8. How thick is the hull on an ice breaker?  How thick is the ice that the ship must break?

From Mr. Harger himself 

7. What happens if you get sick or hurt?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes 

6. Do you have a washing machine on board?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes 

5. Do you ever use explosives to make holes in the ice?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes 

4. Do animals "attack" or otherwise bother your equipment when you are not there?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes 

3. How do you test the ice thickness before you go out on it (and land the helicopter) to be sure it is thick enough?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes

2. If ice floats because it is lighter (less dense) than water, why is there ice under the water in some pictures?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes 

How can you tell who is who when everyone is wearing all that extreme weather gear?

From one of Mr. Harger's classes

Hi Gerty!

I liked your journal about the film. I suggest both reading and then seeing, Into the Wild. Just another interesting view of the northern latitudes. I also have a book that that will be interesting...but I have to email you that title since I can't remember it right now! I actually have a book in my office that would be great reading for all the teachers, called, "Polar Reaches: The History of Arctic and Antarctic Expeditions", by Richard Sale. I got it at the used book store in town.

Are your students going to view any of these movies or read any of these books? I think that would be an interesting way to get students involved in preparing for your adventure and a way to incorporate literature. Just wondering...maybe have one class be a "movie" day? :)

Cheers and thanks for posting!!
Janet

Hi Mrs. Ward,

I loved your journal about films. I enjoy them as well and will check out the ones you have listed to better prepare for my journey to the Arctic.

Have you read any good books about the Arctic? FYI I am reading Firecrackers Boys by Dan O Neil now. Although it isn't my typical type of read I am really enjoying it and it takes place in the north western Alaska.