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A person in winter clothing stands next to a large South Pole sign in Antarctica, with snow and ice stretching behind. The sign honors Roald Amundsen and Robert F. Scott’s historic Antarctic expeditions.
Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together ExpeditionsSki South Pole – Axel HeibergSki South Pole – Hercules InletSki South Pole – Messner Start

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

Pulling together the details for a Ski South Pole expedition can be a challenge. How do you stay on track with all there is to do? ALE's Hannah McKeand gives some advice on equipment selection, your training regime and tracking down funding. Hannah is an avid explorer and experienced polar…
August 27, 2012
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.
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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