Forest Canopy "Rafting"

In dense forests, most of the biologic activity happens in the forest canopy, far above the heads of researchers. There are various ways to get into the canopy, including simply climbing up, but one can only hang from a rope harness for so long.

For extended stays, scientists are now using a "canopy raft," dropped by a lighter-than-airship, that lets them stay for an extended time atop the canopy:



Check it out!
http://tinyurl.com/pd7egb