Tag Archives: islands

Krakatoa revealed? Part three

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

I’m in Java, Indonesia, filming a documentary on the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa – read part one and part two here. We have spent the last two days filming on and around Anak Krakatau. The boat ride out from the … Continue reading →

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Notes from a small volcanic island: Part 2

Posted on January 11, 2013 by

One of the most time consuming things about  filming outdoors is the walking shot. Speaking to camera interview style is mostly achieved easily after just a few takes. But the seemingly trivial and non-technical activity of filming me walking takes … Continue reading →

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Notes from a small volcanic island

Posted on January 9, 2013 by

Early start from Gatwick to Tenerife, but greeted on lading with warm sun and blue skies. We are here for three days to film a documentary for the Weather Channel on volcanoes and their effects on the earths climate. Apparently … Continue reading →

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Farewell to the Antarctic

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

Seeing the huts of these early expeditions and experiencing in a slight way what the weather can be like here, even at the height of summer, brings a new dimension to, and a deeper appreciation of the achievements of the Scott and Shackleton expeditions. Continue reading →

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The Ross Sea Ice Shelf and beyond

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

Extending east from Cape Crozier, the front of the Ross Ice Shelf is a 30 metre high vertical wall of ice. It’s a remarkable feature, especially when you realise that it’s fresh water, it’s floating, and about 90% of it … Continue reading →

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Reaching Shackleton’s expedition hut

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

Taking a circuitous route through the pack ice, we finally made it to Frankin Island at 76 degrees south. We got the ship to within 5 miles, then flew in by helicopter, landing on the sea ice at the southeastern … Continue reading →

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Top 5 volcanic lairs for Evil Geologists

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

It’s natural to assume that geologists as a breed, are of good stock.  They are hale, hearty, don’t mind a spot of outdoor activity and most importantly don’t do evil.  However there’s always a bad apple in any given group … Continue reading →

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