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RISK MANAGEMENT (Details)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2019
RISK MANAGEMENT [Abstract]  
Description of derivative risk management policy The Company's business activities expose it to risks associated with changes in the market price of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids. In addition, the Company's floating rate credit facility exposes it to risks associated with changes in interest rates. As such, future earnings are subject to fluctuation due to changes in the market prices of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids and interest rates. The Company uses derivatives to reduce its risk of volatility in the prices of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids. The Company policies do not permit the use of derivatives for speculative purposes.