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Back on Solid Ground

Nina sends a final update before returning to Iowa!

Nina Whitney continues work in the GoM

An update from Nina Whitney on the NOAA R/V Pisces

This post is to provide more details on our camp accommodations. Nobody can deny Ingøya is a wonderful place. Captain Joakim confirmed, “there is something special about this island. Everyone always wants to go back.” The island itself offers a variety of beautiful scenes, diverse nature, excellent fishing, three tall peaks good for hiking, and … Continue reading Life at camp

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A successful trip to Portugal!

The trip last week into Buraca Glorioso was a success! We collected drip water (almost 4 liters!) and were able to collect drip count data. The drip count data will help us determine the amount of time that it takes precipitation to go through the rocks and start dripping in the cave. Since central Portugal … Continue reading A successful trip to Portugal!

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Wrapping up field work

The last few days of fieldwork were reserved for finishing up mapping of marine terraces, organizing, labeling, and packing samples, and taking one last unsuccessful stab at collecting live deepwater clams. The weather has been warm and sunny with a light breeze – allowing some of us the unique experience of visiting Ingøya’s lighthouse. Much discussion took … Continue reading Wrapping up field work