Trips Archives - Page 6 of 8 - Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions

Nov 24

Bundled in winter gear with a frost-covered face, ski goggles, hat, and scarf, a person stands in a sunlit Antarctic landscape with icy formations—epitomizing the spirit of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

In the Spotlight – Devon McDiarmid

By Rachel Shephard General Interest, Ski South Pole – Messner Start No Comments

Leading a 50-60 day expedition across Antarctica takes a love of adventure, skill and experience, and equal doses of patience, flexibility, and humor. ALE Ski South Pole guide Devon McDiarmid has all that and more.

Oct 28

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A person in a red parka and winter gear rides a fat-tire bicycle across the vast, snowy landscape of Antarctica under a clear blue sky.

2013 Expedition Update

By Rachel Shephard Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

Scott Expedition begins their trek | Richard Parks reveals Project X | Daniel Burton's epic bike to the pole

Sep 30

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2013 Expedition Line-up

By Rachel Shephard Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

The Antarctic season fast approaches and expedition teams are getting ready to head south. Here is the line-up of 2013 ALE-supported expeditions.

Sep 16

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A snowy landscape at sunset near the South Pole with an American flag, a sign, and a tent on the right. The sun is low on the horizon, casting golden light over Antarctica’s snow-covered ground—likely part of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

South Pole Sunrise

By Rachel Shephard Antarctic Environment, General Interest, South Pole Flights No Comments

After 6 months 'night', the sun is an odd sight on the horizon and seeing it is a bit of a watershed moment. So says Keith, in his blog "Life at the South Pole".

Sep 01

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A person with blue eyes wears a thick fur-lined hood and a black face mask covered in frost, their features visible beneath ice crystals—a testament to the harsh conditions of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions at the South Pole.

The Scott Expedition Countdown

By Rachel Shephard Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

Ben Saunders and his fellow adventurer, Tarka L’Herpiniere, are only days away from departing on the longest unsupported polar journey in history. The Scott Expedition will attempt to re-trace and complete Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1,800 mile (2,900 km) Terra Nova Expedition route from Ross Island to the South Pole…

Jun 25

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A person in an orange hooded jacket smiles while sitting next to a shiny metallic sphere at the South Pole, Antarctica. The sphere reflects the person, flags, and snowy landscape—marking a moment with Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Top 5 Reasons to Fly to the South Pole

By Rachel Shephard General Interest, South Pole Flights No Comments

Wondering why you should fly to the South Pole? Here are our top five reasons...

May 14

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A night sky filled with stars and the Milky Way, vibrant green aurora borealis lights above a snowy, dark Antarctic landscape. A building from Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions is partially visible on the left side of the image.

South Pole Night Auroras & Yukimarimos

By Rachel Shephard General Interest, South Pole Overnight No Comments

With just one month to the Antarctic winter solstice, the South Pole is shrouded in darkness and temperatures have plummeted below -100F (-73C). And with the extreme conditions come spectacular displays of Aurora Australis, Yukimarimos, and 300 Club activities.

May 02

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A climber in a red jacket and helmet is secured with ropes on a snowy, rocky mountain slope in Antarctica, with steep cliffs and a clear sky in the background.

In the Spotlight – Seth Timpano

By Rachel Shephard General Interest, Ski Antarctica, Travel Safety & Guiding No Comments

Name: Seth Timpano Role: Travel Safety Manager 1st ALE Season: 2010 Nationality: USA Why did you want to work in the Antarctic? What was the attraction? Antarctica is one of the most extreme and remote places on the planet. It has endless potential for adventure and a unique beauty that is…

Feb 28

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Two skiers stand on a snowy rocky ledge overlooking a vast, snow-covered mountain landscape in Antarctica, with a sharp, prominent peak under a clear blue sky—an adventure made possible by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

History Repeating

By Rachel Shephard Climb Antarctica, General Interest, Mount Vinson, Trip Report No Comments

Ralf Laier’s thirst for making first ascents in the Ellsworth Mountains is undiminished! In 2011, Laier made 10 first ascents with his ALE guides. In 2012 he returned for more... First Ascents in the Sentinel Range Laier, an ALE guest, continued his 2011 quest for adventure by making the first ascents of Mount…

Feb 18

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Two climbers in winter gear, helmets, and sunglasses ascend a steep, snowy Antarctic slope using ice axes and crampons, connected by a safety rope, with rocky terrain nearby—an adventure inspired by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Climb Antarctica & Mount Vinson Trip Report

By Rachel Shephard Climb Antarctica, General Interest, Mount Vinson, Trip Report No Comments

It seemed a bit radical. Two young West Australians, with a fear of heights and flying, and no mountaineering or cold weather experience, embarking on a four-week adventure to climb Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. We left one of the hottest, flattest continents, bound for the coldest and…

Trips

In the Spotlight – Devon McDiarmid

2013 Expedition Update

2013 Expedition Line-up

South Pole Sunrise

The Scott Expedition Countdown

Top 5 Reasons to Fly to the South Pole

South Pole Night Auroras & Yukimarimos

In the Spotlight – Seth Timpano

History Repeating

Climb Antarctica & Mount Vinson Trip Report

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