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Jan 24

A lone person in winter gear pulls a sled across a vast, snowy Antarctic landscape under a clear sky, with long shadows stretching out behind them—showcasing the spirit of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Henry Worsley

By Media Expeditions, Press Release No Comments

It is with great sadness that we report that polar expeditioner Henry Worsley died at a hospital in Punta Arenas, Chile yesterday after complications caused by bacterial peritonitis. Henry returned from Antarctica on January 23 after nearly completing his Shackleton Solo Expedition.

Nov 24

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A person wearing a blue knit hat with a pom-pom, dark sunglasses, and a thick brown winter coat stands outside in a snowy, sunlit landscape—ready for Antarctica with Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions gear.

In the Spotlight – Carl Alvey

By Media General Interest, Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet No Comments

Carl first came to Antarctica as a guest in 2004, on a student Ski Last Degree expedition. He fell in love with the wide open spaces, the cold, the remoteness and of course the adventure. Since then, he keeps finding a way to get back to the ice each season.

Nov 22

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A close-up view of several skiers at a starting gate in Antarctica, skis lined up side by side on the snow, ready to race. A red and white striped gate pole stands in the foreground, hinting at Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions near the South Pole.

2015 Expedition Line-up – Inspired by Shackleton

By Media Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

This season, six expeditions will ‘...go to the region of ice and snow...’, each hoping to reach the South Pole – or perhaps beyond – and challenge themselves along the way.

Sep 01

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Two climbers in winter gear stand on a snowy Antarctic slope, roped together, with one waving at the camera. Rocky cliffs and another snow-covered peak rise under a clear blue sky—an adventure with Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

In the Spotlight – David Hamilton

By Media General Interest, Mount Vinson No Comments

ALE Mount Vinson Guide, David Hamilton, has 28 years of experience as a high altitude guide in all of the world’s major mountain ranges, with 25 expeditions to peaks over 7,500m and (almost) all the 7 summits 3 or more times.

Jun 23

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Cool Reads

By Media Antarctic History, Antarctic Odyssey, Emperors & Explorers, South Pole Overnight No Comments

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.

Apr 29

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A person kite skiing on a snowy plain in Antarctica, beside a steep, shadowed mountain slope under a clear blue sky—a thrilling adventure made possible by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

In the Spotlight – Scott Woolums

By Media General Interest, Mount Sidley No Comments

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.'

Mar 31

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A man in a parka stands on a vast, snowy landscape in Antarctica, with rugged, snow-covered mountains in the background under a clear blue sky, showcasing the spirit of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

The Geology of The Ellsworth Mountains

By Media Antarctic Environment, Antarctic Odyssey, General Interest, Science No Comments

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…

Mar 20

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A tracked vehicle pulls a large sled loaded with supplies across a snowy landscape in Antarctica, while two people in heavy winter clothing walk nearby. The scene suggests Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions during a polar supply transport.

Imperial Inspiration

By Media Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

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.

Mar 19

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Black-and-white photo of various food rations on paper, including a stack of rectangular blocks, a round can, sugar cubes, and tea leaves—supplies reminiscent of what explorers once relied on during early South Pole expeditions in Antarctica.

Tea or Cocoa? Fueling the Debate

By Media Antarctic History, General Interest, Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg, Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet, Ski South Pole – Messner Start No Comments

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…

Feb 05

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Three climbers in winter gear ascend a rocky, snow-covered mountain ridge in Antarctica, with a vast expanse of snow and distant peaks visible under a clear sky.

New Highs on Vinson

By Media General Interest, Mount Vinson, Trip Report No Comments

2014-15 marks the busiest Antarctic season on record for Mount Vinson ascents.

Trips

Henry Worsley

In the Spotlight – Carl Alvey

2015 Expedition Line-up – Inspired by Shackleton

In the Spotlight – David Hamilton

Cool Reads

In the Spotlight – Scott Woolums

The Geology of The Ellsworth Mountains

Imperial Inspiration

Tea or Cocoa? Fueling the Debate

New Highs on Vinson

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