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On Heels of Spur Deal, Tamarack Boosts 2017 Spending +120%
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On the heels of announcing its acquisition of Spur Resources, Tamarack Valley Energy has detailed its 2017 capital program.
Key Points:Capital Budget ($MM): $165
Total Wells Plan to Drill: 129-146 net wells
Spur Asset Drilling: 100 to 110 Viking oil wells are expected to be drilled on the Spur Assets, with approximately 80% in the Consort and Veteran areas Existing Tamarack Asset Drilling: 15 and 17 net wells at Wilson Creek and Alder Flats, up to four net wells at Penny, and between 10 and 15 net wells at RedwaterUnder Tamarack's initial 2017 growth plans, the Company anticipates that it will allocate drilling capital approximately equally between the Spur Assets and existing Tamarack assets. An estimated 100 to 110 Viking oil wells are expected to be drilled on the Spur Assets…
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