[meteorite-list] Battle of the Smithsonian

[Steve Dunklee]

Since meteorites that fall on federal land has been designated as being the property of the Smithsonian Institute by congress I see no reason why the Smithsonian could not issue permits for the collection of rocks fossils minerals and meteorites on public lands including BLM land. This would bypass and supercede the BLM. And the Smithsonian would get in return 20 grams or 10% of material found. With a scientific collection permit from the Smithsonian. Any BLM officer could be arrested by the FBI for interference of a government operation. Have fun! Steve Dunklee