Western Star Resources Advances Rowland Tungsten Project with Permitting Consultant and NEPA Process
Western Star Resources has hired KC Harvey Environmental to lead drill-permitting for its Rowland Tungsten Property in Nevada, initiating engagement with the U.S. Forest Service to advance toward Phase 2 drilling.
Western Star Resources Inc. (CSE: WSR) (OTC: WSRIF) (FRA: 4K2) has taken a significant step forward at its 100% owned, past-producing Rowland Tungsten Property in Elko County, Nevada, by engaging KC Harvey Environmental, LLC to lead the drill-permitting process. The company announced on June 3, 2026, that it has also initiated discussions with the Mountain City–Ruby Mountains–Jarbidge Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest to support a Plan of Operations submission.
KC Harvey, a Bozeman, Montana-based environmental consultancy specializing in mining permitting, reclamation, and NEPA support, will prepare and submit a Plan of Operations (USDA Forest Service form FS-2800-5, under 36 CFR 228A) for the company’s proposed Phase 2 drilling program at Rowland. The firm will also assist with the associated National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process. The consultancy’s mining services are led by founder Kevin Harvey, M.Sc., a board-certified professional soil scientist and current President of the American Society of Mining and Reclamation.
Key highlights of the engagement include the commencement of preparation of the Plan of Operations for submission to the U.S. Forest Service, initial engagement with the Jarbidge District Ranger, and parallel advancement of permitting work alongside the ongoing Phase 1 exploration program. The objective is to position the project for drill testing of three confirmed zones of historical tungsten workings. The extensive historical workings already documented at Rowland are expected to support the company’s case that the project area is previously disturbed, which could streamline the NEPA pathway.
Blake Morgan, CEO and President of Western Star, stated, “Engaging KC Harvey and opening dialogue with the Jarbidge District Ranger is the logical next step for Rowland. With Phase 1 field work confirming a materially larger exploration opportunity than the historical record suggested, our priority is to advance permitting in parallel with exploration so we are positioned to drill test the Rowland targets without delay.”
The Plan of Operations is the principal authorization required from the U.S. Forest Service to conduct drilling on National Forest System lands. KC Harvey’s scope includes preparation of the Plan of Operations, supporting environmental baseline and reclamation planning, and coordination of the NEPA review process with the USFS. The company intends to advance the application in parallel with state-level reclamation permitting and the ongoing Phase 1 and Phase 2 exploration programs at Rowland, and will provide further updates upon submission of the Plan of Operations and as the permitting review progresses.
The scientific and technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Jasper Mowatt, MIMMM (Membership No. 0486653) and MAusIMM (Membership No. 3178851), a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
This development is important as it moves Western Star closer to drill testing the Rowland property, which has the potential to define a significant tungsten resource. Tungsten is a critical mineral used in various high-tech and defense applications, and domestic supply is a strategic priority. By engaging an experienced permitting consultant and initiating the NEPA process, the company is de-risking the project and positioning itself for a more efficient path to exploration drilling.