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In the news
Friday, July 16th, 2010The Arboretum Rocks!
Friday, July 9th, 2010
“The Arboretum Rocks!” – a guided walking tour of the Boyce Thompson Arboretum- takes place the fourth Saturday of every month. Led by Ben Henderson, a Resolution Copper geologist, or Professor Steve Semken from ASU, participants learn about the rocks found at the arboretum as well as hear a summary of the geologic history of Arizona.
The primary focus of the walk is the rocks from the Superstition Mountains to the Pinal Mountains. In addition, information on the geologic history of 
Arizona that created the state’s great mineral wealth and brought about a legacy of mining is available.
The tour lasts from 1-2 hours, and questions are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring rocks from their own collection for identification by the tour guide.
For more information please contact the Boyce Thompson Arboretum event line 520.689.2811 or visit their website.
In the News
Friday, June 4th, 2010Miner-Sun-Basin: Resolution CEO/President responds to Inter Tribal Council concerns
Arizona/Silverbelt: Tribal Elder speaks on Resolution
Trueclaim Exploration, Inc. acquires high-grade silver mine in Globe, AZ. Resolution Copper is mentioned as a major mining operation in the area. This article appears in several publications internationally. Below are a few publication links:
Resolution Copper: Resolution Copper scholarship program
Resolution Copper scholarship program
Thursday, May 27th, 2010Resolution Copper is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2010 RCM scholarships. This year, 11 scholarships were awarded to deserving recipients:
Superior High School: Gabriel Serrano, Jose Castellanos, III and Vincent Velasquez
Ray High School: Tyler Gillespie
Hayden High Schoo: Theresa Camille Lopez
Miami High School: Janeane Mancha
Globe High School: Johnathan Hays
San Carlos High School: Francesca Lupe, Derek Salter
Florence High School: Lauren Sainburg
Apache Junction High School: Rafael Carreto
Recipients of the Resolution Copper / Steven L. Besich Leadership Grant were Branden D. Shipley of Globe High School, and Superior High School’s Twila Hernandez.
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- Florence HS recipient Lauren Sainburg and RCM’s Melissa Rabago
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- Francesca Lupe (San Carlos HS) and Lydelle Davies (RCM)
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- Vincent Velasquez, Jose Castellanos, III and Gabriel Serrano of Superior HS
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- Twila Hernandez, leadership grant recipient with Mila Lira and Tina Besich Lopez
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- Derek Salter (San Carlos HS) and Lydelle Davies (RCM)
RCM participates in Earth Day event
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
- Ben Henderson presents to a group of enthusiastic students!
On April 22nd Arizona Trail Association sponsored an Earth Day event for grade K-6 John F. Kennedy Elementary students at the Picket Post Trailhead near Superior. The beautiful backdrop of Picket Post Mountain and the great weather made for a wonderful event. In all, 247 students, 14 teachers and several parents were treated to trail hikes, wildlife and environmental displays and presentations by several local groups and businesses. Making a brief appearance at the event was the ever popular “Smokey the Bear.”
Resolution Copper geologist Ben Henderson, hosted a geology display complete with rocks, posters and a sample of everyday products created using the earth’s natural resources. The display, along with Ben’s presentation on the geology surrounding Superior, proved to be quite popular with students of all ages. Of particular interest to students were Ben’s comments on Picket Post and its volcanic history. Following each presentation students received a Resolution Copper “goodie” bag containing a water bottle, bookmarker, pencils and literature.
In the News
Monday, April 26th, 2010Arizona Republic: Proposed Oak Flat mine requires more scrutiny
Miner-Sun-Basin: The Mining Brief
San Carlos Apache Moccasin: Tribal leaders meet with state legislature
Miner-Sun-Basin: Letter to the editor – Superintendent is doing a good job
In the News
Friday, April 16th, 2010AZ Silver Belt: Senator Kyl meets with Cattle Growers Association
Miner-Sun-Basin: Upcoming school year
AZ Republic: Businesses are divided over tax-hike proposal
Tucson Weekly: Sierra Club update – The great State Park giveaway
Miner-Sun-Basin: Oak flat area has rich, diverse history
Nature Club tours Resolution Copper
Friday, April 9th, 2010
Students discuss reclamation work
The Nature Club (made possible by a partnership between RCM, the Boyce Thompson Arboretum and John F. Kennedy Elementary) this week met at the Resolution Copper site for an overview of the project and the company’s environmental efforts.
Students were hosted by Casey McKeon and Senyssa Manriquez of the Environmental department, and were given a presentation on our reclamation work as well as an opportunity to view plants and rocks found on site. The Nature Club students seemed very interested in the work and shared their own thoughts of why Resolution Copper is in town and what mining is about.
Casey McKeon presents to Nature Club
Afterward, the group were given a tour of the Verde building (Superior’s former hospital now housing our offices) community room… and were excited about the chance to visit the “haunted” hospital.
In the News
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010Miner-Sun-Basin – USDA money available to rural communities and businesses
Miner-Sun-Basin – Show some pride – plan on helping with clean up around Superior this Saturday
Payson Roundup – Thanks to Rep. Kirkpatrick for helping Gila County
In the News
Friday, March 19th, 2010azcentral.com – Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick pushes mine-bill revision
Arizona Silver Belt – Still delayed: Tonto national Forest decision on Resolution
Miner-Sun-Basin – ‘Tradition’ of fun, food festivity renews itself this coming Friday as 2010 AL mining festival kicks off
Indian Country Today – Copper mine opposition grows as Senate land swap bill moves forward
Tucson Weekly – Sacred and profane; A new film examines a critical Arizona mine fight
maricopa360.com – Chairman Snider reports successful meetings with Congress, NACo