2013 VACATION PLANNER - Travel Yukon

Sustainable Tourism
The Yukon is one of the world’s most
compelling eco-destinations. Much of the vast
and richly diverse landscape is protected within
territorial and national parks, as well as other
special management areas. For instance,
Kluane National Park and Reserve is part of
a 97,000 square kilometre UNESCO World
Heritage Site that includes land in the Yukon,
British Columbia and Alaska. This massive
international preserve is home to Mt. Logan,
Canada’s tallest peak, and the largest icefields
outside the polar caps.
Sustainable tourism is gentler on the land and
its resources, supportive of local communities
and a strong contributor to the local economy.
Many travellers are becoming aware of the
environmental, economic and social impacts
of travel on the places they visit. Here are a
few ways you can support sustainable tourism
in the Yukon:
• Make an effort to reduce your waste.
• Use recycling facilities in Whitehorse and
other Yukon communities.
• Practice Leave No Trace wilderness travel.
Leave historic objects and remains in place
for others to enjoy.
• Support Yukon businesses and buy locally
produced products. The work of Yukon
artisans make beautiful souvenirs.
• Join cultural and historic tours to find out
more about the places you visit.
• Donate to local social causes.
• Support businesses that are members of
the Wilderness Tourism Association of the
Yukon (WTAY). WTAY has a code of conduct,
promotes best environmental practices and
supports conservation.
Souvenirs from Dawson City – YG
Designated trails protect delicate flora – S. Wackerhagen
Be familiar with current fishing regulations –YG
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