I never thought I'd have a chance to visit Yellowknife (or any part of Northwest Territories), but in March of 2008 I got a chance to take a work-related trip there for the Arctic Winter Games. Most of my time there was spent attending the Inuit Games, but on my last day I rented a car and did a little sightseeing. I'd like to go back again during the summer if I have a chance.
Arctic Winter GamesMarch 2008
The opening ceremony of the 2008 Arctic Winter Games, and all the Team Alaska athletes.The opening ceremony was held in a hockey rink so the criss-cross in the picture is the net that's there to prevent the puck from flying into the crowd. The fireworks are part of the closing ceremony festivities. |
MinesMarch 2008
Gold mining was an important part of Yellowknife's economy. Several gold mines, including Con Mine and Giant Mine, operated in or near Yellowknife until the final mine closed down in 2004. |
Lakes & RiversMarch 2008
Several lakes are around Yellowknife. the city is built along part of the northern shore of Great Slave Lake, and many smaller lakes such as Jackfish Lake and Kam Lake are in or near town. Yellowknife River is a short drive north of town. It looked like a nice place to build a cabin, and apparently somebody else thought that too. |
City of YellowknifeMarch 2008
Various areas around the city of Yellowknife, and a picture of Yellowknife from the air. |
Yellowknife AirportMarch 2008
My last day in Yellowknife. Pictures of the Air North 737 that will take me back to Alaska and a Canadian North 737 that was sitting next to us. |
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