As another field season gets underway, I wanted to take a moment and thank the folks that have made this all possible. First, I would like to thank Dr. Peter Doran; it is an honor to be part of your research team. Next, a huge thank you to PolarTREC; your dedication to bring cutting edge research to students throughout the world is an inspiring undertaking! I am grateful for the opportunity to be a representative teacher for your program. I would also like to thank the Rye school district for your continued support for my participation in this research opportunity! Sheila - well.... just thank you for everything! Thanks to Atlantic Aquasport for assisting me with my new dry suit. Another thank you goes out to my professor and classmates at UNH for your willingness to work with me through this unusual circumstance! Finally, an enormous "Thank You" to all my family and friends who continue to be supportive of this grand adventure! I'll see you all soon!

So - come on along!
Let's go to "The Ice"!

Thanks to Jeff Peneston, this flag, drawn by Sophia, will be flown over the Oden on its voyage to Antarctica!

This flag, drawn by Giselle will be flown under the Antarctic Ice on ScubadoobaDoo (our robot!)

All packed and ready to go!

An Antarctic map signed by all the students at Rye Junior High! What a great send off - thanks everyone!

Chat with you all "Down South"!

You can also check out journals and pictures from my previous field seasons at:
http://www.ryejrhigh.org/ellwood