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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 6 Report 20-7-2026
July 20 is an eventful day in space history. 57 years ago today, Neil Armstrong took one small step for man and one giant leap for mankind. And perhaps even more directly relevant to our mission, 50 years ago today, Viking 1 landed on the surface of Mars and sent the first clear images of…
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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 5 Report 19-7-2026
Today we were on strict orders from both command crew and mission control to take it easy. Every day can’t be an intensive EVA day or we risk burnout. We were grateful to our commander for building an extra hour of sleep this morning into our Sunday schedule. We woke up to dropping temperatures and…
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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 4 Report 18-7-2026
After such a long EVA on Sol 3, the schedule called for a less physically demanding day. Crew 19 spent the morning doing maintenance tasks around the hab. Following lunch, Commander Trevor gave out orders for the rest of the day. Crew science officer Anderson and mission specialists Adrian and Rand would suit up and…
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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 3 Report 17-7-2026
The arctic foxes took a long spacewalk today to visit the first of mission specialist Adrian’s research sites and revisit an oasis that commander Trevor discovered last year when he served as executive officer on Crew 18. It was a beautiful day for this task, sunny and temperate. The landscape kept us guessing. It seemed…
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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 2 Report 16-7-2026
Our second day on sim was eventful in all the ways that real space travel is eventful – in matters both sacred and profane. The sacred: Spacewalks, science, and teamwork. All five crew members participated in EVAs to complete the baseline activities for a psychological study conducted by Commander Trevor on behalf of researchers at…
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Tiriganiaq (CREW 19) Sol 1 Report 15-7-2026
The Arctic Foxes have landed. After a day spent finishing up some mission critical maintenance tasks that remained after the departure of the skilled and energetic Advance Team, today marked our first day in full simulation. We are a crew of five, the 19th so far to visit FMARS. Each of us brings unique experiences,…
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Amaruq (Crew 18) Sol 8 Report 31-7-2025
The final day was quiet but purposeful. Samples were consolidated, systems checked, and the HAB cleaned for departure. The CO led a debrief that emphasized adaptability and resilience. The XO finalized the Oasis return plan and compiled operational logs. The Medical Officer reported no new health concerns. The Science Officer prepared samples for off-site analysis,…
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Amaruq (Crew 18) Sol 7 Report 30-7-2025
With power stabilized and fuel consumption down to 1.5 liters, the crew leaned into their scientific objectives. Plant preservation protocols were executed across multiple sites, and the Science Officer began mapping species distribution. The XO developed a return-to-site plan for Oasis, recognizing its unique ecological value. The Medical Officer noted improved sleep and reduced strain.…
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Amaruq (Crew 18) Sol 6 Report 29-7-2025
The team reached the crater center, executing sampling with precision and enthusiasm. Arctic poppies were collected, and rock samples logged for mineral analysis. The CO observed a marked improvement in morale and cohesion. The XO kept the crew focused and coordinated logs from engineering and medical teams. “We’re operating like a unit now,” said the…
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Amaruq (Crew 18) Sol 5 Report 28-7-2025
The crew’s momentum carried them into new terrain. Water samples were drawn from the crater basin, nearby rivers, and a site the crew dubbed “Oasis”—a surprising pocket of life with lichen and plant growth. The Science Officer began drafting a comparative framework for water chemistry and soil profiles. The XO monitored morale and kept the…
