FATE OF MERCURY IN THE ARCTIC Michael Evan ... - COGCI

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3. Photo list
4. Map sheets/air photos
5. Observations (Weather and Biota)
6. Equipment and packing list
7. Copies of permits
GENERAL NOTES: Nearly all reports discuss certain generalities as follow:
1. TRASH: There was at no time food or trash left trash in the field. None of the party
members were smokers, so this includes cigarette butts as well.
2. ELECTRICITY/FUEL: On site fuel supplies were used but replaced with fresh fuel flown
into the site in accordance with the permit.
3. LODGING/DEPOTS: Field camp/depots established in accordance with permits with
minimum impact on the environment. Camp fires established how and why, cleaned up
how.
4. ROUTE PLANNING: Routes were reviewed and approved by local authorities and were not
deviated from with out proper notification.
5. SAFETY: All party members carried maps, compass, medical cards and personal first aid
kits. The party always had 2 GPS with, as well as an ANNA (Arctic signaling and survival)
kit (2 if there were four in the Field) if we were four in the field or over water movements,
our Guide had VHF radio and mobile telephone with as well), Fresh water, and emergency
rations. The authorities were informed of the routes, and planned time of return. Return
times were held. Party members moved in groups of 2. Weather was monitored constantly,
with weather reports being viewed nightly, and the weather station readings monitored