Monthly Archives: May 2012

Dawson Reacts to Cuts at Parks

Klondike National Historic Sites Superintendent David Rohatensky spoke of trying to fulfill the KNHS mandate in spite of reduced capacity.
Story & Photos by Dan Davidson
From the outset, Dawson’s town council was not happy with the announcement of cuts being made to the Parks Canada operation in Dawson City. The May 9 council package contained a [...]

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Breakup Comes Early this Year

Joyce Caley and Glenda Bolt hold up the Ice Pool Clock for everyone to see
Story & Photos
by Dan Davidson
Break-up on the Yukon River in front of Dawson occurred as 9:42 on a misty May 1 Tuesday morning. This is six days earlier than last year, but well within the range of normal breakup times and [...]

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