The Frozen Mukluk
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Local Monthly News from Faro, Yukon
Vol. 9 Issue 3 FEBRUARY 2017
IN THIS ISSUE;
Small Business Interest Groups Classifieds Announcements Faro Bible Chapel Wildlife Viewing What’s goin’ on
Cousins Lake – original watercolor by Frank de Jong
& Lots More!!
Town of Faro
JANUARY 2016
Faro RCMP
HISTORICAL WEATHER
Quote of the Month;
Max Temp: +2.3 C Max Temp. Date: February 28th 2016 Min Temp: - 22.3 C Min Temp Date: February 7th 2016 Precipitation: 6.8 mm Maximum Wind: 44 kms/hr Mean Temp: -9.7 C
Real Estate LIstings
Latitude: 62°12'27.000" N Longitude: 133°22'33.000" W Elevation: 716.60 M
*In the middle of winter, I discover in myself an invincible summer.
EDITORs NOTES “gettin’ your mukluk on” 1) Pick up in hardcopy from The Discovery Store in Faro during regular store hours
MANY THANKS TO ALL OF OUR 2016 SPONSORS; Mickey Fisher Glenda & Bill Power (in Memory) Ronnie Meers Dragonfly Financial Went North Fitness Studio Hotel Bears Den B&B Gord & Marie Frey We LOVE sponsors!!!!!! If you would like to sponsor an issue in 2017, just send us an email:
thefrozenmukluk@gmail.com
What are they? A made-in-Faro program where community members provide a meal for someone in need.
When are they provided? Generally when there has been a death or other hardship in the family, when someone is recovering from an operation or sickness, or when a family brings home a new baby!
How do you receive them? Nominate yourself or someone who you know needs meals and call Lorraine Wilcox who then coordinates the meals and meal makers!
2) Online on facebook, by “liking” the frozen mukluk” facebook page 3) The Frozen Mukluk is now also available online for everyone to read (in color!) courtesy of ……
“what’s up yukon” ! follow the link below and click on the “frozen mukluk” icon on the right hand side of the page – voila! http://whatsupyukon.com/communities/faromayo
HOW TO READ THE FROZEN MUKLUK ON YOUR SMARTPHONE! 1) Go to your app store and download “ISSUU” (it’s free!) 2) Set a user name and password 3) Search “The Frozen Mukluk” 4) ENJOY! * You can also change your settings to “read offline” and be able to read the latest issue (or back issues) anywhere…. even without access to wifi or data! The Frozen Mukluk LOVES sponsors! If you would like to sponsor an issue, the cost is $50. This cost helps cover buying paper, staples, & toner. Sponsors are needed for September – December 2016! It’s EASY! Just send an email to thefrozenmukluk@gmail.com To everyone who contributes to the donation can at The Discovery Store… THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Who makes the meals? A wonderful list of volunteers is called on to provide meals for the requested days. You may get called on once in 6 months. We are always looking for new folks who are able to provide a meal! If you are not on this list, but you would like to be, please call Lorraine Wilcox to sign yourself up!
Contact Lorraine Wilcox @ 994-3332
Thanks to the generosity of Faro Mayor & Council, the Mukluk will now be able to print DOUBLE the number of copies available at the Discovery store each month THANK YOU TOWN OF FARO!
Tracks on Blind Creek – Photo courtesy of Hara Hopf
Sunset over an open edge of the Pelly – Photo courtesy of HaRa Hopf
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LOCAL Services
RECYCLING CENTRE Faro Bottle Depot WINTER HOURS:
Mon, Tues, Thur, Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Faro Bottle Depot will be on call during the winter. Please call Peter at 994-3022.
(Closed between 1:00 – 2:00 pm)
Wednesday 10:00am to 6:00pm (Closed between 1:00 – 2:00 pm)
CLOSED Sat, Sun, and Holidays
We can now accept clean non-refundable glass and Styrofoam.
Passport Applications Available
MICHEL DUPONT AVIATION SERVICES FARO AIRPORT (Community Aerodrome Radio Station, C.A.R.S.)
JANUARY 2017
THE SHED - FOLD AND CODE The Shed is available 24/7 for anyone who wants to leave and/or take good used clothing. Please do not smoke do not smoke in the shed; the odour penetrates do not smoke the clothes and smoking can be a fire hazard. Thanks to those who have taken time to fold and code clothes from the box. It’s a great help.
Maximum average temp -12.3 C Minimum average temp -21.0 C Maximum recorded temp + 3.1 C Minimum recorded temp -38.7 C Rainfall 0.00 mm Snowfall 9.0 cm
A big thank you to whoever has been helping to keep The Shed neat and tidy. It is greatly appreciated. If anyone is willing to take some items to the Salvation Army on a trip to Whitehorse, please contact the Bakers at 994-2442. About once a month we remove some of the items that have been there for a while. Thanks.
A REMINDER: THE SHED DOES NOT ACCEPT ELECTRONIC DEVICES (TVS, PRINTERS) ITEMS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR RESALE, EXCEPT FOR WHAT ITEMS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR RESALE, EXCEPT FOR WHAT IS TAKEN TO SALVATION ARMY. IS TAKEN TO SALVATION ARMY.
Aircraft Movements
17 Summer Hours are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm (June 1st – September 30th) Winter Hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm (October 1st to May 31st ) Michel Dupont Contract Operator Faro Airport C.A.R.S faroairport@yahoo.ca 867-994-2791.
•The estimated population of Yukon on September 30, 2016 was 38,200; an increase of 674, or 1.8%, compared to the figure for September 30, 2015 (37,526). •Comparing September 30, 2016 to September 30, 2006, Yukon's population increased by 6,269, or 19.6%. The population of the Whitehorse area increased by 5,285, or 21.8%; Dawson City increased by 390, or 21.5%; and Watson Lake decreased by 57, or 3.7%. http://www.eco.gov.yk.ca/stats/pdf/
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FARO RCMP DETACHMENT We hope everyone enjoyed ringing in the New Year! January seemed to fly by and it seems that we are over the hump and longer days are in our future. Cpl. Karina WATSON is officially retired. She was presented with her retirement gift on January 27th. The gift was a water color painting created by our own local artist Katy PEELING. We would like to thank Katy for her work on the detailed piece of art that captures Faro but also Karina. Cpl. WATSON was happy surprised when she saw the back of the painting where Faro folks signed their names and provided her with positive messages for the future. Cpl. WATSON we wish you all the best to your new endeavors. RCMP is reminding locals to buckle up their seatbelts. Wearing a seat belt properly is a legal requirement for all motor vehicle drivers and passengers in Canada. You should never have more people in your car than the number of functional seat belts. Seat belts are designed to be used by one person only and doubling up significantly reduces their effectiveness. The shoulder belt should be worn across your body from the top of your shoulder, across your chest and attach to the lap belt at your waist. The belt should not be worn under your arm or across your neck, since these positions will direct the impact forces to the soft tissues of your neck or abdomen, increasing the risk of serious injury. The lap belt should be worn lowly across the hips for maximum protection. Both the lap and shoulder belts should fit snugly across your body. Children should sit in the back seat in the appropriate restraint. Children age 12 and under should always sit in the back seat as this is the safest place in the car. Front seat air bags can cause significant physical injuries to small children. Winter can be a lot of fun. We all suffered through a short cold spell in January but let’s get moving this February. The recreation department offers a full slate of activities for all ages and the area offers more than enough indoor & outdoor activities to keep us moving. Get out and get active, we’ll see you there. *****************************************************************************
To contact Faro RCMP in an emergency, call 911. These calls will be answered by Whitehorse OCC who will have officers respond to the call. For general inquiries in the community, call 994-2677. If there is no answer, please phone 994-5555 and an officer will be contacted. ***************************************************************************** Faro Detachment would like to remind members of the community about our Emergency Phone located at the front entrance to the Detachment. This phone line is connected directly to Whitehorse RCMP dispatch. The caller only has to hold the phone to their ear and someone from Whitehorse Dispatch will answer. This will ensure a quicker response from Faro RCMP members.
TOWN OF FARO
What’s goin’ on? Campbell Region Training Fund (CRTF)
FARO BIBLE CHAPEL
10:30 am Sunday Services All are welcome. Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442
Between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2019, the Campbell Region Training Fund Society will assist a minimum of 450 eligible Recipients in providing support for individuals seeking employment training that will enhance individual skills required to obtain, maintain or advance employment, or for third party organizations to develop training opportunities that address labour market issues within the Campbell Region as defined by the Recipient's Training Fund Policy. Email 994crtf@gmail.com to receive an application form. Fill it out and return to 994crtf@gmail.com or to Ross River's or Faro's Yukon College Campus.
ART SESSIONS
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Saturdays from 1-4pm at Yukon College Where people gather to paint, crochet, knit etc. This past week Peter Kazda was there doing carving. It is a pleasant way to spend three hours on a cold Saturday afternoon.
Peter Kazda will be at the college on Wednesdays from 3:00-6:00 pm and Saturdays from 2:00-6:00 pm until mid March. He will be doing carving with wood, and if there is an interest, with soapstone.
Business COMMUNITY WENT NORTH FITNESS Certified Personal Trainer (BCRPA) Certified Weight Room Attendant (BCRPA) Fitness Instructor Specialist (CanFitPro) in progress- Holistic Nutrition Coach Offering the following services: One on one personal training (in your home, outside, or at the weight room) Group fitness classes Overall health & wellness sessions Exercises/stretches for those with mobility issues Walking/running programs
Barb McMahon, CTC 994-3016
Contact Kara for a brochure and more information 994-3114 kara_went@hotmail.com
Pilgrim's Landscaping & Snow Removal BOBCAT RENTAL AVAILABLE FOR: SNOW REMOVAL $ 30.00 TO $ 50.00 PER DRIVEWAY (depending on size of driveway) LANDSCAPING, POST HOLE AUGER CALL FOR MORE INFO
KEITH OR DEB 994-3101
FARO STUDIO RESTAURANT
AVON
OPEN 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM DAILY FARO STUDIO LOUNGE
Open 7 days a week! * Phone Cards * Bank Machine
Helen Wagantall
HELEN WAGANTALL
994-3277
994-3277
BONNIE BOWNESS
994-2429
DISCOVERY STORE FARO HARDWARE
Monday-Saturday 10am – 6pm CLOSED Sundays & Holidays
Truck Arrivals: Wednesday Order Day: Friday by 4:00 Pick up Day: Thursday Afternoon Please! *Building Products * Lotto *Fresh Produce *Dairy *We also carry local crafts for gift ideas! CALL US FOR SPECIAL ORDERS AND CASELOTS @
994-2470 TD Canada Trust Faro Agency Monday to Friday - 12:15 pm to 3:15 pm
REAL ESTATE HOUSE FOR SALE RECENTLY RENOVATED HOME AT 268 DAWSON DRIVE SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PELLY RIVER, SEMI FURNISHED, DETACHED GARAGE, PRICED TO SELL AT $80,000.00. TO HAVE A LOOK AT THE HOUSE PLEASE CALL KEITH OR DEB AT
DO YOU WANT TO HAVE SOMEONE ELSE PAY YOUR MORTGAGE? Spacious, newly renovated Triplex for sale in Faro, Yukon with GREAT rental income! Get away from it all and have your own unit! Unit 1 – Fully furnished, 3 bedroom, 1 bath townhouse style vacation rental
994-3101. Unit 2 – Fully furnished – 3 bedroom, 1 bath vacation rental Unit 3 – 3 bedroom, 1 bath unit good for long-term renter or owner unit Check out our website for more information: http://www.farovacationrentals.com/#!for-sale
$198,500 994-3322 MOTIVATED TO SELL
Call 406-640-0299 or e-mail farovacation@gmail.com
HOUSE HOUSEFOR FOR SALE: SALE 603 YATES CRESCENT $165,000.00
Very private and bright open concept home: 2 story 2200 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Attached garage Home built in 1981 never unoccupied Renovated since 2008/09 Crawlspace vapour-barrier New Roof (2012) New Eavestroves (2013) Metal Storage Shed 8’x10’ Garden tool shed, greenhouse Excellent unimpeded view of mountains and Tintina Trench LotLot 11 fully Tintina Subdivision, fenced with gateFaro Back of property greenbelt This beautiful 3500 square foot log home situated in the heart of pristine Yukon Territory is zoned country residential and sits on 3.5 acres. The home is Spacious back Greenhouse & Garden, &furnishings pottingin bench, extremely well kept, fully landscaped with 4 largeyard raised with garden beds and a large greenhouse. All the the home are included in the sale, new stainless steele appliances, living room furniture, wood/oil combination stove, new washer and dryer, a working antique ElVira wood cook stove, Located on upper bench next to golf course – excellent location pool table, Ranger ATV, riding lawn mower, internet satellite system and TV satellite system and many more items, call for more information. The house has hardwood floors in the living room, tile in the sun room and Kitchen and laminate in the entry porch area. The house is open concept with a large 1000 foot loft area. There are two bedrooms and one large bathroom with a separate shower and Jacuzzi tub. The views are panoramic views of the beautiful Pelly River Valley. There are two garages on the property, a large green house and raised garden beds. An extremely quiet area so one can enjoy the pristine wilderness at your pleasure. Currently there is a 1000 gallon holding tank for drinking water, however we had a potable fresh water well drilled in 2015. There is fishing and hunting for those that enjoy that. Canoeing, hiking, snow mobiling, snowshoeing to name just a few wonderful outdoor activities that one can enjoy in this beautiful part of the world. The town of Faro is full service community including a kindergarten to Grade 12 School, a Health Centre, RCMP Detachment, Municipal Buildings, Recreation Centre c/w gymnasium and swimming pool (summer use only), an Ice Arena, Hotel and Restaurant, Bed and Breakfast facilities, Liquor Store, FOR FURTHER DETAILS ORstore. VIEWING PLEASE CALL Government services office, Conservation office, Grocery Store and Hardware
1-867-390-2607 OR 1-867-334-1968 If you are interested in a peaceful lifestyle living in the most beautiful part of the world this house needs to be seen to be appreciated. Contact: (serious enquiries only please) Keith and Debbie Carreau-867-994-3101, more pictures available upon request and/or tours.
HOUSE FOR SALE: 603 YATES CRESCENT $165,000.00
Very private and bright open concept home: 2 story 2200 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Attached garage Home built in 1981 never unoccupied Renovated since 2008/09 Crawlspace vapour-barrier New Roof (2012) New Eavestroves (2013) Metal Storage Shed 8’x10’ Garden tool shed, greenhouse Excellent unimpeded view of mountains and Tintina Trench Lot fully fenced with gate Back of property greenbelt Spacious back yard with Greenhouse & Garden, & potting bench, Located on upper bench next to golf course – excellent location
FOR FURTHER DETAILS OR VIEWING PLEASE CALL 1-867-390-2607 OR 1-867-334-1968
RENTALS
FULLY FURNISHED 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH VACATION RENTAL (2 UNITS)! Newly furnished 3 bedroom, 1 bath townhouse style condo. Includes full kitchen, washer & dryer and so much more! Daily, weekly and monthly rates. Call 406-640-0299 or e-mail farovacation@gmail.com Check out our website for more info and pictures: www.farovacationrentals.com
Classifieds LOST AND FOUND
HOW TO PLACE AN AD
EMPLOYMENT
A few weeks ago someone was at the health center and left behind a helmet.
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CAREERS
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Employers post your jobs with us.
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Job Seekers post resumes for FREE. Recruiting & Staffing firm needs you.
For sale, rent, give away, free, babysitting, Yard Sales, etc etc!
www.jobsgalore.org
FOR SALE
Check out the Faro Buy & Sell on Facebook! Over
500 members and lots of new items added! Search: Faro Buy & Sell
Miscellaneous LOOK UP February 11 - Full Moon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be will be fully illuminated. This phase occurs at 00:33 UTC. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Full Snow Moon because the heaviest snows usually fell during this time of the year. Since hunting is difficult, this moon has also been known by some tribes as the Full Hunger Moon, since the harsh weather made hunting difficult. February 11 - Penumbral Lunar Eclipse. A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's partial shadow, or penumbra. During this type of eclipse the Moon will darken slightly but not completely. The eclipse will be visible throughout most of eastern South America, eastern Canada, the Atlantic Ocean, Europe, Africa, and western Asia. (NASA Map and Eclipse Information) February 26 - New Moon. The Moon will located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This phase occurs at 14:59 UTC. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to interfere. February 26 - Annular Solar Eclipse. An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far away from the Earth to completely cover the Sun. This results in a ring of light around the darkened Moon. The Sun's corona is not visible during an annular eclipse. The path of the eclipse will begin off the coast of Chile and pass through southern Chile and southern Argentina, across the southern Atlantic Ocean, and into Angola and Congo in Africa. A partial eclipse will be visible throughout parts of southern South America and southwestern Africa.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements Please submit your announcements by the 28th of each Month to; TheFrozenMukluk@gmail.com
Thanks to everyone who submitted this month!
Kel Sax (Feb 6th )
If possible, limit your announcements to 20 words or less.
HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!!!
Betty Murphy (Feb. 15th )
BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES BIRTHS BABY SHOWERS MEMORIALS GET WELL THANK YOU
WELCOME HOME
GRADUATION TheFrozenMukluk@gmail.com
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS IN FEBRUARY…. Abstract thoughts. Loves reality and abstract. Intelligent and clever. Changing personality. Attractive. sexiest out of everyone. Temperamental. Quiet, shy and humble. Honest and loyal. Determined to reach goals. Loves freedom. Rebellious when restricted. Loves aggressiveness. Too sensitive and easily hurt. Gets angry really easily but does not show it. Dislikes unnecessary things. Loves making friends but rarely shows it. Daring and stubborn. Ambitious. Realizing dreams and hopes. Sharp. Loves entertainment and leisure. Romantic on the inside not outside. Superstitious and ludicrous. Spendthrift. Tries to learn to show emotions.
Tina Freake (Feb.1st )
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY
Mary (Louise) Ford June 5th, 1923 - January 11th, 2017
Louise passed away at Macauley Lodge at 93 years of age. She arrived in the Yukon in 1960 with her husband, Nelson, and their two sons residing in Whitehorse and Dawson City. Louise and Nelson retired to their cabin at Little Salmon Lake in 1983, where she remained until 2010, then moved to Whitehorse to be near her sons. But her heart always remained at Little Salmon. She is survived by her two sons, David-Smiley Ford (Shirley) and Calvin Ford (Patti); six grandchildren, Alisha (Alex), Alexander, Meghan (Terry), Kelsie (Levi), Jill (Jordan), Ted, and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial will be held at a later date in the Spring. The family would like to thank the staff at Macauley Lodge and a special thanks to Glenda Eberlein for all of her help during the end.
FEBRUARY activities
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Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3 Dr. Freeman @ Faro Market Dr. Freeman @ FHC 4-6 pm @ rec FHC 1:00-2:30 pm Pizza Night@ Studio Faro Fire Dept. Restaurant Carpet Bowling meets 7pm @ gym 7 8 9 10 1:00-2:30 pm Pizza Night@ Studio 1:00-2:30 pm Faro Market Carpet Bowling Restaurant Carpet Bowling 4-6 pm @ rec @ gym @ gym Council meets Faro Fire Dept. 7pm meets 7pm 14 15 16 17 Dr. Flath @ FHC Dr. Flath @ FHC Dr. Flath @ FHC Faro Market VALENTINES DAY 4-6 pm @ rec 1:00-2:30 pm Pizza Night@ Studio 1:00-2:30 pm Carpet Faro Fire Dept. Carpet Bowling Restaurant Bowling @ gym meets 7pm @ gym ToF Presentation & discussion on zoning Seniors Whitehorse Sportsman’s trip Lounge 7pm 21 22 23 24 1:00-2:30 pm HERITAGE Carpet Bowling Faro Market 1:00-2:30 pm 4-6 pm @ rec Carpet Bowling @ gym DAY (MOST OFFICES @ gym CLOSED) Faro Fire Dept. meets 7pm Council meets 7pm
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Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm 11
Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm
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Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm