Kanuku Dispatch Take Off
Training and Take Off for Adventure
Tools | Issues
I gained a new appreciation for dust on my trip to our training site at Pibiri Creek, 51 km south of Mabura Hill township. A timber company created Mabura Hill to house the loggers working here in what is now a forest concession for conservation. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 1
On the Expedition Trail
People | Species
Sucking us into the world beneath the road, the potholes on the way to Annai measure four feet deep in some spots. Remember that fine sticky dust I wrote about last time? That was transformed into fine sticky mud. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 2
Setting Camera Traps
Activity | Species
The scientists hit the ground running, getting to know the area. As we wander, the monkeys that we see act still and secretive, a sure sign that local people hunt here. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 3
Searching for a Better Site
People | Tools
I wake up in my hammock to the rush of the Kwitaro River, and take a quick dip in the water – being careful to stay between the boats so the current doesn't wash me away. Cool stuff is everywhere at this site, but the scientists are experiencing unexpected problems, and have turned into a seething mass of discontent. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 4
In the Kanukus
Activity | Species
We broke camp at dawn. Garbage bags flew to cover anything we don't want soaked. We tumbled pots and pans and assorted packets of beans and Flavor-aid all into the boat. We then broke down our camp, closed off the pit toilet, and head up to the Kanukus. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 5
In Search of Jaguars
People | Species
Did your mother ever tell you not to play with jaguars? I'm sure it never even occurred to my mother that this would be an issue, so I cheerfully accompany our scientists up the mountain in search of large jaguar paw-prints. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 6
Corona Falls
People | Tools
Up the Rewa from the mouth of the Kwitaro river we go, each on our own personal mission. Jan is looking for more small creeks and rocky pools to fish in. I am seeking a clear horizon for a strong signal to use the satellite phone. Today is sure to lead to another adventure! Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 7
The Living Jungle
Issues | Species
Sleeping in the jungle at night, I don't dream. How can anyone possibly dream with the energy of the forest living around you? Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Day 8
Coming Apart at the Seams
People | Issues
Good thing it is the last day of the trip! We are scrambling to finish collecting specimens and recording signs of wildlife now, since tomorrow will be exclusively for packing. Read the full dispatch >>
Kanuku Dispatch Wrap Up
Lethem
Activity | Species
Cornered between the Western Kanuku Mountains and Brazil, in the dusty frontier town of Lethem, we were suspended between our recent RAP adventures and returning to our "real lives". Read the full dispatch >>
Eastern Kanuku Mountains Preliminary Report
As a result of this RAP expedition, the Kanukus Mountains now have the highest bat diversity recorded for a single area in the world! Read more about the discoveries >>