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Aug 24
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Six people wearing winter gear and medals kneel and stand on snow in Antarctica, smiling and holding glasses. Snowy mountains are in the background, a flag is visible on the left, celebrating an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions achievement.

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

By General Interest
All eyes are on London 2012 as the Olympic Games close and the Paralympic Games begin. But those in the know are preparing for an unrelated and lesser known, but no less exciting competition - The Union Glacier International Sports Extravaganza. International Competitors and Unconventional Events The competition takes place…
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Mar 14
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A man in a suit smiles and holds up two open medal boxes with medals inside, standing before a wooden paneled wall with decorative arches—recognizing achievements related to Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Polar Medals Past and Present

By General Interest
Congratulations to Chris Jacobs, our Field Facilities Manager, who has been honored twice this year in the United Kingdom. He was awarded the MBE and Polar Medal for outstanding achievement and service in the field of polar research! Chris Jacobs Honored with Polar Medal Chris attended an investiture at Windsor Castle…
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Feb 16
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A green tent covered in snow stands in a snowy Antarctic landscape, surrounded by skis and poles upright in the snow, with the majestic mountains of Antarctica in the background.

2011-12 Expedition Wrap-up

By Expeditions, General Interest
Our 2011-12 season expeditions faced brutally cold early season temperatures and tough sledging conditions on historic and new routes to the South Pole. Expedition blogs described the ever-changing balance between the highlights and harsh realities of Antarctica, while cold and repetitive strain injuries; altitude and fitness concerns; and equipment problems…
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Jan 25
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Three climbers in red and blue winter gear stand on a snowy Antarctic ridge, surrounded by pristine peaks. One holds an ice axe aloft while another takes a selfie with reflective goggles—a classic moment from an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions adventure.

The Heritage of Discovery

By Climb Antarctica, Trip Report
One mountaineer, two guides, three weeks, ten first ascents. Exploratory alpinism at its finest. 10 First Ascents in the Heritage Range In December 2011, when the rest of Antarctica was celebrating the centenary of the first journey to the South Pole, Ralf Laier made his own contribution to the history…
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Jan 04
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Five explorers in heavy cold-weather gear pose on snowy ground at the South Pole with flags behind them, against a blank, icy backdrop. Two sit in front, three stand behind, all looking toward the camera.

Approaching the Scott Centenary

By Expeditions, General Interest
Approaching the Scott Centenary It has been 100 years since Robert Falcon Scott and his team arrived at the South Pole. But words from Scott's journal echo across time, capturing the landscape, the physical and mental hardships of polar expeditions, and above all, the dreams that inspire polar explorers. "Over the…
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