This photo was taken in August, 2000, from a Twin Otter circling overhead while on approach to Summit Camp. You can see how the buildings are spread apart to minimize drifting, which is a major problem on the ice cap. Most of the camp activity revolves aroung the Big House and the Green House. Scientific research is conducted at the Swiss Tower and Science Trench, which border the clean air zone. Click on the different image features to learn more.