Mr. Vogan explained, "Reclamation work at the site from the drilling program last summer is nearly completed, pending final inspection. Together with the recent completion of our next stage funding, and upon approval of the Plan of Operations, we will then be in a position to bring in Small Mine Development (SMD - www.undergroundmining.com) as early as the 2nd week of May to begin the process of securing the existing mine adit and drift – the precursor step for undertaking underground mining activities. Starting today, our emphasis will be on implementing the Plan of Operations with the BLM to ensure all safety as well as other requirements are in full compliance."