Catlin Arctic Survey Newsletter | Issue 02 | April 2010

Catlin Arctic Survey 2010: It's all about the science

Water samples are collected at a purpose-built ‘sampling hole’

The Catlin Arctic Survey is about adventure, endurance, exploration... the list goes on. But, above all, the Catlin Arctic Survey is about science.

Catlin Group Limited sponsors the Survey because we believe we need more scientific facts about potential changes to our environment.

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Explorers battle unusual conditions

Explorer Ann Daniels inches her way across a stretch of extremely thin ice

Whilst the scientists at the Ice Base live and work in relative comfort, at least by Arctic standards, the Catlin Arctic Survey Explorer Team lives on the rough. And, this year conditions are particularly rugged.

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All about Arctic food… and what comes after

Ice Base chef Malin Hiøiseth shows off her freshly baked bread.

The most frequently asked questions about the Catlin Arctic Survey focus on food… and toilets.

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Arctic research requires special equipment

Charlie Paton uses his ‘warm box’ to keep water samples at the correct temperature

The specialised nature of the scientific research conducted by the Catlin Arctic Survey requires special equipment.

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Ice Base mascot plays vital role

Brownie takes a break from her duties

The scientists and staff at the Catlin Arctic Survey Ice Base will work at the base for only several weeks at a time. But one member of the team will be at the base for the full two months. We’re talking about Brownie, the Ice Base canine companion.

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Photographs 1, 3 and 5 from left to right © Catlin Arctic Survey
Photographs 2 and 4 from left to right © Martin Hartley www.martinhartley.com