey through education, practice and finally her son’s first Grouse
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A Time For Everything
In his latest column, Gary tells us how a random search for a used skidsteer turned into a solid investment for their property in Mendenhall
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Alyssa Bunce Talks New Performance Piece – Our lady of the home
Alyssa talks with Manus about growing up in the Yukon, training in Montreal, and bringing her first independent production home to perform
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Light In A Dark Room
For us in the Yukon and across the North, the lack of winter sunlight has an impact on our lives. A ‘depression party’ might be just what you need!
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt9
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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House Paint From Here
I came across a recipe for house paint that uses clay, sand, flour and a small amount of borax, which is a laundry booster
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What To Expect While Expecting Four Legs 3/3
The long 11-month wait was over, and it was evident with every minute that went by, that we had a little superstar on our hands
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Troubleshootin’ Tom — Part 3
Carey continues with part 3 of his series about the colourful Troubleshootin’ Tom, his struggles and successes over the years of trucking
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OMG! (That Was Loud!)
Carl takes us on a funny journey through proper and improper ways to lower the toilet seat at home, in public and in the outhouse
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Yukon Ladies Ask
Kylie introduces us to Kaley-lynn Hewitt-MacDougall, the founder of the local ladies support group on Facebook called Yukon Ladies Ask
Our Own Junior Canadian Ranger Patrol
The 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG) and a number of Junior Canadian Ranger (JCR) patrols also operate around our territory
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Ground For Discovery
We acquired forested land on the shore Lake Laberge. To get more familiar with the property, I organized a weekend campout.
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Brandon Isaak Returns This Fall
With a new record titled Walkin’ With The Blues, released in June, Brandon Isaak’s fall tour will see him return to Whitehorse in October
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Yukon In Zurich
The Honouring Our Future exhibition will be shown at NONAM until Sept. 28 and will then return to North America for further consideration
Barn Dance Before You Die
I taught folk dance to students through the Artist in the School program, maybe there’s a story about life, and how to live it through that?
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Bothersome Bugs
We have camped throughout the summer months in the Yukon, and the annoying insects have earned a variety of monikers for good reason
A Penny For Your Thoughts
Gramma Josephine shares the idiom of ‘A Penny For Your Thoughts’ and reminisces about when pennies were treasures to be collected
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What To Expect While Expecting Four Legs – Part 2 of 3
In Part 2 of this series, Rita takes us through the preparations, pleasures and pitfalls of breeding horses on her farm, Goldsmith Morgans
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt8
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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‘Flipping Through’ A Yukon Summer
During the summer, you want to experience the beauty and fun of each page, so flip through the pages slowly to savour moments and memories
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Small Dog, Big Lesson
I have always been a dog person so when a friend asked us to dog-sit her corgi, Jayja, I said yes without hesitation
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What To Expect While Expecting Four Legs – Part 1 of 3
In Part 1 of this series, Rita takes us through the preparations, pleasures and pitfalls of breeding horses on her farm, Goldsmith Morgans
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Paddle On For Yvonne
The Yvonne Harris Memorial Race will start at 6 p.m. Aug. 13 at Rotary Park. Stories and tributes will be shared at the Takhini River Bridge
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt7
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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This Year’s Tombstone Artist In Residence
Melissa Naef, a Dawson City–based artist, will create new pieces and lead workshops from Aug. 2 to 15 during her Tombstone Artist Residency
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Much Too Much
Some things to consider when searching for that special “something” For many buyers, these garage sales can be a great thing for their budgets. This
Bringing Puppetry To Osaka, Japan
The Open Pit Theatre will present two shows a day on the main stage of EXPO 2025’s Canadian Pavilion from Aug. 18 to 23 in Osaka, Japan
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The Musical Journey of A Lyricist & Melody-Maker
Over her musical career Kim Beggs has been nominated for music awards numerous times and is always writing and playing music whenever she can
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More Than Words
Ernest Chua and Colin Dorward’s Without Saying exhibition is on display at the Yukon Arts Centre until Aug. 29
Yukon Francophone Women Pt6
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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The Covergirls Are Back
The Covergirls are back, and the fire never went out—it was just waiting for the right moment to flame again.
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Creating A ‘Space Of Connection’
I love diving into folk music—la musique du peuple!—to learn its codes and understand its roots. That naturally influences my songwriting.
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I Am Kháganê
Alexis (Kháganê) Smith is a young 17 year-old Tlingit/Kaska woman, an emerging writer with aspirations of pursuing law in the near future
Campers Love To Eat — Adventures With Food On A Stick
Is it the fresh air? Is it all of the hiking, swimming and camping activities? Everything tastes better when we are outdoors
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Diyet & The Love Soldiers Fall Release
Kluane-originated artist Diyet van Lieshout talks new music, upcoming shows and representing Canada’s North on the international stage
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WWOOFing Around
When WWOOF started in England, in 1971, it stood for Weekend Workers on Organic Farms. I first learned about WWOOF, in New Zealand, in 1987
A Mendenhaller In A Brothel?
Gary tells us the tale of how he was introduced to Skaguay by Haywire Harry and ultimately the reunion of his 40 year old t-shirt to the ROS
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Claire Ness Is As Busy As Ever
Claire Ness has so many things on the go right now. She catches up with Manus Hopkins to share some of them and her plans for the future.
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Northern Words
Dawn Macdonald from YukonU, spent decades away from serious writing has just won the Griffin Poetry Prize award for first book Northerny
Hold The Line!
This is an idiom that sparks thoughts of strength, that inspires strength — and even courage with determination and discipline
From Trauma To Triumph
Dena Zagi offers a diverse range of healing songs, strong sounds of drumming and songs in the Kaska language
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Unintended Consequence
Ultimately, Pavlina Sudrich’s objective of helping people feel comfortable and confident, when going into the Yukon wilderness has been met.
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A Happy Camper Switching Gears
A few times a year we switch gears. We camp with our grown children, our grandchildren and extended family.
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Sammin’ Around
While I’m getting older and not quite as sexy and nimble as I used to be, the thought’s still there. Should I do another Sam run? You never know.
Really – Don’t Be A Litterbug!
Every May, as soon as the roadside snow is gone and the mud has mostly dried, my husband and I clean up the sides of the road on our route.
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Waste Not, Burn Hot
I have always thought that it is a waste of kindling to leave or burn the smallest branches in the bush when cutting firewood.
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Matthew Lien’s Kluane Compositions Project has taken Flight
The Yukon Government was looking for projects to celebrate the 125th anniversary, and when I heard about that, I called Diyet immediately.
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Yukon Francophone Women Pt5
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. Short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year.
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Finding The Time
Yukon audiences will get to see The Lucky Ones at a handful of local appearances, including at the Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival
It Takes Courage To Overcome Your Fears
In retirement, Theresa has returned to an activity that she enjoyed when she was young and has dabbled in over the years: writing.
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Arranging The Next Movement
As the May Artist in Residence at Chambers House, Barbara Chamberlin is crafting something of her own with four arrangements for the choir.
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The Kindness Of Yukoners – Part 5
The story of how, in 2016, Yukoners banded and rallied together to send a whopping $43,504.26 to the evacuees of Ft. McMurray wildfire.
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Have I lost It?
This was actually the second time in less than a month that I had lost my passport. It had also gone astray on the flight south.
A Film Called Saturday
The idea for the film came to Jessica one Saturday when her mum and sister invited her to join them on their weekly excursion.
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Canada Summer Games
The premier events in summer games, of course, are swimming and soccer, the world’s most popular sport, referred to as “the beautiful game.”
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Whitehorse Dancers Scoop 57 Awards in B.C. Festivals
Northern Lights School of Dance received major accolades at competitions in Fort St. John and Prince George.
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Thumbing It Down Under – Part 9
I love looking back at the synchronicity of how the soulmates that I met on my travels affected each other’s journeys.
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Happy Camper: Signs of Wear and Tear
My husband and I have the privilege of growing older together. Yet camping never grows old for us. We are truly grateful and happy campers.
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From Mendenhall To YVR On A Dime
I visited my card account to see what I could rent on points and by the end of the day I had “accidentally” rented rag-top Mustang.
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Turning 40?
What do you do when you’re about to turn 40 and you’re feeling “flat,” Josh Schroeder wondered. It’s a decade too early for a mid-life crisis.
Hermit
I quit my job with the power company and went to work on that gold claim. My ulcers immediately healed and have never returned.
Patti Flather Wonders…
Patti Flather, one of the mentors at this year’s Young Authors Conference, is probably best known these days as a playwright.
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