Elk River on endangered list again

Submitted by admin on April 26, 2011 - 11:52

The Elk River has been named the ninth most endangered river in the province, in a list compiled by the Outdoor Recreation Council (ORC).

The Elk River was eighth on the list last year and 12th in 2009, when it first appeared on the list.

The ORC blamed development, increasing selenium levels and wildlife migration issues for pushing the river into the list.

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	Elk River on endangered list again Submitted by admin on April 26, 2011 - 11:52 Tweet The Elk River has been named the ninth most endangered river in the province, in a list compiled by the Outdoor Recreation Council (ORC). The Elk River was eighth on the list last year and 12th in 2009, when it first appeared on the list. The ORC blamed development, increasing selenium levels and wildlife migration issues for pushing the river into the list. Continue reading on The Free Press Website by clicking here.	Related Content Elk River rises on danger list Elk River makes BC's Endangered River List BC’s Most Endangered River Needs Permanent Protection Inspiring Wolvernie Conservation Ban on mining fantastic “first step” for Flathead protection