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The NWT Mining Heritage Society’s Outdoor Display

Posted on31. Aug, 2009 by Shane.

Curious about Yellowknife’s history? Only a five minute drive east of downtown Yellowknife along the Ingraham Trail is the NWT Mining Heritage Society’s outdoor mining display. The mining display showcases a collection of mining equipment and other artifacts that provide a glimpse into the past of Yellowknife and the mining history of the region. The [...]

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Rat Lake and Tin Can Hill Hike

Posted on18. Mar, 2009 by Shane.

I went on a short hike with Petra today across Rat Lake and up Tin Can Hill. It was a cold day for a hike by most peoples standards but being indoor 8 months of the year starts to drive you a little stir-crazy by March. And what better way to get [...]