A proposed 211-mile private industrial corridor across unspoiled tundra risks an iconic caribou herd, the lifestyles and livelihoods of Alaskans who depend on it, and the hopes of hunters who dream of seeing it some day.⁠ ⁠ The proposed Ambler Road would impact the Western Arctic Herd in many subtle ways that could cause permanent damage. The proposed corridor is four times as long as the Red Dog road, with double the activity from ore trucks hauling ore from mines to port. The road would provide private access to one of the largest undeveloped copper-zinc mineral belts in the world, and at least four major deposits have been identified in the Ambler Mining district. It also comes with a load of infrastructure, including 49 bridges, four maintenance stations, three airstrips, employee housing, and communication towers.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #amblerroad #alaska #mining #conservation #wildlife #landmanagement #nature #outdoors #caribou #outdoorlife⁠ Story by...