Auckland Island

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On route to the January, 1966 (I think)  picket at 60 South the USS Calcaterra transported a group of scientists to Auckland Island. They were to spend several weeks doing experiments on this uninhabited island. Click on the images for a larger view.

USS Calcaterra steaming towards Auckland Island.

Offloading their equipment and supplies.

Fantail stowage of Auckland Island equipment can't remember the name of these shipmates.

The usual mode of transportation for Auckland and Campbell Island visits.

New Zealand scientist heading to the island after unloading their supplies from Calcaterra.