In an effort to put rumors to rest and increase understanding, a representative from the Department of Environmental Conservation will answer questions about Tier 3 waters and related legislation beginning 6 p.m. Monday at the Chilkat Center. Increasing interest and controversy surrounding the Chilkat Indian Village’s nomination of the Chilkat River as a Tier 3 water, also […]
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On Tier 3, why is Constantine worried?
It makes sense for people who use the Chilkat River to be sure their usual activities can continue under an Outstanding National Resource Water Tier 3 designation that protects water quality to a high standard. But why is Constantine Metal Resources so worried about a Tier 3 designation? Eric Holle
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Advisory committee debates river designation
In an effort to put rumors to rest and increase understanding, a representative from the Department of Environmental Conservation will answer questions about Tier 3 waters and related legislation beginning 6 p.m. Monday at the Chilkat Center. Increasing interest and controversy surrounding the Chilkat Indian Village’s nomination of the Chilkat River as a Tier 3 water, also […]
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Constantine urges delay on ‘Tier 3’ river protection
Constantine Metal Resources is urging members of the Upper Lynn Canal Fish and Game Advisory Committee to delay any support toward designating the Chilkat River an Outstanding National Resource Water, also known as “Tier 3” protection. The advisory committee will meet at 5 p.m. Friday in assembly chambers to discuss a resolution supporting the Chilkat River’s nomination as an […]
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Leaders should pursue Tier 3
The Haines that created the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve in 1982 is different from today’s Haines. Back then, Haines was a mill town and it was a struggle to protect the area surrounding the bald eagle council grounds. No one could have predicted the rise of a robust tourism industry and the influx of […]
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Push for Tier 3 river rank is disturbing
I find the continued efforts to give the Chilkat River a Tier 3 designation disturbing on many levels. This idea has been brought to various boards and committees and otherwise discussed and it has been voted down every time. I think it is clear that most Haines residents are against or at least very concerned about what this would […]
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Committee acted without knowledge
The Upper Lynn Canal Fish and Game Advisory Committee passed a resolution of support for Outstanding Natural Resource Water status for the Chilkat River and all its tributaries put forth by Klukwan without knowing what all of it entails, except for the word of Gershon Cohen. The members of the committee didn’t know what was in the resolution. I suggested that […]
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Group balks at ‘Tier 3’ endorsement for river
On a 6-5 vote, the Upper Lynn Canal Fish and Game Advisory Committee endorsed top-level protection for the Chilkat River Friday, then rescinded its action on reconsideration. The group also expressed support for changes in the local goat hunt to reduce harvest of females and heard a moose population report. Responding to a request by the village of Klukwan, the […]
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Closed areas opened for freeride
Despite letters of opposition from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the Chilkat Indian Village and numerous residents, the Haines Borough Assembly on Tuesday agreed to open two areas outside of the borough-approved heli-ski map for an international ski and snowboard competition. The assembly voted 5-1 to allow the Freeride World Tour access to the “Chunny” […]
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Tread lightly in the bald eagle preserve
Due diligence is especially required to ensure future generations enjoy the same benefits the Chilkat River corridor provides for both visitors and locals. The God-given environment we inherited should be protected. We can learn much from the Native population at Klukwan and the Haines Borough. They are the best recyclers of our wildlife population. Regulations must be strictly enforced to […]