Yukon 2008 Vacation Planner - (Page 51) Kluane take time to explore Klukshu Village Klukshu is a seasonal Southern Tutchone fish camp and village in a picturesque valley adjacent to Kluane National Park. Visitors can view interpretive displays, fish traps and a smokehouse, stop at a small museum and craft shop, and buy tea and bannock accompanied by a story. Km 183 on the Haines Road (63 km south of Haines Junction) Kusawa & aishihik lakes The quiet grandeur of Kusawa Lake and Aishihik Lake beckons for excellent fishing, camping and off-the-main-road solitude. The turnoff onto the Kusawa Lake Road is at Km 1489 on the Alaska Highway, and there are two campgrounds in the valley. Aishihik Road is located at Km 1549 on the Alaska Highway, 33 km east of Haines Junction. Otter Falls Recreation Site is located 30 km up the Aishihik Road, and the Aishihik Campground is found 10 km further along. Watch for the resident herd of bison. Wedding at Kathleen Lake – R. Postma events alcan 200 international snow Machine road rally, January 19 – 20, 2008 This snow machine race on the Haines Road starts at the Canadian border, 42 miles from Haines, AK, and heads for Dezadeash Lake, YT, and back. January 18 – Calcutta auction in Haines, AK. Race day free shuttle bus from Haines to Dezadeash. silver sled dog race, early March, 2008 This event consists of a two-day, 161-km (100-mi) race to Silver City and back, two 24-km (15-mi) sprint races, one day of skijoring, and a one-dog, weight-pull contest. alsek Music Festival and Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival, June 13 – 15, 2008 Three days of the best-in-Yukon music under the majestic St. Elias Mountains. Three stages, kids’ events, adult dances – an outdoor event for the whole family. Kluane chilkat international Bike relay June 21, 2008 Bike relay race from Haines Junction, YT to Haines, AK. Eight-person, four-person, two-person and solo teams. Race is 238.28 km (148 mi) with eight legs. For more events, refer to the calendar of events on pages 4 – 9 or visit travelyukon.com Kathleen lake Bring a canoe, enjoy a picnic on the beach or, better yet, camp overnight at Parks Canada’s Kathleen Lake Campground so you can experience this special place in its many moods. Boardwalks, benches, trails, a pebble beach and lakefront shelter make Kathleen Lake accessible for all kinds of activities, but the stunning view and azure waters are what most people remember. Km 219 on the Haines Road (27 km south of Haines Junction) Pine lake A popular spot for swimming, fishing and picnicking, the beach and playground at the Pine Lake Campground make a perfect family destination. Bring a boat or canoe; a boat launch provides easy access to this tranquil lake. On the Alaska Highway (seven km east of Haines Junction) Rafting on the Tatshenshini River – YG travelyukon.com 51 http://travelyukon.com http://travelyukon.com
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