Winds up to 90 knots

Weather has prevented any field work today, but we have all the data entry done and will get set up tonight for tomorrow, when we hope the weather will cooperate. With no exploits of my own to share, another tidbit from Shackleton, from South, his own account of the Endurance Expedition. While maneuvering through the pack ice of the Weddell Sea, Adelie penguins apparently became very excited by the ship's presence. A standing joke among Shackleton's crew was that the Penguins knew crew member Clark, and would rush after the ship when he was at the wheel, calling "Clark! Clark!" - apparently very upset that he didn't answer or wait for them. I haven't yet met the Adelie penguins, who are often described these days as fairly laid back.

On a pittsburgh note, I'd like to point out that their hockey team, the Penguins, are apparently not sure Which penguins would best represent the team. As their logo changes, so does the penguin. I think they have identified in the past with what looks like King and Adelie penguins, respectively. Too bad for them Chris Clark is a Capital and not a Penguin, or the above story would make Adelies a fitting choice, at least for now.

In the meantime, I believe it's time for me to go learn more about the local marine mammals! =)