We're doing #7DaysOfFieldWork? You already know I'm in!
For day one, here's me on the @JuneauIcefield in 2017. Cross-country skiing is one of the more efficient methods of glacier locomotion, and sleds are a great way to transport seismometers for deployment and pickup!
For day one, here's me on the @JuneauIcefield in 2017. Cross-country skiing is one of the more efficient methods of glacier locomotion, and sleds are a great way to transport seismometers for deployment and pickup!
@JuneauIcefield Day two of #7DaysOfFieldWork!
Here's a tiny moulin on Taku glacier. Moulins are vertical shafts in glaciers that can fill with water and drain into a glacier's internal hydrology. We skied by this one several times over a week last summer; the water level changed each time!
Here's a tiny moulin on Taku glacier. Moulins are vertical shafts in glaciers that can fill with water and drain into a glacier's internal hydrology. We skied by this one several times over a week last summer; the water level changed each time!
@JuneauIcefield Let's talk safety for #7DaysOfFieldWork day three!
There are hazards on a glacier, so it's important to be prepared. In crevassed areas, we rope together with climbing harnesses so the team can help in case of a fall. Check out the fashionable helmets, sunglasses, & axes, too!
There are hazards on a glacier, so it's important to be prepared. In crevassed areas, we rope together with climbing harnesses so the team can help in case of a fall. Check out the fashionable helmets, sunglasses, & axes, too!
@JuneauIcefield Day four of #7DaysOfFieldWork!
The helicopter ride to my 2019 field site had some wild views! 🚁 This is an icefall, which is like a very slow waterfall. The arc-shaped bands at the base are ogives; they come from the difference in seasonal speed of the glacier.
The helicopter ride to my 2019 field site had some wild views! 🚁 This is an icefall, which is like a very slow waterfall. The arc-shaped bands at the base are ogives; they come from the difference in seasonal speed of the glacier.
Day five of my #7DaysOfFieldWork is also #FieldWorkFriday!
As the sun sets on your work week, check out this sunset from Taku glacier last summer. Due to Alaska's high latitude, sunsets and sunrises last a LONG time! 🌅
As the sun sets on your work week, check out this sunset from Taku glacier last summer. Due to Alaska's high latitude, sunsets and sunrises last a LONG time! 🌅
For #7DaysOfFieldWork day six, let's talk weather.
On a clear day, this would be a lovely glacier vista, but SE Alaska is stingy with clear days. Low clouds on the mountains means being on the ice looks like being inside of a ping-pong ball: a smooth white in every direction.
On a clear day, this would be a lovely glacier vista, but SE Alaska is stingy with clear days. Low clouds on the mountains means being on the ice looks like being inside of a ping-pong ball: a smooth white in every direction.
That's a wrap for #7DaysOfFieldWork!
Remember as you see happy field pics (like this one) that it isn't all fun times and scenic views; it's hard work that can be stressful and hazardous. At the end of the day, though, I'm glad to have the privilege of working in amazing places.
Remember as you see happy field pics (like this one) that it isn't all fun times and scenic views; it's hard work that can be stressful and hazardous. At the end of the day, though, I'm glad to have the privilege of working in amazing places.
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