Alaska journal, v4223
Page 43
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Holmes, R. 1959 Journal 14 June Barrow, Alaska is still cold today with a moderate SE wind. The birds are keeping relatively quiet with only an occasional shackled or longyear display being seen. 1300-1630. Drove down to the 0th Area, North Slough, and S. of Barrow Village. The snow was soft inspite of the cold wind and melt off is still coming along quite rapidly. Domarmi jaegars were very common today with many seen roaming over the tundra. Three or four pairs seem to have settled down and were noted chasing Uyako birds. 1930-2030, Drum Area. Many jaegars were also noted in this area. Very little aggressiveness was noted, however. 15 June Barrow, Alaska 0830-0915. Drum Area. The snow continues to melt, thereby increasing the amount of standing water and making wading more difficult. The tundra is now nearly 50% exposed. The tops of the high polygons