TESTIMONIALS

"Hecla belongs to NWMA for three main reasons: Interaction with great prospectors and exploration companies who have activities around the world might result in Hecla's next mine; the educational value of the annual convention is excellent; and the government affairs and issues management that NWMA provides is unsurpassed. I highly recommend membership in NWMA." Phillips S. Baker, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, Hecla Mining Company   http://www.hecla-mining.com

The Northwest Mining Association (NWMA) provides a unique blend of timely information, networking opportunities, and effective advocacy on issues important to the hardrock mining industry. Exploration geologists, mine managers, consultants, vendors/suppliers, government affairs specialists, and other mining professionals can all benefit from belonging to NWMA. Anyone with an interest in mining on public lands has a compelling reason to join NWMA because it is one of the industry’s most knowledgeable and effective advocates for maintaining access to public lands and for developing reasonable and workable mining regulations. Kinross Gold is proud to be a corporate member of NWMA, knowing we get tremendous value from our NWMA membership. We encourage our mining industry colleagues to support NWMA by joining today. Debra W. Struhsacker Vice President U.S. Governmental and Regulatory Affairs Kinross Gold USA, Inc.   http://www.kinross.com

" I feel it is imperative that our organization belong to the NWMA. Membership in this dominant mining industy association keeps us informed about the American mining scene and the current issues and challenges it faces. For us the highlight of the year is the annual convention. It provides a great opportunity to interact with other members and learn from the wide variety of presentations and lectures...it's a lot of fun!" Doug Donnelly, Publisher, The Northern Miner   http://www.northernminer.com

"I have been involved with NWMA since 1978. In that time, I have watched the Association grow and develop into an effective voice for the mining industry across the west. Washington Group International is a corporate member of the NWMA because mining needs this kind of representation at Federal and State levels to grow, and the success of the industry is important to our corporate strategy and success." Ta Li, Director Business Development, Washington Group International.   http://www.wgint.com

"Even as a junior company without operating mines, we are strong supporters of NWMA. Originally a regional organization, NWMA has grown into a national, vibrant role serving producers and explorers alike. It fills a void left by state and other national mining organizations that tend to cater to the larger producers. We would urge all those exploring in the United States to become a member." Dr. Anthony P. Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer, Gold Summit Corporation   http://www.goldsummitcorp.com