It's one thing to do things by one's own timetable, but it's does nothing good to hype or leak info' prematurely. Regarding the permitting, why not give head office a call - perhaps even Garry can give you a factual update. Give it a try! One additional point we seem to forget is the horrendous economic environment we live in, doesn't allow firms to get necessary loans very easily. Other parties are interested. We've spent $70- 90 M on our Alaska properties to date. Many point out that the company has not been profitable for years - no one denies this - but the infrastructures are there - the foundation is there - the gold & antimony are there. It only remains to determine the realistic amount of these minerals & use funding for production.