carried on both by the elders and taught to all students at the local Tantalus Elementary/high School. Economy The area around Carmacks has abundant mineral resources, including coal, copper, and gold. Various mining activities are taking place on mineral sites around Carmacks. There is a small zinc-copper mine in production near Carmacks operated by Western Silver and a gold property northwest of Carmacks currently in the exploration stage operated by Northern Freegold Resources based out of Whitehorse. Attractions The Carmacks Recreation Centre is at the east end of River Drive between the nursing station and visitor centre, and is a community focal point for youth. There is a youth drop in daily with a computer access, video games, table games and other activities, often funded by Yukon grant programs. The gymnasium is host to adult floor hockey and other sports. The Recreation Centre also holds a three lane curling rink, fully loaded fitness gym and a full kitchen for all occasions. Carmacks also has an indoor swimming pool that is open to the community from June to September. Infrastructure Carmacks is served by Klondike Highway by cars and Carmacks Airport by air. Sports Every February, Carmacks hosts a checkpoint for both the long-distance Yukon Quest sled dog race and the Yukon Arctic Ultra foot/ski/bike race. See also List of municipalities in Yukon References External links Northern Tutchone Villages in Yukon Yukon River