Yukon 2008 Vacation Planner - (Page 57) Campbell take time to explore Wildlife Viewing Faro is situated along the Tintina Trench, a broad rift in the earth’s surface that acts as a major corridor for bird and other wildlife migrations. This geographic feature makes the area an excellent destination for birders and naturalists, particularly in spring and fall. A herd of 100 distinctly coloured Fannin’s sheep lives near Faro, and the Lapie Canyon near Ross River is home to a band of Stone’s sheep. In summer, the sheep are usually at higher elevations. Inquire at the Campbell Region Interpretive Centre about birding and wildlife viewing programs, and ask for a copy of the Viewing Wildlife in Faro brochure. Wildlife viewing decks are situated around the region. events Float plane on Fisheye Lake – YG Fisheye Lake Stocked with rainbow trout and kokanee, Fisheye is an excellent fishing hole. This day-use area has a boat ramp, change rooms, firepits and picnic facilities. If you don’t have a fishing licence yet, you can buy one in nearby Faro. Go for a quiet paddle and watch for diving ducks and loons. On the Campbell Highway just 15 km from Faro. annual Crane & sheep Viewing Festival may 9 – 11, 2008 Come watch migrating sandhill cranes and admire unique Fannin’s sheep, enjoy natural history talks, viewing tours and entertainment. 11th annual Faro open Golf tournament July 18 – 19, 2008 Eighteen holes, best ball format, teams of four. There will also be a BBQ. Registration deadline is July 16. mini arts Festival, July 26 – 27, 2008 Come to the Faro Campbell Region Interpretive Centre and enjoy the display of local artisans as well as take part in a workshop or two. Wild game BBQ. For more events, refer to the Calendar of events on pages 4 – 9 or visit travelyukon.com the Canol Footbridge Make a point of walking across the Canol footbridge in Ross River. Over 182 metres (600 feet) long, this cable and wood bridge is the longest suspension bridge in the Yukon. A fascinating piece of engineering, this World-War-II-era bridge was built by the Canadian American Northern Oil Line (CANOL). Today, pedestrians cross the wide Pelly River as they overlook the cable ferry transporting vehicles to the North Canol Road. Canoeing on the Pelly River – YG travelyukon.com 57 http://travelyukon.com http://travelyukon.com
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