ProgramLogo.jpg Peten-Itza Scientific Drilling Project
Additional Pictures
Date: 2/1/2006

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THUMBNAILNAMEREMARKS
UN_5033_2_A_photo_7.jpgA salvaged army floating bridge, transformed into the "Ortiz" rigs up for towing the R/V Kerry Kelts.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_8.jpgThe platform is towed to the first site
UN_5033_2_A_photo_11.jpgThe core storage refridgerated container or "reefer" is craned into place.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_12.jpgOur treasure chest awaits the booty.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_13.jpgProblems like this crane being stuck are now accounted for in all calculations for drilling time and budgeting.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_14.jpgThe platform sits sleepily as it awaits towing.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_15.jpgThe platform enjoys it's last quiet sunrise.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_16.jpgThe DOSECC crew poses and looks good doing it. Maybe they should consider modeling?
UN_5033_2_A_photo_17.jpgThe local press swarm around Mark.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_18.jpgAn impromptu press conference at San Jose
UN_5033_2_A_photo_19.jpgNever camera shy, Mark meets the press.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_20.jpgMark displays our bathymetric map. It's one of many which have been distributed among the Peteneros.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_21.jpgLico, a central team member watches the press conference.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_30.jpgFlavio staying cool under the tropical sun.
UN_5033_2_A_photo_31.jpgVance leads the DOSECC crew from the Ortiz.