As part of the PolarTREC program, I am currently in Fairbanks, AK for orientation and training. I am in the third day (out of six) and today, we began the day learning more about our upcoming expeditions. Over the first few days of orientation, we have learned basics about the Arctic and Antarctic regions as well as the technology we will be using. It has been a lot of information, but has made me even more excited than before about my expedition to Greenland coming up in June!!
Arctic Ground Squirrel
In the afternoon, we went to Museum of the North located on the campus of the University of Alaska Fairbanks. We were introduced to the arctic ground squirrel. This relative of the prairie dog has adapted to live in the harsh climate found in the Arctic.
Date
Location
International Arctic Research Center
Weather Summary
Cold and sunny
Temperature
-13˚ F
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