Stone Energy Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, exploitation, development, and operation of oil and gas properties in the Gulf of Mexico and the Appalachia region. The mission of Stone Energy Corporation is to provide our shareholders with superior rates of return through consistently profitable operations and prudent management of the risks inherent to the oil and gas industry while fostering a corporate character of business integrity, creativity, technical excellence, employee involvement, environmental awareness and community service.