Day: May 5, 2026

Report title: Journalist Report

Crew #: 333

Position: Crew Journalist

Report prepared by: Joanna Galloway

Date: 05-04-2026

Sol: 7

Journalist Report Title (if applicable):

Today was a rest day for the Arsia Crew, after a week of doing EVA’s, it was a nice change of pace. We enjoyed a slow morning, eating pancakes and chatting. After checking on the greenhab, we discovered that we managed to trap the space mouse which had destroyed our crops. It so happened to be Easter today so Joanna had organised for the Crew an easter egg hunt in the Hab. Matias found the most eggs but was nice enough to share it with the rest of the team. The girls finally had time to try and wash their hair while still trying to limit their water use, it was a fun sight to see while some other team members of the Crew did some Cardio on the static bike. For lunch we had couscous which we ate with pleasure. Digestion knocked us out so we all went for a nap, we’re also still adapting to the time difference between earth and mars so it was good to catch up on some lost sleep. We still had plenty of time in the afternoon to make cupcakes and play a little uno. We also took the opportunity to do some crew pictures in the afternoon which turned out perfectly. Not much to report in the station today, we have installed a nice routine and are happy in our little cocoon. A day to breathe has been nice and we’re excited to explore more of Mars tomorrow with our EVA’s. Tonight’s plan is to eat a pasta bake and watch a movie to end our relaxed Sunday on a high note.

Report title: Journalist Report
Crew #: 333
Position: Crew Journalist
Report prepared by: Joanna Galloway
Date: 04-04-2026
Sol: 6

Journalist Report Title (if applicable): Sol 6

Marie, Joanna and Antoine went out at 9.30am to scout the terrain at Somerville Overview. Once they laid eyes on the rolling landscape, they couldn’t contain their excitement. The terrain never felt so Martian, they could see the desert go on for miles and miles. It was impressive. After a short journey back to the station, they were greeted by rice and chicken salad, not an unknown dish to this crew during this journey. Zahraa and Matthias had been working on their experiments while Matias made lunch. The devastating news finally came out, it seemed like our greenhab had been devastated by some sort of martian rodent.

After lunch, it was time for Joanna and Matias to teach Antoine some boxing defensive moves before the boys had to head back out into EVA. They completed the first EVA by foot since our arrival by going to North Ridge and kept going to Kissing Camel Ridge West. It was a beautiful sight, like most of the views around here. They got to see the station from an above view which showed just how small we are compared to the vast martian views. They decided to get some cardio in and run the way back to the station. A feat considering the heavy equipment on them. They came back feeling pretty proud of themselves. Their EVA finished earlier than expected which allowed them to take a breath before preparing dinner.

Joanna and Marie alternated between cycling and pilates while Zahraa rested. Matthias was still working on his experiment in the greenhab and trying to recuperate what he could from the ravaged legumes. Since tomorrow is our day off, we are planning a movie night with burgers and fries which we are all very excited about!