March 5, 2008
Press Release 08-04

HuntMountain Resources Announces Appointment of James A. Sabala to President

(SPOKANE, Wash.) HuntMountain Resources Ltd. (OTCBB: HNTM) announces the appointment of James A. Sabala to the position of President. Mr. Sabala has 25+ years of professional experience in the mining industry. He served from January, 2003, to March, 2008, as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Coeur d’Alene Mines Corporation (NYSE:CDE, TSX:CDM, ASX:CXC). Prior to that, he served as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Stillwater Mining Company (NYSE:SWC) from 1998 to 2003. From 1981 to 1998 Mr. Sabala was employed by Coeur in a variety of capacities including Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and also served on its Board of Directors.

“I am pleased that Mr. Sabala; a highly qualified and respected industry professional, has made the decision to join HuntMountain. I believe it demonstrates to shareholders that we are committed to building a world class organization. We are confident that his experience and leadership will have an immediate impact on the company as we move aggressively forward,” stated Tim Hunt, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Mr. Sabala graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Idaho in 1978. He has also been active in numerous industry and civic organizations including the World Gold Council and the Silver Institute and currently serves on the Advisory Board to the University of Idaho College of Business. His appointment is effective March 24, 2008.

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HuntMountain Resources is a U.S.-based junior exploration company engaged in acquiring,
exploring and developing precious and base metals properties throughout North and South America.

This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted with accuracy, and some of which might not even be anticipated. This news release is neither a prospectus nor an offer to sell securities or stocks in the company. It is intended for informational purposes only.



FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Marc Lipsker, Vice President of Investor Relations
HuntMountain Resources
(509) 892-5287
mlipsker@huntmountain.com
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