Log Book for January 31, 2011

Journalist Report

Sukrit Ranjan Reporting

Today, crew 99 started its science mission! We started the day with stupendous chocolate-chip-banana-walnut pancakes, prepared by chefs Donna and Kevin.

After breakfast, we dispatched Heidi, Donna and Kevin on EVA to take soil samples for our Microbial Fuel Cell (MFC). Max stayed back to prepare the MFC, while Sukrit and Andie prepared for the first round of tests on the Mission Planner tool.

After a bracing lunch of chili and tortillas, Sukrit and Andie went on EVA to Cougar Hill to do a first test of the Mission Planner. They were later joined by Heidi for an ATV survey of the north for further follow-up.

Team LAMBDA ended the day with a highly experimental pizza prepared by our master chefs. A satisfying meal later, LAMBDA settled back for an evening of personal work and preparation for the morrow. Another satisfying day on Mars!