If one understands the rationale for taking a bulk sample based upon the ease of extraction, etc. that's fine but it may be that the location of the bulk sample was changed from what was initially intended or they didn't know about the thick granite cap (see NR-03-26).

The bulk sample extraction was not an easy job. It meant breaking up a granite cap not just clearing the "glacial cover" that was mentioned in the news release and that became time consuming and I'm sure much more expensive than initially planned.

But, all this is speculation and second guessing on my part. There are many decisions that have to be made that determine the success or failure of any project.

I believe one of the best decisions that management has made is to hire a good, professional geologist with the experience that Jennifer Burgess brings to the table.

Some of us learn from our mistakes and hopefully it's not too late before the money runs out.

BGT