Cool Reads
The next best thing to being in Antarctica is reading about it. So we've compiled a list of the top polar stories to keep you cool all year long.
MediaJune 23, 2015
In the Spotlight – Scott Woolums
We're not bragging when we say that ALE guides are some of the most experienced and talented guides around. Meet Scott Woolums, who has 30+ years of guiding experience under his belt, including seven Everest summits, 40+ Denali expeditions, and innumerable expeditions to other 'fun corners of the world.'
MediaApril 29, 2015
The Geology of The Ellsworth Mountains
The glaciated and alpine topography of the Sentinel Range in the Ellsworth Mountains provides excellent climbing terrain for mountaineers with eight of the ten highest peaks in Antarctica being located here. While the majority of visitors to the area come to climb, this region of the continent has plenty to…
MediaMarch 31, 2015
Imperial Inspiration
2015 marks the centenary of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Shackleton's story is one of the most celebrated survival stories of all time and continues to inspire modern day explorers.
MediaMarch 20, 2015
Tea or Cocoa? Fueling the Debate
With its hot, filling, rejuvenating qualities, cocoa has been an essential staple on all the major expeditions to the North and South Poles. Men would drink cup after cup of it as a bulwark against the morale and strength-sapping task of trudging across an icy, austere landscape. But explorers have…
MediaMarch 19, 2015
New Highs on Vinson
2014-15 marks the busiest Antarctic season on record for Mount Vinson ascents.
MediaFebruary 5, 2015
Russian Climbers Safe on Mount Vinson
Media reports that a group of Russian climbers were lost on Mount Vinson are incorrect. All climbers are safe and well and the group is in regular contact with Vinson Base Camp.
MediaJanuary 14, 2015
2014-15 Expedition Update
It's January and the 2014 Antarctic Ski South Pole expeditions are closing in on their goal. Here's a re-cap of who is on the trail and how they're doing... Antarctique Solo - Solo Kite Skiing Traverse Route: Novolazarevskaya – Pole of Inaccessibility - South Pole - Hercules Inlet Skier: Frédéric…
MediaJanuary 2, 2015
