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8 An adventure playground for the soul Paddling the pristine waters of Kluane Lake – YG, R. Wheater The Yukon—from arctic dreams to mountain extremes Chilkoot, Logan, Tatshenshini, Klondike, Tombstone, Dempster, Ivvavik. These are the places your daydreams are made of, offering the signature experiences that set the Yukon apart. But it’s more than world-class canoeing and lofty hikes in the Yukon—it’s about connecting with a landscape that will change the way you feel. You’ll know it one evening, as you stand in the light of the midnight sun: these are the memories that will stay with you forever.
Running the Klondike Road Relay – YG Reaching for New Highs Under the watch of a 24-hour sun, in the Yukon you’ll have the adventure of a lifetime. Yukon hosts some stellar races, often attracting thousands of competitors. Run through the mountains in the Klondike Trail of ‘98 International Road Relay, take part in the 24 Hours of Light Mountain Bike Festival, or paddle in the Yukon River Quest Canoe and Kayak Race. Check the Calendar of Events on pages 16–17 and reach for new personal highs and explore new geographical frontiers. Rivers From intimate alpine streams to mighty continental waterways, Yukon’s rivers come in all sizes. What sets them apart? Yukon has dozens of canoeable mountain rivers, and world-class rafting and kayaking routes. Our waters are pristine, the scenery is unmatched, and our mountain landscapes are still wild. Most notable, our river guides are the best in the world! Enjoy a peaceful day on the water, learn new skills and restore your soul. Experience life on the edge, and venture to places few people see. Kluane Lake under the midnight sun – YG, R. Wheater Trails Thousands of kilometres of trails and mining roads offer outstanding riding and hiking all over the Yukon. Recently discovered to be a top mountain biking destination in North America, Whitehorse is surrounded by a network of forest trails. Drawn by classic routes like Tombstone or the Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site, hikers get addicted to Yukon’s abundant hiking opportunities. The Ogilvie Mountains beckon with gentle green flanks and craggy black peaks. The glacially carved Wernecke Mountains offer countless routes along open ridges. Kluane’s broad valleys sweep into tawny slopes and jagged pinnacles cloaked in ice. Staying on paths helps protect the wild —and you – YG, D. Crowe Walk Softly In the gold rush era, environmental conservation as we know it likely wasn’t a concern for most. Times have changed considerably since the days of the stampede. We want the Yukon to remain pure, authentic and natural. In all wilderness activities we encourage low-impact principles of Leave No Trace. Obtain proper fishing or hunting licences and camping permits, and follow the regulations that help conserve Yukon’s treasures. Wildlife Watching wildlife is often the highlight of a trip to the Yukon. With twice as many moose as people, the Yukon is truly wild! Yukon is home to many plants and animals not easily seen in southern Canada. Nature lovers delight in arctic and alpine flowers, butterflies, mountain goats, Dall’s and Fannin sheep. Grizzly bears, caribou, elk, bison, Peregrine falcons and millions of migratory birds also call the territory home. As you plan your Yukon vacation, use the Yukon Wildlife Viewing Guide to help prepare for the trip. www.yukoninfo.com/ requestwildlifeviewingguide.html With its abundant wildlife, clean water and vast intact wilderness, Yukon is the ultimate eco-destination. Yukoners have a strong conservation ethic, and many of the territory’s special wild places are protected within three national parks, four territorial parks, four Canadian Heritage Rivers and other special management areas. Taking care of Yukon’s pristine environment is an important aspect of sustaining our most memorable visitor experiences into the future. 9
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