Tag: last ice area
Polar bears of the Last Ice Area: The Weather is Our Boss
WWF August 27, 2014
When it comes to Arctic field research, weather is a major factor
Packing for the Arctic
Jacqueline Nunes August 11, 2014
It’s hard to believe that in a few days, I’ll be standing in the Last Ice Area, watching for narwhal. Right now I’m in my apartment in Toronto, trying to decide how many pairs of socks to bring.
Students on Ice: From Greenland to Sea Ice
WWF August 6, 2014
Discussing climate change and the future of sea ice with Students on Ice
Polar bears: fierce predators, loving mothers
Geoff York February 28, 2014
One of the most remarkable characteristics of the polar bear is how dedicated they can be as mothers.
Fat and Fur: Polar Bear Insulation
Geoff York February 27, 2014
Staying warm in the Arctic is no easy feat, but it’s one for which polar bears are ‘custom designed’
