Wilderness Tourism Association of the Yukon

E-News Flash for Thursday, March 16, 2017

YESAB REVIEW OF PROPOSED CAMP ON THE SOUTH CANOL

It has come to WTAY’s attention that a camp is being proposed on the South Canol Road and is currently under YESAB review. The camp would hold 50 people and smaller camps of approximately 15 people would also be in the surrounding area. If this project is of concern to you, please review the information below. If any WTAY member would like our support opposing this camp, please notify the office and provide details of your opposition.

Deadline for public comment is March 21 (next Tuesday)

http://www.yesab.ca/

http://www.britishexploring.org/

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD OPEN

Project Name: Canadian Yukon Expedition Summer 2017 / Proponent: British Exploring Society
Project Number
2017-0050 / Sector
Recreation & Tourism / Deadline for Comments
March 21, 2017
Project Scope
The British Exploring Society is proposing the establishment of a camp at Rose Lake along the South Canol Road, approximately 75 km southwest of Ross River and 150 km northeast of Johnson’s Crossing. This camp will be the base camp for trekking and paddling expeditions for youth aging from 16-25. The expeditions include a choice of a 3-week trek, a 3-week paddle or a 5-week trek & paddle in the Pelly Mountain area and along the Teslin River. The expedition teams will explore the surrounding areas by foot or canoe and take part in a variety of science projects such as flora and fauna surveys, permafrost transects and water sampling.
The expedition is anticipated to occur in the summer of 2017, from mid-late July to late August, depending on flights.
Project Activities:
 Establishment of a base camp (max. 50 people)
 Establishment of smaller camps while on expeditions (max. 15 people)
 Guided expeditions (trekking and canoeing) and science surveys/studies
 Waste management
Location:
For more information on this project or to submit your comments online:
http://www.yesabregistry.ca:80/wfm/Project/nulliz5xl6tbb90
Or contact the Designated Office.

Watson Lake Designated Office

820 Adela Trail Or PO Box 294 Watson Lake, Yukon Y0A 1C0

Phone: 867-536-4040 Fax: 867-536-4049 Email:

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