It is where the first gold nugget was found that started the Gold Rush in 1896. Four people actually found it but the American got to stake the claim because the others were native Indians and not considered Canadian citizens! I guess it was a moot point because money wasn’t part of their culture back then but, it would probably would be now!
We did a walking tour last night with a guide from the Visitor Center. It was really interesting to hear the history of the town and funny stories about some of the citizens.
The town is crowded this week-end because June 21 is “Summer Solstice” – the longest day of the year. The sun sets at approximately 2am and rises again shortly thereafter. The golf course has a Midnight Sun tournament on Saturday night.
The Dome is a high mountain in the area where you can see the sun set/rise. Apparently, there is a big drinking party there all night long on June 21 – they are all glad for summer!
You can see the distinction between the clear Klondike River and the muddy Yukon River as they merge here in Dawson City.
“VAST WILDERNESS” is the only way to describe this country. It looks like a thick, dark green shag carpet for miles, and miles, and miles! Every color of green you can imagine. It would make a tricky jigsaw puzzle!
Housing and services here are pretty basic and mining and tourism are the primary businesses. The year long population is around 1,100.
We ate at Klondike Kate’s in honor of Mom – been thinking of her. Both she and Izetta were born in June and died in June.
We went to Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Casino last night and saw the can-can show. When in Rome…..
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