Opawica Explorations Inc. has reported significant findings from its first drilling phase at the Bazooka Property in the Abitibi Gold Belt, revealing promising gold mineralization with notable geologic indicators.
In drill hole OP-25-31, the company intercepted a substantial 28-meter zone of sheared, silicified, and quartz-veined sediments. X-ray fluorescence (XRF) readings showed arsenic concentrations ranging from 1000 parts per million (ppm) to 200 ppm, with one exceptional point reading of 92 grams per ton (g/t) of gold.
The initial drill program covered 3,359 meters across 14 holes, with 1,384 meters of core sampled and 1,112 samples sent for laboratory analysis. CEO Blake Morgan highlighted the potential of the project, noting approximately 7,000 meters of high-priority targets remaining at Bazooka and an additional 10,000 meters at the Arrowhead property.
While XRF readings provide preliminary mineral composition insights, the company is awaiting certified assay results to accurately determine the precise metal concentrations. The samples are being processed at ALS Chemex lab in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, using fire assay and other analytical techniques.
The exploration team remains optimistic about the initial findings, with Morgan noting multiple thick intercepts showing promising XRF readings for gold and nickel, including visible gold. The company plans to make further strategic decisions after receiving comprehensive laboratory assays in the coming weeks.
