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Inferno of Snow

May 22, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Bengt: This was a cold and windy day. We only did 6 hours. We were all packed in, goggles, facemasks and extra layers. The scenery is magic, blue sky and sun straight above us, but an inferno of snow on the ground. We had a warm and nice lunch inside the tent halfway. Came early into camp and had a good evening meeting in the 4 man Spitbergen tent. In total we have 3 tents. Two of them are made for 3 people and the big one is for 4 people. They are all tunnel tents made by Helsport, one of our co-op partners. All the poles are double-poled, so they can handle heavy wind.

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The Daily Routine

May 21, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Bengt: Sunny and nice weather, cold last night…In total we did 30km, very happy about that. As always we started the day with outmeal porridge. Børge’s secret recipe. 180grams that we mix with hot water. During the day we eat chocolate, nuts, cheese, freeze-dried fruit, chips, noodles, salami and biscuits. In the night we have dinner in a lot of different tastes, made my Real Turmat. Every night we have a meeting in the big tent so everyone knows the plan for tomorrow. Our plan tomorrow is skiing for 9 hours. Divided into 8 legs with a 10 minute breaks in-between. The midday break is longer, we even put up a telt as shelter. All good here, cheers!

The whole team!Antarctic Heritage Trust
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Made it to Raven

May 20, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Bengt: A cold and windy morning, but sunshine! We woke up in the shadow of the dome after a cold night. Wind is still from the east – 8-10 m/s, temp in the 20’s. On our way we passed the runway and camp Raven which is about 3km from the station. In the summer season Raven is manned by a team of two who maintains a training airstrip for the US Air Force. It used to be a place we stopped by to say hi, sometimes for a coffee. But now with a new crew and perhaps new regulations adventurers are not welcome.
So we silently passed by. Looked to the right and left to see if there were any planes coming in, and heded towards 127 degrees on the compass. Which is our heading to the eastern icefall. Today we did 25km, wind settled in the end, now we are enjoing a real dinner, before going to sleep.

The teamAntarctic Heritage Trust
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DYE 2

May 20, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Bengt: Nice day, with changing wind. We could see the DYE station when we started, some 20 kilometres away. We had a brief moment with weather coming over us, then it was gone. The station kept growing as we got further, but it seemed like we never got to it, and then finally we were there. We had a real dinner before we went in to see this monster from the inside.
The building got left in the late 80’s, and it really looks that way on the inside. Paint is falling off the walls, and the interior is moved around, some places are in bits and pieces. It is really good to have reached this milestone. It took forever, with slow progress and 3 days of heavy storms. Now we look forward to the next milestone – the summit. Well, not really the summit of the cap, but for us the highest point of our journey.

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Tent Bound

May 19, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Nigel: Well the storm that was predicted arrived! It was a beauty too. Winds over 30 metres per second peaking with gusts over 38 m/s. The hard work we had put in digging down and building a wall paid dividends and we were well protected despite the elements. With only room for 2 tents it was a squash and with 4 of us squeezed in one tent like sardines there wasnt much room. Upside was it was a great chance to sleep and rest bodies as we have some big days ahead. Late afternoon the wind eased and we dug the camp and pulkas out. Quite a job. We set off early evening and the wind died completely. It was glorious. We were excited to see DYE 2 in the distance for the first time. Pitching camp in the late evening we were glad to be back on the move.

Setting up camp – Ousland Polar Exploration

Setting up camp – Ousland Polar Exploration

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Unlucky 13?

May 17, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

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From Bridget: Unlucky number 13… or lucky. A hurricane is on its way with winds blasting us with speeds of up to 120km/hr. A comforting thing to encounter in a wide open landscape with nothing to protect us. Yay another rest day bunking down for an extra few hours of peace and tranquility while the wind roars and shakes our tents like a pepper shaker gently massaging us from all directions as its picks up the walls and floors constantly. There is nothing like catching up on a few extra hours sleep while it sounds like you’re camped underneath a 747 taking flight.  Thank god Bengt tied our tents down with a climbing rope and snow anchor.

The wind doesnt seem as crazy as the last storm either as we built a huge snow wall that mother nature enforced with more deposits of snow. Our camp is solid after six hours of digging and building! Such a surreal scene to encounter, wind so strong it was hard to stand up, the sun eerily peeping through the clouds and all of us digging like mad before it got stronger. And now we get to wait it out playing games and reading.

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Tea with Lemon AND Milk

May 17, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

How do you take your tea? Probably not with milk AND lemon juice! This rather peculiar combination may not have been one of Nansen’s best inventions.

Nansen’s expedition team were only a week or so into the crossing but had already encountered hideous storm conditions, and were fighting unquenchable thirsts. With their drinking water limited, Nansen struck upon the ‘brilliant notion’ of adding citric acid to the group’s tea for extra refreshment. However, they had forgotten about the condens…ed milk which they’d already added to their cups. The result, as Nansen described, was a disaster…

The original crossingPublic domain

“…our disappointment when we saw the milk sink to the bottom and slowly curdle was indescribable. We drank the mixture however, and I, who, as the inventor and patentee was bound to set a good example, could say no less than that I found the refreshing qualities of the tea increased by the addition of citric acid in spite of the unwelcome lumps of curd. But this dictum did not meet with general acceptance, and the experiment was never repeated.”

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Helicopters and Cold War Bases

May 16, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Nigel: Probably the coldest day so far with a keen wind meaning most opted for goggles and big over-gloves at least for the morning. Skiing into the wind the view is unchanging – flat and white. We strained our eyes to see DYE 2, our next destination point without luck. It is a remnant of the Cold War, an American radar warning site. Mid afternoon we heard a noise and were amazed to see a helicopter fly overhead. We skied on. Excitement today was changing long skis for short ones, which will help with glide and speed. Another 20km day.

Big shout out to Miss Wilkinson, Chris W and class at Christchurch South Intermediate who are following the journey!

Roll on tomorrow.

Making the crossing - Ousland Polar ExplorationAntarctic Heritage Trust

Making the crossing – Ousland Polar Exploration

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Birthday Boy!

May 15, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018

From Bengt: We started the day with a happy birthday song for Keith. Bridget made a fantastic birthday card that we all signed, which Keith got after the song.
Keith is the one who is documenting this trip and therefore is the one who always have to walk the longest in a day. He needs to be ahead, in the back, far away, and in the situation – all at the same time… a job that Keith does very well, we all look forward to seeing the result. We did 8 hours of walking yesterday, that gave us 20km. Some wind straight in our face, but realy nice surface. We are now almost at 1800m above sea. We even saw signs of life, two packs of geese. Camp is 52km from Dye2

KeithAntarctic Heritage Trust
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No Dogs in Sight

May 14, 2018 - Inspiring Explorers'™ Updates - 2018
BridgetAntarctic Heritage Trust

From Bengt: At 0630 the wind settled down, and we quickly understood that we could move. We used a long time to dig out the tents, but finally could start moving.

In the second break, what we thought was a dog-team yesterday came skiing towards us.

It was an English team of six, which is also crossing the cap. No dogs there 🙂

We spent some time talking before we headed away on a slightly different course. In all we did 8 legs of 50min that gave is 17km – all good!

 

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Join the Antarctic Heritage Trust on an immersive virtual reality experience. Explore the five rooms of Hillary's expedition base and interact with the building and its objects to trigger key stories connected to exploration, scientific discovery, and the daily life of Hillary and his team on the Ice.

The VR experience is available:
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Tuesday 26 - Friday 29 September
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Suitable for ages 9 and up, this is a free event with no bookings required. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! ❄️🏠🌍

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Our Inspiring Explorers are getting ready for our Our Inspiring Explorers are getting ready for our upcoming Inspiring Explorers Expedition™ – South Georgia: one of the most difficult-to-reach locations on earth, with unmatched levels of biodiversity, incredible geography, and a pivotal setting for the legendary exploits (and final resting place) of Sir Ernest Shackleton. The Trust cares for Shackleton’s only Antarctic expedition base.

We are thrilled to share this expedition with you, as our team of 22 young New Zealanders honour the centenary year of Shackleton’s final expedition (the ‘Quest’) which journeyed to South Georgia and marked the end of the heroic-era of Antarctic exploration.

We’ll be sharing the inspiring stories of Shackleton and his expeditions, as well as providing daily updates on our modern-day Inspiring Explorers as they journey to and explore South Georgia first-hand. They depart New Zealand on Thursday 28 September – keep an eye out for more updates coming soon!

Learn what to expect from our upcoming incredible Inspiring Explorers Expedition™ to South Georgia on our website (link in bio) and across our social channels.

📸 Two crew members from the Endurance at the top of Mount Duse, South Georgia, looking down to the Grytviken whaling station. Endurance can be seen anchored in King Edward Cove. ©Frank Hurley

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Exciting news! 🎉 Antarctic Heritage Trust's Hi Exciting news! 🎉

Antarctic Heritage Trust's Hillary's Antarctic Hut Virtual Reality Experience is coming to Gisborne's HB Memorial Library these school holidays!

Explore Sir Edmund Hillary's Antarctic hut through this groundbreaking VR experience and celebrate New Zealand's first presence in Antarctica. Don't miss out!

FREE for all aged nine and over, no bookings required. Please allow 15 minutes for each VR session. See you there! 🌍🏔️❄️

10am to 4pm
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#OnThisDay in 1921, Shackleton's final expedition #OnThisDay in 1921, Shackleton's final expedition to Antarctica, the Shackleton-Rowett 'Quest' Expedition 1921-22, set sail for Antarctica from St Katherine Docs in London.

Shackleton initially planned to lead an expedition to the Arctic, however, delays and lack of financial support led to the expedition being changed to an ambitious two-year Antarctic programme funded by British businessman John Q. Rowett. Unfortunately, from the very beginning Shackleton's fourth Antarctic expedition did not go to plan.

Largely as a result of engine difficulties the crew spent a month in Rio de Janeiro causing plans to cross to Antarctica via South Africa to be abandoned. Instead, Shackleton decided to set sail for South Georgia and its nearby regions. It quickly became apparent the constant difficulties appeared to take a toll on Shackleton's physical and mental health, so much so, that members of the crew noted concerns in their diaries.

On 4 January 1922, 'Quest' arrived at Grytviken whaling station, South Georgia, abruptly followed by the death of Shackleton on the following day. Under the leadership of Frank Wild, the expedition continued for a further three-months but fell well short of its goal of circumnavigating Antarctica.

📸 Scouts James Marr and Norman Mooney raising the Union Flag on board the 'Quest' before departure on 17th September 1921. John Quiller Rowett on right. Copyright unknown.

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#OnThisDay in 1922 the late Sir Ernest Shackleton' #OnThisDay in 1922 the late Sir Ernest Shackleton's expedition ship 'Quest' arrived back at Plymouth harbour, England one year after departing St Katherine Docs on the Shackleton - Rowett Expedition 1921-22. The death of Shackleton, and the completion of the 'Quest' voyage, marked the end of the Heroic Age of Antarctic exploration. The expeditions to Antarctica from this point, were of a different nature than their predecessors, and became known as the 'mechanical age'.

Commander Frank Wild, who led the expedition following Shackleton's death, said the expedition had been disappointing owing to the weather and a bad ice season. However, they achieved great scientific results and retrieved a large number of deep sea and biological samples along the journey, inaccessible islands were geologically and ethnologically examined and South Georgia was geologically surveyed.

Later this month our ninth Inspiring Explorer Expedition™ will depart New Zealand for South Georgia Island giving 22 young people the opportunity to connect with the legacy that the Trust cares for and embrace their spirit of exploration. The expedition will honour Sir Ernest Shackleton's final 'Quest' expedition and will include a visit to the final resting place of 'The Boss' himself at the small cemetery in Grytviken.

📸 Waikato Times newspaper excerpt after the return of 'Quest' © Stuff Ltd is the copyright owner for the Waikato Times.

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🏔️ Our Inspiring Explorers™ are preparing f 🏔️ Our Inspiring Explorers™ are preparing for the first Kiwi attempt of Mount Worsley on South Georgia Island! 🏔️

Over the weekend our climbing team of Millie Mannering, Lily Green, Sasha Cheng, Sam West, and Trust Emeritus Executive Director Nigel Watson, embarked on a pivotal training shakedown at Aoraki/Mount Cook, run by our expert guides for the climb, Lydia Bradey and Dean Staples. @lydiabradey @deanostaples

This weekend was all about meticulous preparation:

🏕️ Before setting off our guides checked and tested every item of clothing and equipment the team will be using for their climb of Mount Worsley and took the team through a full health and safety briefing.

🚁 Next, the team flew into Plateau Hut in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Over the next two days they refreshed their climbing, rope work, glacier travel and crevasse rescue skills and honed their cold-weather camping skills, testing their tents and cooking setups.

🙌 This weekend allowed the team to grow even closer, fostering the camaraderie necessary for the challenges ahead and strengthening the bonds within this remarkable team.

Our thanks go out to guides Lydia and Dean for their expert guidance during this journey. 🙏

Excitement is building as the team’s departure for South Georgia nears! We're eager to share this incredible journey with you all! Follow our Inspiring Explorers Expedition™ – South Georgia on our website (link in bio) and across our social channels 🌏🏔️

��📸 Sasha Cheng ©AHT�/Lily Green, The climbing team prior to departure for Plateau Hut (L-R) Millie Mannering, Lily Green, Lydia Bradey, Sam West, Nigel Watson, Shak, Sasha Cheng, Dean Staples ©AHT, (L-R) Sam West and Sasha Cheng during cold-weather camping practice ©AHT, Millie Mannering ©AHT�/Lily Green, The climbing team practicing teamwork and climbing skills ©AHT/Sam West, Dean Staples pointing the way to pitching practice location on Glacier Dome ©AHT

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#OnThisDay in 1874, Carpenter, Shipwright and Anta #OnThisDay in 1874, Carpenter, Shipwright and Antarctic Explorer Henry (Harry) McNish was born in Port Glasgow, Scotland, the third of eleven children.

McNish was part of Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic 'Endurance' Expedition (1914-17) where he served as the ship's carpenter, earning himself the name "Chippy". He is also often referred to as McNeish and is even named as such on his gravestone. Famously, McNish had the only ship's pet, a cat named Mrs Chippy who was greatly loved by McNish and the crew that named him.

McNish was highly respected as a carpenter and worked tirelessly to aid the expedition in a way that only he was able to do, building and repairing various items. He spent hours standing up to his waist in the freezing water to build a cofferdam to prevent the 'Endurance' from flooding and taking her down sooner and was experienced enough to know the point at which the ship couldn't be saved from the pressure of the ice crushing her. After 'Endurance' sank, McNish worked on the lifeboats to ready them for their journeys to Elephant Island, raising the gunwales (boat sides) and fitting small decks on the 'James Caird' for the epic journey to South Georgia. McNish was also one of the men, led by Shackleton, that completed this incredible journey aboard the 'James Caird'.

After the expedition McNish returned to the Merchant Navy and eventually secured a job with the New Zealand Shiping company, moving there in 1925 and working on the Wellington waterfront until an injury ended his career. His health continued to deteriorate and he sadly died destitute in 1930. McNish is buried in the Karori Cemetery in Wellington and a life size bronze sculpture of Mrs Chippy was placed on the grave by the New Zealand Antarctic Society.

📸 Henry (Harry) McNish. Public Domain.

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#OnThisDay in 1904 Scott's expedition ship 'Discov #OnThisDay in 1904 Scott's expedition ship 'Discovery' arrived in Portsmouth, England after returning from the Antarctic.

The British National Antarctic 'Discovery' Expedition 1901-1904 furthered geographical exploration and discoveries of major scientific importance. Some of these achievements included the discovery of King Edward VII Land and the Polar Plateau. There were also discoveries of major scientific importance. These included the Dry Valleys in the western mountains, the Emperor penguin colony at Cape Crozier and Ferrar's leaf fossil, which helped to establish Antarctica's relation to the Gondwana super-continent. Finally, thousands of geological and biological specimens were collected throughout the expedition.

The 'Discovery' expedition's extensive programme operated out of 'Discovery' hut, the first established base on Ross Island located at Hut point. The Trust is proud to care for this legacy on behalf of the international community.

📸 Discovery Hut with expedition ship 'Discovery' in the background. Canterbury Museum

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#OnThisDay in 1910, Amundsen revealed to the crew #OnThisDay in 1910, Amundsen revealed to the crew of the expedition ship 'Fram' his intention to sail southwards, contrary to where they thought they were sailing!

"It is my intention to sail southwards, land a party on the southern continent, and try to reach the South Pole!"

Following his success in the Northwest Passage, Amundsen was set to borrow the expedition ship 'Fram' off fellow Norwegian explorer Fritjof Nansen and lead an expedition to the North Pole. However, in 1909, Amundsen missed his opportunity of being the first to attain the North Pole after Americans Frederick Cook and Robert Peary made two separate claims, one on 21 April 1908 and the other on 6 April 1909, respectively. So he decided to reroute to Antarctica and become the first to attain the South Pole instead!

📸 Roald Amundsen, Public Domain

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