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Mining Laws Have Long Been Used for Recreation

Adam M. Sowards

Adam M. Sowards

24 May 2019 1 min

"Mining laws have long been used for recreation," High Country News (May 24, 2019).

Mining laws have long been used for recreation - High Country News
In Idaho, a law meant to boost mining actually allows for its end as recreation transforms the West’s economy.
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