Islands

Relaxing on Lagoon Island

Today I was very lucky to be able to take a day off work to go on a boat trip. I went to Lagoon and Anchorage Islands, which are only a few kilometres away from base. It was really fantastic going in the boat, riding through the ice and out into the open water. Lagoon Island has a lovely old-fashioned hut on it, and on Saturday night I am going to stay overnight there with some of my colleagues. The islands both have elephant and fur seals living on them, and lots of birds. I went with a scientist who is looking at springtails and mites - two invertebrate groups which live in melt pools and mosses here. We didn't do much work - it was more of a look and see trip, and for me a time to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery here. I loved it! Here are some pictures- I hope they convey a little of the beauty of this place, and the peace that is to be found on these quiet (except for the elephant seal growls) islands.

On the boat

The refuge on Lagoon Island

Elephant seal