B25 Kit Unpacked

So, here's my first official Alert related post. I went to the main Environment Canada building in Toronto on Tuesday to fill out reams of paperwork and pick up my B25 Arctic Kit consisting of boots, pants, parka and over-gloves.

Starting with the boots, they're about 5 pounds each and easily add 1.5" to my height. Gloves aren't too hot, as they're designed to have another pair underneath. The pants and the coat are extremely "dense", in that they're more like a firefighter material than the standard puffy, down-filled coat seen in the South. Blocking the wind is apparently key, so a balaclava and ski goggles are also requisites to complete the ensemble.

I'm scheduled to fly out of CFB Trenton at 6am on January 6th, which is coming WAY too soon for comfort!

Merry Christmas everyone,
Graham

Alert Central

Hey everyone!

Welcome to my new blog! This will be the place where I'll be documenting my job in Alert, Nunavut this upcoming co-op term (January - April 2009). I hope to have pictures, videos and a semi-regular update schedule that'll help me keep in touch with my friends and family (and any other interested parties) while I'm chilling (yes, the bad puns will continue) in the Arctic.

**Edit: As a side note, everyone should be able to comment (it'll be moderated, so there'll be a lag after posting while I approve the message) but let me know if there's anything about the site that should be changed.