Mine Tour

I just returned from British Columbia on Saturday, was supposed to be on Friday, but the weather wouldn't cooperate. That time of year again, but then, it seems to have been "that time of year" all year!

About the trip; I toured two major mines, including the largest copper mine in the world. It was a very eye-opening trip in that I was able to see how a large pit mine could be situated just 8 miles from the second largest sockeye fishery in the world and not detrimentally affect it. I will, over the next few days, include photos of the tour, and some commentary on what you will be looking at. The mine (Highland Valley) is huge! I was a bit taken aback by the sheer enormity of the site, including the tailings pond, seepage and pits. Regardless of where you stand on mining, I trust you will find the information that follows interesting, and above all, informative.

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