Appalachian Basin, New York

Target: Trenton Black River & Utica Shales
Geological Age: Ordovician
Net Acreage: 19,000
Depth (ft): 1,000 – 4,000

• 50 linear mile 2D seismic program – Look for hydrothermal dolomite potential
• Exploratory drilling planned for 2009
• Shallow target horizons
• Evaluate hydrothermal targets identified by 2D seismic
• Evaluate Utica and Trenton shale