June 11, 2010

Do you wonder what life is like aboard a 135-foot tall sailing ship that also serves as a scientific research vessel? The success of the Plastics at SEA: North Atlantic Expedition depends on the entire ship's community. Here you will find first-hand accounts written by crew members who are taking on the challenge.

You may read about sightings of marine life, the patience required to separate plastic from tiny organisms, the amazing meals prepared by the ship's steward, the blisters that come from hauling on lines, and the starry night sky on a moonless night. Learn how much water is used by 33 people on a typical day at sea; about the engineering systems onboard; how the weather can affect everything from the scientific sampling, to the distance traveled, to a restful (or not) night's sleep.