Our GIS expertise extends beyond traditional energy sectors. We provide data-driven spatial solutions to help diverse industries make smarter decisions. Explore how our technology can be applied to your field.
Why ChoraQuest?
Unmatched Expertise
Our team comprises seasoned landmen and GIS professionals with decades of experience in navigating complex regulatory and title landscapes. We bring a depth of knowledge that ensures accuracy and protects your interests.
Technology-Driven
We leverage cutting-edge GIS technology and data analysis tools to deliver insights that go beyond traditional land services. Our approach provides clarity, improves efficiency, and drives better project outcomes.
Client-Centric Partnership
We see ourselves as an extension of your team. We prioritize clear communication, tailor our services to your specific needs, and are committed to delivering results on time and on budget.
GIS Mapping & Data Analysis
ChoraQuest empowers mining and energy teams with high-resolution GIS maps, 3D terrain models, and spatial analytics. Whether you're scouting a new claim or optimizing existing operations, our data-driven insights reduce risk and guide investment decisions.
Discover
Every successful mining project begins with a discovery. When your geologist identifies a mineral target, ChoraQuest steps in to support the next move. Our geospatial team provides terrain analysis, mineral potential overlays, and strategic boundary assessments that give you the intelligence to validate, map, and advance the discovery with precision and speed.
Capture
Once a discovery is made, securing land is critical. ChoraQuest offers end-to-end capture services, including land status analysis, mineral rights verification, and complete staking packages tailored to your area of interest. We ensure your claims are accurately mapped, properly filed, and strategically positioned to support long-term project viability.
Operate
Your captured assets are only as valuable as your ability to operate them effectively. ChoraQuest provides GIS-powered dashboards and monitoring tools that help you stay compliant with regulatory requirements, expand your footprint, and detect third-party activity near your assets. With our ongoing support, you can manage your mineral portfolio with confidence and agility.
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Specializing in the delivery of high-precision GIS mapping and spatial analytics tailored to the mining and energy sectors. From claim boundaries and leasehold visualizations to topographic overlays and proximity modeling, our maps are designed to support decision-making, compliance, and exploration strategies. Whether you're assessing mineral potential, tracking surface use, or building data-driven reports, our mapping solutions turn complex land data into actionable insight.
Deliverables may include:
Project maps displaying an overview of client assets and third-party proximity.
Georeferenced PDF map books for field and regulatory use
Shapefiles, KMZ, and geodatabase files for integration with your systems
Topographic and hydrology overlays for environmental planning
Surface use and infrastructure mapping (roads, power lines, pipelines)
Basemap development and cartographic styling to match your brand
Title Research & Due Diligence
Our integrated service ensures you fully understand the legal ownership and encumbrance status of target parcels before you invest, providing critical insights to de-risk acquisitions and verify asset value.
By partnering with us, you gain confidence that your project rests on a rock‐solid title foundation—so you can move forward quicker, with fewer surprises and a clear, data-driven picture to support your most critical investment decisions.
Title Chain Investigation
Full Ownership Verification
We trace every deed, lease, assignment, and change of ownership back to the original grant to confirm you have clear mineral rights. Our process includes Historical Deed Research, Assignment Tracking, and Heirship & Chain Break Analysis.
Lien & Encumbrance Search
Our team searches for recorded mortgages, judgments, tax liens, and back‐in rights that could restrict or strip mineral ownership, including Judicial Liens, Tax Liens, and Royalty Obligations.
Due Diligence for Acquisitions
Comprehensive Risk Assessment
We identify and analyze potential risks related to title defects, regulatory compliance, environmental liabilities, and operational constraints that could impact asset value and future development.
Financial & Operational Analysis
Our team verifies production history, lease operating statements, and revenue streams. We assess existing agreements, contracts, and permits to provide a complete financial and operational overview.
Transactional Support
We assist in preparing and reviewing curative documents, drafting acquisition reports, and ensuring all land-related data is organized and ready for a seamless transition post-closing.
How You Benefit
Eliminate Legal Surprises: Early identification of title and acquisition risks saves tens (or hundreds) of thousands in remedial costs.
Accelerate Due Diligence: Our GIS‐driven workflows compress weeks of manual record checks into a few days.
Improve Investment Confidence: Lenders and JV partners trust robust reports, leading to better financing terms.
Streamline Transaction Closures: Ready-to-sign curative documents mean faster closings and fewer last-minute delays.
Land Status & Claim Staking
Delivering complete land status intelligence and rapid staking documentation to support efficient mineral acquisition. Whether you're evaluating new ground or locking in large-scale blocks, our services combine spatial precision, regulatory compliance, and lightning-fast document production.
Know Before You Go!
Conducting complete land status research before staking is a critical step that can significantly impact the success and legality of mining operations. Understanding the legal framework ensures that miners adhere to regulations, avoid potential disputes, and protect their investments.
Why is Land Status Research Critical?
Legal Compliance
Federal lands are governed by a complex set of regulations. Ensuring compliance with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act and other legislation is paramount to avoid penalties or claims of trespass.
Avoiding Conflicts
Thorough research minimizes the risk of staking claims in areas that are already claimed, leased, or designated for other uses, such as conservation or recreation. Conflicts with existing rights can lead to costly legal battles and project delays.
Environmental Considerations
Many federal lands are subject to environmental protection regulations. Land status research allows miners to assess whether additional permits are required and to understand their environmental responsibilities.
Protecting Financial Investment
Staking a mining claim involves financial resources. Thorough research helps ensure that these investments are secure, enhancing the chances of sustainable profitability.
Deliverables may include:
Land status maps with federal surface and mineral ownership overlays
Master Title Plat and LR2000 overlays for federal lands
Staking maps with claim block layouts and monument positions
GPX files for GPS field navigation
Coordinates spreadsheets for each claim corner
Jurisdiction-compliant location certificates.
Corner cards prepared for monumenting and filing
Custom GIS Tool & App Development
Go beyond standard software with bespoke GIS solutions tailored to your specific operational needs. We design and build custom tools, automations, and applications that integrate seamlessly with your workflow.
When off-the-shelf software doesn't fit, we build solutions that do. From automating repetitive tasks to creating powerful field apps, our development services give you a competitive edge.
Our Development Capabilities
Custom Claim Staking Tools
We have built proprietary tools that can generate location certificates and staking documents for any number of claims in seconds, streamlining the acquisition workflow and removing critical bottlenecks.
Claim Activity Analytics
Currently in development, our upcoming analytics platform will monitor and analyze claim activity, providing you with unprecedented insights into competitor movements and regional trends.
Mobile Field Apps
Empower your field teams with custom mobile applications for data collection, site verification, and real-time reporting, all integrated with your central GIS database.
Unlock New Efficiencies
Automate Repetitive Tasks: Save hundreds of man-hours by automating data processing, map generation, and report creation.
Gain Actionable Insights: Leverage custom analytics to make faster, more informed decisions about your assets and the market.
Improve Data Accuracy: Reduce human error with streamlined data collection and validation workflows.
Integrate Your Systems: Connect your GIS data with other business systems for a single source of truth.
Let's Discuss Your Project
Ready to leverage expert land services and advanced GIS for your next project? Reach out to us for a no-obligation consultation.
