Hello Emma - I have forwarded your request to the general staff at AVO; if anyone is able to accomodate this request, they will write you directly. However, I do know that many of us will be traveling during that specific week in October. Thank you, Cheryl Cameron -------- Emma Sandler wrote: To Whom it May Concern, I am a journalist with Medill Reports and I have been tasked with shadowing a volcano researcher between October 26 through the 29, 2015 (there is some flexibility with these dates if required). I am interested in closely observing, shadowing and documenting the work of someone at the AVO. The primary purpose of this visit would be to better understand the work that the AVO does and the sciences behind their work, but I am interested in writing a story for publication on my experiences with the AVO as well. I should mention that this is being financed by Medill Reports and AVO will not have to financially sponsor my travel, food, or hospitality. Please let me know the further steps required. Sincerely, Emma Sandler -- Cheryl Cameron Geologist, Alaska Volcano Observatory Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys voice: 907-451-5012 fax: 907-451-5050