Athena Gold Corp. acquires historic Blue Dick Mine in Nevada, expanding Excelsior Springs Project.

Athena Gold Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire the historic Blue Dick Mine in Nevada, expanding its flagship Excelsior Springs Project. The Blue Dick Mine, discovered in the 1870s, was reported as a high-grade producer of silver, gold, and base metals. The acquisition adds 89 hectares (220 acres) to the Excelsior Springs Project, increasing its total size to 1,675 hectares (4,140 acres).