There is a lot to think about before leaving to such a remote place. Passwords to change, bank accounts to close and setup for international travel, storing personal belongings, deciding what to pack and of course visiting with friends and family.
By now most of this list has been taken care of but I am still waiting to receive some camera equipment and -150 F insulated safety boots. Little details that stack up quick with time counting down.
The anticipation for leaving is building with each day. The feelings are a mix of nervousness, calm and a little twinge of caution. Yesterday I talked with a former Antarctic worker and her told me about the point of
Things to mull over a bit, but that is a little risk that makes the adventure all the more exciting.
Very cool! How'd you get involved with this and what are you doing down there?
ReplyDeleteHey Ryan!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your on your way. Looking forward to reading your posts. Heh, you have to worry about -150F, I have to worry about +140F. What a strange strange world we live in.
-Austin-
Thad- I got involved with this after hearing about it years ago in Denver. In fact I applied to work in Antarctica about six or seven years ago but was too young and didn't know how to get a job with a majopr corporation yet. On this trip down I will be working as a GA or General Assistant. Which means that I will be doing anything and everything including shoveling a lot of snow.
ReplyDeleteAustin-
ReplyDeleteI got your letter in Oregon, and even wrote you back this morning. Then on the way back to the hotel I dropped the letter! Anyway, it is a crazy world. Good to hear from you I will compose another letter soon.