“There are not that many areas in this 243,000-acre land grab that actually have antiquity areas on them. As a miner, I’m subjected to pass an inspection by seven different state agencies. And one of the things that are done before I break ground is an archeological study has to be done. And if there’s an area that I’m in and they have already documented that there are archaeological finds, then I’m not allowed by section, township, or range to be anywhere near that area. So, these areas are already protected by our New Mexico Mining and Minerals Division and the BLM. So coming in and doing a blanket land grab to say they’re going to be protecting antiquities, I find it ludicrous.” — Lori Coleman, owner of Spanish Stirrup Rock Shop, LLC.
In Episode 407 of District of Conservation, Gabriella kicks off 2024 with a must-listen episode on what is likely Biden’s next national monument designation: Mimbres Peaks in Luna County, NM. Gabriella brings on Rep. Jenifer Jones, who represents would-be affected district, and Lori Coleman, a local miner, whose company would be adversely impacted by the designation should it proceed. The ladies discuss the implications, if any antiquities are being protected, and how even sportsmen’s access to hunting would even be affected. Tune in to learn more.
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SHOW NOTES
Mimbres Peaks national monument announcement draws opponents
Meeting held to discuss proposed Mimbres Peaks National Monument
Proposal to name Florida Mountains as national monument faces backlash
Spanish Stirrup Rock Shop, LLC
Luna County mountains could become a national monument. But how would it affect ranchers?
NM Farm Bureau Action Center to Oppose Mimbres
Change.org: Stop the Implementation of National Monument Status in Our Area