Mineral withdrawal the right option for Methow headwaters

The Pacific Northwest, and especially Central Washington, is rightfully famous for our abundance of natural beauty.

The Methow Valley in the northwestern corner of Okanogan County is a spectacular example of the pristine Washington landscape that we have the privilege to enjoy.

The scenic valley serves as a gateway to the North Cascades National Park and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to fish, hunt and hike. Recreation and tourism underpin the local economy.

Working together, the local community in the Methow has actively sought to preserve the valley’s unique rural chara...