For those of you in GST, I highly recommend you spend some time looking at this website: http://www.chaparralenergy.com/
Chaparral Energy is a large private company with an outstanding reputation in Oklahoma.
Chaparral is a testament to American entrepreneurialism — the freedom to succeed. Our story is one that embodies innovation, resourcefulness, creativity, financial responsibility and loyalty to the communities in which we operate.
Co-founded almost 30 years ago by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mark Fischer, Chaparral is a privately owned company that has grown to become a major player in the Mid-Continent region, with more than 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent (Boe) and approximately 480 employees. And while energy companies are nothing new in Oklahoma, we have set ourselves apart through an entrepreneurial spirit and a determination to explore new avenues for growth.
Chaparral is getting very good well results just to the northeast of Gastar and Newfield (NFX) is having good success just to the southwest of Gastar. Both companies could EASILY take control of Gastar. Frankly, I am surprised they haven't made a move already.