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After moving 25 people ashore to get the ball rolling, we used the helicopters to sling load 4.212 tonne of cargo ashore, plus themselves, and then recommenced ice breaking. After some very "hard yards" the ship attained its current "anchorage" (no anchors involved) at 0203 hours this morning. Suddenly it was all quiet...
This morning has seen the brow positioned at the CTD door for access to the fast ice, and the smaller ice brow from the 'tween decks positioned to allow access to the cargo holds. Inspection has been made of what will become our work surface for the next few days, with minor cracks being identified for ongoing monitoring. Fast ice is 1.71m thick on average, and in very good condition.
The snow groomer has been busy all morning (thanks Jenn), and our cargo lay down area is ready for action. All personnel have been or are about to be transferred ashore for station and vehicle inductions, with a resupply briefing penciled in for early afternoon.
Local Adelie penguins are displaying a keen interest in proceedings.
Regards Doug & Misty
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A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.