2022-2023 Field Season (#22)

Report title: Sol Summary Report
Crew #: 333
Position: Crew Commander
Report prepared by: Marie Jansen
Date: 07–04–2026
Sol: SOL 9

Summary Title: Adapting Through the Challenges
Mission Status: A slightly tougher day today, but the finish line is in sight.
Sol Activity Summary:
We woke up at 8:00 AM this morning and started the day on a sweet note with homemade pancakes. The first team then headed out for an EVA, made up of Antoine, Matthias, Zahraa, and Marie. The departure took slightly longer than expected due to a microphone issue, but the team adapted quickly and the problem was resolved without further complications. The EVA itself went well, Antoine’s experiment was a great success, and the team thoroughly enjoyed discovering the location. There was some difficulty hearing CapCom once on site, although communication remained one-way functional as CapCom could hear us clearly.
The team returned at noon and sat down to a delicious omelette prepared by Matias. A short rest followed before the second EVA got underway, with Matias, Antoine, and Joanna heading out. Unfortunately, this outing came with its share of challenges. The rovers used during the morning had not recharged properly despite three hours on charge, leaving the team with limited options. A decision was made for Joanna to return to the base, allowing Antoine and Matias to carry out the experiment with the available resources.
Upon the boys’ return, the team attended to a couple of small matters, the light in the Science Dome, which had been accidentally switched off the previous evening, was restored, and the boys also took the time to fix the GreenHab door.
To close out the day, the crew gathered for a team meeting. Tensions within the group have been somewhat more present lately, and it felt important to address them openly and bring things back into balance. Dinner tonight will be a comforting one: cheddar nachos and pasta to end the day on a warm note.

Look Ahead Plan:
Tomorrow, we will be running the same two EVAs as today, but with different crew members, in order to complete Antoine’s experiments. We have also planned to film a short video presenting our experiments for our social media channels. Outside of that, the day will follow our usual routine.

Anomalies in work: Nothing particular to report. On the equipment side however, the rover Opportunity is currently out of service.

Weather: It was hot today, making the afternoon EVA particularly challenging for the crew.

Crew Physical Status:
Mentally, things are a little more challenging these days, but physically the crew is holding up well. One minor foot injury to note, though nothing serious.

EVA:
As mentioned earlier in today’s report, both EVAs have been covered in detail above. No additional information to add beyond what has already been noted.

Reports to be filed:
Sol Summary
Operations Report
Greenhab Report
Journalist Report
EVA Reports
EVA Requests
Daily photos

Support Requested: none

Report title: Sol Summary Report
Crew #: 333
Position: Crew Commander
Report prepared by: Marie Jansen
Date: 06–04–26
Sol: 8

Summary Title: Double Mission Day
Mission Status: All is well, we are now closer to the end than to the beginning.
Sol Activity Summary:

We woke up at 8:00 AM this morning and started the day with a bowl of cereal before the first team headed out for an EVA at 9:00 AM. Joanna, Zahraa, Matthias, and Marie were the first to depart, making their way to Cowboy Corner to carry out Joanna’s experiment. There, they performed a series of communication movements using the Tap Strap. Once the experiment was complete, the team took the opportunity to set up the tripod and camera for some group photos, with the stunning mountain visible in the distance providing a beautiful backdrop.

Back at the station, Antoine and Matias used the time to plan ahead, mapping out the upcoming EVAs to ensure all experiments can be completed before our departure. Upon the first team’s return, we prepared lunch together, making the most of our leftovers alongside a warm and comforting soup.

In the afternoon, it was the turn of Matias, Antoine, and Joanna, who headed out to the same location to conduct the same experiment. They also took advantage of the outing to capture some footage with the drone before making their way back to the MDRS.

In the meantime, Zahraa and Matthias took some well-deserved rest, while Marie hopped on the bike for a cycling session during CapCom. After everyone returned, the crew wound down together. Matthias tended to the GreenHab, and Matias took charge of dinner, treating the team to tuna burgers.

Look Ahead Plan:

Tomorrow, we have planned to carry out Matias and Antoine’s experiment at Green Mars View, split across two teams. The first team, made up of Matthias, Antoine, Zahraa, and Marie, will also take a small detour through Lyth Canyon to discover the area. The second team, consisting of Antoine, Matias, and Joanna, will head out after the experiment to explore the Special Region.

As for the rest of the day, we will be keeping to our usual routine: exercise, meals, rest, and a few rounds of cards.

Anomalies in work: none
Weather:
The weather today was simply delightful. Temperatures were mild and perfectly suited for EVA operations.
Crew Physical Status: Nothing to report.

EVA:
Both EVAs went smoothly. No additional information beyond what is covered in the daily summary, except that during the first EVA, the team had to switch vehicles as Curiosity was not sufficiently charged.

Reports to be filed:
Sol Summary
Operations Report
Greenhab Report
Journalist Report
Astronomy Report
EVA Reports
EVA Requests
Daily photos
Support Requested:none