Wednesday August 11th, 2021
The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.” Margaret Mead The ongoing story of Paul’s adventures will continue for many months yet. If you have missed any of it, you can check it out on What’s Up Yukon who publishes the Whisper on their site https://issuu.com/whatsupyukon.com
HEADING FOR THE LIGHT III The City, the Bush, and the Road Ahead Paul Lucas
Vancouver,Mid 70’s. The discovery of a magic land is the stuff of myth. The idea that there must be a place somewhere, long forgotten, where mountains soar, streams gurgle, animals stalk, and faint old trails lead to long lost cabins, is one of the ultimate romance stories. The Vancouver watershed, for the longest time, was just such a place. This is where we built our first cabin and, as the years went by, this is the area I explored with a variety of bushwhacking, ne’er do well pals. As it turns out, our teenage experiences in that country were just the thin edge of the wedge. The land revealed itself to be, more and more, the mythical landscape of our imaginations - complete with mountains, streams, wildlife and, yes, faint old trails that led to long lost cabins. The area is the water source for the City of Vancouver. It’s huge - 330 sq. miles (530 sq. km), It contains two large man-made lakes (Seymour and Capilano) and many smaller lakes at various altitudes. The level of all these bodies of water has to be monitored and the depth of the snowpack checked on a regular basis. And this land is rugged. So, in the old days, the water board built cabins on these remote lakes, and trails to those cabins, allowing technicians to overnight as they hiked from location to location. At some point, that practice stopped, the trails were allowed to grow over, and the cabins sat un-maintained. When we set out to rediscover those trails we had our work cut out for us. They were often hard to find, and the cabins, when we reached them, were in poor repair. They were, however, still in one piece, and were a wonderful sight to see. Not only were the locations spectacular (perched on the side of glacial lakes in some cases), but they contained history. The old stoves and kerosene lamps had remained intact - on their last legs, but fixable. The roofs, for the most part were tight to the weather. But the biggest surprises were waiting for us inside.
Sitting on those tables were packs of old playing cards and tally sheets, plates, knives and forks, along with magazines and log books from the late 1940’s - books that listed trips, water levels, weather and personal comments. Reading them was like walking back in time. In these early days, the entire watershed was off limits, the result being that few hikers actually went back there. But we managed to hike a great deal of it anyway, including every ridge back to every major peak in the area. There have been many trails built since then, but at the time, this meant bushwhacking through the rainforest. It was hard work, but we were young and we were cheeky.
Great days. That’s what they were. But there was trouble a-brewin’. All of us were at that age where major decisions were looming on the horizon. At some point, evidently, we were supposed to decide what we were going to do in the ‘real’ world ... you know ... the contract we signed on to before we were old enough to know better. As a result, some serious casting about and self reflection was taking place in my hiking tribe. My version of it tended toward the bush, making re-entry into the city increasingly uncomfortable. The hard edged concrete, glass and steel was becoming more and more of a shock - a harsh contrast to the benign, if tough and rugged, country we had just left. There was also that consciousness drop. Stumbling out of those hills, I often felt like a character descending a ‘zone’ or two in one of Doris Lessing’s 1 novels. I was a working musician in Vancouver, teaching, currently writing a second Jazz instruction book for a major publisher, and hiking for days at a time in the bush. What was the matter with me? This was great! Wasn’t it? 1
“The Marriages Between Zones Three, Four, and Five,” - Doris Lessing, 1980
The Historic Globe Theatre Saturday Aug 14, 2021
Performing jazz, blues, and more Featuring vocalists… Rebecca Law Tom Lips Telek Rogan James McCullough Elaine Schiman Instrumentalists… Annie Avery on piano and Rob Bergman on bass Doors Open 6:30 Concert Starts 7:00
Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door Social Distancing - Assigned Seating – Masks Encouraged Be prepared to stand outside as each group of people enters the theatre and takes their seats. We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, are not required to be in quarantine, and apply Covid-19 safety practices E: exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Facebook: @ExploreAtlin
Ph: 250-651-2297
Presented by Heather Keny
August Movies & More The Historic Globe Theatre
Safety Plan in Effect Sunday August 15: Annihilation Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 9:00 Natalie Portman, Jennifer J. Leigh, Gina Rodriguez, Tessa Thompson
Rated 18A Directed by Alex Garland
Science Fiction: Lena is shocked when her missing husband comes home near death from a top-secret mission into The Shimmer, a mysterious quarantine zone no one has ever returned from. Sunday August 22: The Saint Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 9:00 Staring Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, Rade Serbedzija
Rated PG 13 Directed by Phillip Noyce
Espionage Thriller: Simon, a professional thief dubbed "The Saint" for using the names of Catholic saints as aliases, steals a valuable microchip belonging to a Russian oil company. Simon is caught in the act and is then hired by his ‘captors’ to complete another heist. Admission Donation Concession items marked All proceeds go towards enhancing Theatre Assets See Posters & Facebook for Live entertainment: Café des Voix – Music Aug 14 The Lucky Ones – Music Aug 20 Stephan Torre – Book Release Aug 21 Ryan McNally – Music Aug 27 Facebook: @ExploreAtlin Email: exploreatlin@gmail.com Presented by Heather Keny
ACID OFFICE HOURS 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Monday - Wednesday
************************************ The ACID has resumed a weekly schedule of office hours. Diane is happy to meet with you to answer questions, receive landfill payments, etc. Please have a mask with you. We currently adhere to a mask protocol as the office is a shared space with emergency services (Atlin Ambulance Crew & AVFD).
LANDFILL NEWS
BRUSH AND OTHER BURNABLES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE LANDFILL UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. SATURDAY-MONDAY CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Canada Day - Closed Thursday, July 1st ……… Open July 3, 4, 5, 6 BC Day - Closed Monday, Aug 2nd …...………. Open July 31 & Aug 1, 3 Labour Day - Closed Monday, Sept 6th ……….. Open Sept 4, 5, 7 Thanksgiving Day - Closed Monday, Oct 11th ... Open Oct 9, 10, 12
HOURS: 12 - 5 PM Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District
Atlin Volunteer Fire Department DISPATCHER/S NEEDED for the AVFD!
Dispatchers are needed to cover the emergency fire phone line 24/7 in the event of an emergency. A dedicated fire phone line is installed at no charge. Please do not hesitate if you are interested in being a dispatcher for the AVFD. You are needed now! =+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+= Call the ACID at 250-651-7582 or email atlincid@gmail.com to sign up.
The Atlin Volunteer Fire Department PO Box 202, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0
Phone/Fax: (250) 651-7582
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE Secret Paradise Off the beaten path but close enough to the lak e that you can walk your kayak, canoe or paddle board down to the water! 1784 sq.ft. on 3.34 acres near and overlooking the lake and mountains. Modern interior, 2 bedrooms, great windows in every direction. Fabulous 24x40 heated shop with a 24’ door, second heated garage 12x24 perfect for all those extras, 13x21 garden/tool shed plus a couple of greenhouse and great garden plot with a fabulous well to supply all your needs! So much here just waiting for you! $795,000 Hidden Heaven! This stunning gem in an Enchanted Forest has been lovingly crafted by the hands of this talented owner – never to be duplicated! On 4 acres with guest cabins and a short walk to hidden lakes plus easy access to the highway, $399,000 4th of July .78 acres of Crown Land lease, gated, partly cleared, the perfect spot to keep your RV and recreational necessities, there for year around enjoyment. Lease term to 2042. $53,500
Atlin Highway 72 acres along the Atlin Highway with fabulous view of the mountains and lake, overlooking Surprise Lake Road as well. Not suitable for subdivision but offers an incredible homesite. $185,000 SOLD $187,500 Coming Soon This gem is off grid, well maintained and absolutely the perfect retreat. 2 bedrooms, spacious living area and kitchen with pantry. Several outbuildings and a natural spring running through. Hopefully should soon be available for viewing. Trond Gulch In a pastoral setting, backing onto Munro Mtn, this one-bedroom, 715 sq.ft. off-the-grid home on 9.88 acres is surrounded by Crown Land and extremely private. Sauna and guest cabin. Was lived in year around for many years with well established raised garden beds. Possible to be totally self sufficient in this hide away! Truly unique with perfection evident throughout! $350,000 SOLD 2nd Street Stunning custom built home featuring fabulous open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, full bath, a lift that takes you to the lower level with pantry, storage and a 16’x28’ heated shop with 10’ ceilings. R40 walls, R60 ceiling! Soffit has been completed and heated floors installed in the spacious bathroom! Private location with guest cabin included. Cross country ski trail out your door! $295,000 SOLD Third Street 2 bedroom, bright home on a quiet 75x100 lot with a 24x40’ shop with 12’ ceilings. Some updating needed but most rooms are 15’+. Major foundation and roof work already done. $189,900 SOLD 3rd Street Gold rush cabin on 33x100 lot plus a storage shed, right downtown. $59,700. SOLD $62,000 Warm Bay Road 12.4 acres with great mountain views, log home, several outbuildings and shop. Well on site. Off grid. Two titled lots. $195,000 SOLD for full price 4th July Bay Half acre lakefront property with log home that has one BR on main level and 2 more in walk out lower level. Well, large garage, greenhouse and wood shed completes the package. $299,500 FIRM SOLD First Street 2500 sq.ft. basement entry home with 4 bedrooms, 24x24’ garage, 60’ shed for wood, quads or whatever you need, very private 2 acres. $187,000 SOLD Wilson Street Quiet mountain views from this four-bedroom, 1600 sq.ft. home on two acres. Open yard with raised beds and greenhouse. Where else can you find a kitchen like this at this price? Great value at $197,500 SOLD
Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019
Leave message via text or email myrnablake1@gmail.com Next visit end of August
Go to
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Choose wisely We have the choice Right here Right now Today Between two options: Following along with their Great Reset, Or working towards our Great Awakening.
This first path requires: Acceptance of total urbanization Acceptance of surveillance Acceptance of isolation Belief in greater government power Belief in centralization of control Belief in safety and security Trust in 5G Trust in universal wi-fi Trust in Artificial Intelligence Connection through digitization Connection through the database Connection through radio frequency ID
The other path is the path of: Faith in God Faith in humanity Faith in our natural immune systems Acceptance of personal responsibility Acceptance of human humility Acceptance of all people Connection with each other Connection with Creation Connection with God our Creator Belief in truth and beauty Belief that good will prevail Belief in the power of Love and Light.
Faith in scientism and technocracy Faith in recurring medical injections
Trust that human consciousness is ascending
Faith in government and corporations
Trust that Light is illuminating the Dark
One global electronic currency of exchange
Trust that God is with us, smiling
One global peacekeeping force
As we hold aloft the torch of freedom.
One global religion.
Stephen Badhwar, August 2021
“Looking in The Mirror”
Western life sun and sand Growing corn on our land. Windblown dry, deep-lined skin So much sun baked right in. Western life sun and sand Raising cows on our land. Windblown dry, deep-lined skin So much sun baked right in. Wife and I work the land Heart by heart, hand by hand. Windblown dry, deep-lined skin So much sun baked right in. Mirror shows an image true Wear and tear showing through. When we smile years melt away Like we never worked a day. Jeff Salmon
Tailgate Sales Location: Tarahne Park ball diamond. Saturday August 21, September 11 Time: 10 – 2PM Barring really bad weather conditions or extreme events, we will hold to these dates. If you would like a space reserved, please message or contact Jane Curry 6517697. There are also spaces for last minute vendors. $5 for a table or by donation. Check the posters around town and on facebook: Atlin Community Buy and Sell.
Big Water Society
Accessing Remote Free Counselling Services, Jan Forde, Community Counsellor for Big Water Society, Atlin, BC Jan Forde, MSW, RSW Cell: 867-333-6829 Email: bannyforde@gmail.com Areas of experience and expertise: PTSD, trauma (childhood and residential school), domestic violence, addictions, grief and loss, relationship and family issues, anxiety and depression, sexual assault and harassment. Work place issues and lateral violence, meditation and mindfulness.
NEW COUNSELLOR KATIE ISRAEL @ BIG WATER SOCIETY
HELP WANTED Driver - Class 3 with Air Brakes To do Water Delivery and Septic Pump outs for the community. Monday – Friday hours Wage Negotiable Potential for Year Round Employment APPLY TO DANA OR MARY AT 250-651-7463 GRIZZLYHOMESERVICES@GMAIL.COM OR STOP BY THE SHOP
Do you experience mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, substance use and addiction? Maybe you are at a crossroads and feel stuck? Come and let’s join hands in creating new pathways to increase wellness and inner peace. CONTACT: bwscounsellor@bigwatersociety.org Office: (250)651-2189 Cell: (867) 334-9524 Mondays and Wednesdays
Atlin Pet Care 287 Tatlow Street
Your pets home away from home! Indoor/Outdoor Runs Heated Kennels Boarding-Grooming-Pet Supplies Emergency Care-Veterinarian Referrals SPCA AGENTS George Holman 250-651-7717 Marj Holman 250-651-7758
Please note that requests for same day water delivery must be received no later than 11 am of said day. Thank you! Water delivery and Sewer Removal are available Monday through Friday Did you know we sell and service Toyo Stoves? We offer competitive pricing on the latest models. Call the office for more information Phone 250-651-7463 Email grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com Mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0
Summer Office hours – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8 am - noon
Sincerely Yours General Store & Canada Post Location OPEN
Mountain Shack Café Restaurant With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond Fast Fancy Food Great Service
Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 CLOSED weekends and Statutory Holidays
110 Discovery Avenue In Atlin, B.C.
EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE
250-651-7789 Closed Tuesdays
Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037
Reasonable Rates!
Fishing Charters
Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART
SVOP Licence, 24 ft. Boat, Transport Canada Commercial Registration – Insured Gary Hill, Atlin B.C. V0W 1A0 Licensed, B.C. Guide Call -250 651-7553 Email garyphill59@gmail.com $850.00 per day - $550.00 per 1/2 day
Sewing Machine Cleaning, Repair, & Setup
GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com 7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0 WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com
Downtown Atlin Right beside The Gold Claim (Jessica’s café) On 6th street across from the Rec Centre • 50’wide x 100’deep • flat level gravel pad • Clear of any obstructions • Room for parking along 50’ frontage • Great site for business or home REDUCED from $90,000 to $75,000 Contact: Elissa Miskey atlinwellness@gmail.com
Message: 604-265-5700
Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Services Sunday 11 a.m. Come join us! (778) 721-0710
Terry 250 651-7769
Atlin Lot for Sale
St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m. Sunday Everyone welcome!
Atlin Community Library Open Every
Friday and Saturday 2-4p.m. Everyone Welcome
We find rest in those we love, and we provide a resting place in ourselves for those who love us. St Bernard of Clairvaux
Bob’s Contracting & Services has expanded! We now provide Concrete, Drain Rock, Screed gravel, Sand, Topsoil and Septic systems. We also provide Equipment Rentals, Excavations, Covered Storage, Firewood and Snow Removal. Please call (250) 651-2488 or email bobscontracting2020@gmail.com Would like to thank everyone for all their support and we look forward to our new adventures and providing the services to our community.
FOR RENT Fully furnished, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite for rent in downtown Atlin . Walking distance to all and across from the Tarahne park. Looking for long term rental ... for more information, viewing or additional pictures, please contact: Rob Motley rtmotley@gmail.com Phone (250)651-2241
So said that woman born in Lima, Ohio... Whatever you may look like, marry a man your own age. As your beauty fades, so will his eyesight. Phyllis Diller Housework can't kill you, but why take a chance? Phyllis Diller Cleaning your house while your kids are still growing up is like shoveling the sidewalk before it stops snowing. -Phyllis Diller The reason women don't play football is that 11 of them would never wear the same outfit in public. Phyllis Diller Best way to get rid of kitchen odors: Eat out. -Phyllis Diller
The next Whisper is Wednesday August 25th Submissions are due no later than Sunday 6pm August 22nd. Compiled and edited by Lynne Phipps. Paper for printing courtesy of Northern Homes Real Estate Printing courtesy of RCMP Atlin; Ink costs courtesy of Literacy Now. Classifieds, news, upcoming events Contact 1-250-651-7861 or lynnephipps@hotmail.com if you have, pictures or articles you would like to submit. Please note that submissions should be sent in either WORD or JPEG whenever possible. PDF must first be printed and then scanned back into the computer in order to format it into the paper. This costs in both paper and ink. We know that at times a PDF is the only way, which is okay when necessary, but otherwise, as the Whisper is a FREE community service we appreciate your support in helping to keep the costs down as much as possible. Thank You!