Apollo Silver Meets Top County Leaders at San Bernardino County Forum

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Apollo Silver (OTCQB:APGOD) participated in a San Bernardino County industry luncheon on Sept 30, 2025 with County leaders to discuss responsible mining and regional economic development.

San Bernardino County hosts over 90 active mine sites and has had US$60 billion of mineral reserves permitted in the last 15 years. Apollo Silver highlighted its Calico Project near Barstow, a large undeveloped primary silver asset with barite and zinc, located largely on private land with vested mining rights. The company said Calico may benefit from silver’s inclusion on the U.S. draft 2025 Critical Minerals List and emphasized ongoing engagement with county officials to advance permitting and development.

Highlights Ongoing Support for Responsible Mining Development

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo Silver” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO, OTCQB:APGOD, Frankfurt:6ZF) is pleased to announce that it was invited to participate in an industry luncheon with the San Bernardino County’s (the “County”) new Land Use Director, Miguel Figueroa, on September 30, 2025. The event was hosted by County Chair Dawn Rowe, and former Chairman Robert Lovingood, and brought together County and industry leaders to highlight the importance of mining as a driver of economic growth and innovation in the County.

With over 90 active mine sites, the County is recognized as California’s largest mining jurisdiction, with a long history of contributing to the state and national supply of silver and critical minerals, where US$60 billion of mineral reserves have been permitted in the last 15 years. The County’s leadership continues to demonstrate strong support for responsible mineral development, underscoring mining’s role in job creation, infrastructure, and investment.

"Our participation reflects Apollo Silver’s commitment to building strong relationships with local communities and San Bernardino County officials, as we advance the Calico Project in the historic Calico Mining District," said Ross McElroy, President & CEO of Apollo Silver. "The County’s formal presentation highlighted the significant role the mining sector plays in supporting the local work force and economy, reaffirming that San Bernardino is open for business. We look forward to continued engagement with the County and contributing to its proud mining legacy."

Situated near the town of Barstow, in San Bernardino County, Apollo Silver’s Calico Project builds on a proud mining legacy that once generated the equivalent of more than $2 billion in today’s dollars from silver and borax from the historic Calico mine. Today, Calico stands out as one of America’s most significant undeveloped primary silver projects and has the added benefit of being well endowed with barite and zinc, both important critical minerals. Notably, silver is included on the U.S. draft 2025 Critical Minerals List. The presence of these critical minerals enhances Calico’s strategic position in the permitting process. Additionally, the project is located largely on private land with vested mining rights, providing potential to further streamline its development.

ABOUT APOLLO SILVER CORP.

Apollo Silver is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the U.S. The Calico Project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite and zinc credits – recognized as critical minerals essential to the US energy, industrial and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy
President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com

Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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FAQ

What did Apollo Silver (APGOD) announce about the Sept 30, 2025 San Bernardino County meeting?

Apollo Silver said it attended a Sept 30, 2025 industry luncheon with county leaders to discuss responsible mining and the Calico Project near Barstow.

How does the Calico Project (APGOD) benefit from being on private land with vested mining rights?

Apollo Silver noted Calico is largely on private land with vested mining rights, which could help streamline permitting and development timelines.

Why is San Bernardino County important for Apollo Silver (APGOD)?

San Bernardino is California’s largest mining jurisdiction, with over 90 active mine sites and US$60 billion of permitted mineral reserves in the last 15 years.

Does Apollo Silver (APGOD) expect Calico to gain from the U.S. draft 2025 Critical Minerals List?

The company said silver’s inclusion on the U.S. draft 2025 Critical Minerals List enhances Calico’s strategic position in the permitting process.

What minerals does the Calico Project (APGOD) contain besides silver?

Apollo Silver reported Calico is also well endowed with barite and zinc, both described as important critical minerals.

How is Apollo Silver (APGOD) positioning itself with local officials after the Sept 30, 2025 event?

Apollo Silver stated it will continue engagement with San Bernardino County officials to support responsible mineral development and advance the Calico Project.