Trip Preparation Certain parts of expedition preparation can only be accomplished at the last minute. Historically, the road to the study area is impassible to all save those with specialized vehicles. Shown here is Chris and his truck taking a break on Mountain Pine Ridge on our way to the study area.
Surface water is practically nonexistent in the study area.
Consequently we have to pack in all our potable water. Here we are filling water containers in Santa Elena. Shown from left to right are Robert Colas, Philip Reeder, and Bill Reynolds. Robert is in the process of reinforcing the corners of the plastic water containers with duct tape. This precaution minimizes the risk of developing a leak during the rough truck ride and hike into the study area.