Uphill all day….

The team reported that they had a good day with clear, sunny weather, but more wind than the last few days with a speed of around 10 knots. Even with the relative warmth of -15C a wind of 10 knots add a sharp sting to the air. Needless to say they ate dinner inside tonight! … Continue reading Uphill all day…. →

Heavy sleds again…

Today the team reports a difficult day, with heavy sleds and low light.. They traveled 23 kilometers in 11 hours, and now “it is time for sleeping bags!” Dennis comments about finding the resupply yesterday, and compares it to the earlier expeditions of Amundsen and Scott. It”s only two days until the first of the … Continue reading Heavy sleds again… →

First resupply!

Today the team reported, amidst what sounded like a pretty good party, that they had reached the first resupply. Together in one tent they were celebrating their biggest milestone so far with a honest-to-goodness steak dinner, one of the special treats that awaited them at the resupply. They skied 15.8 km is 7 hours of … Continue reading First resupply! →

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Twelve Days Into The Expedition.

Tuesday 07th December 2011. Another great day for the team. They have ramped up their efforts and it is paying off with 25.2 kilometers in 10.5 hours of travel. They had balmy conditions yet again with approximately -15C and a slight wind. They are camping tonight at S 81.33.816, W 81.19.101. Below is a photo … Continue reading Twelve Days Into The Expedition. →