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Five people in heavy winter gear stand close together at the South Pole, smiling around a reflective silver sphere atop a red and white pole, with a blue Antarctic sky in the background.
Ski to the South Pole – Getting Started ExpeditionsSki South Pole – Axel HeibergSki South Pole – Hercules InletSki South Pole – Messner Start

Ski to the South Pole – Getting Started

Skiing to the South Pole is an incredible, life changing experience. But how to get started? And what’s involved? We asked ALE's Hannah McKeand to give us some tips. Hannah is an avid explorer and experienced polar guide. She has skied to the South Pole more times than anyone else; has…
May 23, 2012
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 General Interest

Polar Medals Past and Present

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…
March 14, 2012
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 ExpeditionsGeneral Interest

2011-12 Expedition Wrap-up

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…
February 16, 2012