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?