In 1972 Mr. Fox started drilling wells in Oklahoma with capital raised from private investors. The company had a high success rate and was able to continue its exploration activities for a long period of time. Production from the wells has continued for much of the past 41 years. Within a few years of the company's formation, Mr. Fox recognized the tremendous opportunity present for drilling contractors because of the boom in domestic oil exploration and founded Fox Drilling Company. more... See more text