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Introduction to Drill Programs

Drill programs are a major investment that require careful planning and execution. Program Objectives - Discovery grassroots exploration - Resource definition - Infill drilling - Geotechnical/hydrogeological - Sterilization Drill Types Diamond Core DD - Highest quality data - Continuous core sample - Enables structural interpretation - Most expensive Reverse Circulation RC - Faster, less expensive - Chip samples - Good for grade definition Air Core AC - Shallow, reconnaissance - Fast and cheap - Limited to soft materials Success Factors - Clear objectives - Good targeting - Quality execution - Timely data management

Verification resources

Cross-check terminology, classification, methods, and safety with these authoritative external resources.

  • Mineral Exploration Best Practice Guidelines — Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum. Professional guidance for exploration planning, supervision, documentation, sampling, and QA/QC.
  • Geoscience maps — Natural Resources Canada. Government geoscience maps and datasets used to support regional exploration context.

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