Seasonal Info
Climate Info
The arctic tundra really only seasons are
winter and summer. In the summer, the
sun is present 24 hours a day. In the
winter, however, there are weeks where
the summer never rises. The biodiversity
in the arctic tundra is relatively low, with
around 1700 species of plants and 48
land mammals. We suggest visiting in the
summer months because you can watch
various species of animals migrate to and
from the tundra. This includes herds of
caribou and migratory birds. Animals rely
on the tundra for its lack of predators,
abundant plants, insects, and fish.
The tundra is one of Earth's coldest and
harshest biomes. This biome’s
ecosystems are treeless regions found in
the Arctic and on the tops of mountains.
Tundra lands are snow-covered for much
of the year until summer brings a burst of
wildflowers. The Arctic tundra has an
average temperature of 10 to 20 degrees
Fahrenheit. The summer growing season
is just 50 to 60 days when the sun shines
24 hours a day. Precipitation is irregular
because of the Tundra's naturally cold,
dry and windy climate.
*On our tours you will view herds of
wildlife from the safety of our critically
acclaimed Tundra Lodge
*Data from Baker Lake, Canada
Works Cited
The Environment
Global warming is negatively impacting
the arctic tundra biomes. In the summer,
plants grow fast taking in carbon dioxide
from the atmosphere. This doesn’t last
long, however, before organic matter can
decay, it freezes again. Therefore, carbon
from the atmosphere that was in plants is
now frozen in permafrost. Then, when the
permafrost melts, the carbon is released
back into the atmosphere. Spreading
tourism around the Tundra is a vital part
of sustaining this ecosystem. Bringing
awareness to the changing climate and
receding animal population is crucial.
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By Will Dodds, Lucas Meek, Sam
Rosenstein and Lizzy Sagerson
Visiting and vacationing in the Artic
Tundra is not for the faint of heart. Our
tours contain intrepid endeavors along
with the viewing of an amazing
ecosystem containing fascinating
species. This amazing environment is
sure to be the experience of a lifetime!
Special Features!
Ecosystem Info
Wild Animal Adaptations
This is the earth's coldest biome! Since
the sun does not rise for nearly six
months of the year, it is not unusual for
the temperature to be below -30°F in
winter. The earth of the Arctic tundra has
permanently frozen subsoil, called
permafrost, which makes it impossible for
trees to grow.
Arctic plants are adapted to sweeping
winds and disturbances of the soil. Plants
group together to resist the cold
temperatures and are protected by the
snow during the winter. The growing
seasons are short and most plants
reproduce by budding & division.
Activity Option – For viewing the unique
and abundant plant and wildlife we
suggest hiking with our nature guides!
The Musk Ox grows two layers of fur. Air
is trapped in the short layer of fur and is
warmed by body heat. The layer of long
fur protects the Musk Ox from the wind
and water. The hooves of the Musk Ox
are also large and hard. During the winter
months, this adaptation allows the Musk
Ox to break the ice and drink the water
underneath.
Sweet Characteristics!
Tree-less
Low biotic diversity.
Mostly flat but contains
mountainous areas
• Frost molded landscape
• Short season of growth and
reproduction.
• Energy and nutrients in the form
of dead organic material.
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Large population oscillations.
• The soil is poor in nutrients, which
accounts for the low amount of
vegetation.
“4 out of 5 Stars!
Adventure of a lifetime!
Seeing constant sunlight
for four straight months was like being
born again. My favorite part was how
permafrost allows little room for deep
rooting plants and trees.”
-Kiplan Dynamite: Tundra Tourist April
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2014- July 2014
Animals can handle cold winters and
breed young quickly in the summer.
Arctic animals also have additional
insulation from fat. Many animals
hibernate during the winter because food
is not abundant. An alternative is to
migrate south in the winter. Because of
immigration and emigration, the
population continually oscillates.
Activity Option – For viewing wild animals
such as polar bears participants prefer
our tundra trailer excursions!
Unique Plant Adaptations
Arctic Willow grow close together and low
to the ground in order to survive. This
growing pattern helps the plant resist the
effects of cold temperatures and reduce
the damage caused by the impact of tiny
particles of ice and snow that are driven
by the dry winds.
5 Star Reviews!
"I had an amazing
time driving our
trailer alongside a herd of musk ox. The
ability to move along with different
migrating animal species was truly
invigorating!" -Michael Scott: Tundra
Tourist June 2015- August 2015