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The Klondike Gold Rush was a key event in the economic development of Seattle and the Puget Sound region. In 1897, seventy thousand stampeders headed for Seattle to equip themselves with a year's worth of food, clothing, and equipment so that they could live in the Yukon Territory of Canada as they sought their fortunes
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Impacts of the Klondike Gold Rush
Who could imagine what 70,000 Stampeders could do? Explore »
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Impacts of the Klondike Gold Rush
What were the results, to the natural resources and Native populations of Seattle, Alaska, British Columbia and the Yukon Territory, when 70,000 Stampeders headed to the Klondike Gold Rush?
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General Scavenger Hunt 2
This scavenger hunt is tailored for grades 3rd - 6th that have 20 minutes or less.
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General Scavenger Hunt 3
This scavenger hunt is tailored for elementary grade groups that have 20 minutes or more. Could be done as a team project.
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General Scavenger Hunt 1
This scavenger hunt is tailored for elementary grade groups that have 20 minutes or less.
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Taming a River
What impacts happen to a watercourse happen when you mine for gold on it, especially in areas underlain with permafrost? "Taming a River" looks at the possible effects which occur during most mining operations that took place during the historic gold rushes in North America. The lesson plan can also be modified to see what could happen in areas underlain with permafrost.
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Did You Know?
Le Saviez-Vous ? Parmi les plus de 70 000 prospecteurs qui partirent pour la ruée de l’or du Klondike, 1 sur 10 était une femme.