Drilling Services

Core Drilling & Remote Access Programs

Services Designed for Complex Geology and Remote Access

SCION Drilling delivers high-performance core drilling services across the USA, specializing in HQ, NQ, and PQ recovery programs for mineral exploration teams. Our field crews are MSHA-certified and trained to operate safely and efficiently in remote, sensitive terrain.

SCION’s core and RC programs are purpose-built for geologically complex environments across the Western USA. Our crews understand that clean recovery, structural integrity, and responsive logistics aren’t just technical goals; they’re the foundation of modeling, resource definition, and next-stage investment.

Diamond Core Drilling - Reliable Recovery at Every Depth

Our teams specialize in HQ, NQ, and PQ diamond core drilling. From shallow scout holes to directional deep-hole programs, we deliver the structural confidence needed for modeling and resource estimation.

  • Wireline core recovery in excess of 98%

  • HQ/NQ collar transitions for resource and geotech integration

  • Deep-hole capability exceeding 6,560+ ft (~2,000+m) where required

  • Structural and oriented core logging support available

Our core drilling services USA programs are designed to meet the performance, safety, and compliance needs of modern exploration teams.

Looking for reliable core recovery and transparent reporting? Let's talk Core

High-integrity HQ drill core with minimal loss and strong structural control
Oriented core with clean breaks and consistent recovery through competent geology
Core drilling rig operating in dense forest at sunrise with worker on rig platform
Sunrise over SCION’s modular core rig operating in remote forest terrain with clean pad control
Drill core exhibiting structural transitions and competency changes
Structural transitions in HQ core reflecting changing ground conditions

Reverse Circulation (RC) Drilling - Fast, Efficient, Pre-Collars

We provide RC pre-collar and geochemical drilling services with rapid mobilization and efficient turnaround — ideal for oxide targeting, geochemical screening, and early-stage greenfields exploration.

  • High penetration rates for broad geochem coverage
  • Modular rig and air compressor packages ready for fast dispatch
  • Low-impact setup minimizes surface disturbance and site prep requirements
RC drill rig operating on a snow-covered pad in South Dakota with crew member managing sample bags
Remote RC drilling in sub-zero conditions with tracked support and efficient sample management
RC drill rig operating on a remote pad in Wyoming with field crew managing collar setup
SCION crew conducting RC drilling in rugged Wyoming terrain with minimal disturbance setup

Remote & Sensitive Site Access

Access matters. We operate tracked and heli-portable diamond core rigs, which are built for low-impact deployment. Our modular setups can be mobilized by air, skids, or compact tracked carriers.

  • Fully modular setups for narrow access
  • Low ground pressure tracked support
  • Helicopter-ready components
  • Closed-loop fluid management for minimal impact
Paramount centrifuge and fluid control system in operation on forested drill pad.
Clean site setup with Paramount centrifuge supporting low-impact drilling in forested terrain

Our Fleet & Field Advantage

 

Rig Type

Capability

Notes

Core Rigs (HQ/NQ/PQ)

Deep-hole wireline + oriented core

Based in Nevada + Wyoming

RC Rigs

Fast pre-collar, shallow geochem

Available for copper, lithium, and REE targets

Modular/Tracked Rigs

Steep terrain and remote pads, Winterised Rigs available

Minimal surface disturbance

Support Equipment

Water trucks, fuel trailers, containment, Starlink Communications, Centrifuge systems, Onsite Offices

All MSHA-compliant, zero-harm culture

Real World Performance

“They handled steep slope access and collar transitions like a crew that had worked this terrain a dozen times before. Everything stayed on spec, on schedule.” – Nate – Mine Manager – Longview Minerals LLC

Ready to talk about your next drilling program?

Let's build your program with precision and performance front of mind.

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