Wesley Hall, PhD, CPG

Experience

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  Alaska Earth Sciences

  May 2007 - Aug 2010

  Exploration Geologist

  Field/exploration geologist on various client's exploration projects in Alaska and Canada including:* Anglo American Plc.: Western Alaska Range greenfield Cu porphyry exploration (3 seasons)Conducted safe and responsible helicopter supported exploration work in a highly hazardous remote wilderness environment . All work was completed with a responsible regard for the rigorous safety management system in place that included wilderness first aid, bear awareness, and tactical firearm training. Responsibilities included regional geochemical targeting and field sampling, rock chip sampling, QA/QC compliance, batching and shipping of samples, field mapping of delineated prospects utilizing Anaconda style mapping methods, assistance in development of standard operating procedures (SOP's), training of new technicians, and remote camp support and logistics. -Calista Corporation: Nyac Placer Au bedrock source exploration project, SW AlaskaResponsibilities included drill site management and contractor oversight, core logging and sampling, QA/QC compliance, and prospecting-Corvus Gold: Chisna Cu-Au porphyry exploration project, Central Alaska Range, AlaskaResponsibilities included helicopter supported regional and prospect-scale geochemical sampling, prospecting, geological mapping, digitization of map layers in MapInfo, drill site and drill contractor oversight, core logging and oriented core analysis, oversight and aiding geophysical contractors set up 3-D IP surveys, remote camp support and logistics-Gold Canyon Resources: Springpole alkaline porphyry Au deposit, Birch-Uchi Greenstone Belt, NW OntarioResponsibilities included core logging, sampling, prep, photography, batching and shipping of samples, QA/QC compliance, monitoring and supervision of drilling activity and contractors, monitoring of lake ice thickness for access roads and drill pads set up on frozen lakes Show less

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  Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp (LBSR: OTCPK)

  Dec 2007 - Apr 2008

  Exploration Geologist

  Arizona Strip breccia pipe-hosted uranium exploration:-Field mapping in Paleozoic sedimentary rocks-Production of geologic maps and cross sections-Supervision of diamond core drilling program-Core logging, prep, sampling, and cutting-Daily and weekly reporting to senior geologist-QA/QC compliance-Use of NITON/handheld XRF and scintillometers

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  Core Laboratories

  Nov 2008 - Feb 2009

  Mud Logger Geologist
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  Colorado School of Mines

  Aug 2010 - May 2013

  Research Assistant, MSc

  M.Sc., economic geology focusThesis title: Geology and Paragenesis of the Boseto Copper Deposits, Kalahari Copperbelt, Northwest Botswana -Conducted research focused on delineating the paragenetic history of a Meso- to Neoproterozoic sedimentary rock-hosted stratiform Cu-Ag deposit within the emerging Kalahari Copperbelt. Stratigraphy and depositional environment, structure, ore character, and timing relationships were determined through on-site drill core logging and open-pit observations when available. Petrographic studies focused on delineating mineral paragenesis of ore stage sulfide and alteration minerals as well as minerals related to subsequent metamorphism and remobilization. Carbon, oxygen, and sulfur stable isotopic studies were carried out to place constraints on the origin of carbonate and sulfide minerals. Fluid inclusion studies were utilized to place constraints on the origin and environment of formation of ore bearing veins and shear zones. Re-Os chronometry was employed to place age constraints on the timing of mineralizing and secondary/remobilizing events.-Several deposit specific short courses and field excursions including: sedimentary rock-hosted Cu, epithermal deposits, porphyry deposits (Cu, Au-only, Au-Cu, Cu-Au-Mo), VMS deposits, Cu-Ni-PGE deposits, IOCG deposits, Carlin-type Au deposits, alkaline magmatic deposits-Secretary, CSM Student Chapter of the Society of Economic Geologists-President, CSM Student Chapter of the Society of Economic Geologists: organized bi-monthly speakers, an ArcGIS short course for fund raising, a 1-day symposium on rare earth elements, organized and led an international field trip to the Middle Cauca Belt (Au porphyry) in Colombia.-everything else you expect of a Mines grad! Show less

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  Cupric Canyon Capital LLC

  Jul 2013 - Oct 2013

  Consulting Geologist

  -Provided geological support to aid with the construction of the 3D geological model of the Northeast Fold copper-silver deposit, Kalahari Copperbelt. -Re-logging of drill core to map the extent of alteration and mineralization and determine the structural controls on the mineralizing system.-Structural analysis of oriented core data to delineate structural controls/trends on alteration and mineralization. -Auditing of oriented core program to improve data capture and quality control. Show less

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  Colorado School of Mines

  Jan 2014 - Oct 2017

  My PhD research utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to understand the tectono-stratigraphic development and inversion of the Meso- to Neoproterozoic Ghanzi Basin in northwest Botswana. The basin is host to significant recent discoveries of sedimentary rock-hosted Cu-Ag deposits of the Kalahari Copperbelt.The first area of analysis involves the investigation of the regional- and district-scale aeromagnetic datasets. Utilizing the second vertical derivative filter in conjunction with borehole stratigraphy, stratigraphic members of the folded and eroded metasedimentary rocks can be confidently mapped in many areas of the basin. Sequence stratigraphic interpretation of the resulting magnetostratigraphy allows for interpretation of shifting depositional environments across the basin, unconformities, and previuosly unidentified structures. These features can be used to interpret important aspects of the original basin configuration and development, including favorable trap sites for mineralizing fluids and equally important hydrocarbons that aided mineralization. When compared with regional gravity datasets, important regional structures, favorable for mineralization, can be identified for future exploration in the belt.The second area of analysis involves U-Pb igneous zircon and U-Pb + Lu-Hf isotopic analysis of detrital zircons to gain a better understanding of the maximum age and likely sediment source regions for different formations within the Ghanzi Group.The final area of analysis involves petrology and Re-Os chronology of molybdenite, chalcocite, chalcopyrite, and arsenopyrite as well as U-Pb chronology of hydrothermal xenotime to understand the timing of mineralization in Kalahari Copperbelt and the role of precursor sulfides and in-situ and mobile hydrocarbons.The combined study paints a 500-million-year history of a basin punctuated by interrelated diagentic and tectonic events that are overprinted by an orogenic phase of mineralization. Show less

  • Adjunct Faculty Member

    Sept 2017 - Oct 2017

  • Research Assistant, PhD

    Jan 2014 - Aug 2017
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  High-Grade Geological Consulting Services Ltd.

  Oct 2017 - Jan 2022

  Principal Consultant

  Independent mineral exploration consultant to the mineral exploration industry-Economic geologist with expertise in sedimentary copper and technical training and industry experience spanning a wide variety of commodities and ore deposit classes-Specializing in geological reviews of regional to project level mineral exploration programs and project acquisitions-Demonstrated experience in target generation utilizing diverse datasets-GIS (ArcGIS and QGIS) and 3D Modelling (Geoscience Analyst) capabilities-Broad network base including academic, industry, and government resourcesPrevious clients include:-Anglo American Zambia Limited-BHP Minerals Americas-KoBold Metals-Khoemacau Copper Mining (Pty) Ltd./Cupric Africa/Cupric Canyon Capital LLC Show less

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  Cupric Canyon Capital LLC

  Nov 2017 - Feb 2018

  Consulting Geologist

  -Tasked with re-processing and production of derivative maps from old and newly acquired airborne magnetic data using Geosoft Oasis montaj software.-Conducted GIS-based mapping and geological interpretation of geophysical and geological data.-Produced ranked productivity maps and generated drilling targets based on a mineral system approach, geological, geophysical, and geochemical datasets, and expert knowledge of the area.

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  BHP

  Mar 2018 - Jun 2018

  Consulting Geologist

  -Conducted detailed geological reviews of targeted sedimentary basins around the world utilizing a mineral systems approach for sedimentary copper exploration potential-Delivered technical reports in a timely manner as outlined in contract -Presentation of results to global exploration team members

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  KoBold Metals

  Aug 2018 - Oct 2019

  Consulting Geologist

  - Conducted geoscientific reviews of areas of interest generated from exploration models-Integration and interpretation of 2-D and 3-D digital datasets to assess potential M&A projects-Led technical presentations and provided geological insights and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders on a variety of generative and acquisition projects-Exploration project design, budgeting, and preparation of assessment reports to government reporting standards-Played a role in the early development and testing of an machine learning- based, big data driven generative exploration model for cobalt-focused vein deposits Show less

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  Anglo American

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2019

  Consulting Geologist

  -Provided geologic interpretation of airborne geophysical and air-core drill data for greenfield sedimentary copper exploration in Zambia.

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  High Power Exploration

  Nov 2019 - May 2021

  Consulting Geologist

  -Desktop and field-based exploration project evaluations, greenfield targeting-Project Manager: led project evaluation study culminating in a JV agreement on the Hog Heaven high-sulfidation Ag-Au-Cu district, including project due diligence, environmental studies, scoping studies, managing a historical core re-logging campaign, geologic modeling, and implementing geophysical programs.

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  COBRE LIMITED

  Mar 2021 - Oct 2022

  Technical Committee Member

  Technical committee member/advisor for sediment-hosted copper-silver exploration program in the Kalahari Copperbelt, Botswana

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  Ivanhoe Electric

  May 2021 - now

  Manager of multiple early stage exploration projects within the U.S. Leading and mentoring diverse teams of exploration professionals working towards discovery, encompassing project generation, early boots on the ground mapping and geochemical survey, geophysical surveys, and initial and follow up drill programs. Engagement with key stakeholders, contractors, and local, state, and federal permitting processes to ensure adherence to our high standards for environmental, social, and governance from day one. Show less Oversaw small 2-6 person geologic teams on USA-based JV exploration projects that include porphyry and high to intermediate sulfidation epithermal targets. Conducted USA-based and international property and target evaluations, due diligence studies, assessing and updating historic mapping and drilling records, re-logging and re-sampling of historic drill core and drill pulps with strict QAQC procedures for confirming historical resources, implementing IP and gravity studies Sought out and built on the ground relationships with land owners and local and tribal communities. Show less

  • Manager - Early Stage Exploration

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Project Manager Northwest USA

    May 2021 - Mar 2024