On May 8, Harald and Andre reached the summit of the Greenland Ice Sheet. After a few days traveling on a plateau at the summit, they’ve begun to travel downhill. And judging by the map, they have been able to make more progress each day.
Listen to the daily audio reports as Harald explains the importance of the Greenland Ice Sheet, and describes the differences between the eastern and western sides of the ice sheet.
May 7, 2008: The importance of the Greenland Ice Sheet
May 8, 2008: Reached the Summit!
May 9, 2008: Traveling along a plateau; 360 degree views of the Greenland Ice Sheet
May 10, 2008: Good weather; very cold nights
May 11, 2008: Strong winds producing snow clouds and white outs
[…] May 7 to May 11: Reaching the SummitOn May 8, Harald and team reached the summit of the Greenland Ice Sheet. After a few days traveling on a plateau at the summit, they’ve begun to travel downhill. And judging by the map, they have been able to make more progress each day … […]
[…] May 7 to May 11: Reaching the SummitOn May 8, Harald and team reached the summit of the Greenland Ice Sheet. After a few days traveling on a plateau at the summit, they’ve begun to travel downhill. And judging by the map, they have been able to make more progress each day … […]