Yukon Placer Mining 101

Sample module from the Klondike Placer Miners' Association's app-based training and compliance education system. Made for placer miners, by placer miners. Part of our commitment to a strong, vibrant and modern mining sector. In this episode of KPMA 101, we’re going to talk about placer mining in the Yukon. We’ll explore what placer mining is – and what it isn’t – answer some common questions, and explain what makes our team proud to be a Yukon placer miner. 0:00 Start 0:08 Introduction 1:48 What is Placer Mining 4:18 Exploration 4:38 Planning 6:26 Washing 9:00 Reclamation 10:53 History of Yukon Placer Mining 13:20 Placer Mining Today 14:04 Modern Mining - Legislative Framework 14:48 How to Get a License 17:40 Who are Yukon Placer Miners? 20:20 Frequently Asked Questions 20:29 What about chemicals? 20:44 Can any one mine? 21:04 What about dredge tailings? 21:58 What about the TV shows? 22:30 What about water use? 23:00 Why do you like mining? 23:35 What do you wish the public understood better?