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General Interest

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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Apr 13
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A person in a purple parka and goggles points at a large sign reading Geographic South Pole with expedition dates, quotes, and a map of Antarctica. Snow and blue sky set the scene for this Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions moment.

Amundsen and Scott Centenaries

By General Interest
It's been 100 years since Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott raced to the South Pole. 2011-12 marks the 100 year anniversary of Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott’s arrival at the South Pole. Their heroic exploits captured the imagination of a generation and opened up the interior of Antarctica…
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Apr 03
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An orange snowcat vehicle in Antarctica, operated by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions, pulls a long metal beam attached to a large black rubber tire, both connected with ropes and cables across the snowy landscape.

ALE Supports Antarctic Science

By General Interest, Science
Scientists from the Centro de Estudios Cientificos, of Valdivia Chile, continued glacier flow rate and bedrock studies in the Ellsworth Mountains, using ground penetrating radar. During their 2010 fieldwork they extended our knowledge of sub-glacial lakes near Lake Ellsworth. We were pleased to once again host a team from the National…
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