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Dec 22
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Two smiling men in fur-lined coats stand close together on snow at the South Pole, under a clear blue sky. One wears sunglasses and a brown hat; the other has a red parka and hat. Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions gear is visible in the background.

2011 South Pole Expedition Updates

By Expeditions, General Interest
Our thoughts may be turning to holidays and the New Year, but for expeditions in Antarctica, it's another day of snow, wind and marching toward the Pole. Some teams have completed their treks, while others continue skiing south. Centenary Expeditions Arrived at South Pole Sorpolen 1911-2011 completed the second-ever overland…
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Nov 10
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Ski equipment stands in the snow near bright tents at an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions campsite on a snowy mountain in Antarctica, with people in winter gear and snow-covered peaks beneath a clear blue sky.

The Mountain is now Open

By General Interest, Mount Vinson
Vinson Base Camp is officially "Open" and the first guests have arrived. ALE staff flew into the base camp recently to prepare for the arrival of the first climbers of the season. The camp, located at 7020 ft (2140 m) on the Branscomb Glacier, has been unoccupied since the end…
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Nov 02
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A person skis across a vast snowy landscape in Antarctica, pulling a sled loaded with gear under a bright sun and clear blue sky, supported by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

And they’re off…

By Expeditions, General Interest
Delays are to be expected – as any Antarctic explorer will tell you. Amundsen attempted to set off for the Pole on September 8, 1911 and was beaten back to Framheim by -58F (-50C) temperatures. He waited for 6 weeks before finally departing on October 19. 2011 Expeditions on Their Way…
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Oct 26
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A row of small orange tents and equipment are set up on a vast, snow-covered plain in Antarctica under a cloudy sky, with distant mountains visible on the horizon—an expedition scene typical of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions near the South Pole.

Science Updates

By General Interest, Science
An ancient lake hidden deep beneath West Antarctica's Ice Sheet may reveal vital clues about climate change and future sea level rises, and uncover new forms of life, according to a group of UK engineers and scientists. 2011 Science Updates Sub-glacial Lake Ellsworth Project (SLE) British Antarctic Survey (BAS) engineers…
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Oct 18
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A person stands beside a sled and several dogs in a snowy landscape, with a tent and more dogs in the background—an expedition scene reminiscent of early journeys across Antarctica.

Amundsen and Scott Reflections

By General Interest
October 19th 1911. Scott bides his time at Cape Evans, his South Pole departure set for November 1. Amundsen is ready to set-off as soon as the ‘storms and gales’ abate. The race to the Pole is about to begin… A century later the triumph and tragedy of Amundsen and…
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Oct 11
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A group of men in fur coats stand by a Norwegian flag in Antarctica’s snowy landscape, with a tent and sled dogs resting nearby under a clear blue sky.

2011 Expeditions

By Expeditions, General Interest
South Pole expedition fever is high! 2011 marks the centenary of Amundsen's and Scott’s expeditions to the South Pole. Historic events are top-of-mind and we are proud to support a number of Centenary expeditions. Centenary Expeditions Many expeditions plan to arrive at the Pole either for Amundsen’s or Scott’s Centenary…
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Oct 03
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A vintage celestial map filled with colorful illustrations of zodiac signs, mythological creatures, and constellations, featuring ornate borders and figures—and even referencing the South Pole for an artistic take on the night sky.

Traces of Antarctica

By Antarctic History, General Interest, Punta Arenas
If the word 'history' makes your eyelids droop, then think again...A new historic walking circuit in Punta Arenas, Chile brings to life the stories of Antarctic explorers and the role of Punta Arenas as Gateway to Antarctica. Historic Antarctic Circuit The historic circuit includes 26 sites in the center of Punta Arenas,…
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Jul 14
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New Lake Ellsworth Website

By General Interest, Science
The Sub-glacial Lake Ellsworth Consortium have launched a new website for the Lake Ellsworth drilling project. www.ellsworth.org.uk The website gives a great overview of the project, which will look for life in Antarctic sub-glacial lakes. There are sections on science goals; engineering and logistics challenges; and how the environment will…
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Jun 13
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A woman with short brown hair sits at a wooden desk in an office, smiling up at the camera. A calendar, notebook, pens, and laptop are on the desk—a typical day at Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions as she plans upcoming work in Antarctica.

ALE welcomes Stephanie Taylor

By Press Release
Stephanie Taylor has worked in the travel industry for 15 years - and has loved every minute of it. Stephanie joins our Salt Lake City office as Client Services Manager, where her main focus will be working with guests and travel agents. Stephanie graduated with a degree in Travel, Tourism…
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