In September, I went out to retrieve some released caribou collars.
Caribou Collar Retrieval
Written by: Faye
Category: Out on the Land
Summer Update
Written by: Faye
I’ve been on a bit of a hiatus from the blog recently, due to being busy and/or away. Relaxing covid restrictions permitted us to socialize more freely and to leave the territory for the first time in a year and a half, so we’ve been taking full advantage. I’ll try to catch you up on the past summer…
In June, Sam and I got out hiking in the Richardsons again. Similar to last year, the lack of trails made for some difficult terrain, a long day of hiking, but an ever-beautiful landscape.
Early July involved numerous social events, including a beer mile, some kayaking, Faye’s (very brief and temporary) return to refereeing pro wrestling, and an epic going away party for Jarred.
Later in July, I met up with friends from near and far in the Yukon and did some lovely hiking (and a bit of flightseeing) in Kluane National Park and the surrounding area.
After visiting friends and family in southern Canada, Maciek and I road-tripped our way back through the Yukon in late August, just in time to catch the beautiful fall colours.
In early September, I finally got out on Inuvik’s golf course for the first time, and kayaked to the pingos up near Tuktoyaktuk.
Hole 3: I did not attempt this shot 
Spring in Inuvik
Written by: Faye
It’s been a busy few months, and I have fallen behind on blogging. Here’s a quick update:
• In March-April, I went on a polar bear survey up on the Arctic Ocean.
• I also went out on some surveys looking for caribou and muskox.
• The Ski Club ran the Top of the World Loppet this year – a ski event that has been running for over 50 years in Inuvik.
• I did a bike ride to Aklavik along the 120 km ice road (although I didn’t make it the whole way – the road was very slushy).
• I went up to Tuktoyaktuk for some skiing, kiteskiing, and a beachside photo shoot.
• Eventually winter ended, but it was still snowing in June.
