ACDC Metals has obtained environmental permitting approval from the US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to conduct a maiden drilling campaign and geophysical survey at the Mount Jackson gold-silver project in Nevada, US.
The approval permits the company to conduct a controlled source audio magnetotellurics (CSAMT) survey and to drill up to 15 holes targeting the Pegasus and 3 Shaft zones within the Walker Lane mineral belt.
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The CSAMT survey, which will be carried out by KLM Geoscience, is scheduled to begin in October 2026 and will cover 12 line-kilometres across the targeted areas.
Data from this survey is expected to help refine drilling targets previously identified through aeromagnetic and radiometric surveys.
Existing access tracks and drill pads will be used to minimise ground disturbance.
Preparatory civil works for drill pads and access are set to commence in this month.
ACDC Metals CEO Tom Davidson said: “Receiving BLM approval is a key milestone for Mount Jackson. With the permit in hand, we can lodge the bond and begin field activities, starting with the CSAMT survey and site preparation for our maiden drill programme.
“The CSAMT survey will sharpen the targets defined by our aeromagnetic and radiometric survey. Our maiden drill programme will then build on the historical results reported on 30 April 2026, aiming to confirm previous mineralisation, test extents and validate our understanding of the system.”
The campaign will be carried out by FTE Drilling USA, with plans for up to 2,500m of reverse circulation (RC) drilling.
ACDC Metals expects to begin drilling in the fourth quarter of 2026 (Q4 2026), pending final scheduling.
Field activities can proceed once the required reclamation bond has been lodged with the BLM.
Mount Jackson is located in Nevada’s Walker Lane, an area known for its history of gold and silver production and ongoing exploration activity.
