DOCSLIB.ORG

Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands DEAR MIT ALUMNI & FRIENDS, 5260 Join fellow MIT travelers and MIT Professor Susan Solomon for an inspiring expedition to PAID PRSRT STD PERMIT NO. SEATTLE, WA SEATTLE, U.S. POSTAGE the world’s southernmost realm. With remarkable scenery, unique wildlife, and a history rich with the heroic exploits of famed explorers, it is no wonder that a voyage to Antarctica tops many travelers’ trip-of-a-lifetime lists. In addition to visiting this bucket-list destination, our comprehensive itinerary also includes the beautiful Falkland Islands, where you will find colonies of rockhopper, gentoo, and Magellanic penguins, as well as the regal black-browed SkyIsland albatross. And, on South Georgia, you will witness one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth, with vast penguin colonies and large numbers of elephant and fur seals crowding the beaches. Informative lectures offer insight on the natural wonders as well as early polar exploration and whaling history, including a visit to the burial site of Sir Ernest Shackleton. Professor Solomon’s talks will focus on the amazing atmospheric science of Antarctica, the human experience of the early Antarctic explorers and their observances of the weather during their brave quests. We are sharing the departure with travelers from Zegrahm Expeditions. If you have any questions, or to make a reservation, please call the MIT Alumni Travel Program at 800-992-6749, or email us at [email protected]. The trip reservation form can be found on our website at alum.mit.edu/travel. With MIT Professor Susan Solomon ANTARCTICA, ANTARCTICA, Sincerely, MIT Alumni Travel Program MIT Travel Alumni Floor 2nd 600 Memorial Dr. Cambridge, MA 02139 FALKLAND ISLANDS FALKLAND January 4–25, | 22 2018 Days | Aboard the Melissa Chapman Gresh SOUTH GEORGIA & THE Director, MIT Alumni Travel Program P.S. Please visit our website at alum.mit.edu/travel for details and updates on all our programs. Find us on Facebook at MIT Alumni Travel Program. ANTARCTICA, Featured Leader SOUTH GEORGIA & THE Fascinating lectures, photo presentations, daily recaps, and informal discussions will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the wonders you will see. Leaders from additional fields of study will join MIT Professor Susan Solomon. FALKLAND ISLANDS SUSAN SOLOMON is a leading atmospheric chemist who is well January 4–25, 2018 | 22 Days | Aboard the Island Sky known for positing the theory and discovering the cause of the Antarctic ozone hole. Solomon, who had been a scientist at the National Oceanic With MIT Professor Susan Solomon and Atmospheric Administration since 1981, joined the faculty of MIT’s Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) in January 2012. Solomon has led two expeditions to Antarctica and had a glacier named after her. She is the author of several books and influential scientific papers in climate science, and has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including the 1999 National Medal of Science (the highest scientific honor in the US) and the Grande Medaille (the highest award of the French Academy of Sciences). A member of the National Academy of Sciences, the French Academy of Sciences, the Royal Society, and the Acadameia Europaea, Solomon also co-led the science assessment of the most recent report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which won the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize. Time Magazine named Solomon as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008. Outside her core-scientific interests, Susan is the author of The Coldest March, a popular book on Antarctic history which stemmed from her frequent Antarctic sojourns during the late 80’s and early 90’s. Her book was selected among “2001 Books of the Year” lists of The New York Times, the why understanding on to work to Antarctica “Coming the in there opened up layer ozone our in “hole” mysterious professional and personal unforgettable an on me took 1980s and chemistry atmospheric the by fascinated still I am journey. MIT, At Earth. on place coldest the continent, this of meteorology and understood humans we how about students teaching I love solution to a worldwide issue depletion ozone the managed engineering. and policy, understanding, public science, spanning a hobby. as historian a meteorological become also I have atmospheric amazing the about to talk I plan trip, our During Antarctic early that ways the as well as Antarctica, of science their during weather the experienced and observed explorers land.” remarkable to this quests brave Solomon Susan Professor — MIT The Economist (UK), and The Independent (UK). MIT Alumni Travel Program DEAR MIT ALUMNI & FRIENDS, 5260 Join fellow MIT travelers and MIT Professor Susan Solomon for an inspiring expedition to PAID PRSRT STD PERMIT NO. SEATTLE, WA SEATTLE, U.S. POSTAGE the world’s southernmost realm. With remarkable scenery, unique wildlife, and a history rich with the heroic exploits of famed explorers, it is no wonder that a voyage to Antarctica tops many travelers’ trip-of-a-lifetime lists. In addition to visiting this bucket-list destination, our comprehensive itinerary also includes the beautiful Falkland Islands, where you will find colonies of rockhopper, gentoo, and Magellanic penguins, as well as the regal black-browed SkyIsland albatross. And, on South Georgia, you will witness one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth, with vast penguin colonies and large numbers of elephant and fur seals crowding the beaches. Informative lectures offer insight on the natural wonders as well as early polar exploration and whaling history, including a visit to the burial site of Sir Ernest Shackleton. Professor Solomon’s talks will focus on the amazing atmospheric science of Antarctica, the human experience of the early Antarctic explorers and their observances of the weather during their brave quests. We are sharing the departure with travelers from Zegrahm Expeditions. If you have any questions, or to make a reservation, please call the MIT Alumni Travel Program at 800-992-6749, or email us at [email protected]. The trip reservation form can be found on our website at alum.mit.edu/travel. With MIT Professor Susan Solomon ANTARCTICA, ANTARCTICA, Sincerely, MIT Alumni Travel Program MIT Travel Alumni Floor 2nd 600 Memorial Dr. Cambridge, MA 02139 FALKLAND ISLANDS FALKLAND January 4–25, | 22 2018 Days | Aboard the Melissa Chapman Gresh SOUTH GEORGIA & THE Director, MIT Alumni Travel Program P.S. Please visit our website at alum.mit.edu/travel for details and updates on all our programs. Find us on Facebook at MIT Alumni Travel Program. ANTARCTICA, Featured Leader SOUTH GEORGIA & THE Fascinating lectures, photo presentations, daily recaps, and informal discussions will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the wonders you will see. Leaders from additional fields of study will join MIT Professor Susan Solomon. FALKLAND ISLANDS SUSAN SOLOMON is a leading atmospheric chemist who is well January 4–25, 2018 | 22 Days | Aboard the Island Sky known for positing the theory and discovering the cause of the Antarctic ozone hole. Solomon, who had been a scientist at the National Oceanic With MIT Professor Susan Solomon and Atmospheric Administration since 1981, joined the faculty of MIT’s Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) in January 2012. Solomon has led two expeditions to Antarctica and had a glacier named after her. She is the author of several books and influential scientific papers in climate science, and has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including the 1999 National Medal of Science (the highest scientific honor in the US) and the Grande Medaille (the highest award of the French Academy of Sciences). A member of the National Academy of Sciences, the French Academy of Sciences, the Royal Society, and the Acadameia Europaea, Solomon also co-led the science assessment of the most recent report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which won the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize. Time Magazine named Solomon as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008. Outside her core-scientific interests, Susan is the author of The Coldest March, a popular book on Antarctic history which stemmed from her frequent Antarctic sojourns during the late 80’s and early 90’s. Her book was selected among “2001 Books of the Year” lists of The New York Times, the why understanding on to work to Antarctica “Coming the in there opened up layer ozone our in “hole” mysterious professional and personal unforgettable an on me took 1980s and chemistry atmospheric the by fascinated still I am journey. MIT, At Earth. on place coldest the continent, this of meteorology and understood humans we how about students teaching I love solution to a worldwide issue depletion ozone the managed engineering. and policy, understanding, public science, spanning a hobby. as historian a meteorological become also I have atmospheric amazing the about to talk I plan trip, our During Antarctic early that ways the as well as Antarctica, of science their during weather the experienced and observed explorers land.” remarkable to this quests brave Solomon Susan Professor — MIT The Economist (UK), and The Independent (UK). MIT Alumni Travel Program Stromness Bay – Site of Sir Ernest Shackleton Deck Plan ANTARCTICA, SOUTH GEORGIA and his party’s arrival after their harrowing The Island Sky EXPLORER DECK crossing of the island’s glaciers on foot, Stromness The all-suite Island Sky is a 605 601 offers views of cliffs and a glacier from which the Sun Deck & THE FALKLAND ISLANDS & Spa Pool adventurer and his companions descended. spacious 100-guest expedition Beauty Center 604 602 vessel. Public spaces include a Grytviken – Go ashore to discover the ruins of large lounge, elegant bar with this once-active whaling station. The cemetery ERIKSON DECK Saunders Island Elsehul Bay Salisbury Plain piano, library, single-seating dining Outdoor ARGENTINA holds a special fascination, as it is here that Café 511 509507505 Stromness Bay Shackleton is buried.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands
    Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands January 5 - 26, 2017 ARGENTINA Saunders Island Fortuna Bay Steeple Jason Island Stromness Bay Grytviken Tierra del Fuego FALKLAND SOUTH Gold Harbour ISLANDS GEORGIA CHILE SCOTIA SEA Drygalski Fjord Ushuaia Elephant Island DRAKE Livingston Island Deception PASSAGE Island LEMAIRE CHANNEL Cuverville Island ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Friday & Saturday, January 6 & 7, 2017 Ushuaia, Argentina / Beagle Channel / Embark Ocean Diamond Ushuaia, ‘Fin del Mundo,’ at the southernmost tip of Argentina was where we gathered for the start of our Antarctic adventure, and after a night’s rest, we set out on various excursions to explore the neighborhood of the end of the world. The keen birders were the first away, on their mission to the Tierra del Fuego National Park in search of the Magellanic woodpecker. They were rewarded with sightings of both male and female woodpeckers, Andean condors, flocks of Austral parakeets, and a wonderful view of an Austral pygmy owl, as well as a wide variety of other birds to check off their lists. The majority of our group went off on a catamaran tour of the Beagle Channel, where we saw South American sea lions on offshore islands before sailing on to the national park for a walk along the shore and an enjoyable Argentinian BBQ lunch. Others chose to hike in the deciduous beech forests of Reserva Natural Cerro Alarkén around the Arakur Resort & Spa. After only a few minutes of hiking, we saw an Andean condor soar above us and watched as a stunning red and black Magellanic woodpecker flew towards us and perched on the trunk of a nearby tree.
    [Show full text]
  • New Shackleton Walk
    Visitor Management Plan Visitor Management Plan Shackleton Walk Shackleton Walk Disclaimer Information, including GPS positions, provided in publications of the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands is considered to be true and correct at the time of publication. Changes in circumstances after time of publication may impact on the accuracy of this information and the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands gives no assurance as to the accuracy of any information or advice contained. By using the information presented in these, each user waives and releases the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands to the full extent permitted by law from any and all claims relating to the usage of material or information made available through the system. In no event shall the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands be liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from use of this material. Copyright Conditions Text Copyright © 2008 Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands Digital Visitor Management Plan Maps are copyright © of the Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. These maps may not Route from landing site at Fortuna be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, for any other purpose than the Site Visitor Management Plans, without the express, written consent of the Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. The maps are based on those produced by Scott, J.J. and Poncet, S. 2003. South Georgia Environmental Mapping Report.
    [Show full text]
  • Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands Field Report
    Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands January 24 - February 14, 2019 ARGENTINA West Point Island Elsehul Bay Salisbury Plain Stromness Bay Grytviken Tierra Stanley del Fuego FALKLAND SOUTH Gold Harbour ISLANDS GEORGIA Drygalski Fjord SCOTIA SEA Ushuaia Elephant Island DRAKE Spightly Island PASSAGE Port Lockroy/ Cuverville Island LEMAIRE CHANNEL Wilhelmina Bay ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Saturday, January 26, 2019 Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Island Sky Having arrived at the Arakur Hotel & Resort in Ushuaia the day before, and caught up on at least some sleep overnight, we set out this morning to explore Tierra del Fuego National Park. Guided by our ornithologist, Jim Wilson, our birders were first out, keen to find their target species, the Magellanic woodpecker. In this they were more than successful, spotting five, both males and females. Meanwhile, the rest of us boarded a catamaran and sailed the Beagle Channel towards the national park. En route we visited several small rocky islands, home to South American sea lions, imperial and rock cormorants (or shags), and South American terns. Disembarking in the national park at Lapataia Bay, we enjoyed lunch and walking trails through the southern beech forest with views of the Beagle Channel and Lago Roca before heading back to Ushuaia by bus. Awaiting us there was our home for the next few weeks, the Island Sky. Once settled in our cabins, we went out on deck to watch the lines being cast off and we sailed out into the Beagle Channel. Our Antarctic adventure had begun! Sunday, January 27 At Sea Our day at sea began with Jim introducing us to the birds of the Falkland Islands, and preparing us for our upcoming wildlife encounters.
    [Show full text]
  • Information for Visitors to South Georgia 2017-18
    INFORMATION FOR VISITORS TO SOUTH GEORGIA 2017/18 (To be read in conjunction with the GSGSSI Biosecurity Handbook 2017/18) © Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands 2017 1 GSGSSI June 2017 Contents 1. Introduction 2. Applications and preparations for visits 3. Arrival arrangements 4. Shore and harBour facilities 5. Management and safety of visitors 6. Code of conduct ashore 7. Wildlife protection guidelines 8. Departing South Georgia Annexes 1. Tourism Management Policy (2017) 2. List of approved visitor sites 3. Visitor Biosecurity declaration 4. Visit permit holder landing declaration 5. Private vessel oBserver coverage 6. Fees and Charges 7. ProhiBited Areas Maps 8. Charts and Maps 9. IAATO guidelines on understanding fur seal Behaviour and advice for interactions 2 GSGSSI June 2017 INFORMATION FOR VISITORS TO SOUTH GEORGIA 2017/18 1. Introduction & background information South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) is a United Kingdom Overseas Territory. It is administered By the Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) Based in Government House in Stanley in the Falkland Islands. The Commissioner for the Territory, who is also the Governor of the Falkland Islands, is appointed By Her Majesty The Queen and has ultimate responsiBility for any activities in the Territory. GSGSSI staff include 5 staff in Government House, plus three Government Officers Based at King Edward Point (KEP) on South Georgia, who are responsiBle for the local administration on the island. This document is intended to provide a general overview of the South Georgia visit application procedures and provide information on relevant Government visitor policies. This document must Be read in conjunction with the separate GSGSSI Biosecurity HandBook 2017/18.
    [Show full text]
  • Serengeti of the Southern Ocean
    SOUTH GEORGIA & THE FALKLANDS SERENGETI OF THE SOUTHERN OCEAN ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER | 2017-2019 TM If the astonishing sight of some 100,000+ king penguins in one rookery alone were all this expedition offered; if at the end of our time among the kings—observing, listening, photographing, walking among and communing with them—our team said “Show’s over, Folks,” and everyone were to head back home—it’s likely no one would complain, according to all our expedition leaders. It’s that profound and rewarding an experience. BUT THERE’S MORE: THE GREATEST WILDLIFE SPECTACLE ON EARTH. There’s life in such profusion that it boggles your mind as it sends your spirit soaring. Dense colonies of king penguins, fur seals, elephant seals, macaroni and gentoo penguins. Slopes of stunning windward cliffs teeming with grey-headed, black-browed and wandering albatross— nearly a third of all the birds of this species nest here. Plus, there are the rare endemics: the mighty South Georgia pipit, the only songbird in the Antarctic region and South Georgia’s only passerine; and the Falkland’s Johnny rook. (Life-listers take note.) Once a killing ground for whalers, South Georgia is now a sanctuary, an extravagant celebration of wildlife and pristine wildness. We travel with some of the best wildlife photographers on Earth, and even their best photos can’t do this spectacle justice. So, we offer images on the following pages as an invitation—to see it all yourself. TM Cover photo: King penguins in the surf. ©Michael S. Nolan. Ship’s registry: Bahamas The thrilling sight of tens of thousands of king penguins greeting you on a single beach in South Georgia! Dear Traveler, Every single person I’ve ever met who’s been to South Georgia—our guests, our staff, our captains—all say, essentially, the same thing.
    [Show full text]
  • Bittercress on South Georgia 2010
    WEEDS ON SOUTH GEORGIA March 2013 Kelvin Floyd Prepared for: Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Stanley Falklands Date: 30 March 2013 SUMMARY Visits to the Stromness Bay whaling stations this season enabled some gaps in weed distribution data to be filled and the South Georgia weed database was updated to reflect the new information. 75 alien plants have now been recorded on South Georgia with 39 considered to present or have recent records. 32 species are low incidence and sustained control should enable the eradication of these. 3 species have larger populations that will require more resources to contain or eradicate, and 4 species are too widespread for eradication. Eradication of many of the alien plant species from South Georgia is a realistic objective due to the low risk of reintroduction due to the islands location and the biosecurity measures in place. Many of the introduced plants are in relatively small populations and associated with areas of human disturbance, with only a few that have naturalised over much of the island. 29 sq m of Bittercress was sprayed this season down from 373 sq m last season and 617 sq m in 2010/11. 2 sq m of Pearlwort was controlled at Grytviken this season down from 33 sq m last season and 44 sq m in 2010/11. Good control was observed at all low incidence sites followed up this season. Stromness Bay stations received some control on low incidence species but due to the removal of the reindeer this peninsula will be a priority for follow up and further searching.
    [Show full text]
  • Serengeti of the Southern Ocean
    SOUTH GEORGIA & THE FALKLANDS SERENGETI OF THE SOUTHERN OCEAN ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER | 2018-2020 TM If the astonishing sight of some 100,000+ king penguins in one rookery alone were all this expedition offered; if at the end of our time among the kings—observing, listening, photographing, walking among and communing with them—our team said “Show’s over, Folks,” and everyone were to head back home—it’s likely no one would complain, according to all our expedition leaders. It’s that profound and rewarding an experience. BUT THERE’S MORE: THE GREATEST WILDLIFE SPECTACLE ON EARTH. There’s life in such profusion that it boggles your mind as it sends your spirit soaring. Dense colonies of king penguins, fur seals, elephant seals, macaroni and gentoo penguins. Slopes of stunning windward cliffs teeming with grey-headed, black-browed and wandering albatross— nearly a third of all the birds of this species nest here. Plus, there are the rare endemics: the mighty South Georgia pipit, the only songbird in the Antarctic region and South Georgia’s only passerine; and the Falkland’s Johnny rook. (Life-listers take note.) Once a killing ground for whalers, South Georgia is now a sanctuary, an extravagant celebration of wildlife and pristine wildness. We travel with some of the best wildlife photographers on Earth, and even their best photos can’t do this spectacle justice. So, we offer images on the following pages as an invitation—to see it all yourself. TM Cover photo: A pair of adult king penguins amid fuzzy chicks with their dark brown down.
    [Show full text]
  • Ski Expedition Across South Georgia
    Ski expedition across Exclusive South Georgia PLA23, 03 - 17 December 2011(15 days), Port Stanley - Port Stanley SouthIncluding flights from SantiagoGeorgia de Chile In the footsteps of Shackleton Ski trek across South Georgia: a group of up to 12 ski explorers and 2-3 mountain guides will attempt to traverse, unsupported and self supplied, the island of South Georgia with skis hauling their own pulkas (sledges). The skiers will cover a total distance of 40 – 50 km retracing sections of the historic Shackleton route from 1916. On arrival day at King Haakon Bay, the expedition members will spend a night close to the shore preparing for the crossing. The expedition will then embark on their ski trek across alpine passes and glaciers aiming for reunion with the ship at Stromness Bay. After both expeditions have rejoined, all passengers will then continue to enjoy the latter part of the South Georgia cruise itinerary. The non skiers (those who follow the sea voyage) will also have plenty of opportunities to walk. All passengers can use snowshoes onboard, that makes walking on deep snow much easier. n: i t o d e i p x i e e s r t k o h ns f ca i t o l i p r ap o e f n i l Dea d prl 2011 i A 30 The questionnaire and registration form will be forwarded upon request. Exclusive South Georgia A postcard from South Georgia Information and requirements - Shackleton Crossing At the end of the South polar winter the heavily glaciated interior of South Georgia is covered with deep winter snow.
    [Show full text]
  • Antarctic Reader
    ANTARCTICA: THE READER ................................................................ SECTION 1 3 Conserving Antarctica 4 Guidance for Visitors 5 Antarctica’s Historic Heritage SECTION 4 45 The Antarctic Treaty SECTION 2 9 Places You May Visit SECTION 5 9 Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) 49 The Physical Environment 11 South Georgia 49 The Southern Ocean 13 South Sandwich Islands 51 Antarctica 14 South Orkney Islands 53 Geology 14 Weddell Sea 54 Climate 16 South Shetland Islands 56 The Antarctic Circle 17 Antarctic Peninsula 57 Icebergs, Glaciers and Sea Ice 20 The Historic Ross Sea Sector 60 The Ozone Hole 24 New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands 62 Global Warming SECTION 3 SECTION 6 29 Explorers and Scientists 65 The Biological Environment 29 Terra Australis Exploration 66 Life in Antarctica 30 The Age of Sealers (1780-1892) 67 Adapting to the Cold 34 The Heroic Age & Continental Penetration 70 The Kingdom of Krill 38 Mechanical Age and Whaling Period 72 The Wildlife 41 Permanent Stations 72 Antarctic Squids 42 Pax Antarctica: The Treaty Period 73 Antarctic Fishes 74 Antarctic Birds 83 Antarctic Seals 88 Antarctic Whales SECTION 7 97 Wildlife Checklist TABLE OF CONTENTS HISTORIC HUT ........................................................... The first humans to spend a winter in Antarctica erected this hut in February 1899. CONSERVING ANTARCTICA Antarctica is the largest wilderness area on Earth, a place that we believe must be preserved in its present pristine state. Many governments and non-governmental organizations and all the leading companies arranging expeditions to the region are working together to ensure that Antarctica’s spectacular scenery, unique wildlife and extraordinary wilderness will be protected for future generations to enjoy.
    [Show full text]
  • British Antarctic Territory and Wider Southern Ocean Underwater Cultural Heritage Desk-Based Assessment
    British Antarctic Territory and Wider Southern Ocean Underwater Cultural Heritage Desk-Based Assessment Prepared by MAST For the Government of the British Antarctic Territory February 2020 Maritime Archaeology Sea Trust Registered address: 22 Wycombe End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 1NB MAST is a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales number 07455580 and registered charity 1140497. Website: www.thisismast.org British Antarctic Territory and Wider Southern Ocean Underwater Cultural Heritage Desk- Based Assessment CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ........................................................................................................ 5 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 6 2 STUDY AREA ................................................................................................................... 7 3 PROJECT OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................ 12 4 HISTORICAL CONTEXT .............................................................................................. 13 5 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS........................................................... 47 6 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................. 51 7 APPENDIX ONE: HISTORIC SITES AND MONUMENTS ........................................ 54 8 APPENDIX TWO: STUDY AREAS AND TIMELINES ..............................................
    [Show full text]
  • The Onset of Deglaciation of Cumberland Bay and Stromness Bay, South Georgia N
    Antarctic Science 17 (1): 29–32 (2005) © Antarctic Science Ltd Printed in the UK DOI: 10.1017/S0954102005002397 The onset of deglaciation of Cumberland Bay and Stromness Bay, South Georgia N. VAN DER PUTTEN* and C. VERBRUGGEN Laboratory for Palaeoecology and Landscape Genesis, Ghent University, Department of Geography, S8/B2, Krijgslaan, 281, B-9000 Gent, Belgium *Corresponding author: [email protected] Abstract: Carbon dating of basal peat deposits in Cumberland Bay and Stromness Bay and sediments from a lake in Stromness Bay, South Georgia indicates deglaciation at the very beginning of the Holocene before c. 9500 14C yr BP. This post-dates the deglaciation of one local lake which has been ice-free since at least 15 700 14C yr BP on account of its atypical geomorphological location. The latter indicates the likely presence of floristic refugia on South Georgia during the Last Glacial Maximum from which newly exposed terrestrial and aquatic habitats were rapidly colonized. Received 20 July 2004, accepted 19 September 2004 Key words: Early Holocene deglaciation, geomorphology, glacial refugia, palaeoecology, radiocarbon dates, sub-Antarctic Introduction der Putten et al. 2004). Geomorphological (Clapperton 1971, 1990, Clapperton et al. 1978, 1989), palaeoecological (Barrow 1977, 1983, Review of the existing data on deglaciation Barrow & Smith 1983, Clapperton et al. 1989, Van der Putten et al. 2004) and lithological-chemical investigation Based on research in Cumberland East Bay, Cumberland (Rosqvist et al. 1999, Rosqvist & Schuber 2003) of organic West Bay and Stromness Bay Clapperton (1971, 1990) and lake and terrestrial sediments around Stromness Bay and Clapperton et al. (1978, 1989), presented a model of Cumberland Bay (Fig.
    [Show full text]
  • South Georgia & the Falklands
    SOUTH GEORGIA & THE FALKLANDS A HISTORIC ADVENTURE IN THE MOST SPECTACULARLY SCENIC REGION ON EARTH ©2016 Lindblad Expeditions ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER & Lindblad Expeditions and the Eye are the trademarks of Lindblad Expeditions. All rights reserved. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and the Yellow Border are the trademarks of the National Geographic Society. All rights reserved.Photo Credits: Adam Cropp, Justin Hofman, Ralph Lee Hopkins, Frans Lanting, Paul Nicklen/National Geographic Image Collection, Michael S. Nolan, Susan Seubert. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ORION | OCT. 2016 TM King Haakon Bay Stromness Bay SO THE TREK UT H G EO R G IA IS L A N Dear Traveller, D On October 23, 2016 we begin an incredible - 48 kilometres across adventure in the Southern Ocean which will mountains and glaciers. involve both the National Geographic Explorer What Ernest Shackleton did in 1916 was and National Geographic Orion. Orion will depart remarkable given the physical and mental state Ushuaia, Argentina first, bound for South Georgia of him and his team. They were frozen, exhausted and the Falklands. Explorer will leave two days and desperate. We will have none of those later. limitations; however, it is still far from a hike. I will A team of extraordinary individuals will join us go through months of training to prepare, as I am on the Orion for the ultimate celebration of the the only novice amongst the group. Shackleton centennial and our 50th anniversary When we arrive in Stromness three days later, of the birth of expedition travel. Upon arriving (Explorer will actually arrive on Halloween), we will at South Georgia, Peter Hillary and Jamling have an Explorers’ Masked Ball, and revel in the Tenzing Norgay (sons of the first men to summit wonder of wildness, remoteness and the relevance Mt.
    [Show full text]