Go for the Gold (and Everything Else)

In 2009, Mineral Exploration Roundup, the world’s premier technical mineral exploration conference, delved deeply into the new era of exploration. For 2010, Roundup is going for the gold, and everything else!

The past year has proven to be one of challenge, and of opportunity. We all share a common interest in seeing successful and responsible mineral exploration and mining thrive in British Columbia and around the world. Members of AME BC are discovering and developing new mines that will bring significant benefits to so many others. For 2010, Roundup will be showcasing these opportunities, and all the mineral exploration industry has to offer.

The 2010 organizing committee has put together an exceptional itinerary of short courses, technical sessions, keynote speakers, and field trips.

The Technical Sessions, which are held daily from Monday, January 18 to Thursday, January 21, cover a full spectrum of relevant and current topics. The program kicks off with the “Official Opening and 2009 British Columbia, Alaska, Yukon, Saskatchewan & Nunavut Exploration Reviews” and then moves on to such subjects throughout the week as the power of public geosciences, British Columbia and Canadian mineral exploration and mining highlights, sustainable mineral development, social responsibility, environmental best practices, and more.

Other integral elements of Mineral Exploration Roundup include the Core Shack, Prospectors’ Tent, and Map Tent. Each supplies a unique and different perspective of the industry, giving Roundup delegates an exclusive opportunity to view the sector from many different angles.

The Core Shack was an original component of Roundup, making its debut in 1984 as the first time in North America to display such a variety of drill core from a variety of projects together. Core Shack provides an excellent cross-section of new developments in the exploration and mining sector. A cornerstone of Roundup, Core Shack showcases new discoveries, leading prospects, advanced projects, and operating mines from around the world. The Core Shack will run Tuesday, January 19 to Thursday, January 21, and will be open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Headed into its fourth year at Roundup, the Map Tent has also made a name for itself and created a permanent place on the agenda. The Map Tent provides Roundup participants with a first-hand opportunity to review working maps and sections, be they geology, geochemistry, or geophysics, spanning from generative exploration projects to mine development projects. The Map Tent will be open from Monday, January 18, to Thursday, January 21 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Roundup prides itself as being a source and wealth of knowledge for all those involved. Whether that be the delegates perusing the investment and tradeshow aisles and technical sessions, the students who compete in the annual poster session, or the volunteers taking in all they can.

Each fall, as early registration opens, the seats for the short courses on the Roundup menu fill up quickly. These courses, offered on schedules before and after the conference, are conducted by highly regarded instructors and industry leaders, and showcase a diverse selection of timely material.

Throughout the conference, numerous social and networking events are in place to ensure there is something for everyone.

Each day of the week has its own social calendar including luncheons featuring well known keynote speakers, daily exhibit hall receptions, and exciting evening events. The student-industry networking event, the hockey challenge, Old- Timers Luncheon, and the curling bonspiel are all eagerly anticipated annual events. Among the expected 6,000 delegates from over 40 countries, special guests at Roundup include:

• Lisa Raitt, Canada’s minister of natural resources

• Jean Chrétien, former prime minister of Canada

• Gordon Campbell, premier of British Columbia

• Charles Jeannes, president and CEO of Goldcorp

• Robert Friedland, executive chairman of Ivanhoe Mines

Registration for Mineral Exploration Roundup 2010 is now open and tickets are available for all social and special events!

Early Registration Deadline, to qualify for early bird rates, is December 11, 2009. Now is the time to explore for more in British Columbia, Canada’s gateway to the Pacific.

For 2010, Roundup is going for the gold, and everything else!

For more information about Roundup, social and special event details, registration and more, visit www.amebc.ca/roundup/overview.aspx.