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As special as the memories of Spirit Lake and Mt. St. Helens are, it is far more special in the present time.  This is an unprecedented opportunity to learn about the amazing resilience of the Cascade ecosystem.  It didn't die, it showed life respond immediately. We should take all measures to support and protect the mountain and Spirit Lake.  The "restrictions" are only restrictions if you can't see the opportunities of the moment.   Science has rarely been so beautiful!

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