Berthing is available normally for a scientific party of thirteen. Assignment of berthing for the scientific party is the responsibility of the Chief Scientist. Bed linens and towels are provided in each cabin. If you require more during the cruise, the linen lockers are below decks and on the 01 deck.

It is the responsibility of the Chief Scientist to assure that all spaces, living and laboratory, used by his party are kept in safe and clean condition during the cruise. These spaces must be cleaned and left in good shape for the on-coming party at the end of each cruise.

Meals

Meal hours are posted in the mess room, and are ordinarily as follows:

Breakfast: 0730 - 0830
Lunch: 1130 - 1230
Dinner: 1730 - 1830

Persons are required to wear a shirt and shoes in the mess room, bathing suits are not permitted.  Be considerate of others, and come to meals as clean and neat as possible.

Please do not wait until the last minute to eat.  If operational factors (such as being on station) make it impossible for some of the scientific party to eat on schedule, notify the cook in advance so that arrangements can be made to accommodate the situation. Meals are self-service. A reasonable choice of food is provided; take all you want, but eat all you take. After you have finished eating, promptly clean and clear your space so that another may sit. Clean the plates and utensils you have used and leave them in the sink. Always separate your garbage. There are containers for plastic in the mess and the main lab. Use the trash compactor in the main lab for plastics. No plastic is to be thrown over the side. The Galley Staff eats after everyone else, so please be courteous. A night lunch will be left on the serving counter and in the small refrigerator beneath it. Do not enter the Galley or pantry. Those with special food problems, such as allergies or dietary restrictions, should consult the Marine Superintendent well in advance of the cruise; there is only a limited capability to cope with special cases.