Wednesday, July 23, 2008

1. Bear-Human Interactions

Since 1997, Sandra MacDougall has reviewed many of the reported bear-human interactions along different trails and routes in Kluane National Park and Reserve. In some cases, her work has resulted in changes in park management. Join her as she outlines some of the highlights of her analysis over the years, and explores trends in bear-human interactions in Kluane. Sandra MacDougall, M.E.Des.
Instructor, Red Deer College, will be presenting this weekend:

Saturday, July 26, 2008, 7:30 pm, Kluane National Park VRC, Haines Junction

Sunday, July 27, 2008, 7:30 pm Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, Whitehorse

2. New River Book

Whitehorse-based authors Juri Peepre and Sarah Locke are pleased to announce the publication of their new book, Wild Rivers of the Yukon’s Peel Watershed.

Packed full of information, photographs and maps illustrating the fascinating natural and cultural history of the Peel River region, the book is a traveller’s guide to eight premiere mountain rivers including the renowned Three Rivers--the Wind, Snake and Bonnet Plume--as well as the Hart, Blackstone, Ogilvie and the legendary Rat River.

With detailed logistics and river descriptions, along with suggestions for safe and low impact tripping, the book will appeal to paddlers, hikers and others interested in the North. Essays on conservation and wilderness travel round out the content of the book. The book celebrates a wild northern landscape which conservationists have worked to protect for more than 15 years.

Softcover. Retail price: $24.95. Available at Mac’s Fireweed on Main Street in Whitehorse, as well as other Yukon outlets. For on-line orders, visit www.yukonbooks.com. For more information, contact Juri Peepre at 867-668-2996.

3. First Nations Lands

This is a reminder to all wilderness tourism operators to consult with First Nations before operating any tours on First Nations lands. Some trails are on settlement land and are being developed by First Nations (e.g. trails on Montana Mountain). While some First Nations want to encourage tourism on their land, operators need to understand the context of how they are governed and who is in control of the land.

4. New Members

WTAY is pleased to welcome the following new members:

Riverjet Safaris Yukon Ltd. (o/a Wild Wonders River Tours), Richard & Rebecca Bradford-Andrew

Klondike Kate’s Cabins & Restaurant, Josee Savard & Philippe Lamarche, www.klondikekates.ca