The Wonder List with Bill Weir (2015)

S3E4 Alaska: Buried Treasure

In the heart of America's untouched wilderness, miners are eager to tap into an estimated treasure trove of copper and gold lying underground. However, local fishermen are raising alarms, warning that this mining venture could threaten the survival of the planet’s last significant salmon run. The clash between economic opportunity and environmental preservation unfolds as both sides advocate for their interests in this pristine landscape.