Another mine

So, we've all been hearing hints that a huge chunk of Alaskan wildland may be turned into a gold and copper mine. Apparently it is planned to be two miles long, and as deep as the Empire State Building is tall. It would also be dug in a known earthquake zone. Aaaaaaand, humans win yet another point for being completely insane!

Anyway, if you want to try to prevent this ridiculousness, go sign a petition:https://secure.nrdconline.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=2593

It seems that the populace has to be constantly on their guard against this kind of thing.

"Down with this sort of thing!"

This is inspiring: http://www.savebiogems.org/timeline/

Bristol Bay looks like a charming place. A bit like Scotland. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_Bay