QUESTION:
How can you tell direction in Antarctica?
        Jason N.
        3rd grade
        9 years old



ANSWER from Mary Lenox, Antartic Support Associates
            Palmer Station, Antarctica 
            Tue, 15 Apr 1997 11:51:58 -0500   

Hello, Jason.

When I first got to Palmer Station, I had a hard time figuring out 
which way each direction was.  The sun was setting in one direction, 
but I was told west was a slightly different direction.  It was 
confusing!  Then I studied the maps of the area to get my bearings.  
Now I know which way west is even if the sun is setting to the 
southwest.  Maps, landmarks, and compasses all help us to get our 
bearings.

I hope I answered your question.  

Cheers,
Mary Lenox