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Locals in the Yukon-Kuskokwim region rely on the annual salmon runs, with most families putting away hundreds of pounds of  sh every summer. It’s been a way of life for these people for generations. But the Kuskokwim River is more than just a food source. Lamont Albertson sees it as a means of communication with the rest of the world – a way to transport cargo like food, diesel, and household goods. Brother and sister Denny Thomas and Janine Stamen, whose mother, Evelyn Thomas, is the president of the Crooked Creek Traditional Council, recognize that a healthy river means a healthy community – and vice versa. Denny believes the Donlin Gold project will help their community thrive; Janine, who runs Crooked Creek’s supply shop, airstrip, and post o ce, believes the mine will provide a number of opportunities in a region that hasn’t seen many.
The People’s Connection to the River (click here to learn more)
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