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noticeably identifiable!



These wonderful animals were definitely interested in use, as they stuck around for 15 minutes


I'd say at least twice the length of the boat

Hopefully, one of the planes which I'd patched a message to, has an aerial picture...]]> Events, Wildlife http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081213-140045 Jim Elliott Sat, 13 Dec 2008 14:00:45 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081129-015209
All is well on station though this season seems to be replicating the summer of Europe where by we have had loads of snow and wind and cloud which has been causing some delays.

I will keep you all posted.]]> http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081129-015209 Jim Elliott Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:52:09 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081126-183218

Matt the Terrestrial Assistant and Johnny the Dive Officer on coxswain familiarisation]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081126-183218 Jim Elliott Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:32:18 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081125-023545

Twin Otter flying over base

]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081125-023545 Jim Elliott Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:35:45 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081124-184024

More snow reminds everyone of winters past…

You just have to grab the moments so I seized an opportunity to get Claire the AFI scientist out to her sample site for some collections of water. She is studying the gases and other elements produced by the phytoplankton in the water.


Claire, an AFI marine chemist, collecting water samples at CTD Site 1 in Ryder Bay.

]]> Activities, Weather http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081124-184024 Jim Elliott Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:40:24 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081122-184433
Both returned to Rothera today with checkout dives off the wharf and Twin Otters returning after delays in Punta Arenas.


John the BC and Ali the marine assistant prepare for their first dive of the season


Ali shows her excitement having waited 8 months to dive


A Twin Otter emerges out of the snow and low cloud having journeyed from Punta Arenas, Chile


The Twin Otter comes into land

]]> News, Activities, Weather http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081122-184433 Jim Elliott Sat, 22 Nov 2008 18:44:33 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-024914

Kapitan Khlebnikov off Rothera

Crispin and I went aboard in the afternoon with a group of winterers and while they were shown around, we gave a little talk to some of the guests. I put on two of my videos for about half an hour (easy!) and funnily enough thought I recognised an old school teacher... didn't get a chance to see.


Adam the FGA looks happy to be getting a closer look


james, Johny Mech and I are lucky enough to carry some kindly donated freshies to shore


Crispin in awe at the size of the bow of the ship


The management await our return at the second set of steps which James and I cut in the morning after the first set has washed out
Thank you to Kara for showing me around.
]]> Events, Activities, Weather http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-024914 Jim Elliott Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:49:14 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081119-185655

James illustrates the size of the steps cut


James at the top of the steps

We knew that the weather was never going to let us get to the islands but the exercise in planning was well-worth it.

]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081119-185655 Jim Elliott Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:56:55 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081116-021221 One such aircraft, a DC3 Basler, has been stuck at Rothera after mechanical issues and today its new engine was being fitted in the Hangar.


A new Turboprop engine ready to be fitted


The Basler is worked on in the warmth and shelter of the Hangar
]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081116-021221 Jim Elliott Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:12:21 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081114-021719

James and Teal the Geologist are dropped off at Killingbeck Island for some rock work


James and Teal make there way onto the island under the stealy eye of a group of nesting Imperial Shags


Antonio and David are all ready and waiting for their pickup at Lagoon Island


Matt the doc is very happy to have a trip out to the islands

]]> Activities, Landscapes http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081114-021719 Jim Elliott Fri, 14 Nov 2008 02:17:19 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081113-022158
A 'Ken Boreks' Twin Otter arrives at Rothera]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081113-022158 Jim Elliott Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:21:58 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081109-184357

Andy the Field Ops Manager, Johnny Bonner and Birgit pose in the sun whilst walking round the point.]]> Activities, Weather http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081109-184357 Jim Elliott Sun, 09 Nov 2008 18:43:57 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081108-104805
The sunsets are wonderful as it sets over Anchorage Island]]> Weather, Landscapes http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081108-104805 Jim Elliott Sat, 08 Nov 2008 10:48:05 GMT http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081027-181607

Al is threatening in the huge JCB 456 with 'big' bucket]]> Activities http://saltwater-support.co.uk/demo/blog/index.php?entry=entry081027-181607 Jim Elliott Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:16:07 GMT