QUESTION:
How long does the scientist stay in Antarctica at one time? 

      Katie W.
      Mrs. Garvin's Class
      Mauldin Elementary
      Mauldin, SC


ANSWER from Mary Lenox, ASA, Administrative Coordinator
            Palmer Station, Antarctica
            Fri, 21 Mar 1997 14:01:12 -0500 

Hello, Katie.

There are many scientists that visit Antarctica and they all stay 
different lengths of time.  Some may just stay a week to make sure 
their equipment is functioning properly, or they may be here for 
many months gathering data.

Cheers,
Mary Lenox