After two unforgettable weeks on Midway Atoll, our ship had arrived. My excitement for the journey ahead was filled with mixed emotions. Continue reading
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The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Midway Atoll part 6)
Even though our chapter on Midway Atoll was coming to a close, we revelled in our victory over the immense pile of debris we removed from the beaches. Yet, our illation quickly expired as we began the difficult work of having to move the debris across the island to the loading pier, where the ship would pick it up. Continue reading
The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Midway Atoll part 5)
Hopefully I have adequately conveyed the numerous things there are to do and see around Midway Atoll, if you ever get a chance to go. However, some of you may be wondering what you can do on such a tiny speck of land when you just want to unwind. Continue reading
The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Midway Atoll part 4)
As we explored the different islands of Midway Atoll, I was amazed at the amount of military artifacts that we came across. To tread on the same ground that the famous battle of Midway occurred on would often cause me to pause and reflect on the atrocities that turned such a beautiful paradise into a living hell for the soldiers who were stationed here. Continue reading
The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Midway Atoll part 3)
All of us got into marine biology because we loved the ocean. To most of us, the ocean is the most beautiful thing in the universe. Continue reading
The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Midway Atoll part 2)
After a couple days of gathering our gear, clean up our workstation and building out our zodiac boats we were finally able to hit the water. Continue reading