A Washington company's application for a mining exploration permit near the Pebble deposit is drawing a backlash from the Bristol Bay Defense Fund, which says residents don't want mining in the region.
The coalition, which includes the United Tribes of Bristol Bay, SalmonState and Katmai Services Provider, says the decades leading up to that decision show that Bristol Bay residents don’t want mining in the region. They also reiterated calls for watershed-wide protections against mining.
“We have always opposed mining around Kaskanak Creek and will continue to be vocal in our opposition to projects like this that threaten our pristine waters, salmon, landscapes, and way of life,” Igiugig Village Council President AlexAnna Salmon said in the news release. Salmon said the creek is the home of Igiugig’s ancient villages and is important for traditional hunting and fishing. She said the village council is counting on leaders in Washington to enact protections for the entire watershed.Written comments, questions or requests to view the full application packet can be directed to Sara Church at 907-458-6896, faxed at 907-451-2703 or e-mailed to
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