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The Vision

OHA is dedicated to protecting the Okanogan Highlands environment. We believe that our greatest asset is the natural landscape that surrounds us. We envision:Bonaparterainbow

  • The health, beauty, and integrity of the ecosystem protected for future generations
  • Pure water, a basic necessity of life, safeguarded and used wisely
  • Sustainable multiple use of public lands
  • Land-use implemented to the letter and spirit of the law, not amended for the convenience of mining companies
  • Stable local economic growth that is based on wise stewardship of the land and water
  • Our economy placing greater emphasis on increased diversity, e.g. recreation, small businesses, retirement and service income, sustainable forest products and greater variety in farming

 

Action Alert

The Tonasket Ranger District of the Forest Service is accepting comments for an environmental analysis of the Echo Bay Exploration, Inc. proposal to develop a groundwater supply well for exploration drilling. The proposal would drill a 600-ft borehole in fractured bedrock, and conduct airlift testing during drilling, to determine where water-producing fracture zones are present. In order for the Marias Creek Pump Test to provide useful results, the test points need to be relevant and the methods should be suitable to generate the information needed to ensure adequate environmental protection.

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