Manned Mock Mars Mission Wrapping up in Hawaii

The Hawaii Space Exploration Analog and Simulation (HI-SEAS) is nearing the end of its 120-day mission on the northern slope of Mauna Loa.

Since mid-April, six people have been living in a space habitat located 8,000 feet (2,440 meters) above sea level, on a barren lava field that is as Mars-like an environment as you can find on Earth. They've acted as though they were the first human explorers on Mars, not only conducting various science experiments and going out into the field dressed in simulated spacesuits, but also making meals with food that could survive the long voyage to the Red Planet.