Exploration Camps

Exploration programs require infrastructure that can keep pace with your project. Alaska Structures^® exploration camps utilize pre-engineered fabric buildings designed for rapid deployment, relocation, and reliable performance in remote environments. From early-stage prospecting to active drill programs, our camp systems support efficient field operations anywhere in the world.

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Exploration Camps for Remote Field Operations

Exploration camps from Alaska Structures^® are engineered to support mineral exploration, geotechnical investigations, and resource assessment programs in remote and undeveloped locations. These camps are typically deployed for short- to mid-term durations and must adapt quickly as exploration targets shift and project phases evolve.

Unlike permanent or long-term camp systems, exploration camps are designed with mobility and efficiency in mind. Pre-engineered fabric buildings allow for compact transport, rapid setup, and efficient takedown, enabling crews to relocate quickly without sacrificing performance or safety. For highly mobile operations, Alaska Structures^® offers expeditionary shelters such as the Alaska XPL Series™, capable of being set up in less than 15 minutes (depending on shelter size), allowing teams to rapidly establish and relocate field infrastructure as needed.

Exploration camps are used worldwide across a wide range of environments, including Arctic regions, deserts, tropical climates, mountainous terrain, and remote wilderness areas. Building systems can be configured for insulation, heating, cooling, and elevated flooring to ensure reliable operation and crew comfort in any environment.

Exploration camp on Banks Island, Northwest Territories, Canada, supporting remote mineral exploration operations. The camp features SQ Series™ and GB Series™ pre-engineered fabric buildings from Alaska Structures^®, providing durable, rapidly deployable infrastructure for workforce housing, operations, and support facilities in Arctic conditions.

Photo courtesy of Discovery Mining Services.

Benefits of Fly-In Camps from Alaska Structures^®

Rapid Deployment and Relocation

Exploration camps are designed for fast setup and efficient takedown, allowing teams to mobilize quickly and relocate as exploration programs evolve.

Engineered for Remote and Harsh Environments

Pre-engineered fabric buildings are designed to meet required wind and snow loads, providing dependable shelter in diverse and changing field conditions.

Lightweight and Efficient Transport

Building systems are designed for compact shipping and can be transported via truck, aircraft, or helicopter to remote exploration sites.

Flexible Configurations for Field Operations

Exploration camps can be configured to support drilling programs, geological teams, and survey crews with mission-specific facilities.

Energy-Efficient and Climate-Controlled

Insulated systems, heaters, and environmental control solutions maintain comfortable working and living conditions in remote environments.

Low-Impact Installation for Sensitive Sites

Minimal foundation requirements allow for deployment in environmentally sensitive areas with reduced site disturbance.

Example Facilities in an Exploration Camp

Exploration camps are designed to support both field operations and crew accommodations while maintaining a compact, mobile footprint. Facilities are configured to maximize efficiency and support day-to-day exploration activities in remote environments.

Typical exploration camp components may include:

Workforce sleeping quarters for field crews and supervisors
Combined kitchen and dining facilities
Field offices for geology, mapping, and reporting
Drill tents and enclosures for active drilling operations
Core logging, sampling, and storage facilities
Temporary laboratory and assay preparation areas
Equipment storage and staging structures
Communication and data collection buildings
Power generation and fuel storage systems
Water storage and basic utility infrastructure

Exploration camps from Alaska Structures^® can be deployed on uneven terrain and remote sites using modular flooring systems such as the CORADEX^® Flooring System, allowing for stable installation while minimizing environmental impact.

Exploration Camps Gallery

An exploration camp in northern Greenland supporting remote mineral exploration activities in Arctic conditions. The camp features GB Series™ pre-engineered fabric buildings from Alaska Structures®, providing durable, rapidly deployable infrastructure for workforce housing and field operations in isolated, logistically challenging environments.

Exploration camp supporting the Cluff Lake Project in the Athabasca Basin, Canada, designed for reliable performance in extreme cold-weather conditions. Featuring GB Series™ fabric buildings from Alaska Structures®, the camp provides insulated, climate-controlled facilities for workforce accommodations and exploration support in remote northern terrain.

An exploration camp operated by Alaska Minerals supports active fieldwork and data collection in a remote environment. The camp features GB Series™ pre-engineered fabric buildings from Alaska Structures®, providing reliable, rapidly deployable facilities for geological teams and exploration crews.

Exploration camp from Alaska Minerals operating in heavy snow conditions, demonstrating the durability and engineered performance of GB Series™ fabric buildings from Alaska Structures®. Designed to withstand extreme weather, these structures provide safe, climate-controlled environments for remote exploration operations.

Exploration camp from Alaska Minerals shown under the aurora borealis, highlighting GB Series™ fabric buildings from Alaska Structures® in remote northern conditions. The camp provides dependable shelter and operational support for exploration crews working in harsh, cold-weather environments.

Interior of a kitchen and dining facility at an exploration camp in the Northwest Territories, Canada, supporting remote workforce operations. The structure features a pre-engineered fabric building from Alaska Structures®, providing a clean, comfortable, and climate-controlled environment for crews working in remote locations. Photo courtesy of Discovery Mining Services.

Interior of a core logging facility at an exploration camp operated by Alaska Minerals, where geological teams analyze and document drill core samples. The core logging facility utilizes a GB Series™ fabric building from Alaska Structures®, providing a controlled environment for accurate data collection and sample evaluation.

Interior of a mine dry facility and locker room at an exploration camp in northern Canada, supporting workforce safety and daily operations. The structure features a pre-engineered fabric building from Alaska Structures®, providing a durable, climate-controlled space for gear storage, drying, and crew readiness. Photo courtesy of Discovery Mining Services.

Field office at an exploration camp supporting remote geological and survey operations. The structure features a GB Series™ pre-engineered fabric building from Alaska Structures®, providing a durable, rapidly deployable workspace for field coordination, data analysis, and project management in rugged terrain.

Request Information About Exploration Camps

Exploration programs require infrastructure that can adapt quickly to changing field conditions and project demands. Alaska Structures^® works with exploration companies and contractors to develop camp solutions tailored to location, logistics, and operational requirements.

Contact Alaska Structures^® to discuss your exploration camp requirements and explore a solution tailored to your project by completing the online contact form below.