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Victoria University Antarctic Research Expedition Science and Logistics Reports 1990-91: VUWAE 35

Apple Hut

Apple Hut.

The apple proved to be an ideal deep field structure and without it we would not have been able to so readily achieve our objectives. We were provided with a small lpg heater but on sunny days the heater was not necessary and a primus was sufficient to heat the apple to a comfortable level for computing.

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The hut was positioned on flat rock and secured by metal pegs placed in 20-30 cm deep drill holes. These were cemented in place with water. Care must be taken when opening the door in windy conditions. Ideally the hut should be orientated so that the door opens back to the prevailing wind direction.

There can be little doubt that the apple made a significant contribution to the success of the expedition. The use of such structures in the future should be encouraged.