2 Hebert clamps securing the end of the Willy transfer hose, waiting for the next reel of hose to be connected.
All posts tagged “Ross Island”
Sun and Wind at Hut Point
A short walk to Hut Point on on Ross Island to watch some of the long sunset.
Filter Change at the Helo Port
Dan in front of a fueling station at the helo port. Spent the day changing filters in the different stations to open the helo port for the summer season.
Constructing the Ice Pier
Workers removing blown snow from a recent con 1 storm off of the ice pier at McMurdo Station, Antarctica.
Back at McMurdo Station
Arrived back here a few weeks ago to begin another season. Staying for a couple of months for WinFly before heading to South Pole station for the summer.
Nathaniel B. Palmer Arrives at McMurdo
Nathaniel B. Palmer arriving at McMurdo Station, docking to the ice pier on January 15, 2023. U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star standing by in the background.
U.S. Coast Guard Ice Breaker at McMurdo
The U.S. Coast Guard Polar Star breaking up ice in the Ross Sea, preparing the way for cargo ships to resupply McMurdo Station.
Supplies in Scott’s Discovery Hut
Boxes of cabin biscuits and other supplies left in the Discovery Hut on Ross Island, Antarctica.
Hatchet in Scott’s Discovery Hut
An old hatchet leaning against a wooden crate in Scott’s Discovery Hut on Ross Island.
Supplies in Scott’s Discovery Hut
Boxes of cabin biscuits and other supplies left in the Discovery Hut on Ross Island, Antarctica.
Special Dog Biscuits
Crates of “special dog biscuits” left in Scott’s Hut near McMurdo station.
Hunter’s Famed Oatmeal – Edinburgh
Boxes of Hunter’s Famed Oatmeal – Edinburgh, inside of Scott’s Discovery hut on Ross Island, Antarctica.