Snow

Sea ice that had blown out blew back in and formed this pretty patchwork of white on the bay.

It doesn't seem like snow would be that big of a deal in Antarctica but by February, we'd been relatively snow free (fresh snow that is) for quite a while.  We had a big storm come through, which usually involves fiercely cold wind and a desire to hide inside.  This storm was calm and relatively warm and the giant snow flakes fell fast and thick.  Most stayed inside but a few of us ventured out to enjoy the powder and even attempt a bit of sledding down the road to the wharf.

Hiking around with Erki.

My sledding buddies - Tom, Erki,
Kathryn and Gwil

Ice forming on the sea.

This video is NOT exciting.  It's the slowest sledding attempt ever (the snow was wet and deep) but it was a great fun.  It's on here for me to be reminded of a happy time.