Podcasts about Skeena

Interview with Walter Coles, Executive Chairman of Skeena Resources Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/skeena-resources-tsxske-fully-funded-high-grade-gold-poised-for-production-5657Recording date: 29th May 2025Skeena Gold & Silver is developing the Eskay Creek Mine in British Columbia, positioned to become one of the world's largest gold-silver mines when production begins in early 2027. This project represents a compelling investment opportunity with exceptional economics, significant upside potential, and multiple near-term catalysts that could drive substantial share price appreciation.The project's economics are truly remarkable. At $3,200/oz gold price, Eskay Creek boasts an after-tax NPV of $4.5 billion and an extraordinary 72% internal rate of return. This translates to a payback period of just over six months on the $700 million construction cost. Most impressively, Skeena's all-in sustainable cost per ounce is projected at less than $600 for the first six years of production, compared to approximately $1,700 for major producers like Barrick and Newmont. "We have a project that's super super low on the cost curve, enormously profitable per ounce of production.", explains Coles. This cost advantage creates exceptional profit margins even at much lower gold prices.Skeena has secured comprehensive financing through Orion Resource Partners, removing a major uncertainty that typically impacts junior developers. The $750 million package includes equity, a gold stream, and debt facilities. Since announcing this funding, Skeena's stock has nearly tripled from around $6 to $17 Canadian. The company is now exploring refinancing options to reduce its cost of capital as the project de-risks.Beyond the base case, Skeena is advancing several value-enhancement initiatives. The company plans to extend the mine life from 12 to 15-16 years by incorporating the high-grade Snip deposit and the Albino Lake waste facility. Additionally, Skeena has identified significant antimony, lead, and zinc content worth potentially 2.2 million tons of waste tailings that could be recovered with minimal additional costs.Investors can look forward to several near-term catalysts such as final permits expected in Q4 2025, refinancing of the Orion loan facility in Q1 2026, updated feasibility study in the first half of 2026, and production commencement in early 2027.Skeena's partnership with the Tahltan First Nation adds another layer of strength to the project. The company signed the first agreement in Canada giving a First Nation formal consent rights over a mining project, creating a true partnership that reduces social and political risk factors.For investors seeking exposure to precious metals with significant upside potential, Skeena offers a rare combination of exceptional grade, economics, and execution capability in a tier-one jurisdiction. As the company advances toward production and begins generating substantial cash flow, the valuation gap with producing peers is likely to close, potentially delivering substantial returns to investors who position themselves ahead of these developments.View Skeena Gold & Silver's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/skeena-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

What if your deepest healing doesn't come from learning something new but from remembering who you really are? In this provocative and soul-stirring episode of the Human Potential Podcast I sit down with my sister Skeena Rathor Kashmiri for a truth-filled conversation that peels back the layers of what society has taught us and reconnects us with the forgotten power of the mothering principle This isn't just about motherhood. It's about reclaiming the sacred feminine that lives in all of us regardless of gender and remembering the ancient rhythms ancestral wisdom and deep-rooted care that modern life has tried to erase.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole revisits one of the most popular episodes of Writing the Coast. It features Roy Henry Vickers and Lucky Budd. The talked about their book Voices from the Skeena: An Illustrated Oral History, nominated for the Bill Duthie Booksellers' Choice Award. In this conversation Roy and Lucky talked about how they began collaborating, the impact these stories had had on those around them and the power of storytelling in preserving knowledge and history. To find out more about Voices of the Skeena and to here more recordings by Imbert Orchard visit: memoriestomemoirs.ca/portfolio/voic…portorder=menu ABOUT LUCKY BUDD AND ROY HENRY VICKERS: Robert (Lucky) Budd is the co-author of the Northwest Coast Legends series and the author of Voices of British Columbia (Douglas & McIntyre, 2010), which was shortlisted for the 2011 Bill Duthie Booksellers' Choice Award, and its sequel, Echoes of British Columbia (Harbour Publishing, 2014), which won second prize in the BC Historical Federation's writing competition in 2014. He lives in Victoria, BC. Roy Henry Vickers is a Canadian Master Artist best known around the world for his limited edition prints. He is also an accomplished carver, design advisor of prestigious public spaces, a sought-after keynote speaker, and publisher and author of several successful books.In addition, he is a recognized leader in the First Nations community, and a tireless spokesperson for recovery from addictions and abuse. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Director of Programming and Communications for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Galina Meleger, Vice President, Investor Relations at Skeena Gold & Silver (TSX: SKE, NYSE: SKE) joins me to discuss the recent rebranding, progress at the Eskay Creek project in the Golden Triangle of B.C., and the critical $750 million financing package from Orion Resource Partners.   Key topics include a $750 million financing package from Orion Resource Partners, permitting updates, early works activities, and work plans for 2025. Galina elaborates on the importance of the financing package, which includes an equity component, a gold stream and a loan, along with its strategic benefits.    Additionally, the permitting process and the significance of early works activities are addressed, emphasizing the Company's intention to maintain its project timeline.    We also delve into the Company's valuation, potential upside, and strategic investment in TDG Gold, allowing Skeena to leverage promising new discoveries in the region.   Click here to visit the Skeena Gold & Silver website.  

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/702  Presented by: Stonefly Nets, Waters West Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  In this episode, Brian Niska and Jeff Liskay talks about our upcoming Skeena Spey School and what makes the Skeena River a prime location for steelhead fishing. Expect to learn the art of spotting fish upstream, techniques to keep your fly in the "bucket" longer, and discover the best rods and lines suitable for both the West Coast and Great Lakes regions. This episode is packed with essential tips for anyone looking to enhance their steelhead fishing experience, including the top four criteria for finding fish on any steelhead water. Whether you're planning a trip to the majestic Skeena River or simply looking to improve your angling skills, this episode promises to equip you with the knowledge and inspiration you need. Episode Chapters with Brian Niska and Jeff Liskay on the Skeena Spey School 2:46 - Jeff expresses excitement about visiting the Skeena Spey Lodge, emphasizing the value of learning from experienced steelhead guides and the camaraderie among participants. Brian, the owner of the lodge, describes its unique appeal, highlighting the opportunity to catch pristine steelhead in shallow waters. 5:39 - Jeff shares that the biggest steelhead he has seen in the Skeena is close to 30 pounds. Brian explains that while the fishing season runs from mid-July to the end of October, late August to early September is particularly favorable because as water temperatures drop, fish begin to settle in the runs, increasing catch rates. 12:00 - We discuss the differences and similarities between fishing in the Great Lakes and the Skeena River, particularly for steelhead. Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding how to fish the fly properly, noting that techniques learned in the Great Lakes can be valuable when applied to the Skeena. 14:29 - Jeff asks Brian about his approach to guiding anglers on the lower Skeena River. Brian explains that he doesn't typically have anglers fish one after the other in a step-and-cast manner. Instead, he assigns each angler their own section of the river, focusing on specific features such as diagonal bars or clusters of rocks, which can indicate where fish might choose to linger. 21:44 - We discuss the fluctuations in steelhead fish populations on the West Coast and the Great Lakes. Brian notes that natural variability in fish numbers has always existed, but modern technology and communication amplify awareness of these changes. 26:50 - Brian describes the Skeena, highlighting that within 15 minutes in any direction, one can experience solitude, yet the area is easily accessible due to its modern airport and proximity to town amenities. The lodge is conveniently located near the airport, equipped with Wi-Fi, and benefits from fresh supplies due to its closeness to town. 27:57 - Brian outlines the itinerary for those who are planning to fish the Skeena. He also emphasizes the importance of using a 12 to 13-foot rod with a Skagit or Scandi head, rather than larger rods, to fish effectively. He advises guests to maintain a mindset of optimism and confidence, believing that any suspicious movement in the water could be a fish. 30:59 - I share a memorable experience where I caught a bright coho, initially mistaking it for a steelhead. Brian explains that the catch varies year to year, with some years having more steelhead than coho, and vice versa. He notes that coho are aggressive fish that often hit harder than steelhead, describing them as tough fighters resembling Chinook salmon in build. 33:09 - Jeff provides valuable tips for fishing the Skeena River, emphasizing the importance of using one's eyes as the best tool. His first tip is to let the fly dangle in a foot of water for potential success. His second tip involves working through a run and paying attention to the movement of the fly. 34:57 - We talk about strategies for effectively fishing in challenging water conditions, particularly when dealing with obstructions like rocks. Jeff explains his approach by imagining himself as the fly to better understand fish behavior. He notes that fish often lay in front of or beside rocks, contrary to the common belief that they stay behind them. Jeff describes his technique of slowly moving his weight down to allow the fly materials to undulate and then positioning the rod toward the middle of the river to slow down the swing and keep the fly in place longer. 36:29 - Brian, although experienced, admits he hasn't fished every tributary but shares his insights on different sections of the river, emphasizing the importance of adapting fishing techniques based on the environment. He highlights the contrast between moving fish and those that linger in specific areas, particularly in the Bulkley and Morice rivers. 42:00 - We discuss the nuances of steelhead fishing, emphasizing the use of spoons and fly presentations. Brian advises focusing on changing presentation methods rather than the fly itself, and underscores the importance of patience when a fish strikes, recommending anglers allow the fish to take the fly without interference. 45:02 - We get into the click and pawl vs disc drag reel. Jeff advises against doing nothing, referencing the classic advice from George Cook, and mentions that while click and pawl reels are good for beginners, they can lead to challenges as the fight progresses. He also shares experiences of anglers struggling with these reels during intense fish fights. Brian adds that while some guides prefer click and pawl reels for personal use, they often provide clients with disc drag reels for better control. He personally favors disc drag reels, particularly the Islander TR3, for their strong drag and capacity, especially when dealing with exceptional fish. 48:45 - Jeff provides some insights into the importance of proper reel backing, especially when fishing for steelhead. He emphasizes checking for loops in the backing to prevent accidents and ensuring it's wound tightly. He also prefers using 40-50 pound gel spun backing, as it holds up well during long fights with fish, especially in challenging conditions like across boulders. 50:16 - Jeff provides valuable tips on the fishing gear used in the Great Lakes and how it transitions when fishing in the Skeena region. As a general strategy, Jeff advises having both a light and a heavy rod setup in both regions. This allows for flexibility, accommodating shallow and deep water conditions. 53:38 - Brian elaborates on the rods and lines he uses. He also describes various setups he might have in a boat. He highlights the flexibility of using a boat on the Skeena River, allowing for multiple gear setups, compared to the limitations when hiking along the bank. 1:00:10 - I raise the common challenge of locating fish in unfamiliar waters. Jeff suggests observing the river from an upstream perspective, as it reveals subtle features like flat spots and resting areas that are less obvious when looking downstream. This approach helps anglers identify potential fishing spots, whether on a small river or a larger one like the Skeena. Brian expands on Jeff's idea by emphasizing the importance of location and understanding the river's dynamics. He outlines four key criteria for finding fish: Structure: Look for features like salmon reds, woodydebris, or large rocks. Speed and Depth: Ideal fishing spots often have water around two and a half to three feet deep. Location on the River: Areas near rapids, tributaries, or bends can be promising. Lane of Travel: Anglers should focus on areas where fish are naturally traveling. 1:05:08 - Brian discusses how he manages expectations for guests at his lodge, stressing the challenges of steelhead fishing. He also emphasizes that fishing is more than just catching fish; it's about the knowledge and confidence gained. 1:08:49 - Jeff shares his enthusiasm for the Great Lakes Dude podcast, highlighting the wealth of information and knowledge he gains from engaging with experts like biologists and fishing guides. 1:12:19 - Brian talks about their collaboration with The Conservation Angler (TCA), led by John McMillan. John is both a scientist and a passionate steelhead angler, which uniquely positions him to contribute to conservation efforts. 1:15:06 - We give a shoutout to The Deep Wade podcast, hosted by John McMillan and Nick Chambers. Brian mentions on of his favorite episodes of the said podcast where they interviewed Bill Herzog, aka the Metal God, and one of the best steelhead anglers. 1:15:38 - For those who want to get a chance to win a spot in our Skeena Spey School fly fishing trip and gear giveaway, head on to wetflyswing.com/giveaway. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/702 

Joining me on the last episode of season 11 of The English Wine Diaries is Mark Darley, founder and owner of All Angels Vineyard in Newbury, Berkshire. Mark and his family became custodians of Church Farm in 2009 and, while it was still earlyish days for English wine back then, talks around the dinner table soon turned to planting a vineyard. When the farmland was analysed as ideal for growing grapes for outstanding English Sparkling Wine, and the first vineyard planted in 2011, Mark decided to swap his daily commute to the city, where he had been a corporate lawyer for 35 years, for a life in viticulture. Mark's love of wine goes back to when he started collecting at the age of 25 and his personal cellar now runs to many thousands of bottles. The opportunity to make his own wine seemed particularly fitting as a plan for retirement – although he uses that term loosely as running All Angels (along with his three labs, Skeena, Copper & Kasi) is indeed a pretty full-time job. Over the past decade, All Angels has totted up a number of industry awards and the vineyard, which is named after the parish church nearby, celebrated the 10th anniversary of its first vintage with the release of a rather special classic cuvee. We talk about the historic significance of All Angels, the high-tech methods they use to handle frost in the vineyard, and a wine in the making that Mark may not see come to fruition within his lifetime. To find out more about All Angels wines and how to visit, follow them on Instagram @allangelsvineyard or visit allangels.com.With thanks to our series sponsor, Wickhams, The Great British Wine Merchant. Visit wickhamwine.co.uk to see their award-winning range of English wine with free delivery on orders over £40. The English Wine Diaries listeners can also get 10% discount on their first purchase by entering the code TEWD10. Please drink responsibly.Thanks for listening to The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @theenglishwinediaries on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at thesouthernquarter.co.uk.

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/674  Presented By: Togiak River Lodge Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/togiak  George Krumm, editor of Fish Alaska Magazine and all-around fishy dude, is going to share his experience on Alaska grand slam catching all five salmon species in the same day on a recent trip to the Togiak River. You're going to find out which technique he used to make it happen; where some of the other great trips are around Alaska and things you should be thinking about; and what he thinks is the best thing to help turn around the Chinook decline for the Pacific rim. Plus you're gonna found out how you can plan your Alaska trip easily with a resource at Fish Alaska Magazine. Episode Chapters with George Krumm on Alaska Grand Slam 3:06 - George began his journey into fly fishing when he was about seven years old. His dad gave him a small vice and showed him how to tie flies. The very first fly he tied was a gray hackle peacock. George became truly passionate about fly fishing when he started catching fish with the flies he had tied himself. 5:08 - He shares a bit about how he began his career at Fish Alaska. Melissa Norris and his brother, Marcus, founded both Fish Alaska and Hunt Alaska magazines. For Fish Alaska, George primarily writes about fly fishing. Additionally, they have a "Fly of the Month" column, which is sponsored by Mossy's Fly Shop. 8:12 - George first connected with the Larsen brothers, who own the Togiak River Lodge, during his visit in 2022. His goal was to explore Chinook fishing and write a story about it. Unfortunately, the trip wasn't very successful due to poor water and weather conditions. Despite this, George believes that the Togiak River is a standout location for Chinook fly fishing, as it still boasts strong runs of fish in various sizes. 11:48 - George visited the lodge in mid-August this year, aiming to catch coho salmon on a fly. He successfully caught all five species of Pacific salmon—Chinook, coho, sockeye, chum, and pink salmon—in a single day on a fly rod. His cousin Tom achieved this feat twice in one week. 13:39 - He describes their success, noting that on an average day, he and Tom caught over 75 salmon of various species. Although their main goal was silvers, they caught multiple types of salmon, with the King salmon being the most challenging to catch at that time of year. Interestingly, they managed to achieve a "grand slam" of catching various salmon species by accident. 15:40 - We discuss sockeye salmon, which are less talked about in freshwater fishing. George mentions significant runs in areas like Naknek and Kenai. Sockeye are valued for their red meat and while they usually feed on plankton in the ocean, they can become territorial and bite more when in large groups. For Chum salmon George mentions that they are strong fighters, often leading to broken rods, though they might not look impressive. Pink salmon are smaller and change color quickly, causing them to be underrated, but fresh pinks are tasty, similar to trout. 20:31 - George enjoys the methodical aspect of spey casting, especially for winter steelhead, where catching even one fish is rewarding. He contrasts this with the excitement of fishing in the Togiak River, where large fish are caught more frequently. 26:47 - George highlights the Togiak River Lodge's multiple packages for anglers. He also notes an important change in their policy: during the first few weeks of the fishing season, the lodge will limit the number of anglers from 24 to 14. This adjustment is aimed at providing a better experience for those specifically interested in fishing for King salmon. 27:34 - We dig into the evolving perspectives on fishing practices in Alaska, emphasizing a shift away from the traditional "whack them and stack them" mentality towards more sustainable approaches. George highlights the importance of targeting abundant fish species such as sockeye, pink, and coho salmon, while questioning the necessity of taking large quantities of fish home. Our conversation highlights the need for anglers to adapt to changing times and prioritize sustainable practices. While Alaska has been perceived as having unlimited fish supplies, current trends suggest a need for caution and conservation. 33:36 -We discuss the current state of fly fishing and the associated challenges in different regions, including Alaska and the Skeena system. Fishing restrictions, such as closures on Chinook fishing, are not only happening in Alaska but in other areas as well. 38:50 - George recounts spending extensive time fishing on the Kenai River and now frequently visits the Naknek River for its excellent rainbow trout fishing opportunities. He also highlights the overlooked potential of stillwater fishing around Anchorage and the Kenai Peninsula. He notes that many lakes in Alaska are stocked with fish and, unlike in the lower 48 states, they are not heavily fished. This means that these lakes often contain multiple age classes of fish, some reaching up to 30 inches long. 43:53 - The Fish Alaska website provides a free trip planning service. This service allows users to input information, after which they receive details and recommendations about where to go. George explains that the service typically recommends lodges or outfitters in the area of the user's intended destination. Additionally, when users submit their information, it is shared with these recommended operations, who may also contact the users to offer further assistance. 44:40 - George addresses the challenges facing the Chinook salmon fishery, particularly the commercial troll fishery in Southeast Alaska. A significant issue is that the fish caught are often not native to Alaska, and the average size of Chinook salmon along the west coast is decreasing. This size reduction is attributed to the fish being more vulnerable to overfishing in the ocean before they can return to spawn. He suggests that Chinook salmon management should be coordinated along the entire west coast, acknowledging their migratory and feeding patterns rather than being limited by political boundaries. 49:08 - George also expresses concern about the potential decline of Coho salmon in South Central Alaska, noting low returns in areas like Anchorage and Homer. He speculates that if Coho face decline, it might not be due to trawl fisheries but rather the impact of pink salmon hatchery operations. 53:43 - George clarifies the difference between trawl and troll fishing, emphasizing the impact of the former on marine environments and fish populations. 56:44 - He describes the experience of visiting the Togiak River Lodge, detailing the journey and accommodations. He also highlights the excellent food they have in the lodge. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/674   

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/670   Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, FishHound Expeditions, TroutRoutes, Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors       Josh Mills, a seasoned expert from the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers team, as well as a board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition and an accomplished steelhead fly tier, is set to guide us through the Clearwater River and public waters and lands. Today, you'll learn how to adjust your reel technique for enhanced stealth. We'll also provide an update on the status of the Lower Snake River dams and their current developments. Additionally, you'll discover what a public lands yard sale entails. Moreover, we'll analyze a significant western stream to improve your success on the water this year. Together, we'll delve deep into the topics of steelhead fishing and conservation. Let's begin our journey. Episode Chapters with Josh Mills on Public Waters and Lands 3:19 - We talk about our top destinations for steelhead fishing. Josh feels fortunate to fish in local rivers like the Clearwater and Salmon, but he reminisces about a memorable trip to the Skeena region in 2012 and plans to return in 2025. He also dreams of fishing in Northern California, inspired by historical figures in the steelhead community. 12:15 - Josh discusses his fishing strategy, focusing on the Clearwater River. He fishes the Clearwater from August through September, as fish from different basins, including the Snake and Grand Ronde Rivers, seek the cold water as a thermal refuge. He notes the Clearwater can be a challenging but rewarding river to fish. Once the thermal block breaks, fish often return to the Snake River, and Josh shifts his focus to the Grand Ronde system. 16:11 - We ask Josh for advice on fly patterns for steelhead fishing on the Deschutes River in October. He responds by emphasizing the unpredictable nature of steelhead fishing, suggesting that success often depends on the angler's confidence and intuition rather than specific fly patterns. He explains that steelhead are curious and might bite at almost anything due to aggression, predatory instincts, or curiosity. 23:31 - We dig into his involvement with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) and the Wild Steelhead Coalition. He initially got involved by running fundraisers and joining the board of the latter, which led him deeper into conservation efforts. He started volunteering with BHA in 2015, an organization dedicated to protecting public lands and waters in North America. Josh felt compelled to protect these lands, recognizing their importance for recreation and conservation. 28:57 - We get into the complexities of public land and water access laws in the United States, particularly focusing on differences between states. Josh elaborates on the varied stream access laws across states, highlighting how states like Washington, Idaho, and Montana have more permissive laws, while Colorado and Utah face significant challenges. 42:37 - We discuss Josh's experiences and growth in fly fishing. Josh emphasizes the continuous nature of learning and improving in fishing. He talks about the technical skills involved, such as casting and line management, and how observing skilled anglers like Brian Chou and others has inspired him. Josh admires their proficiency in handling challenging conditions and accurately predicting fish locations. Josh acknowledges that despite trying to replicate the techniques of skilled anglers, there are subtle differences in execution that impact results. He emphasizes the importance of learning from others and adapting various techniques, such as transitioning between different fly lines. 45:58 - We compare fishing the Clearwater River versus in the Deschutes. Josh highlights the former's larger size, which offers more room for casting and allows for different fishing techniques. He notes that unlike the Deschutes, where sun orientation impacts fishing strategies, the Clearwater allows for dry line fishing throughout winter. He also mentions the genetic traits of Clearwater fish that make them more likely to rise through the water. Additionally, he compares the river sizes and flow variability, explaining how the Clearwater's dam-controlled nature affects fishing conditions. Despite the challenges, Josh appreciates the unique fishing opportunities both rivers offer, with each having its own "secrets" and characteristics. 49:07 - Josh gives some valuable tips on fishing for steelhead in Clearwater. He suggests visiting the Red Shed Fly Shop for advice and emphasizes the importance of focusing on manageable sections of large rivers. He explains that understanding where fish rest and conserving energy is crucial. For rods, Josh notes that it varies with the season. He enjoys using a 15-foot rod with a 60-foot line but adapts his technique based on conditions. 54:39 - We discuss the dynamics of fly fishing, particularly focusing on the experience of fishing with highly skilled casters. Josh admits he is an average caster but values learning from experts like Calvin Fuller, and Brian Chou, who demonstrate exceptional skill and understanding of the craft. He recounts experiences at a steelhead camp, highlighting how observing and learning from others is invaluable. 58:30 - Josh shares his passion for tying steelhead flies, which he considers his favorite due to their intricate construction. He emphasizes the importance of learning from various resources and incorporating techniques from different fly-tying experts to develop his unique style. Josh ties steelhead flies year-round, but also enjoys crafting flies for warm-water fish like smallmouth bass. He admits he doesn't enjoy tying dry flies unless they involve fun materials like foam. While he can tie Catskill-style flies, he prefers tying streamers and relishes the opportunity to learn new techniques, such as tying flat wings for striped bass or preparing flies for exotic fishing trips, which he finds particularly rewarding. 1:01:29 - He talks about the Wild Steelhead Coalition. Josh explains that the organization is mainly volunteer-run, with one small contractor. Despite its size, the coalition is highly effective in advocating for steelhead conservation, engaging in fundraising, public education, and advocacy efforts. Josh mentions a recent significant article in the Seattle Times that highlights their work, illustrating the coalition's impact despite its resources. 1:05:20 - We briefly talk about the status and future of the Snake River dams. Josh emphasizes the ongoing efforts to educate and build coalitions regarding the dams, expressing that everyone affected should be considered. He highlights the historical use of the dams for barge traffic and the declining export traffic on the river. He mentions recent news indicating salmon are passing above dam sites for the first time in a century, suggesting the potential benefits of dam removal on salmon populations. 1:08:23 - We ask Josh about that time when he worked at a radio after college.  1:13:08 - Josh shares that he used to play baseball as a pitcher.    Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/670  

My guest this week is Irwin Jeffrey, CHP-BC candidate for the provincial electoral district of Skeena. He and I are representing the pro-life, pro-family, pro-freedom cause in the BC provincial election campaign that ends this Saturday, October 19 (Final Voting Day). Irwin and I compare notes on the social values of BC voters as they grapple with such issues as Bill 36, carbon taxes, rebuilding the healthcare system destroyed by the NDP, SOGI in the classrooms and the life-and-death issues of abortion, doctor-assisted suicide (MAiD) and the epidemic of gender confusion leading to irreversible gender surgeries. We talk about the desperation of folks who want the NDP out but who hesitate to vote for the candidate or party they really want due to ‘strategic' voting and peer pressure. Voters in Skeena who wish to communicate with Irwin or who wish to e-transfer to his campaign (Saturday, Oct 19 is the last day to contribute), may do so at: irjeff.chp@gmail.com If making a contribution, you MUST include your full name and address, your phone number and email. MAXIMUM contribution is $1450 (TOTAL of contributions in 2024 to ALL CHP-BC candidates AND the party, CHP-BC).

We sit down with Brian Niska, renowned fly fishing guide of Skeena Spey Riverside Lodge. We cover a lot of ground on this one, first talking about Brian's background and how he got into fishing. We hear some tips and tricks for perfecting spey casts. We dive deeper into what it's like running Skeena Spey Lodge, guiding anglers on some of the best waters in the world. We hear more about his own podcast, In the Bucket. It was a great chat, don't skip this one! Check out Brian's work: Skeena Spey Riverside Lodge: https://skeenaflyfishing.com/ In the Bucket Podcast: https://inthebucketpodcast.com/   HOW TO HELP SO FLY: Please go leave us a review on APPLE PODCASTS. It really helps our show get out there, which means we get to make MORE episodes.  Thank you to our sponsors: Drift Outfitters Redington Chums Costa Muskoka Brewery Hooké   Podcast Intro Theme Song Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via Birocratic License v05.2016. For info on how you can use this music in your project, check out ⁠http://www.birocratic.com/license-app.⁠ To download Birocratic's 60+ song discography, visit http:// birocratic.bandcamp.com. Thanks to all our listeners. 

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/660 Today Brian chats with Curtis Ciszek, Eric Jackson, and returning guest, Darcy Bacha. These guys are known in the snowboarding industry. They are also passionate steelhead anglers. They talk about the movie they did in the Skeena called Alignment and touch on some fishing and hunting stories and insights in Northern BC. It's time to get in the bucket... https://inthebucketpodcast.com/

Interview with Walter Coles, Executive Chairman of Skeena Resources Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/skeena-resources-tsxske-465000-oz-pa-high-grade-gold-production-4464Recording date: 3rd July 2024Skeena Resources (TSX:SKE) presents a compelling investment opportunity in the gold mining sector, with its flagship Eskay Creek project in British Columbia's Golden Triangle fully funded and progressing towards production. The company has recently secured a landmark C$1 billion financing package, positioning it strongly in a challenging market for mining companies.Eskay Creek stands out for its combination of scale and grade, with projected production of nearly 500,000 gold equivalent ounces annually in its first 4-5 years. The November 2022 Feasibility Study outlines robust economics, including an after-tax NPV of C$3 billion at spot prices and an all-in sustaining cost (AISC) of US$687 per gold equivalent ounce. With an average grade of 3.6 g/t gold equivalent over the life of mine, Eskay Creek ranks among the highest-grade open-pit gold projects globally.The financing package, comprising equity, a gold stream, senior secured debt, and a cost overrun facility, is notable not just for its size but also its structure. The equity was raised at a premium to market, while the gold stream is available before final permits – both unusual and favorable terms. The debt facility includes flexible terms allowing Skeena to pursue alternative funding if better options arise.A key strength of Skeena's position is its strong relationship with the Tahltan First Nation, on whose traditional territory Eskay Creek is located. This partnership provides social license and mitigates potential operational risks. The Tahltan Nation benefits from tax sharing, an impact benefit agreement, and prioritization for competitive contracts.Skeena sees significant growth potential beyond the current project economics. Potential avenues for increasing the project's value include mine life extension through satellite deposits like Snip, steepening of pit walls to access deeper ore, and inclusion of base metal credits in future economic studies. These factors could potentially drive the after-tax NPV from C$3 billion to closer to C$4 billion.The company is keenly aware of execution risks and has implemented several mitigation strategies. These include over-capitalizing the project, building a six-month ore stockpile, focusing on internal team building, and taking time to refine engineering studies. The brownfield nature of Eskay Creek, with existing infrastructure, further reduces execution risk.Currently trading at a significant discount to NAV, Skeena offers potential for substantial share price appreciation as it transitions from developer to producer. Management expects the company to trade closer to 1x NAV in about two and a half years, implying a potential four-fold increase in share price from current levels.While risks remain, as with any mining project, Skeena's approach to risk mitigation, the quality of its asset, and its fully funded status make it an attractive option for investors seeking exposure to gold. As the company progresses through construction and towards first gold pour, it represents a unique opportunity to invest in a high-grade, large-scale gold project in a tier-one jurisdiction, with strong potential for value creation in the near to medium term.View Skeena Resources' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/skeena-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Welcome to another KE Report Weekend Show! This weekend's show is focused on resources stocks and metals prices. We discuss a number of key news releases for the past couple of weeks and outline the true drivers of gold, silver and copper prices.    Segment 1 and 2 - Extended Segment - Matt Geiger, Managing Partner at MJG Capital kicks off the show by sharing his insights on recent news out of Bravo Mining (drill results), Skeena Resources (a US$750Mil finance package), and Victoria Gold (mine failure). We also discuss how Matt is viewing the pullback in resources stocks, mostly from the junior side. Please note, we recorded this segment on Wednesday. Since that date the share price action is Skeena has been strong with the stock up 13% on Thursday and 10% on Friday. Click here to visit the MJG Capital website to learn more about Matt's open ended fund. Segment 3 and 4 - Jeff Christian, Managing Partner at the CPM Group wraps up the show by recapping a recent Q&A webinar with clients, focusing on the relationship between a potential U.S. recession and precious metal prices. He delves into historical precedents, like the 1980-1982 double-dip recession, and examines factors driving gold, silver, and copper prices. We also explore the growing skepticism around the green energy transition narrative and the economic contraction concerns impacting metal supply and demand. Lastly, he provides his forecasts for metal prices and investment trends in the coming months Click here to visit the CPM Group website to learn more about the firm.

Walter Coles, Executive Chairman of Skeena Resources (TSX: SKE, NYSE: SKE) joins me to discuss the US$750mil finance package to develop the Eskay Creek Gold-Silver Project in the Golden Triangle in BC.    We start by outlining the various components of the financing package, comprising a $100 million equity investment, a $200 million gold stream, $350 million in senior secured debt, and a $100 million cost overrun facility. We discuss the importance of each component. Walter also explains the strategy behind overcapitalizing the project to avoid cost overruns and the importance of maintaining flexibility and optionality with no major break fees on the debt.    Walter outlines the next steps, including permitting milestones, local agreements, and a detailed timeline for bringing the mine into full production. Additionally, Walter provides insights into Skeena's exploration plans and clarifies how the financing package positions the Company as a potential acquisition target while emphasizing a significant silver component that could attract better market valuations.    If you have any follow up questions for Walter and the team please email me at Fleck@kereport.com.    Click here to visit the Skeena website and read over the full news release outlining the financing package.

Dave Erfle, Founder and Editor of the Junior Miner Junky joins us to discuss two major news events, one positive and one negative, out of the resource sector today.    The positive news came from Skeena Resources, announcing a US$750mil project financing for the Eskay Creek Project in the Golden Triangle of BC. We discuss the deal and what comes next for Skeena.    On the negative news front, Victoria Gold announced a heap leach pad failure that has suspended all operations at the mine. This news has crashed the stock and impacted the share price of other companies in the area. We discuss what this means for investors and if there is an opportunity on the selloffs.  Click here to visit the Junior Miner Junky website to learn more about Dave's investment

Drogą Yellowhead Highway dojechaliśmy do doliny Skeena, zamieszkiwanej przez Indian Gitxan, „ludzi znad rzeki mgły”. Podążyliśmy szlakiem totemów i dotarliśmy do lasów deszczowych niedźwiedzia-ducha Kermode. Przypomnieliśmy gorączkę złota Cariboo. Penetrowaliśmy kaniony Prowincjonalnego Parku Dinozaurów i odwiedziliśmy Muzeum Paleontologii w Drumheller, najwspanialsze muzeum dinozaurów na świecie. Byliśmy w Buffalo Jump, gdzie Indianie Czarne Stopy zabijali bizony i Bison Paddock. Na wyspie Vancouver zajrzeliśmy do rezerwatu Cathedral Grove, w którym można zobaczyć nawet 800-letnie, dochodzące do 80 metrów wysokości daglezje. Gościem Jerzego Jopa była Danuta Rasała.

This week's podcast takes us to a hempcrete workshop in Barto, Pennsylvania. That's where Cameron McIntosh of Americhanvre Cast-Hemp hosted a four-day hands-on training session to teach the basics of the spray-applied method of hempcrete installation using the Ereasy system. Training began Saturday morning at McIntosh's shop at a farm in Berks County. With a total of 14 participants and four assistant instructors, he said, “this is our single biggest training.” Attendees traveled from around the country and the world, including Texas, North Carolina, Minnesota, California, and British Columbia. Damien Baumer, who developed the Ereasy Spray-Applied system in 2014, traveled from his village in France to help McIntosh with the training. Baumer said his system is not in wide use in France, but is used in many other European countries, and now has a strong footprint in America, thanks to McIntosh. McIntosh's company, Americhanvre (a mash-up of America and the French word for hemp, chanvre), is the authorized North America distributor of the Ereasy system, and there are now more Ereasy systems in use in America than in the inventor's home country. Baumer is happy to see the growth in America, and said through a translator, “Cameron's a warrior who's been fighting for the last three years to make this happen.” Earlier this year, Americhanvre was awarded a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the U.S. Army for $1.9 million. While the training isn't directly related to the grant, McIntosh sees the connection. The purpose of the SBIR program, he said, “is to commercialize your technology and your company, not only in the private sector, but also publicly.” Attendees get more than basic instruction on how to run the spray machine. “We also teach estimating and bidding. We teach accounting, we give the participants tools that they would need not only to run the system, but also to run a successful business around it,” McIntosh said. The Ereasy system is simple in its design and function. Hemp hurds are mixed with lime and water in a hopper. That slurry is then pushed through tubes by a large air compressor while the lance operator sprays the wet hempcrete mixture at a wall or, in this case, an SIP panel, which can then be used in construction. Attendees sprayed over 30 panels during the course of the workshop. Denzel Sutherland Wilson traveled from Gitxsan Nation in north British Columbia. “I came to learn how to spray hempcrete and just see if this would be something that could help us back where I come (from),” he said. Wilson is from the community of Kispiox, which sits at the confluence of the Skeena and Kispiox rivers. It's surrounded by mountains on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. “We have a lot of poorly insulated and overcrowded houses and mold issues,” he said. “And this hemp seems like it could address a lot of issues in the housing realm.” He also said he finds great inspiration from the work the Lower Sioux Indian Community in Minnesota is doing with hempcrete, where the tribe is building houses for community members in need. Danny Desjarlais is the head builder at Lower Sioux and was on hand at the workshop to assist in the training. Desjarlais and his team have built three hempcrete houses in the past year and they are gearing up to build more. He sees hemp construction as a way to rebuild rural communities around the country. “For any community that wants to give their community members jobs and even better homes or whatever product you're going to make with it,” he said, “the potential for the jobs is there and the potential to take back your community.” On this week's podcast, we meet the people at the workshop. Why did they sign up? What did they learn? All that, plus a tour of a hempcrete house in Pottstown. On this episode we talk to the following people: Cameron McIntosh Damien Baumer Navid Hatfield Danny Desjarlais Tim Callahan Henry Valles Dani Baker Denzel Sutherland Wilson Cliff the Gardener Tina Jones John Price Learn More about Hempcrete: US Hemp Builders Association https://ushba.org/ Hemp Building Institute https://www.hempbuildinginstitute.org/ Americhanvre Cast-Hemp https://americhanvre.com/ Lower Sioux Indian Community https://lowersioux.com/ New Nuggets US poised to ease restrictions on marijuana in historic shift, but it'll remain controlled substance https://apnews.com/article/marijuana-biden-dea-criminal-justice-pot-f833a8dae6ceb31a8658a5d65832a3b8 21st EIHA Conference in Prague https://eiha-conference.org/ Hempwood, the coolest thing made in Kentucky https://hempwood.com/ Thanks to Our Sponsors! IND HEMP https://indhemp.com/ King's Agriseeds https://kingsagriseeds.com/ Forever Green https://www.hempcutter.com/ Music courtesy of Tin Bird Shadow https://tinbirdshadow.bandcamp.com/album/dot-dot-dot

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This week, our guest is Ellis Ross, an MLA in the British Columbia Legislature since 2017, representing the Skeena riding for the BC United political party (formerly the Liberal Party). His region includes the communities of Kitimat and Terrace on the northern coast of British Columbia. Ellis also currently serves as the Shadow Minister for Energy and LNG. Before being elected to the British Columbia legislature, Ellis Ross was the Chief Councillor for the Haisla Nation, in that position, he signed an agreement with an LNG developer to build a plant on the Haisla Nation reserves. Here are some of the questions that Peter and Jackie asked Ellis: Why did you enter provincial politics and why have you decided to run in the next federal election for the Conservative Party?  How has the LNG Canada project impacted people in your community?  What is the status of LNG Canada? What is the status of Cedar LNG, a smaller project in collaboration with the Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corporation also located in Kitimat?  Is BC's requirement for net zero LNG by 2030 effectively a ban on new LNG development?  What is the status of the transmission line and electricity supply, if LNG must be net zero by 2030? How do you think Canada should tackle the climate challenge and energy projects differently?  What is the potential for blue ammonia shipments by rail and tanker from the Northern West Coast to Asia? Other content referenced in this podcast: Edison Motors is a privately owned Canadian Clean Technology Company. In 2023, we built Canada's first Production Electric Hybrid Truck; consisting of Edison make Powertrain, Chassis and Cab. Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/  Check us out on social media: X (Twitter): @arcenergyinst LinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute  Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas Podcast Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify  

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/569 Today we're joined by Riley Leboe, Kye Petersen, and the legendary Feet Banks. These guys are all enthusiastic steelhead anglers with interesting stories to tell. Riley is a retired pro skier and talented filmmaker. Kye is one of the most influential free-skiers in the world. And Feet is a writer who also happens to be the Editor of Mountain Life Magazine. Stick around with us today as we explore the connection between life on the mountains and chasing fish in the valley. These guys have some great insight for anyone looking to fish for early-season winter steelhead. Alright, let's get going. It's time to get in the bucket. Episode Chapters (0:00:01) - Reading the Landscape Nature's impact on outdoor activities like skiing and steelhead fishing, genetic and behavioral differences in steelhead, and thrilling experiences on the Skeena. (0:06:13) - Winter Steelheading Nature's connection to fish in Skeena River, challenges of fishing in big water, understanding fish behavior, staying motivated in winter, proper layering, and camaraderie in fishing. (0:14:21) - The Steelhead Fishing Experience Nature's comfort in outdoor activities, emotional aspects of fishing, camaraderie around campfires, and the allure of challenges in fishing. (0:22:16) - The Impact of Fishing and Skateboarding Nature's transformative power in fishing, skateboarding, and skiing, and its appeal for all ages and as a safe alternative for risk-taking. (0:30:12) - The Beauty of Fishing and Skiing Nature's role in outdoor activities, community, and emotional connection, specifically in skiing, fishing, and rock climbing. (0:40:13) - Discussion on Fishing and Multi-Sport Adventures Nature's influence on fishermen driving Toyota Tacomas, revealing fishing spots, and combining activities like skiing and fishing. (0:48:42) - Skiing and Ski Movie Discussions Nature's blend of skiing and fishing in Northern BC, Shames co-op resort, ski movies, and "Sacred Grounds" series. (1:00:45) - Impact of Talent in Filmmaking, Fishing Skilled professionals enhance film quality in niche areas like ski and fishing filmmaking, while camaraderie and a relaxed approach are important in fishing. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/569

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/ Welcome to the In the Bucket Podcast - a new show with Brian Niska. We're diving into the world of Spey fishing and the Steelhead and Salmon scene, especially on the West Coast. Join us as we chat about the exciting shift from being a guest to host, revealing our podcast's unique style that captures the lively conversations friends have after a day by the water. This episode isn't just for Spey fishing fans; it's a goldmine for anyone who loves the fly fishing community and the deep connections it builds. Brian Niska talks about seasoned anglers like Stu Foxall, Eric Leninger, and Scoot Mason, as we navigate the breathtaking world of BC fishing. From the majestic king salmon on the Skeena and Kitimat Rivers to the serene beauty of winter steelheading, our conversation casts a line into the heart of what makes these pursuits so enthralling. We share personal stories, reflect on the mental game of fishing, and cherish the camaraderie that's as much a part of the experience as the catch itself. Rounding out this episode, Brian's excited to pass on some pearls of wisdom on mastering spey casting. With an emphasis on technique over brute force, he will guide you through common pitfalls and offer advice on perfecting your cast for an exceptional steelhead chase. Plus, we celebrate the diversity and community spirit of group trips at the lodge, where strangers become fast friends bonded by the rhythm of the river. So, gear up and tune in for an episode that promises to enrich your love for the sport and maybe even improve your spey game! Episode Chapters (0:00:05) - Introduction to "In the Bucket" New podcast explores steelhead fishing and community with a unique format. (0:13:21) - Alaskan Fishing Opportunities and Preferences Nature's unique King salmon fishing in Alaska, mental challenge of steelhead fishing, camaraderie among anglers, and exceptional lodge experience. (0:24:45) - Tips for Improving Spey Casting Nature's insights on improving spay casting for steelhead fishing, including maintaining line tension and correcting common faults. (0:34:58) - Community and Diversity in Group Trips Community forms among strangers on group trips, involving listeners through giveaways, and looking forward to future adventures. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/

Katie MacKenzie, Director, Investor Relations at Skeena Resources (TSX:SKE - NYSE:SKE) ("Skeena" or the "Company")  joins me to provide an overview of the work plans this year at the Eskay Creek and Snip Projects in the the Golden Triangle of BC. After raising over C$90million in December (including C$10.7million in flow-through) the Company is focused on advancing both Projects through pre-development work, project financing and permitting. The Company will also be conducting another round of drilling but first has to release all the of the results from the 2023, 14,000 meter drill program.   If you have any follow up questions for the team at Skeena please email me at Fleck@kereport.com.

In a 2012 piece, Annie Banks speaks with Erin Konsmo of the Native Youth Sexual Health Network, an organization by and for Indigenous youth that works within the full spectrum of sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice across the United States and Canada. Oftentimes pollution is thought of as impacting the land and the water but what about the impacts that pollution, industry, contaminants and environmental degradation have on nearby communities and individuals and their sexual and reproductive health? And why is this critical for environmentalists to learn more about? What is environmental violence and how are communities defining, responding to and resisting environmental violence?Chris Chang-Yen Phillips spoke with Sierra Jamerson during a live taping at the St. John's Institute of Edmonton in 2013. Sierra Jamerson was born into a family of talented leaders and gifted musicians, and she's been performing professionally since the tender age of eleven, singing traditional Black Gospel, jazz, soul and R&B music. Part of that talented family of hers is in the Tahltan Nation in British Columbia. You might have heard of the Sacred Headwaters in Tahltan territory. It's the origin point for three powerful rivers that run through British Columbia—the Stikine, the Skeena and the Nass. When the oil and gas industry tried to start mining in the area, Sierra's family was at the forefront of Tahltan resistance.Download our program log. ★ Support this podcast ★

Interview with Randy Reichart, President and CEO of Skeena Resources Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/skeena-resources-ske-293m-annual-after-tax-free-cash-flow-2588Recording date: 20th November 2023High-Grade Past Producer Reimagined as Major Gold Operation with Robust EconomicsSkeena Resources has uncovered the rich potential of reinventing the formerly high-grade Eskay Creek mine in Canada into a prominently larger open pit operation. The company recently completed an enhanced Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS), optimized by its experienced leadership team, to develop a technically straightforward project producing over 450,000 low-cost gold-equivalent ounces per year.With an initial capital expenditure of C$592 million, Skeena emphasizes the attractiveness of Eskay Creek's rapid 1.2-year payback period. The after-tax economics are stellar, boasting a C$2 billion NPV at a 5% discount rate alongside a 43% internal rate of return over a 14-year mine life. Benchmarked against comparable development projects, these figures place Eskay Creek as an extremely lucrative asset. Its current valuation at just 0.2 times NPV represents a substantial underpricing.Skeena is led by a proven mine building team who have addressed prior concerns by simplifying the process plant design and mining methods. By enhancing metallurgical performance, they've also managed to achieve significantly higher concentrate grades while requiring far lower shipment volumes. Real optimizations like these increase operational efficiency as well as investor confidence.With the DFS results now released, Skeena is focused on securing financing over the next 6 to 12 months. The company is pursuing a funding package across various alternatives like equity, stream financing, and debt. Concurrent permitting activities are also underway on key items such as the Environmental Assessment, targeting receipt by mid-2025.If everything progresses smoothly, construction would commence in 2025 for an 18-month build period. This supports Skeena's goal of achieving first gold production in mid-2026. During the 3-4 month ramp-up phase to full capacity, the output is still anticipated to reach an impressive 230,000 ounces in the first year.Looking longer term, over the first 5 years of operation, Skeena is projecting a head-turning annual average production of 465,000 low-cost gold-equivalent ounces. This would immediately propel it into an intermediate producer tier amongst global gold miners.Eskay Creek's established infrastructure from past mining, extensive existing permits, and located in a top-tier mining jurisdiction in Canada check all the right boxes for investors. With gold prices forecasted to rise amidst inflationary pressures, the market conditions align strongly as well.For risk tolerant investors with a 3-5 year time horizon, getting in early on a world-class project like this, managed by a capable team and on the cusp of critical de-risking milestones, holds exciting asymmetrical upside potential. The market appears slow to currently price in the prospectively substantial value add if Skeena executes successfully on bringing this revived gold asset through development into production.View Skeena Resources company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/skeena-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

There is a lot of news to report today out of the exploration sector, including new drill holes form the Sunday Creek Project, DLP Resources and Fortuna Silver. Rio2 has published its Fenix gold project Feasibility Study. Skeena has an updated resource esitmate for Snip. Corporate update from Cerrado. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website, www.westerncopperandgold.com. Arizona Sonoran Copper Company (ASCU:TSX) is focused on developing its brownfield copper project on private land in Arizona, a tier 1 location. The Cactus Mine Project is located less than an hour's drive from the Phoenix International airport via highway i-10, and with grid power and the Union Pacific Rail line situated at the base of the Cactus Project main road. With permitted water access, a streamlined permitting framework and infrastructure already in place, ASCU's Cactus Mine Project is a lower risk copper development project in the infrastructure-rich heartland of Arizona.For more information, please visit ⁠www.arizonasonoran.com⁠. Fireweed Metals is advancing 3 different projects within the Yukon and Northwest Territories, including the flagship Macmillan Pass Project, a large zinc-lead-silver deposit and the Mactung Project, one of the largest and highest-grade tungsten deposits in the world. Fireweed plans to advance these projects through exploration, resource definition, metallurgy, engineering, economic studies and collaboration with indigenous people on the path to production. For more information please visit ⁠fireweedmetals.com⁠.

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Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/449 Presented By: Angler's Coffee, Yellowstone Teton, Trxstle, Bearvault  Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Brian Niska is back on the show to take us into Skeena steelhead fishing. Brian paints the picture of what you can expect if you're putting out a trip together to the Skeena Spey Lodge. He describes why he fishes the shallow water close to the bank, plus he gives us tips on how to do it. Brian really got nerdy today, and we loved it! So grab your gear because we're going deep into the weeds today with Brian. Skeena Steelhead Show Notes with Brian Niska 01:00 - We're back at it, and we're giving away a trip to Brian's lodge. 03:20 - In episode 370, we talked about the Skeena River Spey Lodge with Brian Niska. Today, we catch up with Brian and get an update on what he's been up to since then. 05:16 - Brian talks about fishing opportunities at the Skeena Spey Lodge. 10:06 - Brian paints a picture of what to expect when planning a trip to the Skeena River Spey Lodge. They have 14 A-frame cabins and a cool lodge building that used to be a barn. 11:02 - Their culinary team is top-notch, so you can always expect delicious food. 14:48 - We talk about the Spey Fishing School and how it's different from just a typical guiding trip. 15:50 - If people are interested in fly tying, they can spend time on the tying bench set up right by the pool table. They have great fly tyers amongst their guides, like Michael Orlowski and Adrienne Comeau. 24:26 - Brian tells a story about the time he caught a 30-pound Chinook Salmon in the middle of August. We had George Cook on the show before and talked about Chinook. 31:30 - Brian enjoys skiing with his family in winter. He also discusses the possibility of heliskiing at the Skeena Spey Lodge. 35:26 - Brian dives deep into the techniques, gear, and fly presentations that they use for finding fish at the Skeena Spey Lodge. 46:48 - Brian and his team use Mow Tip from RIO. 50:56 - The Skeena Lodge has a fully-stocked fly shop on the premises, where they've got a great selection of all the gears they use for fishing. 58:44 - We touched on the history of the Skeena Lodge. 1:07:00 - Brian and his team love using the Kingfisher Shallow Water Extreme boat. 1:09:00 - Brian recommends taking a day or two in Vancouver before going to the lodge. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/449  

Enter Giveaway:  https://wetflyswing.com/giveaway Save your spot:  https://wetflyswing.com/school This is a quick bonus episode to announce the Skeena Steelhead Spey School we just launched and the giveaway that is going on now! Learn more at https://wetflyswing.com/giveaway

Haisla-led LNG project approved by province Ellis Ross, Haisla First Nation former Chief Counsellor & BC Liberal MLA for Skeena discusses the province's approval of the Haisla-led LNG project Pierre Poilievre criticizes Trudeau government, big pharma for role in opioid epidemic Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and the Official Opposition discusses the role of big pharma in Canada's opioid epidemic. Juno Awards 2023: AP Dhillon Makes History With First Punjabi Performance At The Show DJ Reminisce, Punjabi music DJ, Podcaster & media personality discusses what Punjabi music superstar AP Dhillon's Juno Awards performance means to South Asian Canadians and to the Punjabi music industry.  FIFA expands 2026 World Cup again, with Toronto and Vancouver hosting extra matches Blake Price, Co-Host of The Sekeres & Price Show discusses the likelihood of an increase in FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, how will grass be installed in BC Place? Trans Mountain pipeline expansion cost climbs to $30.9B  Richard Masson, an executive fellow at the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy discusses the rising cost of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/397  Presented By: Chota Outdoor Gear, Drifthook, Zoe Angling Group, Trxstle Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors   Skeed Borkowski is here today to take us into the Northern Lights Lodge and the wilderness of Northern British Columbia.  We discover what it takes to catch bull trout on the fly. We talk about the relationship of these big rainbow trout to Skeena steelhead. We also talk about the Stillwater areas which we'll be digging into more as we get going this year. Skeed has the greatest name out there and he is the most interesting man in Northern Canada.  Bull Trout Fly Fishing Show Notes with Skeed Borkowski 05:30 - Their lodge is situated in Quesnel Lake. 12:45 - Northern Lights Lodge was established in 1942. 25:45 - Their salmon runs come all the way from Vancouver to Fraser River to Quesnel River to Quesnel Lake. 29:25 - September to mid-October is the best time to target bull trout. The average you can catch is about 24 inches. 40:00 - They had a large sockeye run at about 800,000 that came into the system in different tributaries. 41:45 - We talk about the gear setup for bull trout. 45:00 - Skeed tells the story of when he had a heart attack. 54:45 - Skeed describes what the lodge looks like and how much its capacity is to accommodate. 1:11:50 - Skeed sent me a photo of Pat Dorsey. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/397 

New Found Gold upsizes their drilling program. Artemis Gold provided an update on progress toward obtaining its BC Mines Act Permit. Piedmont and Tesla refine their agreement. Anfield Energy acquires more land. Skeena closes its royalty sale with Franco-Nevada. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website, www.westerncopperandgold.com. ASCU is an early-stage copper developer and explorer of the Cactus Mine and its satellite project, Parks/Salyer, both situated on a 4km mine trend on private land in Arizona’s porphyry copper district. Opportunity for significant growth and scale exist along the trend, while future capex requirements outlined in the Cactus PEA benefit from significant onsite and nearby access to infrastructure. The Company is led by an executive management team and Board which have a long-standing track record of successful project delivery in North America. For more information, please visit www.arizonasonoran.com.

We connect with Kelly Earle, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Skeena Resources to discuss the latest drill results out of the Eskay Creek Deposits in British Columbia. Ms. Earle also talks about some important company news items which should hit the market in the early months of 2023.

We have lots of new drill results to report today, including the latest from Defiance Silver, Skeena Resources, Blackrock Silver, Pacific Ridge Exploration and Silver Tiger Metals. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Integra Resources is advancing the past-producing DeLamar Project in southwestern Idaho. The Company has continued to demonstrate resource growth and conversion through greenfield and brownfield exploration. Integra Resources trades on the TSX-V under ITR and the NYSE American under ITRG. Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website, www.westerncopperandgold.com. ASCU is an early-stage copper developer and explorer of the Cactus Mine and its satellite project, Parks/Salyer, both situated on a 4km mine trend on private land in Arizona's porphyry copper district. Opportunity for significant growth and scale exist along the trend, while future capex requirements outlined in the Cactus PEA benefit from significant onsite and nearby access to infrastructure. The Company is led by an executive management team and Board which have a long-standing track record of successful project delivery in North America. For more information, please visit www.arizonasonoran.com.

The Skeena River is the second largest salmon producing watershed in Canada and a critical part of it is the unique and highly productive estuary. The area deserves protection from future threats and is essential to the survival and resilience of salmon and cultures in this region. In this episode of 54 Degrees North, we learn more about this critical habitat as part of a series exploring salmon connections and resilience.Interviews and insights from Yahaan (Don Wesley) and Dr. Jonathon Moore.Music thanks to the regionally talented Los Gringos Salvajes, and art work thanks to Facundo Gastiazoro.Thanks to the Canada Summer Jobs program for helping make this possible. This episode was recorded on unceded Witsuwit'en territory in the summer months of 2022. 54 Degrees North is produced by Nikki Skuce (@nikkiskuce) from the Northern Confluence Initiative (a project of MakeWay), and edited with the help of Namita Prakash. Contact us at 54DegreesNorthPodcast@gmail.com or check us out on Instagram @northern_confluence 

Skeena Resources is a Canadian gold silver mining exploration and development company focused on revitalizing the past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine located in Tahltan Territory in the Golden Triangle of northwest British Columbia, Canada. The Company released a Feasibility Study for Eskay Creek in September 2022 which highlights an open-pit average grade of 4.00 g/t AuEq, an after-tax NPV5% of C$1.4B, 50% IRR, and a 1-year payback at US$1,700/oz Au and US$19/oz Ag. Skeena is currently continuing exploration drilling at Eskay Creek.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/370 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, Country Financial, Zoe Angling Group, FishHound Expeditions Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Brian Niska takes us to the Skeena River and basin with a focus on swinging flies for main-stem steelhead. We find out how he targets migrating versus holder fish, when you should be fishing the shallow water, and how to get your swing to slow down. This one is jam-packed with tips and takes on exact time, location, position.. it's all here! Brian is very articulate in elaborating techniques that you can already imagine how it works. Check it out right now! Skeena River Show Notes with Brian Niska 12:00 - Brian and Jeff Pieroway designed some Spey rods called Metal Detector 13:00 - Brian tells the story of how they bought a guiding lodge business at Skeena riverside which was previously owned by a German family 20:00 - Fishing season starts in mid-March at Skeena 26:00 - He explains how slowing down the cast is the key to effective Spey casting 32:00 - Tip: If you're using running mono line, you don't have access to both sides of the river, and you're often fishing on the same side of your body, you need to find a way to incorporate some rotation to the other direction to keep your line going nice and straight. 32:55 - Tip: The older the mono line is, the better it fishes because it's got a stretch. Don't wait, put that stretch in as soon as you get it. A good way to get it stretched is to get it warm. Put it in a bowl of warm water and give it a good hard stretch. 36:00 - The busiest time of the year at Skeena Lodge is the end of August since most of the salmon species are available in August 38:10 - When people say they are going to fish the Skeena, what they really mean is that they're going to fish the Bulkley 39:45 - He talks about a picture of a 40-pound dead steelhead back in the 80s 48:45 - Brian mentioned the episode with Jeff Liskay and pointed out the tip about the importance of having a high rod tip. WFS 362 was the latest one with Jeff. 55:50 - "The anglers that are consistently successful are the ones that believe that every single bump is a fish and are willing to repeat the cast, and willing to let the fly fish its way out, they're not rushing to the next cast." 57:20 - They fish Skagit line most of the time and a little bit Scandi in the Winter 58:45 - Brian was on the River Rambler podcast 1:04:10 - The number one most common life history of a Skeena steelhead is 4 years in fresh water and 2 years in salt 1:04:30 - The Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO) is a long-term ocean fluctuation of the Pacific Ocean. The PDO waxes and wanes approximately every 20 to 30 years. 1:13:00 - Early September to October is a great time to fish the Skeena 1:17:00 - Malcolm Wood is a big advocate of climate change - he makes movies about climate change awareness. His latest movie is called, The Last Glaciers 1:18:50 - Brian mentioned Bob Hooton from SteelheadVoices.com 1:25:50 - Advice: When you're fishing the Skeena for the first time is plan to be mobile. Plan to fish 3 or 4 different rivers and come for as longest period that your schedule allows. And don't fish with people in the same spot - spread the pressure out, that's the best move. 1:27:25 - For flies, Brian uses Stewart's Steel Pig. He recommends bringing a small and large version of the fly you're using. 1:30:20 - Brian recommends Bob Hooton's book about the Skeena Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/370

Skeena Resources announced a Feasibility Study for its Eskay Creek gold-silver project in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia. Moneta Porcupine announced a preliminary economic assessment for its Tower gold project in Ontario. Exploration updates from Newcore Gold, Mako Mining, Talon Metals, Denison Mines and Goldshore Resources. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Integra Resources is advancing the past-producing DeLamar Project in southwestern Idaho. The Company has continued to demonstrate resource growth and conversion through greenfield and brownfield exploration. Integra Resources trades on the TSX-V under ITR and the NYSE American under ITRG. Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website, www.westerncopperandgold.com. Rio-2 is advancing the Fenix Gold Project in Chile, the largest undeveloped gold heap leach project in the Americas. Fenix consists of 5 million ounces in the measured and indicated resource category and 1.4 million ounces in the inferred resource category. With a robust PFS in place, Fenix is set up for fast-tracked construction and production. You can find a list of project and company information on their website, rio2.com. ASCU is an early-stage copper developer and explorer of the Cactus Mine and its satellite project, Parks/Salyer, both situated on a 4km mine trend on private land in Arizona's porphyry copper district. Opportunity for significant growth and scale exist along the trend, while future capex requirements outlined in the Cactus PEA benefit from significant onsite and nearby access to infrastructure. The Company is led by an executive management team and Board which have a long-standing track record of successful project delivery in North America. For more information, please visit www.arizonasonoran.com.

Alberta's Calling! Alberta launches new campaign to hire BC workers  Bridgitte Anderson, CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade reacts to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's call to attract British Columbians to work and live in Alberta  Extremism within Canada's political parties Christy Clark, Former Premier of BC takes a look at the current state of Canadian politics. BC's response to Alberta's hiring campaign? Jawn Jang, Jas Johal Show contributor creates his own response to Alberta's recruitment ad. Alberta is targeting workers in both Vancouver and Toronto in order to attract more workers to the province. Canadian and German business groups calling for a stronger partnership on energy and minerals Ellis Ross, BC Liberal MLA for Skeena discusses the potential of a stronger Canadian=German partnership surrounding LNG  Victor Ho - Hong Kong's Most Wanted Victor Ho, Former Editor-In-Chief of Sing Tao Daily discusses how and why he is wanted by Hong Kong's government.

Ellis Ross, BC Liberal MLA for Skeena discusses the potential of a stronger Canadian=German partnership surrounding LNG

Ellis Ross, BC Liberal MLA for Skeena discusses the dangers of protest tactics used against the construction of pipelines throughout British Columbia.

Service industry continues to see staffing shortages as sector comes back to life Ian Tostensen, President and CEO of BC Restaurant and Food Association discusses how dire the the labour shortage is in British Columbia when it comes to the provinces restaurants and bars. Is BC looking to attract more immigrants to combat the labour shortage?  Nathan Cullen, NDP MLA for Stikine and Minister for Municipal Affairs discusses how an increase in immigration could help with BC's labour shortage. Tire Deflators letting the air out of climate change Jas Johal gives his thoughts on an activist group in Victoria, who are slashing the tires of SUVs as means to fight climate change. They call themselves The Tyre Extinguishers Pipeline issues in B.C. as protests continue throughout the province  Ellis Ross, BC Liberal MLA for Skeena discusses the dangers of protest tactics used against the construction of pipelines throughout British Columbia. Tiger Woods reportedly rejects $700M offer to join Saudi-backed LIV Tour We don't often think of golf as a controversial sport and we certainly don't associate it with words like “conflict” and “betrayal”.. But that's exactly what's happening in the game right now. Tiger Woods, for example, has just rejected a $700-million dollar offer to join the LIV Tour. Our show contributor Jawn Jang has more. Americans flocking to BC for Monkeypox vaccines Moira Wyton, Reporter at The Tyee discusses how and why many Americans are traveling to BC in order to receive the Monkeypox vaccine

CEO Walter Coels talks about the upcoming FS on the Eskay Creek project in British Columbia, Canada

The Full Show: The Save Old Growth protests, Crypto market value falls below US$1 trillion & The evolving medical advice when it comes to using aspirin  - June 13, 2022   Save Old Growth protesters arrested in Vancouver, Richmond, North Saanich Guest:  Ellis Ross, MLA for Skeena and former chief councillor of the Haisla Nation   Should employees retain the choice to work from home? Guest:  Andy Yan, Urban Planner and Adjunct Professor at Simon Fraser University   Crypto market value falls below US$1 trillion as bitcoin hits 18-month low Guest: Andy Baryer,  Technology and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com & weekly contributor on The Shift with Shane Hewitt   The evolving medical advice when it comes to using aspirin Guest: Dr. Krishnan Ramanathan, cardiologist at St. Paul's Hospital     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Ellis Ross, MLA for Skeena and former chief councillor of the Haisla Nation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Passive House Podcast cohost Matthew Cutler-Welsh interviews Jamie Harte, architect and Certified Passive House Designer at PUBLIC in Vancouver, BC about his Passive House journey, his work on the UBC Skeena Student Residence, and his current project, Vienna House.  View Jamie's Passive House Accelerator LIVE! a presentation about the Skeena Student Residence here: https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/videos/ubc-skeena-student-residence Read the Accelerator's article about the Skeena project here: https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/articles/skeena-residence-a-community-asset Matthew and cohost Zack Semke discuss upcoming Passive House events at the end of the episode. Links to those can be found here: https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/articles/passive-house-weekly-may-30-2022

Chris Tucker, Corporate Innovations Manager at Skeena Resources (TSX:SKE – NYSE:SKE) joins me to discuss the inaugural ESG Report published by the Company on April...

This week I'm talking to Brian Niska, of Skeena Spey Riverside Wilderness and Lodge. We talk about his start to fishing, combining American and Scandinavian styles, casterbation, chinook of the Skeena, whiffle golf, a positive outlook for steelhead, the history of the lodge, cycles of anticipation, and the best time to fish.

Walter Coles, President and CEO of Skeena Resources (TSX:SKE – NYSE:SKE) joins us to recap yesterday’s news announcing the acquisition of QuestEx Gold & Copper...

Paul Geddes, VP of Exploration and Resource Development at Skeena Resources (TSX:SKE – NYSE:SKE) joins me to recap the final drill results from the 2021...