In November 1935, Noonan and Gatty embarked in the schooner Kinkajou to investigate Baker, Howland, and Jarvis islands and conduct meteorological observations. During this voyage, Gatty and the crew of the Kinkajou were marooned briefly on Baker Island, and saved themselves from starvation by Gatty's extensive knowledge of sea bird habits.
In November 1935, Noonan and Gatty set sail on the schooner Kinkajou to explore Baker, Howland, and Jarvis islands and gather meteorological data. During this journey, Gatty and the crew of the Kinkajou were stranded briefly on Baker Island, and they survived a period of hunger by utilizing Gatty's in-depth understanding of seabird behaviors.