Sam Charley Island Gallery
Date Observed: Mar 8, 2010
 Knut Kielland tests ice thickness and investigates a hole on the main snowmachine trail near Sam Charley Island that formed from an ice collapse. Chas Jones looks on. Processes Observed |
Knut Kielland uses an ice pick on a long pole to test ice thickness and safety. He shows that while the ice and snow may appear the same on the surface, there is a narrow margin between where the ice is solid and where he breaks through thin ice to open water below. Processes Observed |
 A small hole created by testing the ice near Sam Charley Island reveals that it is thin and might be a travel hazard. It is important to test ice thickness to ensure safe travel. Processes Observed |
 Warming up a cold foot after the ice near Sam Charley Island gave way underneath Karen Brewster, our videographer, while she was standing on the main snowmachine trail. It is important to bring along extra dry socks and gloves in case you get wet. Processes Observed |
