Report title: EVA Report
Crew #: 326
Position: Biologist
Report prepared by: Armand Destin
Date: 06-01-2026
Sol: 9
EVA #: 10
Purpose of EVA: Testing rf signal strengths for research, Geologic sample collection for brick construction, effects of harsh Martian environment on participants.
Start time: 10:00
End time: 14:00
Narrative: The team drove the rovers north of the Main Hab along Cow Dung Road to south of Compass Rock. The rovers were parked, and the team descended into Candor Chasma. Within the chasma, the team took multiple rf readings, rock and soil sampling and observations. Upon collecting all data, the team ascended the chasma and returned to the rovers to then drive back to the main Hab.
Destination per MDRS Map: Candor Chasma
Destination Coordinates (use UTM WGS 84): N425100, E521750
EVA Participants: Keegan Chavez (Crew Commander), Vindhya Ganti (GreenHab Officer), Daria Bardus (Crew Journalist)
Road(s) and routes per MDRS Map: Drive north on Cow Dung Road, take a right to go onto Galileo Road. Park the rovers on Galileo Road south of Compass Rock. Head to Candor Chasma entrance and descend until desired location is reached.
Mode of travel: Walking and Driving (Perseverance and Opportunity)