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Whitehorse:
Gateway To Canada's Yukon Territory - Named for the Whitehorse Rapids, which are said to resemble the mane of a white horse, this northern community became the capital of the Yukon in 1953. Named by some the Wilderness City, Whitehorse nestles on the banks of the famous Yukon River surrounded by mountains and clear mountain lakes, and home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Canada. The Yukon Transportation Museum displays items belonging to the First Nations' people, including skin boats, snowshoes, dogsleds, and a full size replica of the Queen of the Yukon, sister airplane of the Spirit of St. Louis.  Stop by the new Yukon Beringia Interpretative Centre for a glimpse of the history and culture of Canada's First People. Whitehorse became famous as the centre of the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19th Century. A highlight here is the SS Klondike National Historic Site a preserved stern wheeler boat. The MacBride Museum has excellent displays on the heritage of the Whitehorse and the Yukon. A `must do` activity is a cruise on the Yukon River as is a visit to Frantic Follies - a vaudeville review that recaptures the atmosphere of the Klondike. The Yukon is big game country. Hunters equipped with a rifle or camera can look for an array of wildlife. Sport fishing in the Yukon`s crystal clear lakes and fast-moving streams and rivers attracts thousands of anglers from all over the world. Although the summer season is short in the Yukon, the length of the days helps to offset the limited growing period. Whitehorse has about 20 hours during June and 18 hours in July. Whitehorse, is the territory`s largest and capital city. With a spectacular mountain backdrop, Whitehorse is a city rich in culture and history. Adventure based activities such as whitewater rafting; sea kayaking or heli-hiking will excite adventure tourists and trekkers! The winter season offers its own unique mix of activities sure to put a warm charge into any meeting. Optional activities such as snowmobiling, dog mushing and igloo building provide the ultimate Yukon winter experience. For 10 days in February, visitors come to experience the Yukon Quest International Dog Sled Race, a northern tradition for 21 years. Spectators can watch the musher`’s and their teams of up to 14 huskies, race more than 1,600 kilometres of wilderness trail. In odd numbered years, the race starts in Whitehorse, and in even numbered years it starts in Fairbanks, Alaska. The Sourdough Rendezvous, a winter carnival designed to combat winter cabin fever takes place annually on the last full weekend in February. Antics include chainsaw chucking, tug-a-truck competitions, frozen chicken bowling, Can Can dancers and Yukon`s famous Snowshoe Shufflers. Come spring, bird watching enthusiasts will want to take in the Celebration of Swans Festival, where you can see and experience thousands of swans and other waterbirds on their spring migration. In June The Yukon River Quest is the longest canoe and kayak race in the world. During August, is the Yukon River Bathtub Race Longest and toughest bathtub race in the world. Gorgeous scenery and a vibrant city lifestyle. For those adventure seekers wishing to enjoy the spectacular scenery on route, there are plenty of interesting ways to get here. This attractive city has a lot to offer visitors.
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