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It’s a gateway to Canada’s True North—where If you haven’t tried what Whitehorse small group photography outings (www.
you can mush a team of sled dogs through a has on off er, then it’s time to give it a go. naturetoursyukon.com ).
silent forest, pull a champion-sized fi sh There’s always a spot on the calendar for In February, Whitehorse is energized by
from a sparkling lake, learn the traditional further consideration. the Yukon Quest sled dog race, when some
First Nations ways, or dabble in the spirited of the world’s best mushers race their teams
history of the Klondike Gold Rush. VENTURE INTO NATURE along a 1,600-km (1,000-mi.) trail, follow-
As the territory’s largest and most Whitehorse is a magnet for experienced ing the historical winter routes that once
vibrant settlement, Whitehorse has deep guides off ering a full slate of activities for connected the Klondike goldfi elds and the
historic roots and a timeless First Nations every season, whether fi nding a mountain Alaskan interior (www.yukonquest.com ).
heritage, as well as almost unlimited ways to biking trail under the midnight sun, There is guaranteed wildlife spotting at
explore and enjoy the surrounding unspoiled canoeing a heritage river, dogsledding, the 283-ha (700-acre) Yukon Wildlife
wilderness. These authentic adventures are snowshoeing or cross-country skiing Preserve by interpretive bus tour, self-guided
easy to fi nd, opening the door to a world of through snowy woodlands. walking tour or on cross-country skis along
true northern experiences. Yukon Wild is a one-stop collective of groomed trails to see woodland caribou,
For much of its history, Whitehorse has licenced adventure experts who know how to lynx, Rocky Mountain elk, mountain goats
been the transportation and commercial experience the famed Canadian backcountry and sheep, moose, mule deer, muskox,
heart of the region, getting its name from in a safe and eco-friendly manner (www. wood bison and foxes in their natural
the churning white waters of the Yukon yukonwild.com ). Away from the glare of city environment (www.yukonwildlife.ca ).
River that resemble the fl owing manes of lights, a stay in a private cabin at Sundog
horses. In summer, when the river was Retreat highlights spectacular views of the FIRST NATIONS CELEBRATE
navigable, fortune seekers and daring swirling aurora borealis and opportunities A POWERFUL HERITAGE
entrepreneurs of the Gold Rush fl oated their to spot some of the Yukon’s famed wildlife The traditions of drumming, singing,
boats downriver toward the goldfi elds. (www.sundogretreat.com ). A short drive dancing and feasting are powerful ways to
Through the long winter months, sled dog from downtown, at Muktuk Adventures, learn about the rich heritage and culture of
teams moved mail and supplies along the dozens of Alaskan huskies love to run, the Yukon’s 14 First Nations.
frozen river and lakes. taking guests on guided sled dog outings, Whitehorse lies within the traditional
It is a city with a very walkable down- year-round (www.muktuk.com ). Perennially, territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation,
town, easily navigated in summer aboard the specialists at Up North Adventures whose people incorporate the lifestyles,
the Waterfront Trolley—the bright-yellow arrange dog mushing, snowshoeing and history and traditions of several diff erent
restored 1925 vintage trolley that travels snowmobiling tours, aurora borealis First Nations of the Yukon and northern
along the city’s riverfront. For walkers, the viewing, guided and self-guided river trips British Columbia. The walls and rooms of
scenic fi ve-km, paved, non-motorized (www.upnorthadventures.com ). Visitors can the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre enclose
Millennium Trail loops along both sides of custom design a Yukon Essentials package a space designed for the celebration of
the Yukon River. with Nature Tours of Yukon, including Yukon First Nations culture. The centre’s
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