HuntMountain Appoints Vice President of Corporate Development

(Spokane, Wash.) HuntMountain Resources (OTCBB: HNTM) has announced the appointment of Steve Taylor to the position of Vice President of Corporate Development. Mr. Taylor has ten years of extensive experience in public affairs, marketing, and administration within the public and private sectors, and was previously HuntMountain�s Director of Investor Relations from 2005 � 2006. Most recently, he was Government Affairs Director for the Spokane Home Builders Association, and he served six years on the congressional and campaign staff of U.S. Rep. George Nethercutt in Spokane.

� I am pleased to welcome Steve Taylor back to the HuntMountain team,� said President and Chairman Tim Hunt. "Steve played an integral role in the Company�s formation three years ago and his dynamic leadership will greatly enhance the communication of our story to the broader investment community. We are committed to building shareholder value by developing the advanced-stage La Josefina gold and silver project in Santa Cruz, Argentina and establishing a top-notch management team with professionals like Steve Taylor to effectively meet the Company�s aggressive goals. �

Mr. Taylor graduated from Eastern Washington University with both a Masters Degree in Public Administration in 2007 and B.A. in Finance and Economics (Summa Cum Laude) in 2000. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and has served as a member of the Spokane Valley, Washington City Council since 2002. His appointment was effective June 9th, 2008.

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:
Steve Taylor, Vice President of Corporate Development
HuntMountain Resources
(509) 892-5287 phone (509) 893-5318 fax
staylor@huntmountain.com
www.huntmountain.com