The Frozen Mukluk
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Local Monthly News from Faro, Yukon
Vol. 9 Issue 6 MAY 2017
IN THIS ISSUE;
Small Business Interest Groups Classifieds Announcements Faro Bible Chapel Wildlife Viewing What’s goin’ on Fannin Sheep near Faro – photo courtesy of Frank de Jong
& Lots More!! Town of Faro Faro RCMP Real Estate LIstings
“Gardening is a matter of your enthusiasm holding up until your back gets used to it”
MAY 2016 HISTORICAL WEATHER Max Temp: +25.0 C Max Temp. Date: May 21st 2016 Min Temp: -2.5 C Min Temp Date: May 5th 2016 Precipitation: 21 mm Maximum Wind: 63 kms/hr Mean Temp: +9.7 C
Latitude: 62°12'27.000" N Longitude: 133°22'33.000" W Elevation: 716.60 M
Quote of the Month;
EDITORs NOTES
PLEASE NOTE The Frozen Mukluk will not be published for July 2017 Next issue will be July ☺ Thanks in advance for your understanding!
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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!
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 until later in May. Please call Peter at 994-3022. We can now accept clean non-refundable glass and Styrofoam.
MICHEL DUPONT DUPONT AVIATION SERVICES FARO AIRPORT (Community Aerodrome Radio Station, C.A.R.S.)
APRIL 2017
(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
Passport Applications Available
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 +7.8 C Minimum average temp -4.8 C Maximum recorded temp +14.4 C Minimum recorded temp - 13.9 C Rainfall 0.8mm Snowfall 4.6 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
18 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.
•Based on the Preferred Projection, Yukon’s population is projected to be 45,230 in 2030, with an annual average growth rate of 1.3%. •Yukon’s population is projected to grow 1.4% in 2017, 1.0% in 2018 and 1.4% in 2019. • In 2030, the population in the 0- to 15-year age group is expected to reach 7,610; the 16- to 65year age group, 30,690; and the 66-year and older age group is expected to be 6,930. http://www.eco.gov.yk.ca/stats/pdf/
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FARO RCMP DETACHMENT Hello to everyone in Faro, hope everyone had a great Easter weekend. Now that Easter has come and gone we have good ol’ May Long Weekend to look forward to, and soon school will be out for the 2016/2017 year. Faroites have probably noticed an increased presence on the Robert Campbell Highway by yours truly the Faro RCMP. First off I would like to say thanks to everyone in town for the way they conduct themselves while driving on the highway. I can personally say that I have been out multiple times and came across local people driving on the highway using safe speeds. It’s safe to say that if you wave at your local RCMP you are from Faro!. So I just wanted to take a moment and express my gratitude to all you fine folks. However, you also probably noticed that the RCMP has had vehicle’s pulled over conducting checkstops and this was to enforce speeds on the Robert Campbell. It’s getting warm out and the local wildlife will be crossing the highway soon enough, so I would ask that if you have family coming in from out of town, please ask them to keep to the posted speed limits as well, as we would not want anyone hitting wildlife and endangering themselves or other motorists. This brings me to the issue of our anticipated bear season coming up. If you see a bear within the Town of Faro please call the Conservation Office first at 994-2862. If they are not available then please contact the RCMP. All in all everything is great in Faro, the days are getting longer and the temperatures are getting warmer, so I hope everyone gets outside and enjoy this wonderful weather! Please do keep in mind that if you are driving your ATV please wear your helmets and have your ATV registered and insured. Cst Byron MACLEAN, Faro RCMP
***Cst DRAPEAU has been planning a community barbeque for National Police week that will be held on May 18th, 2017 at the CRIC from 12:00-1:30pm. National Police Week began in 1970 as a way for police to connect with their community and increase awareness about the service they provide. Community policing is at the heart of Police Week, as it’s an opportunity for police and community members to get to know each other. Additionally, for our special Canada 150 edition of Police Week, we want you to meet detachment members, members for whom police work is not just a job, but a calling and a passion. ****************************************************************************
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.
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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Standard First Aid / CPR Course
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.
Tentatively May 16-17 Call Yukon College 994-8800
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.
SPRING 2017 SCHEDULE SPRING 2017 SCHEDULE Whitehorse will open behind Boston pizza same as last year, opening May 12 2017 hours are 9-7 seven days a week * Watson Lake May 22- May 25 hrs 8-8pm * Teslin May 26 -8am-until 11 am May 27 * Johnson Crossing May27 noon until 2pm * Atlin May 27 6pm until noon May 28 * Haines Junction My 28 6pm until noon May 29 * Carmacks dropoff at Coal Mine RV May 29 late morning * Mayo May 29 3pm until 7pm * Dawson City May 30- June 4th hrs 8am-8pm * Faro Evening June 4th-evening June 5th * Ross River June 6th 9am-5pm
PRE-ORDERS ENCOURAGED & GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
CALL 1-250-7750-1071
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The Rec Centre will be closed May 11th – 15th for the AYC/GM. This includes the weight room which will only be open Thursday, May 11th, then closed for the rest of the weekend. You may use the weight room again on Monday, May 15th. The Rec will open as usual on May 16th. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
The Frozen Mukluk will not be publishing a JUNE 2017 Issue Next issue will be JULY 2017 Thanks in advance for your understanding Happy Spring – and Happy Solstice everyone!!
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
NEW PHONEBOOKS
WILL BE ARRIVING
Monday-Saturday 10am – 6pm CLOSED Sundays & Holidays
EFFECTIVE MAY 7 THE STORE WILL BE OPEN
Truck Arrivals: Wednesday IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS SUNDAYS AND Order Day: Friday by 4:00 HOLIDAYS 12 - 5 Pick up Day: Thursday Afternoon Please! *Building Products * Lotto *Fresh Produce *Dairy *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 OR VIEWING PLEASE CALL Government services office, Conservation office, Grocery Store and Hardware store.
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.
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 HOW TO PLACE AN AD
EMPLOYMENT
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Post Resumes for FREE.
FOR SALE
Check out the Faro Buy & Sell on Facebook! Over
500 members and lots of new items added! Search: Faro Buy & Sell
Miscellaneous RHUBARB PUDDING CAKE
LOOK UP May 6, 7 - Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower. The Eta Aquarids is an above average shower, capable of producing up to 60 . meteors per hour at its peak. Most of the activity is seen in the Southern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the rate can reach about 30 meteors per . hour. It is produced by dust particles left behind by comet Halley, which has known and observed since ancient times. The shower runs annually from April 19 to May 28. It peaks this year on the night of May 6 and the morning of the May 7. The waxing gibbous moon will block out many of the fainter meteors this year. But if you are patient, you should be able to catch quite a few of the brighter ones. Best viewing will be from a dark location after midnight. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Aquarius, but can appear anywhere in the sky. May 10 - 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 21:42 UTC. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Full Flower Moon because this was the time of year when spring flowers appeared in abundance. This moon has also been known as the Full Corn Planting Moon and the Milk Moon. May 17 - Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation. The planet Mercury reaches greatest western elongation of 25.8 degrees from the Sun. This is the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon in the morning sky. Look for the planet low in the eastern sky just before sunrise. May 25 - 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 19:45 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.
2 cups chopped rhubarb 1 3/4 cup sugar, divided 3 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup sifted flour 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2/3 cup boiling water
Cover the bottom of an 8 or 9 inch square pan with fruit. (I prefer an 8 inch or 9 inch square glass baking dish. You could also use a deep dish glass pie plate.) Mix 3/4 cup sugar, butter, baking powder, salt, extracts, milk and flour together (add a little more milk if it is too thick to pour); pour over fruit. Mix remaining sugar and cornstarch; sprinkle over mixture in pan. Pour boiling water over the top. ( I know this sounds strange, but trust me, it works to create a pudding around the rhubarb in the bottom of the pan.) Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Yield: 9 servings.
You can see that the sugar topping creates a glaze on the top of the cake, something like a creme brulee, as well as creating the pudding at the bottom. Serve warm in a bowl with ice cream, or let it cool a bit, slice and invert on your plate to show off the pudding. You may also substitute a gluten free flour blend, I bake an extra ten minutes. .
ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements
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BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES
Jim Cheater May 20th
Flo Holmes May 19th HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUCY
Ice melting – photo courtesy of HaRa Hopf
(May 30th)
BIRTHS BABY SHOWERS MEMORIALS GET WELL
FROM GLENDA & HEATHER ☺
THANK YOU
WELCOME HOME
GRADUATION TheFrozenMukluk@gmail.com
A Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms from The Frozen Mukluk
Photo courtesy of Frank de Jong
Wishing everyone a safe, sunny May long week-end!
MAY activities
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
2 Council meets 7pm
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7 8 Sheep & Crane Festival closes
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Wednesday Thursday Friday 3 4 5 Sheep & CRIC opens for Crane the season Festival begins!
10 Faro Market 4-6 pm @ rec
11 Rec Closed
14 15 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! Rec Closed 21 22 VICTORIA DAY
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Rec Closed Pizza Night@ Studio Restaurant
18 (tentative)
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Faro Market 4-6 pm @ rec
Faro Fire Dept. meets 7pm
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Council meets 7pm
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Faro Market 4-6 pm @ rec
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Rec Closed
31 Faro Market 4-6 pm @ rec Faro Fire Dept. meets 7pm
Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm 27
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Faro Pool opens for the Season! Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm
Faro Fire Dept. meets 7pm
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Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm
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CRIC 12:00-1:30pm.
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Yukon College Art Sessions 1-4pm
Standard 1st Aid & Standard 1st Aid & CPR @ Yukon POLICE WEEK CPR @ Yukon College College (tentative) BBQ @
Sheep & Crane Festival
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Faro Fire Dept. meets 7pm
Saturday 6