Al, you are right about Not forum being very bullish in their comments and I too think it is great to have a diverse view from the posters. However I am curious as to how you come up with the following belief " I believe NOT is boxed right now, their best chances at drilling success lie southeast of the ring of fire, however that property is owned by FNC and so far they have shown no interest in doing a JV with NOT. The other spot to drill that has possibilities, points to drilling on PRB's doorstep."  How do you make this assumption, is it from knowledge that you are privy to or just a guess? I think it is the later, but let's face it everyone is entitled to a guess and some will be right and some will be wrong. I for one based on the knowledge that I have, think the direction goes to the southwest. Let's see who's right!

However, it makes no difference, Not is going to do exceptionally well going forward, as well as some of the area plays will also do well. As for FNC, I'm not so sure. My take on why Noront has'nt JV with FNC is just the opposiste to yours. I think Noront knows the direction is not southeast into FNC territory. This too maybe explains why FNC isn't drilling. Just my slant on things, time will tell.

Good luck and thanks for sharing!!!