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Washington Gold & Fish Update
July 2001 by Greg Christensen
Washington’s mineral prospecting regulations, adopted Jan. 1999, have indeed caused great chaos for those who enjoy the hobby and also those who were accustomed to making a living by operating larger (8”) dredges. The discussion within the miners’ network has not decreased; at best it is a slow simmer.Looking Back
Excerpts from California Mining Journal, our original title, published 50 years ago this month.
The Preacher of Sheeps**t Flats
It seemed that the preacher always gave the same answer to anyone who asked where his gold had come from. His answer was, “If you know your gold, you can find it. However, you will have to find it the hard way, the way I found it.”
The Ancient History of Gold
Man was aware of the presence of gold over 7,000 years ago, and it probably did not take him long to find out that gold was malleable and resistant to corrosion. He no doubt learned, at an early date, that objects could be fashioned from gold.
Hardrock Mining Accidents Claim Four Lives
Hardrock mining in the US has been hit by a tragic streak of mining accidents in recent months.
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• Azco Mining Inc.
• Hecla Mining Co.
• Canyon Resources Corp.
• Royal Oak Mines
• BHP World Minerals
• Pacific North West Capital
Oil and Gas in Washington
The state of Washington may have undiscovered oil and gas resources, especially since drilling to date has been clustered in just a few areas.
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