A neighborhood's cryptocurrency mine: 'Like a jet that never leaves'

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3. Absolutely, here's a good read from a few years ago

about the planning debate for The Pisgah-Nantahala National Forest through the mid century. The article delves deeply into the complexities, both cultural and political, from a local and national perspective. Unlike the expanses out west, which agreeably have their own pressures and similar debates, there's absolutely no room left for the Southern Appalachian forests to thrive with the encroachment of people, especially over the last 20 years. The area is a treasure I've spent many many years escaping to as I and a group of kayaking friends purchased about 15 acres west of Franklin back in the 90's so us and our families could enjoy the area. Just a place to camp so we can paddle and hike.

Here's the article, it's a bit long...

https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/go-outside/1-million-acres-future-pisgah-nantahala-belong/