The Antarctic winter presents numerous challenges. Some of these challenges make the project more difficult, such as minimal access to spare parts and repair materials. Other challenges are tough for people, such as 24 hour darkness, constant work, and isolation. We are completely cut off from the outside world, with no mail or fresh produce… Read More

In a normal winter, we see increased clouds in April and May, with the clearest months being June and July. The last few years, the lidar team has been able to collect the most data in July. Unfortunately, we’ve been experiencing surprisingly poor weather for July. We’ve had multiple condition 1 (shelter in place) storms… Read More

2026 marks a very special year for the 4th of July because it marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations were heightened all over the US and McMurdo was no exception. In traditional fashion, the fourth included a delicious barbecue spread made by the wonderful people of the galley, as well as lots… Read More