Audio Gallery
Despatches from the team
Canada’s Arctic ice shelves have almost halved in size over the last six years.
Summer 2011 marks the second lowest sea ice extent on record
Finding an Ice Runway
May 2, 2011
Ann explains how you find a runway in the middle of the Arctic Ocean as she waits for a plane to arrive.
Home Comforts
April 30, 2011
Adrian lists the items the team are most looking forward to as the expedition draws to an end.
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Taking its toll on the body
April 25, 2011
Phil talks about the physical toll a long polar expedition has on the body
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Expedition Routine
April 21, 2011
Explorer Team co-leader Tyler explains his daily expedition routine.
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Tyler’s 10 Facts
April 20, 2011
Tyler on 10 things you might not know about an Arctic expedition.
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Ice Types
April 18, 2011
Willy Wonka-esque marshmallow snow and treacherous bibbly-bobbly ice: Ann explains the types of ice she’s seen so far.
365 Days On The Ice
April 13, 2011
Ann talks about having spent one whole year on the Arctic Ocean.
Crossing Thin Ice
April 9, 2011
Where to cross? Ann explains her approach to crossing thin ice and leads (areas of open water) during the expedition.
Tyler On Psychological Preparation
April 7, 2011
Tyler explains how the Explorer Team have psychologically prepared themselves for the second, month-long expedition.
Phil on cameras & the cold
March 21, 2011
Film-maker and explorer Phil Coates shares how he keep his equipment going in -42 degrees Celsius




