First Drill Hole Confirms High-Grade Copper Skarn Mineralization at the Birch Project

Core Insights - Yukon Metals Corp. has announced initial results from its 2025 drill program at the Birch Copper-Gold Project, indicating promising copper-gold mineralization [1][3][4] Drill Results - The 2025 drill program at Birch included 1,685 meters of HQ diamond drill core across six holes, with significant findings from Hole BR25-001, which intersected 21.2 meters of 0.30% Cu and high-grade intervals of up to 3.5% CuEq [4][5][7] - The initial drill hole revealed stacked skarn horizons with copper mineralization, extending along a 750-meter strike, and early indications of a porphyry-style source [5][11] - Surface prospecting 2 kilometers south of the drill pad returned high values, including up to 16 g/t Au and 1,825 g/t Ag, coinciding with a large molybdenum soil geochemical anomaly [5][14][16] Geological Context - The Birch project is located within the Yukon-Tanana Terrane, characterized by schist and marble units, and is underlain by a potassium/thorium low in airborne geophysical surveys [23][24] - The geology suggests a broad hydrothermal footprint with multiple mineralizing pulses, indicating potential for significant mineral discoveries [16][19] Community Engagement - Yukon Metals has engaged local First Nation contractors for various services, including drill pad construction and camp services, emphasizing a commitment to local community involvement [25][32] Company Overview - Yukon Metals Corp. is a well-financed exploration company with a portfolio of 17 projects covering over 43,000 hectares, focusing on copper, gold, silver, and critical metals [32][34]