The area south and west of Longview is ranching country, but industry argues that it has also been used by the oilpatch, lumber operations and recreational users for decades.

“It is far from untouched by human hands,” Petro-Canada’s lawyers told the Energy Resources Conservation Board panel on Nov. 13.

Numerous opponents have lined up to challenge the company’s plans for this natural gas field.

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http://www.calgaryherald.com/Technology/life+trial+oilpatch+hearing/1241170/story.html

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