Arrival at Union Glacier
December 23, 2019
The team arrived at Union Glacier in Antarctica a couple of days ago. We are now waiting for our flight
The team arrived at Union Glacier in Antarctica a couple of days ago. We are now waiting for our flight
After being delayed in Punta Arenas for several days we got the sudden call to be ready to fly in
From where I live in the Toronto, Canada area getting to Antarctica is quite a long journey. The first leg
Food is fuel for our bodies. No food no go. The quality of the calories is also important. On a
This is a continuation of the clothing and gear requirements for an Antarctic expedition. Once we have arrived at the
This is a continuation of the clothing and gear requirements for an Antarctic expedition. Skiing:�For skiing I have covered the
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