31.20 g/t Gold Surface Sample Highlights 12-Kilometer Ontario Target

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Dryden Gold Corp. (DRY:TSXV; DRYGF:OTCQX; X7W:FSE) reported initial results from its 2026 regional exploration field program, including grab samples from its Hyndman Property. Eleven grab samples collected from an exposure at Hyndman returned gold values of up to 31.20 g/t, with additional results of 18.10 g/t, 5.38 g/t, and 1.11 g/t.

Hyndman contains a 12-kilometer by 2.5-kilometer gold-in-till anomaly corridor that closely tracks the interpreted Wabigoon Deformation Zone. The company's previous initial drill campaign at Hyndman intersected gold mineralization in all six holes.

"With grab samples returning up to 31.20 g/t gold, Hyndman continues to be an exciting part of our two-pronged exploration strategy," President Maura Kolb said. "As we continue to advance Gold Rock, our regional program is designed to build a pipeline of compelling exploration targets and make additional discoveries across the district."

The company's fully funded 2026 field program began in May and was anticipated to be completed in the fall. It included regional-scale mapping and sampling, property-wide Heavy Mineral Concentrate sampling, and till substrate sampling over recently staked areas.

The HMC sampling program was approximately 86% complete, with completion scheduled for October 1, 2026. The program followed up on gold-in-till anomalies identified in 2025 and was designed to help trace the responses toward potential bedrock sources. Individual gold grains recovered through HMC analysis were being examined for their shape and characteristics, with those results combined with interpreted glacial transport directions and geological mapping to refine source areas and support target prioritization.

Dryden Gold was also extending its regional till substrate sampling onto newly acquired ground in the Hyndman Extension and Lost Lake area. The work used a consistent sampling approach to build on the existing geochemical dataset and was designed to evaluate potential extensions of known anomalies and identify additional targets across previously unsampled portions of the expanded land package.

The 2026 regional mapping program was advancing geological coverage across priority areas and examining structural and lithological settings for gold mineralization. The work included evaluating rock competency contrasts and structural features, as well as testing structural controls across the Manitou-Dinorwic Deformation Zone. On the eastern side, including Gold Rock, mapping was examining S-shaped parasitic folds, sinistral shear zones, and potential fracturing along fold hinges. On the western side, including Sherridon, the work was evaluating Z-shaped parasitic folds and shear zones interpreted to align with fold axes.

Grab samples are selective and are not necessarily representative of the overall grade of the mineralized zone. Samples from the 2026 program were sent to Activation Laboratories, with preparation and analysis conducted in Thunder Bay. Gold analysis used a 50-gram fire assay with an atomic absorption finish, with over-limit results determined by fire assay with a gravimetric finish.

Gold Holds Above US$4,400 as Weaker Dollar Supports Prices

Trading Economics reported on September 10 that gold had moved above US$4,400 per ounce, extending its advance from the previous session as investors awaited U.S. inflation data for further indications on Federal Reserve policy. A weaker U.S. dollar and demand for gold's long-term hedging role had supported the metal, while higher oil prices and bond yields had provided near-term pressure. Gold had risen 0.58% over the previous month and 21.02% over the previous year.

Trading Economics described gold as "one of the most widely followed precious metals" and said it was "often regarded as a safe-haven asset during periods of economic uncertainty, inflation, and geopolitical risk."

Reuters reported on September 10 that gold had edged higher as the U.S. dollar weakened, with investors awaiting producer and consumer inflation readings for further indications about the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path. UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo said, "A slightly weaker dollar is helping gold, as the yellow metal is most of the time negatively correlated to the greenback, along with global debt concerns that continue to support demand." Reuters also reported that total U.S. debt had surpassed US$40 trillion for the first time during the previous month.

CNBC also reported on September 10 that gold had advanced as the dollar weakened and attention remained on upcoming U.S. inflation data. Marex analyst Edward Meir said, "Gold instead is teeing off on a weaker dollar, which notably is not moving up despite the fact that U.S. rates are going higher."

Daniel Hynes, senior commodities strategist at ANZ, said gold had also been supported "as U.S. fiscal pressures continue to undermine confidence in the long-term value of government debt and the currency used to finance it."

Analyst Raises Price Target Following Exploration Results

In a June 5 research report, Couloir Capital analyst Ron Wortel maintained a Buy rating on Dryden Gold and increased his price target to CA$1.20 per share.

Wortel pointed to drilling across 15 mineralized structures, followed by the discoveries at Sparrow and Buccaneer.

Drilling, Regional Targets, and a CA$17.5 million 2026 Exploration Budget

Dryden Gold's September 2026 investor presentation outlined a CA$17.5 million 2026 funded exploration budget and 45,000 meters of drilling in the 2026 budget. The program allocated CA$10.5 million to Gold Rock for footprint expansion, down-plunge drilling, and the addition of a second drill rig. Approximately CA$5 million had been spent to date on roughly 23,000 meters.

The presentation allocated another CA$2 million to the Gold Rock Camp for Mud Lake drilling and mapping of additional targets, with CA$1 million spent to date on roughly 1,000 meters. At Gold Rock, the company's 2026 plans included accelerating the drill program, and the company has since added a second drill rig. Planning and permitting were also identified for new exploration targets at North Mud Lake and the Walmsley Deformation Zone.

The company's 2026 exploration emphasis included growing the Gold Rock target area on strike and at depth and drill testing at Mud Lake. Its regional discovery work focused on the 12-kilometer by 2.5-kilometer Hyndman anomaly corridor and other follow-up targets identified through the property-wide gold-in-till program.

Regional targets were allocated CA$5 million for drilling at Hyndman and Sherridon and follow-up work on the soil-till program and mapping. Approximately CA$2.5 million had been spent to date on roughly 3,000 meters. The presentation's 2026 timeline showed regional fieldwork beginning in the spring, with Hyndman drilling and Mud Lake drilling positioned later in the program toward the end of 2026.

At Hyndman, the presentation said permitting was underway for a comprehensive exploration program and 2026 drill program. It also stated that the anomaly corridor remained open along strike and that Dryden Gold was expanding its land position by staking an additional 12,000 hectares based on gold-in-till anomalies.

The company's broader regional plans included work on expanded areas at Hyndman and Sherridon, till substrate sampling on new ground, mapping and prospecting of priority target areas, and regional HMC sampling.

The presentation separately identified continued growth of the Gold Rock target area, drilling at Mud Lake to test periodicity on strike in the Gold Rock Camp, drill testing of the Hyndman Granodiorite discovery, further testing of the Sherridon regional target, and review of the property-wide soil-till program with the goal of adding new regional targets among its 2026 catalysts.

Ownership & Share Information¹

Dryden Gold Corp. has a market cap of CA$66.83 million, with 246.22  million shares outstanding. The company's 52-week range is CA$0.20-CA$0.48. Institutions own 12.46% of shares, while Strategic Investors own 10.41%. Management & Insiders own 3.04%, and the remaining 74.09% of shares are held by Retail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Dryden Gold report from the Hyndman Property in Ontario?

Dryden Gold Corp. reported initial results from its 2026 regional exploration field program at the Hyndman Property, including a grab sample containing 31.20 g/t gold. Eleven grab samples from the exposure returned values of up to 31.20 g/t gold, with additional results of 18.10 g/t, 5.38 g/t, and 1.11 g/t.

What was Dryden Gold's highest-grade gold sample at Hyndman?

The highest reported result among the current Hyndman grab samples was 31.20 g/t gold. Grab samples are selective and are not necessarily representative of the overall grade of the mineralized zone.

How large is the Hyndman gold-in-till anomaly?

The Hyndman Property contains a gold-in-till anomaly corridor measuring approximately 12 kilometers by 2.5 kilometers. The corridor closely tracks the interpreted Wabigoon Deformation Zone.

What were the results of Dryden Gold's previous drilling at Hyndman?

Dryden Gold said its initial Hyndman drill campaign intersected gold mineralization in all six holes. The company's 2026 mapping program was designed to translate the broader gold-in-till anomaly corridor into targets for drilling in the fall.

What exploration work is Dryden Gold conducting at Hyndman in 2026?

Dryden Gold's 2026 regional program included geological mapping and sampling, Heavy Mineral Concentrate sampling, and till substrate sampling. The company was also extending till substrate sampling onto newly acquired ground in the Hyndman Extension and Lost Lake area.

When will Dryden Gold complete its 2026 HMC sampling program?

Dryden Gold reported that its Heavy Mineral Concentrate sampling program was approximately 86% complete, with completion scheduled for October 1, 2026. The program followed up on gold-in-till anomalies identified in 2025 and was designed to help trace those responses toward potential bedrock sources.

What is Dryden Gold's 2026 exploration budget?

Dryden Gold's September 2026 investor presentation outlined a CA$17.5 million funded exploration budget for 2026 and 45,000 meters of drilling in the 2026 budget.

How much is Dryden Gold spending on Gold Rock in 2026?

The company allocated CA$10.5 million to Gold Rock for footprint expansion, down-plunge drilling, and the addition of a second drill rig. Approximately CA$3 million had been spent to date on roughly 10,000 meters of drilling. An additional CA$2 million was allocated to the Gold Rock Camp for Mud Lake drilling and mapping of additional targets.

What are Dryden Gold's upcoming 2026 drilling and exploration catalysts?

The company's stated 2026 activities included continued growth of the Gold Rock target area, drilling at Mud Lake, drill testing of the Hyndman Granodiorite discovery, further testing of the Sherridon regional target, and review of the property-wide soil-till program with the goal of adding new regional targets.

What did Couloir Capital analyst Ron Wortel say about Dryden Gold?

In a June 5 report, Couloir Capital analyst Ron Wortel reiterated a Buy rating on Dryden Gold and raised his price target to CA$1.20 per share. Wortel cited drilling across 15 mineralized structures and the subsequent discoveries at Sparrow and Buccaneer.