Our advisory group has developed an
agenda. From Sunday evening, July 6, through Tuesday, July 8 we will meet, get
to know a little about Whitehorse and the Yukon, and begin our explorations of
wild pedagogies. The proposed venue is right on the Yukon River’s bank and is an
ideal place for outside workshops and discussions. Guest speakers will add
local context and insights.
- Much of July 9th will be devoted to preparing for the canoe
trip. Participants will be divided into
groups who will, with group leaders, plan, purchase and pack trip food, and sort
out tent groups. We will also have a trip briefing.
- July 10 -16 will be on a section of the Yukon River. The trip will
involve paddling and talking in 3 or 4 groups that will rendezvous each evening
at selected campsites.
- We will arrive in Dawson City in the afternoon of July 16th. This vibrant little city, made famous by the
Klondike Gold Rush, bustles in the midnight sun of summertime. It also has a rich arts community. There will be time to both explore Dawson
City and wrap up our colloquium activities on July 17th. July 18 is a travel day for returning to
Whitehorse (approximately 6 hours).