To study the continuum between glaciers and the ocean, three scientists and two crew members had the chance to sample glaciers, rivers and lakes from the helicopter during the first leg of Refuge-Arctic.
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The Amundsen departs Iqaluit for the first leg of Refuge-Arctic, which will focus on the study of fjords, and the continuum between glaciers and ocean.
The scientific participants gathered in Quebec City on August 07, prior to the departure of leg 03, to present their various research topics and learn more about the different disciplines involved in the Refuge-Arctic project.
The "Découverte, Radio-Canada" team was with us to cover the sea trials and will be with us throughout the expedition to bring you an insider's view of the Amundsen 2024 expedition.
Our team took part in the mobilization of the Amundsen from May 29 to June 13 in Quebec City, to load on board all the equipment we'll need during the expedition!
Some team members took part in helicopter landing training, ready to sample glaciers and rivers.
Our team and several scientists had the chance to take part in the planning workshop organized by Amundsen Science to prepare for the 2024 expedition.