By Ian Wesley, basecamp staff
Posted on January 16
A big day today and spirits were high. After a prolonged packing session the Ice Team are out on the ice for their first mini expedition together.
They left with sleds packed high and bristling with antennas.
The last few day have seen each of the team members going over their roles within the group – Ann navigating, Pen science and Martin photography.
Their intention is to run through their daily routines (setting up camp, navigation, Polar Bear watch, etc) and test their new cold weather clothing.
They will also be using the entire technology package as they will be in the field - at -30C and after an exhausting day of sledge-hauling.
The high tides, caused by the recent full moon have broken up the ice along the Cape.
The team will practice their open water drills in these newly opened leads.
- Taken from the blog at www.catlinarcticsurvey.com
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