Approach Resources Inc. (NASDAQ: AREX) today announced that the Company will participate in the BMO Capital Markets 9th Annual Unconventional Resource Conference in New York, New York, on Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at 1:45 PM ET. The presentation for the event will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website, www.approachresources.com. Additionally, the live presentation will be webcast and accessible through the Company's website.

Approach Resources Inc. is an independent oil and gas company with core operations, production and reserves located in the Permian Basin in West Texas. The Company targets multiple oil and liquids-rich formations in the Permian Basin, where the Company operates approximately 142,000 net acres. The Company's estimated proved reserves as of June 30, 2011, total 66.8 million Boe, comprised of 55% oil and NGLs and 45% natural gas. For more information about the Company, please visit www.approachresources.com. Please note that the Company routinely posts important information about the Company under the Investor Relations section of its website.

Approach Resources Inc.
Megan P. Hays, 817.989.9000
Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications