09 Sep 2012
Science in the Sun
Position: 72 North 175 West
Weather: Sunny and bright blue skies
Temp: 0 degrees
_heritage_expeditions_polar_bear_swimming_2.jpg "Polar Bear Swimming") |
_heritage_expeditions_approaching_herald_island.jpg "Approaching Herald Island") |
Everyone ensured they had work on deck today so they could enjoy the sun for the first time since we sailed on the 22nd of August. As we steamed through icy waters towards Herald Island a lone Polar Bear glided effortlessly past the ship. This sighting was certainly the highlight of the day!
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