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February 23, 2011                                                                                          TSXV: AMK

Raymond, Alberta…American Creek Resources Ltd. (the “Corporation”) today announced that Darcy Heggie has been appointed a Director of the Corporation and will serve on the Corporation’s Audit Committee.

 Mr. Heggie returns as a Director of the Corporation after completing the successful launch of a new venture and pursuing other business interests.  Heggie has a BSc. from Utah State University and an M.B.A. from Syracuse University and brings with him an extensive and varied business background which includes administrative management, sales, and a proven ability to secure significant venture capital.  Mr. Heggie is a Director and Project Manager of Transmark Ltd., the largest private high-throughput rail-trans loading facility in western Canada and is Founder, Chairman, and President of Lethbridge Inland Terminal Ltd., a $24 million modern commodities terminal that opened in 2008.  He also serves on the management committee of the UFA-LIT Joint Venture Crop Nutrition Facility.

Allan Burton, Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation stated:  “We are very pleased to welcome Darcy back to the American Creek Board and we look forward to his contributions as the company grows and moves forward.  His business experience, contacts and successful track record will be a great asset to the company.”

Mr. Heggie’s appointment is subject to approval from the TSX-Venture Exchange.

The Corporation also announces that Ayub Umarji has resigned from the Board.  The Corporation wishes to thank Mr. Umarji for his valuable past contribution and service and wishes him all the best in his other business pursuits.

 American Creek Resources Ltd. is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration and development of gold and silver deposits within the Province of British Columbia, Canada. 

For further information please contact:  Darren R. Blaney, Chief Operating Officer, Tel: (403) 752-4040; fax (403) 752-4020 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Information relating to the Corporation is available on its website at www.americancreek.com.

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