Hydrographic Sampling During CLIVAR S4P Cruise

In the first few months of 2011, collection and preparation of hydrographic samples took place aboard the icebreaker and research vessel N. B. Palmer during the S4P cruise in the Southern Ocean. The samples were taken for the PolarTREC project: sea water property changes in the Southern Sea. K-12 teachers spend between two and six weeks participating in hands-on field research experiences in the polar regions. PolarTRECs goal is to invigorate polar science education and understanding by bringing K-12 educators and polar researchers together.