Think Ecology-This Italian Building is Exciting.

http://www.fastcoexist.com/3031760/this-building-will-suck-up-smog-like-it-was-a-forest#1

Mass Extinction

I didn't know that most species (99%) that have been on this planet are now extinct.

Denver Post Front Page Article Link

I'm delighted by who's reaching out to me because of yesterday's Denver Post Article.  Relatives of expeditions members, authors, publishers, customers and friends!  Today, I took questions from Gibbs Elementary, in Rochester, MN first graders.  They had very thorough inquiry about Antarctica and my trip.  There's more to say about audiences 7th grade and younger!

We Are All Antarctica project update

If you've been following me, since December 2011, I'm sure you've seen this project unfold with increasing clarity! I have three schools following my trip to Antarctica: Platte Canyon Fitzsimmons Middle School, Bailey, CO; Gibbs Elementary in Rochester, MN, (1st grade class) and a Free school group who will do a field trip to Denver to learn more about climate change and how we are personally connected through our thoughts, feelings and history.  Start Some Good is a partner for the next phase.  I will design and pilot interactive, curricular materials for students to realize the value of collaboration, based on my father’s community leadership, Antarctic history and climate change. If you have interested groups or leads for schools to participate, please contact me.  A big thanks to Matt Nathan for his coaching and production of the latest video!

Will Icebergs Become a Thing of the Past?

Gorgeous photos by explorer Camille Seaman from the Artic and Antarctica. Camille, is amazed by these "unique, almost alien, natural features" that may soon become a thing of the past. - from the U.K. Telegraph

Clothing for Antarctica Summer finalized

In the last few days, I've been laser focused on clothing for Antarctic summer. King George Island is considered the banana belt of Antarctica. That's why 12 countries have year round research stations. My final decision on clothes was made with a friend who's husband is an ice climber. He insisted that the wind factor plays a huge roll in what to wear. Point well taken. Also, he said that injuries occur in extreme places, because most people don't have the right gear. Since I live in Colorado, I can always wear the gear again!

We found a sale on a new technology in Columbia clothing. It's called Omni- Heat Thermal Reflective material. (move over polar fleece) It keeps 20% more of your body heat in. I tried it last night, it works. My new challenge is the right amount of layers so I don't sweat to much on the hikes! And yes, merino wool is still preferred for wearing your first layer for many days before cleaning. I found Icebreaker from New Zealand. It's very soft. They should know! (close to Antarctica)

Pancha's Pajamas Animated Hiphop musical

I'm amazed at what exists in the world of environmental multimedia learning and entertainment! Check out Pancha's Pajamas.
Sometimes blogging feels lonely. It's exciting to discover synergy in the world.