ECR Minerals’ chief geologist Adam Jones updates Andrew Scott on the Company’s work programs at its Blue Mountain Gold project in Queensland. He also looks ahead to his field trip next week to ECR’s Lolworth Gold and Critical Minerals project.
The video features an update from Adam Jones, the chief geologist of ECR Minerals, on the company’s work at the Blue Mountain Gold project in Queensland, Australia. Here are the key points:
- Project Update at Blue Mountain:
- Adam Jones has been on-site for a week, conducting tests and sampling.
- The project involves recovering gold, with a focus on recoverable gold and assays.
- The gold found is very fine, requiring specific techniques for recovery.
- The area under exploration has significant potential, with a historical estimate of 100,000 ounces near the surface.
- Visual and Sampling Results:
- Initial visual inspections indicate the presence of gold.
- Sampling and panning are ongoing, with positive indications so far.
- The creek system is extensive, offering a broad scope for exploration.
- Future Prospects and Techniques:
- Further news will include updates on gold recovery methods and potential technological enhancements.
- ECR is exploring new equipment and techniques to maximize gold recovery, especially ultra-fine gold.
- Lolworth Project:
- Adam Jones will be visiting the Lolworth Gold and Critical Minerals project next.
- The focus will shift to soil sampling, trenching, and potentially drilling in key areas like Gorge Creek, Rey Creek, and Butterfly Creek.
- The team has already identified multiple areas of interest with spread-out gold deposits.
- Collaboration with Landowner:
- The landowner is supportive and involved in the project, providing resources and information.
- The collaboration helps streamline operations and reduce technical challenges.
- Critical Minerals:
- Alongside gold, the Lolworth project will also focus on critical minerals like niobium (NOI).
Overall, the update highlights positive progress at the Blue Mountain project and outlines future plans for exploration and development at Lolworth.
