Wednesday November 10th, 2021
The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.” Margaret Mead
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE
Thursday November 11th Meet at the cenotaph at 10:30 Service at 10:45
THE RETURN III
By Paul Lucas
Where I roll up my sleeves and get to work.
Atlin,July,1979. Five hundred dollars. The figure had significance of some sort. Then it hit me. This was the sum my father was carrying when we arrived in Canada - what he had in his pocket as he stood on the corner of Georgia and Granville with two brown suitcases, a wife, three children, and no idea what the future would bring. I was just south of Atlin, humping down the Warm Bay Road with my backpack and handsaw when I tapped my jean jacket pocket, knowing that this was the exact amount I was carrying - the entire amount in my building fund. Evidently, I had come north to build a cabin with five hundred dollars, a backpack and a handsaw. Either I was a naive fool or… well ... I’m not sure there’s an alternative to that assessment. The idea of staking land and building a cabin in the North had legs, because shortly after that enchanted first trip to Atlin two years earlier, I was offered the chance to take over my friend Jamie’s five acre stake on Pine Creek. And this was where I was headed. In my favour was the fact that I knew a little about log construction. My early cabin building experience was still fresh in my mind. Not that it transferred perfectly. The trees on the coast are huge. We notched and fitted the logs in that first attempt at log building in the North Vancouver watershed. These trees were smaller spruce and pine. The process up here was to have two slabs cut off them so they could be stacked and overlapped.
Lucky for me, several years before, Jim and Cathy Marshall had pulled up stakes in the lower fortyeight and settled south of Atlin on the Warm Bay Road, starting up a full bore logging operation and mill. Jim was a stocky, feisty, funny, hard working son of a gun and Cathy was his warm, clever and beautiful counterpart; a good match was my guess. They were the first people I met in this brand
new environment but, as I was to discover, they were typical of the pioneering crew I was about to run into in the coming weeks, none of whom were run of the mill. After a beer or two and some calculation, the quantity of logs I needed for the first round of work was sorted out, and we hauled them on Jim’s big flatbed back to my rough and ready location. But the location turned out to be more rough than ready. Upon review of my building requirements, it turned out that the government wanted a ‘continuous cement footing,’ - something I had not anticipated, and something I was going to need help with. Fortunately, the word had spread around town that some bozo had shown up to build a place with a handsaw and a less than complete knowledge of cement, prompting Dave Dickinson, John Dickinson, and Fred Morris to show up with the energy, equipment and plans to help with a concrete pour that required four of us. They were the local representatives of Northerners everywhere - people who take a look around, see who might need a hand, then jump in unreservedly to help. This is a good tribe to have around you. With the pour done, I got to work: peeling, cutting, notching and stacking. As time went by, I found myself getting stronger and more efficient, and I figured that if I kept up the pace, and managed to avoid cutting off a limb with the chain saw, I just might have the thing built before the snow flew. The whole thing could have easily been one lonely endeavour, but as it turned out, that was far from the case. All around me, people were building. And they were from everywhere – Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. There was a renaissance taking place, and I found myself smack dab in the middle of it. One thing was clear - regardless of origin, each one of these folks had chosen this little town as a destination. Something had drawn them down that 60 mile, dead end dirt road, like moths to a flame, and I just happened to be the latest insect flapping about the lantern. Something else became clear pretty quickly: None of these characters lived anywhere near the middle of the bell shaped curve, and while they had wildly different backgrounds, those differences were entirely overshadowed by what they had in common: They were hard working, intelligent, educated, clever, adventurous, funny and, most importantly, wildly irreverent, and while I wasn’t sure exactly where I fit in, I knew one thing for certain: I was home.
Sunday Movies At the Globe Theater Continue on through the winter months I will not be posting current posters for the next couple There is however a great selection and variety picked out. Email or Face Book message if you have questions Facebook:@ExploreAtlin Email: exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Doors open 6:30, Movie Starts 7:00
Atlin Claim PO Box 365 - Atlin BC - V0W 1A0 Dear Atlinites, A couple of years have passed since we printed our last Atlin Claim, the town’s newspaper designed for tourists. The Atlin Claim will be printed as usual and part of the money raised will go towards tourism. Please make cheques payable to Atlin Claim. Manu Keggenhoff will once again design the layout. She would also be happy to help with any new ad or changes to previous ones. We will print 10'000 copies so that the Atlin Claims that is lasts us 2 years. Atlin Claim: We offer different advertisement possibilities: - you can purchase an ad in the paper - you can purchase a listing on the back of the paper The sizes and the prices are still the same as they were eight years ago, in 2013. 1/16 page (+ 1 listing on the back page of the Atlin Claim) $95.00 1/8 page (+ 1 listing on the back page of the Atlin Claim) $143.00 1/4 page (+ 2 listings on the back page of the Atlin Claim) $218.00 (vertical, 3 column or 1/4 page, all the same price) 1/2 page (+ 2 listings on the back page of the Atlin Claim) $395.00 1 page (+ 3 listings on the back page of the Atlin Claim) $765.00 1 sponsor page $387.00 1 listing on the back page without an ad $40.00 Please contact the Atlin Claim as soon as possible to renew an existing ad or to place a new ad in the Atlin Claim. Manu can incorporate a new ad for $50.00 or small changes on your existing ad is $20.00. Atlin Brochure: We also will print 10'000 copies of the colored Atlin Brochure. It will look the same but we would like to renew the advertisement information for the businesses. Cost per listing $50.00 Contact us at: Atlin Claim : Edith Sidler atlinclaim@gmail.com Box 365 Atlin BC or by phone 651-7691 Manu Keggenhoff: info@manu-keggenhoff.com, PO Box 472, Atlin BC, or by phone 206-201-2526 We are looking forward to a new Atlin Claim and Atlin Brochures. We wish you good 2022/2023 tourist season! Edith Sidler and Manu Keggenhoff
Chrissy Vanhorn (867)-333-9965 ChrissyVanhorn.Arbonne.com Chrissy.Vanhorn2@gmail.com Arbonne is a vegan, gluten-free, earth friendly and cruelty free company. We provide skincare, haircare, nutrition, makeup and body care, without the use of harsh chemicals! I love to help people feel better so feel free to email, text or call me!
LANDFILL FALL HOURS SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY HOURS 10 AM - 4 PM Yukon Time Or … 9 AM – 3 PM BC Time Use the Time You Set YOUR Clock to
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ LANDFILL CLOSED ON BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Temperature Dependant - Landfill Closed at -28 C & Below Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE 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 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 Secret Paradise Off the beaten path but close enough to the lake 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 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
Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 Leave message via text or email myrnablake1@gmail.com Next visit November – dates to be determined Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.
HO! HO! HO! 10% Christmas Discount
On all of Bill Wallis’ wood burnings and oils. Check out this great Christmas gift opportunity! All art pieces are displayed at the Atlin Inn.
Free Book Of The Month November Atomic Habits by James Clear An easy and proven way to build good habits and break bad ones Tiny changes, remarkable results A book packed with evidence-based self improvement strategies; Atomic Habits will teach you how to design habits that work for you rather than against you. Visit your local Atlin Library on Fridays from 2:00 - 4:00 to enter the draw. There will be 18 winners. Winners will be announced Nov. 30th. Sponsored by Decoda Solutions (Literacy Now)
The Atlin Arts and Music Festival will be holding their AGM on Saturday November 20th at 2pm at the Atlin Mountain Inn Hotel downstairs in the lounge. The AAMF Board of Directors would like to share with you the plans for this upcoming year, The theme will be ‘Going back to our Roots’ and for this upcoming year, we will be looking at having smaller venues that will be tailored towards families and community performances. We will also be developing a plan to have a live weekend long festival in 2023. The Atlin Arts and Music Festival Board values your input, we want to hear your ideas and/or concerns, around a live festival in 2023. Refreshments will be available Covid rules apply.
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 Winter Office hours – Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8 am – noon Please note we are operating on Yukon time not BC With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond
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
COUNSELLOR KATIE ISRAEL @ BIG WATER SOCIETY 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
Sincerely Yours General Store & Canada Post Location OPEN
Mountain Shack Café Restaurant Fast Fancy Food Great Service 110 Discovery Avenue In Atlin, B.C.
EAT IN OR TAKE OUT 250-651-7789
Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 CLOSED weekends and Statutory Holidays
Atlin Lot for Sale
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
Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART
Fishing Charters
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
Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Services Sunday 11 a.m. Come join us! (778) 721-0710
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
GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com
MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037
Reasonable Rates!
7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0 WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com
St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m. Sunday Everyone welcome!
I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart…for great is your love toward me. Psalm 86:12-13
Sewing Machine Cleaning, Repair, & Setup Terry 250 651-7769
SHORT TERM RENTAL Short term rental available: December to January 31st OR December 15th to January 31st Contact Rhoda @ Dancing Aspens 651-7668
“Compassion” When we learn about tragic events affecting people in our community our hearts go out to them. Sometimes, if we are able, we demonstrate our compassion by finding a way to give of ourselves or share from our bounty.
Our generosity is always appreciated and especially by those who are newcomers or in some way different than us. Jeff Salmon
Bob’s Contracting & Services We 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
Atlin Community Library Open Every
Friday and Saturday 2-4p.m.
Everyone Welcome
The next Whisper is Wednesday November 24th Submissions are due no later than Sunday 6pm YUKON TIME November 21st. 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 lynnephippsatlin@gmail.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!