Wednesday July 20th, 2022
The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.” Margaret Mead
ON THE ROAD III
By Paul Lucas
Speaking of Guardian Angels Alaska Hwy.Enroute-Ft Nelson. The sky had cleared, and the sun was making up for lost time by trying to blind me as it reflected off the snow. I was rounding a long left curve when I saw it - a vehicle on its side, down the slope, with its roof resting on several spruces. Somebody had evidently found himself in the same diabolical situation as myself just hours before, but wasn’t lucky enough to get away with it. The tire tracks were faint, meaning the car had gone in before the storm. That presented various possible scenarios. If the driver was still inside, he had been there for a while. Not good. If there was no-one inside, it could mean two things: he had climbed out and flagged down a passing vehicle or; he had hit his head and had wandered off somewhere. I pulled over, grabbed my shovel, and plunged over the bank. Crawling up over the now vertical floorboards, I swept the snow off the driver side windows. No-one. No blood anywhere though. I slithered back down and started looking for tracks. They would be mostly obliterated by now, but there had to be traces somewhere. There was no sign that the driver had wandered into the trees, so I kept looking. To my relief, I saw a set of indentations, barely visible and with an odd trajectory, but heading up towards the bank and over the shoulder. These were met with a faint set of tire tracks a little further down the highway, indicating someone had come along shortly after. Phew! I had far too many close calls to take any of this lightly. The problem is not just the accident and the possibility of hitting something as you leave the road, it’s the cold. That’s why in the winter, everyone in the North carries a shovel, a sleeping bag and candles. You don’t know how long you are going to be there, whether or not someone else happens to be on the road at the same time and, if they are, whether or not they happen to see you. My own luck on these roads has involved horseshoes - many horseshoes - uncomfortably applied. Also involved, it seems, have been small, strategic landing pads sent directly from heaven – highly unlikely statistical occurrences of flat areas about the size of a Honda Civic, that show up at specific locations just moments before I plunge over the bank. In both cases, one to the left and one to the right, the car lost contact with the road, spun 360 degrees and landed with a mighty clang dead centre on the only unobstructed flat spot within miles. Oddly enough, this landing luck seems to extend to all types of activities, including one where I tumble backwards off my cabin wall. --Atlin,Summer,1979. ‘Keep your building area clear,’ say the old guys. ‘Oh, sure. I’ll get around to it, but first… ’
It was raining and the wood was slippery. The walls were nearly finished, so I was about eight feet up, cutting this, notching that. All of a sudden, my feet shot out from underneath me and I found myself falling backwards with a running chain saw in my hand. Tossing it as I fell, I waited for the inevitable pain. You see, I most definitely had not kept my building site clear. In fact, it was littered with log ends, many of which had 10 inch spikes coming out of them. It was death defying, and I knew it. Time must be a flexible thing in the beyond, because in the second or so it took me to fall eight feet, my guardian angel had time to exhale a long suffering sigh, sweep away a small spot about the size of the average human rear end, cover it with a little moss to avoid bruising, then sit back and wait for his bumbling charge to hit the deck. I am not a particularly religious man, but I am big on guardian angels. After sliding down icy slopes towards canyons with raging rivers below, only to find that sturdy little bush at the last moment to latch on to; and waking up in hammocks to find myself hanging over gullies I didn’t know were there when I set up camp in the dark, I am a total convert. --Alaska Hwy.Enroute-Ft Nelson. Brushing myself off, I climbed back into the car. I glanced down the bank towards the overturned vehicle with its roof lying against those scrawny spruces and snapped on my seat belt. “All right old son,” I said to myself, “Stay in the saddle, and stay awake. You don’t end up like that.”
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“Maybe a talking book will do the trick ... hmm ... let’s see ... I rummaged around in the glove box and came up with a cassette tape, (remember, this was the 1980’s!) - Sherlock Holmes - ‘The Seven Percent Solution.’ It was already well into the story. I snapped it into the player. “Watson! Wake! The game is afoot.” “Yes,” I thought. “That’ll do nicely. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thanks to all the participants in the Como Lake fishing day and to all our sponsors and volunteers including Canadian Tire-Whitehorse, Freshwater Fish Society of BC, RCMP, BC Parks and the Atlin Rod and Gun Club! Congratulations to Jacquie Hanslit and Lincoln Antilla on the biggest fish of the day and everyone who won draw prizes!!
24’ Aluminum BOAT FOR SALE 1998 L&J Marine Enclosed 3/8" thick Aluminum hull, 2' swim deck beyond 24' enclosed length. Inboard John Deere Marine diesel with a closed engine cooling system, 15 hp gas Suzuki 4 stroke kicker. 2019 Sunbrella canopy on stern deck. Interior 3/4" hickory flooring on ceiling & walls, Trex flooring. Interior LED lights, custom-built woodstove with double insulated chimney. Queen & twin bed. Interphase Probe forward scanning fish finder, marine radio. Includes spare brass prop (value $800), two anchors, 250' line. On an included Easy-Load Trailer in Atlin, BC. Price $75,000 OBO Email: 1dcthayer@gmail.com or Phone: 250-651-0012 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
HOUSE FOR SALE IN ATLIN
2.5 acres on Warm Bay Rd==160 degrees view of Atlin Lake and surrounding mountains through floor to ceiling windows==. One bedroom plus loft.-==16’x28' outbuilding with electricity,R60ceiling, unfinished 8" walls.== Interior & Exterior of home cedar finished with impressive cedar molding. ==Triple pane Low E - Double Argon windows== Wrap-around deck== Registered summer-use creek water for irrigation== Artesian well for domestic water== Heat Recovery Ventilator installed== Wood heat with electric back-up.==Option to buy furniture and mattresses with price negotiable $495,000. Contact Diana Thayer 1dcthayer@gmail.com or phone 250-651-0012 / 605-421-0749
FOR SALE – Atlin Property at corner of 3rd Street and Pearl Avenue In the middle of the Atlin townsite but tucked away for tranquility and privacy. Spacious backyard with greenhouse (6x12 feet) and three raised garden beds, various fruit trees and shrubs (cherry, apple, haskap, saskatoon, raspberries etc.) and an outhouse. Property right next to the Alkali slough with great accessibility to walking and cross-country ski trails and with a view of Atlin Mountain General info: •
Total property size fully fenced: 3 lots (125 x 200 feet, ~0.5 acres)
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Finished area: 1050 sqft – living space all on one floor
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Interiors extensively renovated in 2009
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Cistern with 2300 litres capacity
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Septic tank and field – redone in 2020
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Wood heat with Pioneer Princess wood cook stove hand-crafted by the Amish; back up oil and electrical heating
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R65 insulation in ceiling/attic
Features: • 2 arctic entrances •
2 bedrooms
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1 full bathroom (and 1 outhouse)
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Open kitchen, dining and living area
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Storage room with cedar wood infra-red sauna
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Large root cellar below
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Oversized garage with ample parking and storage space
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Large woodshed with some wood
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2 additional storage sheds
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Appliances: washing machine, stove, fridge, dish washer Price: $350,000 Serious inquiries at cziegler@unb.ca ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Atlin Tailgate Sales Mark your calendars for 2022 Location: Atlin Lake waterfront in front of Atlin Inn Saturday Dates: July 23, August 27 Time: 10 – 2 PM In event of really bad weather we will postpone until the following Saturday. Call Jane to reserve a spot or 250-651-7697 or message. Drop In space is available on most days. $5 for a table or by donation.
The Atlin District Board of Trade “Serving the Community of Atlin since 1904” New members welcome Meeting’s 1st Tuesday of every month 7 p.m. Watch for notices ADBoT is currently working on the following: Cell Service, Senior’s housing and Health services, Roads, TRT/Atlin Joint ventures – Community Plan, Mining Activity, THELP Hydro Expansion project, etc. We advocate to ensure that the whole community receives fair and equitable representation! PO Box 106, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0
Verse Black and White Seeing only Black and White We miss the Rainbow Shinning between Solid Earth And Dancing Clouds Black and White Seeing only Black and White We Spend our Time Trying to force God’s Reality Into tiny boxes Black and White Seeing only Black and White We gain the Illusion of Comfort At the expense of Understanding David Thorn July 11, 2022
Land for Sale by Owner Three 30x90 lots in central Atlin, near Tarahne Park. One lot includes an historical cabin and garage. Would prefer to sell the three lots together. $275,000 Drive by at the corner of Munroe and Second St. to view. If interested, call 250 651-7502.
THANK YOU ATLIN To all those who worked so hard to organize Jim’s Celebration of Life And to all those who came to help us celebrate the man we loved so dearly We Thank You The Logan Family
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE 43.6 Acres Beautifully maintained, inside and out, this cozy 2 bedroom home is so private with a second cottage with sleeping loft (often used as B&B), a third cabin for guests, great garage/workshop, plus various other craft/work shops and much fencing. Mountain views in every direction plus short walk to Atlin Lake sandy beaches. Just waiting for you! Viewing by appointment ONLY! $597,000 5 Acres With power, small log cabin, tenant occupied near the upper end of the acreage, application for subdivision has been submitted/approved to create two 2.5 acre parcels. Slope facing Atlin Lake. Build your dream home to take advantage of the view and keep the tenant as caretaker! $259,000 Warm Bay Road This gem is off grid, well maintained and absolutely the perfect retreat. 2 bedrooms, large open dining/living room, galley kitchen and spacious pantry. Storage in walk out cellar plus numerous outbuildings. Off grid. $239,000 Fourth of July Basic lake side cabin, 3 bedrooms, lots of big windows, hidden in the trees, on .544 acres, leased lot until 2042. Very private! $97,000 HIDDEN GEM 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 SOLD STUNNING – Inside and Outside Incredible views, quiet location and fabulous home. 1700 sq.ft. on main level, beautifully renovated with gyproc interior, lots of updated windows, open floor plan, kitchen, dining area, living room, bar/games room plus 2 bedrooms. Basement offers 3 more bedrooms, two baths, kitchenette and large living room with ground level access. One of a kind waiting for you. $349,000 SOLD 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 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. Truly unique with perfection evident throughout! $350,000 SOLD Mi 43 Atlin Highway 34+ acres of land, surrounded by grazing lease, with 1700 sq.ft., 2 BR, full basement home, great well, septic field, solar and generator plus lots of extras. If you wish, will come with 2 loveable nags who consider this home. Quick possession is possible. $535,000 SOLD Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 Myrna will be in Atlin July 22 and 23. Leave message via text or email myrnablake1@gmail.com Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.
July Summary Continued The Historic Globe Theatre Movies Sunday July 24: Finding Neverland Doors Open 7:00 Runs 7:30 – 8:45 Rated G Starring Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, Julie Christie, Dustin Hoffman Directed by Marc Forster Biographical: A magical story about one of the worlds greatest storytellers James M Barrie and the people who inspired his masterwork, Peter Pan! Sunday July 31: Skakespear Retold – The Taming of the Shrew Doors Open 7:00 Runs 7:30 – 8:45 Rated G Reconfigured into a contemporary tale that is deliciously far-fetched, yet faithful to the play. Katherine a successful politician, tipped for the leadership of her party. The only problem is, her awful temper has left her a 38 year old singleton, and everyone, from her party chairman to her sister, wants her to get married. Musicians Saturday July 23 Saturday August 13 Saturday August 20 Café des Voix Lucie D & Friends The Compassion Pill Jazz Collective Friday August 26th Date to be Determined Ryan McNally & Ellorie McKnight Presentation with Q & A Israel-Palestine, Climate Change and Displacement
The Historic Globe Theatre
Saturday July 23, 2022
Café des Voix is a moveable feast of vocal jazz, blues and Broadway music, featuring local singers backed up at the Globe Theatre in Atlin, B.C. by jazz pianist Annie Avery and bassist Anne Turner. Established in late 2016, Café des Voix has grown into a well-loved staple of the Yukon music scene, with a roster of nearly 60 singers who have performed at Café des Voix events over time. Featured singers for the Globe Theatre event on July 23rd include Caroline Watt, Lynda Reeve, Gary Lachance, Rachel Grantham and MC/vocalist Elaine Schiman. The singers will be accompanied by Annie Avery on keyboard and Anne Turner on stand-up bass. Doors Open 7:30 Concert Starts 8:00 Tickets $15 in advance, $20 @ the door https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/385135680187 Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com Coffee/Tea Service Available by Donation
We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, and is not required to be in quarantine Facebook: @ExploreAtlin Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com Presented by Heather Keny
Common Birds of the Atlin Valley Blackbirds: Red-winged Blackbird Rusty Blackbird Brown-headed Cowbird Bluebirds: Mountain Bluebird Townsend’s Solitaire Buntings: Snow Bunting Chickadees: Black-capped Chickadee Mountain Chickadee Boreal Chickadee Cormorants: Double-crested Cormorant (uncommon) Cranes: Sandhill Crane Crossbills: Red Crossbill White-winged Crossbill Crows: American/Northwestern crow(rare) Dippers: American Dipper Doves: Mourning Dove (rare) Rock Dove Ducks: Green-winged Teal Blue-winged Teal Mallard Northern Pintail Common Merganser Red-breasted Merganser Northern Shoveler Canvasback American Widgeon Harlequin Duck Ring-necked Duck Lesser Scaup Greater Scaup Bufflehead Ruddy Duck White-winged Scoter Surf Scoter Barrow’s Goldeneye Common Goldeneye Gadwall Eurasian Widgeon (rare)
Eagles: Bald Eagle Golden Eagle Osprey Falcons: American Kestrel Merlin Finches: Gray-crowned Rosy Finch Purple Finch Pine Siskin Common Redpoll Flycatchers: Olive-sided Flycatcher Hammond’s Flycatcher Dusky Flycatcher Least Flycatcher Traill’s Flycatcher Western Wood Pewee Say’s Phoebe Geese: Greater Canada Goose Lesser Canada Goose Snow Goose White-fronted Goose
Herons: Great Blue Heron (uncommon) Hummingbirds: Rufous Hummingbird Jays: Gray Jay (Whiskey Jack) Steller’s Jay
Shrikes: Northern Shrike
Juncos: Dark-eyed Junco
Snipes: Common Snipe
Kinglets: Belted Kingfisher Golden-crowned Kinglet Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Sparrows: American Tree Sparrow Chipping Sparrow Savannah Sparrow Lincoln’s Sparrow Song Sparrow Fox Sparrow Tree Sparrow White-crowned Sparrow Golden-crowned Sparrow
Larks: Horned Lark Longspurs: Lapland Longspur (migrating) Loons: Common Loon Red-throated Loon
Goatsuckers: Common Nighthawk
Magpies: Black-billed Magpie
Grebes: Red-necked Grebe Horned Grebe
Nuthatches: Red-breasted Nuthatch
Grosbeaks: Pine Grosbeak Grouse: Spruce Grouse Ruffed Grouse Blue Grouse White-tailed Ptarmigan Rock Ptarmigan Willow Ptarmigan Gulls: Mew Gull Bonaparte’s Gull Herring Gull Hawks: Northern Goshawk Red-tailed Hawk Sharp-shinned Hawk Northern Harrier Rough-legged Hawk
Shore Birds: Solitary Sandpiper Spotted Sandpiper Lesser Yellowlegs Red-necked Phalarope Dunlin Whimbrel
Owls: Great Horned Owl Great Gray Owl Boreal Owl Hawk Owl Saw-whet Owl Short-eared Owl Pygmy Owl Pipits: Water Pipit Plovers: Semipalmated Plover Killdeer American Golden Plover (rare) Rails: Sora (rare) Ravens: Common Raven
Starlings: European Starling (rare) Swallows: Tree Swallow Violet-green Swallow Bank Swallow Cliff Swallow Barn Swallow Swans: Tundra Swan Trumpeter Swan (migrating) Terns: Arctic Tern Thrushes: Hermit Thrush Varied Thrush American Robin Swainson’s Thrush Warblers: Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle) Wilson’s Warbler Townsend’s Warbler Tennessee Warbler Orange-crowned Warbler Blackpoll Warbler MacGillivray’s Warbler Common Yellowthroat Yellow Warbler American Redstart gs: Bohemian Waxwing Cedar Waxwing Woodpeckers: Hairy Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Northern Three-toed Woodpecker
Waxwings: Bohemian Waxwing Cedar Waxwing Woodpeckers: Hairy Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Northern Three-toed Woodpecker Common Flicker Yellow-bellied Sapsucker Wrens: Winter Wren
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Fishing Charters
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Gary Hill, Atlin B.C. V0W 1A0 Licensed, B.C. Guide Call -250 651-7553 Email garyphill59@gmail.com
7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0
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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 or Marj Holman 250-651-7758 Sincerely Yours General Store & Canada Post Location OPEN Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 CLOSED weekends and Statutory Holidays
CANADA POST CONTACT INFORMATION Inquiries or concerns? sebastien.bernier@canadapost.ca www.canadapost-postescanada.ca
Atlin Mountain Inn Restaurant Hours (now licensed!) Breakfast 7:30 am-4 pm every day (coffee & continental, self-serve) Lunch 12:00 pm-2 pm every day except Friday Dinner 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Wednesday Wing Night 6-8 pm Sunday Dinner 6:00-8:00 pm Friday Take Out Pizza Night 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Follow us on Facebook for deals and specials!
Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Service and Sunday School Sunday 11 a.m. Come join us! (778) 721-0710
St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m. Sunday Everyone welcome!
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MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037
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