1 Day to Go!

I'm so excited about my upcoming trip that I have butterflies in my stomach. My bags are packed and, for the most part, I'm ready to go.

So, what did I end up bringing? Well, I have a list for you:

• A week's change of clothes (I've been assured that the Elf Dry-Cleaning service is top-notch so I don't need to bring a whole closet).
• Laptop
• iPhone
• Digital Camera (I want some pictures of the Auroura Borealis, Santa's Rep told me photography will not be allowed of the actual North Pole Complex)
• Some Books
• GPS Device - Garmin Geko 201 - In case I get lost out on the ice.
• Telescope - Not going to pass up the crystal clear night sk. For those interested, I'm bringing a Meade 4.5" Telestar Newtonian Reflector. It's relatively portable and has a computer (I'm not very good at finding things in the night sky)
• Binoculars - Bushnell 16x32 Powerview - Should be great for observing polar bears from a SAFE distance.
• Picture of my Lovely Wife
• Really Warm Parka - Our sister store - TacticalStore was kind enough to provide me with a 5.11 Tactical Aggressor Parka. Sure to be plenty warm. If it's good enough for the military, it's good enough for me.
• Lots of Sweaters
• Snow Shoes
• Warm wool socks

I'm sure I'm forgetting something. I've got to get plenty of sleep tonight. My first flight leaves at 4:00 A.M. and then I have four more after that. It's going to be a long day. I'll be back online Wedneday when I get up there.

North Pole here I come!