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Training and preparation for Antarctic field work
Soon after arriving at Scott Base, we had dinner and were briefed about the base. The next few days involved long (12-14 hour) days of Antarctic Field Training (AFT), as well as science and camp preparation. This started with an … Continue reading
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Tagged Antarctica, base, camping, equipment, Erebus, research station, science, Scott Base, survival, training
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Camp gossip
Having recently returned from the field, I thought I’d share some goings on from camping in Antarctica. Each of our camps were set-up the same. We had our main Polar Pyramid tent (for communal morning and evening cooking and warmth), … Continue reading
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Tagged Antarctica, base, camp, camping, glacier, ice sheet, life, Mackay Glacier, New Zealand Prime Minister, survival, tents, Twin Otter
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“There are no foreign lands. It is the traveller only who is foreign.”
I’ve landed in Antarctica, albeit 2 days late, and it’s a very pleasant -3 degrees C (with wind chill)! It might be Summer but this is warm. The sea ice runway which I landed on last year in the C17 is … Continue reading
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Tagged Antarctica, base, equipment, life, Mackay Glacier, Ross Island, science, Scott Base, survival, training
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And onto the ice sheet I go…
The last few days have been knackering, but enjoyable. All the equipment has been tested, we’ve made the last of the logistical arrangements and we have completed the necessary survival training. Our practice camp was a beautiful success, pitched on … Continue reading
