Crew 311 Journalist Report 22Feb2025
SOL 6: The Sky Is No Longer the Limit!
Author: Isolde Louzier-Ricalens
12:30 PM: This morning was quite athletic for half of the crew. Meddi, Quentin, Célyan, and Somaya conducted an EVA not only to change the batteries of the atmospheric instruments but also to take the first drone photos for our stratigraphy experiment. Yes, with a drone! The whole group headed towards HAB Ridge, a high-altitude plateau offering a stunning view of the station and the desert. They were able to observe the station from the sky, whether through the camera in their hands or the drone hovering above them. But such a hike requires a challenging path. To reach this plateau, the small team had to make their way along the side of the mountain, a challenging journey that made their return a relief. Erin and Robin worked on the code for AMAIA and the Core Data experiment for data recovery. Personally, I was transferring audio files to the EvolSan lab while serving as HAB Com for the EVA. This role involves coordinating between the EVA crew, those remaining in the station, and mission support; it is very important for safety reasons.
When the small team returned, we went to greet them and help them carry their equipment and de-gear. Between the first aid kit, the two batteries for the atmospheric instruments, the drone, the water bottle bags, the camera bag, not to mention the heavy suits, there are plenty of kilos in an EVA; a little help upon arrival is always welcome.
2:48 PM: Today is Saturday at the station. Meddi trained the entire crew on maintaining the GreenHab so they can take over when he is unavailable. Currently, everyone is busy completing their last tasks before the afternoon break, which will mark the start of the weekend for the MDRS. On the agenda: crochet, Lego, anecdotes, and tasting the cereal bars I baked this morning.