Day 37

Phylum of the week is Mollusca. Excursion of the week was a pre-dawn jaunt to the rocky coast near Spittal Pond to survey for chitons, limpets, sea snails, and whatever else we could find. Our survey area was treacherous to say the least - jagged rocks, slippery surfaces, and the tide washing in and out as we clung to our equipment and tried not to suffer any twisted ankles or necks. Even if it had been nice, it was too early in the morning to appreciate any natural beauty - I think all of us would much rather have been appreciating warm blankets and pleasant dreams.