• Iceberg Alley is a cold and gray area off the coast of St. John’s, Canada, which is known for its lack of sunshine.
• Glaciers in Greenland calve icebergs into the Labrador Sea, which then drift southward in an annual migration.
• Icebergs can contain ancient artifacts, chemicals, and air bubbles from the past, and are also incredibly pure.
• Ed Kean, a fifth-generation fisherman, harvests icebergs for their water, which is said to taste like water should.
• The process of harvesting involves shooting the icebergs, using poles and hooks to move them, and then winching them onto the boat.
• Sightseeing for icebergs is like being on safari, and tourists can take a boat tour to see them.
• The article discusses the process of harvesting icebergs in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.
• The process is labor-intensive and difficult, requiring the use of a crane, axes, and shovels.
• The author also goes on a sightseeing tour to view icebergs, and learns about the different types of icebergs from glaciologists.
• The article ends with the author reflecting on the success of Ed Kean, the “Captain Ahab of the Ice”, and his ability to “vanquish” icebergs.
• The author also mentions the local tradition of “screeching-in”, which involves reciting a vow, taking a shot of rum, and kissing a cod.
• Lastly, the author mentions the local beer, Iceberg, which is made with 20,000-year-old iceberg water.
Published January 27, 2023
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