VANCOUVER, Jan. 10, 2014 /CNW/ - Fire River Gold Corp. (TSXV: FAU), (FSE: FWR) (the "Company" or "Fire River") announces the appointment of Brent Chamberlain to the Board of Directors.

Brent Chamberlain began his career in mining in 1979, and has spent the last 34 years working in the mining industry. While most of his experience was with gold producing companies, he also has experience in uranium, barite, and molybdenum. Brent retired in 2011 from active employment, but has continued to work as a consultant with several mining companies and the College of Southern Nevada. Before retiring, Brent served as the Corporate Director of Human Resources for General Moly Inc. Prior to General Moly he was on the senior management team with Queenstake Resources USA Inc., located in Elko, Nevada. Brent continues to serve on the federal Mine Safety and Health Research Advisory Committee, having been appointed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

FIRE RIVER GOLD CORP.

"Blane W. Wilson"

Blane W. Wilson
President and CEO

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