As he learns to cope with the extremes of temperature which frequently dip to 55+ below zero, he called upon to play many roles, wear many hats, in the little town of Whitehorse – for many a refuge from a shady past.
He enters into the life of this rugged community with youthful if unwise enthusiasm. He merges with a unique and varied cast of characters and becomes emotionally involved; yet while sometimes carried away by their excesses and tragedies, he always respects his obligations and struggles to maintain his dream.