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SUMMARY:River News & Brews: Mining Proposals in the Clark Fork Watershed—Process, Permitting, and What You Need to Know!
DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us on Wednesday, September 30 from 6:00–7:30 PM at the Confluence Center in downtown Missoula for a closer look at three major mining proposals in the Clark Fork River watershed.\n\n\n\nClark Fork Coalition staff will share the latest on each project, including where it stands in the permitting and environmental review processes and what it could mean for nearby rivers, streams, and communities.\n\n\n\nCovered projects will include:\n\n\n\n\nThe Sheep Creek Mine Proposal in the headwaters of the West Fork of the Bitterroot River\n\n\n\nThe Columbia Gold Mine Exploration Project near two important tributaries of the Upper Blackfoot River\n\n\n\nThe proposed Blue Copper Mining Project, a large-scale mineral exploration project on public lands in the Little Blackfoot River watershed west of Helena\n\n\n\n\nFollowing the project updates, a panel of invited experts will drill into the legal, political, and regulatory landscape, as well as rising demand for critical minerals, and discuss what it takes to ensure mineral exploration and development move forward with the strongest possible protections for clean water, healthy rivers, and surrounding communities. There will also be time for questions and conversation with panelists.\n\n\n\nThe Clark Fork Coalition’s Water Watchdogs Program offers concerned communities across the watershed a chance to actively shape Montana’s water decisions. Whether you’re new to advocacy or an experienced activist, this program equips you with the tools and knowledge to protect our watersheds and promote positive change.\n\n\n\nCome grab a brew, connect with fellow river advocates, and join the conversation. There is no cost to attend, but seating is limited—reserve yours by RSVPing today!\n\n\n\nMany thanks to Bitter Root Brewing ( https://bitterrootbrewing.com/ ) for donating beverages for this event and to the Headwaters Foundation ( https://www.headwatersmt.org/ ) for the use of the Confluence Center!\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://clarkfork.org/event/rnb-mining-proposals-update/
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LOCATION:119 W Main St First Floor, Missoula, MT 59802
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