Report title: EVA Report
Crew #: 326
Position: Biologist
Report prepared by: Armand Destin
Date: 04-01-2026
Sol: 7
EVA #: 8
Purpose of EVA: Testing of rf signal strengths for research. Geologic sample collection for brick construction, effects of harsh Martian environment on participants.
Start time: 12:00
End time: 16:00
Narrative: The team drove the rovers to the north part of Cow Dung Road and parked at Pooh’s Corner. The team progressed inland to make rf signal readings and collection geologic samples. After several readings and collections, the team went to Phobos Peak to do more research. More rf readings were made back at the rovers and the crew returned to the Hab.
Destination per MDRS Map: Phobos Peak (just north of it)
Destination Coordinates (use UTM WGS 84): N4251000, E519500
EVA Participants: Armand Destin (Crew Biologist), Ben Huber (Crew Scientist), Katharina Guth (Health and Safety Officer), Idris Stevenson (Crew Engineer)
Road(s) and routes per MDRS Map: Drive the rovers from the Hab and go north on Cow Dung Road and park at Pooh’s Corner. Walk to the north of Phobos Peak to the desired location.
Mode of travel: Walking and driving (Perseverance and Opportunity)