Western Star Resources Inc. (CSE: WSR) (OTC: WSRIF) (FRA: 4K2) announced that it has engaged KC Harvey Environmental, LLC to lead drill-permitting at its 100% owned, past-producing Rowland Tungsten Property in Elko County, Nevada. The company has also initiated engagement with the Mountain City–Ruby Mountains–Jarbidge Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in support of a Plan of Operations submission.
KC Harvey Environmental is a Bozeman, Montana-based consultancy specializing in mining permitting, reclamation, and NEPA support. Founder Kevin Harvey, M.Sc., is a board-certified professional soil scientist and current President of the American Society of Mining and Reclamation. The firm will prepare and submit a Plan of Operations (USDA Forest Service form FS-2800-5) covering the proposed Phase 2 drilling program at Rowland, and support the associated National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process.
The Plan of Operations is the principal authorization required from the U.S. Forest Service to conduct drilling on National Forest System lands. KC Harvey’s scope includes preparation of the plan, environmental baseline and reclamation planning, and coordination with USFS. The company intends to advance this application in parallel with state-level reclamation permitting and ongoing Phase 1 and Phase 2 exploration programs at Rowland.
Blake Morgan, CEO and President of Western Star, stated: “Engaging KC Harvey and opening dialogue with the Jarbidge District Ranger is the logical next step for Rowland. With Phase 1 field work confirming a materially larger exploration opportunity than the historical record suggested, our priority is to advance permitting in parallel with exploration so we are positioned to drill test the Rowland targets without delay.”
The extensive historical workings already documented at Rowland are expected to support the company’s case that the project area is previously disturbed, which is anticipated to streamline the NEPA pathway. The company has three confirmed zones of historical tungsten workings that are targets for drill testing.
This news matters because it signals a significant step toward advancing a critical mineral project in the United States. Tungsten is considered a critical mineral by the U.S. government due to its use in defense, aerospace, and industrial applications. The Rowland property is a past-producing mine, and successful permitting could lead to renewed domestic tungsten production, reducing reliance on imports. For industry leaders in technology and business, the development highlights the growing importance of securing supply chains for critical minerals, especially as global demand for electronics, electric vehicles, and renewable energy technologies increases.
The scientific and technical information in this release has been reviewed and approved by Jasper Mowatt, MIMMM and MAusIMM, a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. Western Star Resources is a mineral exploration and development company focused on increasing shareholder value through cost-effective exploration and partnerships.
For more information, visit the company’s website at www.westernstarresources.com. The original press release is available at www.newmediawire.com.
