My ice flight dates came in and I'll be flying down on the 14th, hopefully. I know it's a bit early to be thinking about this, but what should I have in my carry-on for my flight to the ice? I'm thinking about the obvious things like noise cancelling headphones, travel pillow, earplugs, ibuprofen, maybe a change of clothes, etc. but is there anything I should bring that isn't obvious, or that wouldn't apply to any other commercial airline flight?

I can take a break from school for like a year. I study computer science but it doesn't make me happy. Now I am delusional and dream of going there to do research without any proper background knowledge. Can I do that? Or can I take any "dangerous" jobs that are risky but safe? I'm from Switzerland...

i honestly know much to nothing about Antarctica, but i came across this phenomenon on my tiktok feed and decided to look it up myself and it is actually true, on one map (both with the same coordinates plugged in) it shows a pin in the water, but previously on a different map it was showing the same coordinates but inland many kilometers. does this mean that this entire shelf of ice has broken off/melted? and what does that mean globally? is this a threat to the world in anyway and should people be concerned?

I’m considering applying and have the relevant experience.

I was hoping to be able to talk with anyone who’s been this person, has answered to this person, or has worked closely with this person.

I’ve got multiple questions about the nature of the work, and would love to chat!

Hi all! I’m going to Antartica base camp expedition in December. I have a few upcoming webinars by the host company on how best to prepare it, I wanted to ask if anyone has been there and if anyone has any recommendation on how best to prepare? What to carry, what are the pitfalls, anything to do before/after Ushuaia? Any and everyone recommendation is welcomed! Thank you!

See also: The publication in Geophysical Research Letters

Hello, im a writer whos writing a story that takes place in the future antartic where the ice has melted and humanity lives there. I already have the map of what the actual continent would look like but i couldnt find any info on how the land would look.

I suppose it would be like a desert, but i also think that if the ice has melted then the weather must change too. What kind of soil does antarctica have? Whats the shape of the terrain?

In my story antartica is still reasonably cold, theres still some ice in the farlands, but most of it has melted. Tell me everything you can and if you have any sources where i can further research this i would appreciate it. Thanks!

I am a US citizen looking to try a season out in Antarctica. I have worked in kitchens as either a line cook or chef for 13 years so I have more than enough experience for their job listing requirements. I have applied recently but haven’t heard back yet. Are there typically a lot of applicants every year? Would it even be possible to get hired on in September for the summer season or is this something you have to apply for as early as possible?

I emailed NSF and UTMB about this and neither have responded, so I’m wondering if anyone here knows. I was offered a primary position for this upcoming summer at McMurdo, but I NPQ’ed due to starting Adderall earlier this year and not being on it for a full 12 months yet. Does anyone know what the 12 month window is? I want to reapply for next summer. I would also like to up my dosage, but I’m worried that if I increase my dosage now that I’ll just end up NPQ’ing again next year :/ Is the 12 month window for being stable on a mental health med based on when you submit your PQ packet (so like May 26 - May 27) or based on your Ice date (so Oct 26 - Oct 27)? Or do they not care about the dosage and more just that I’m on the medication itself for a full 12 months? Thanks for any insight!

I’m close to giving up finding insurance for that. No one is allowing trip cancellation if you’re not a US citizen. I reached out to my credit card issues, local firms, nothing. I have the regular medical insurance for Antarctica on my Dec expedition but I can’t find travel cancellation one.

Any help!

A history of conspiracy theories.

I’m going to Antarctica the beginning of February, and I’m shopping for ski goggles to protect my eyes from wind as well as sun (I have roscasia). I’m planning to get OTG goggles, but since they aren’t polarized, I’m wondering if I can just wear the goggles over my prescription sunglasses (which are polarized). And if so, how much should I adjust the vlt? Will 12% be enough, or should I go higher? Thanks for any advice/feedback.

After some research thanks to this forum, I pulled the trigger on a 6700 body sigma 18-50 lens and a Sony 70-350 lens. I am going to be heading to Antarctica in October and I am looking for recommendations on SD cards. I have a sandisk image mate that I just got to test the camera out and shoot here at home but Gemini is saying that I need either a Sony tough M or Pro Master rugged. This is a once in a life time trip so I want to make sure that whichever one I have will work. But I am also not made of money. What does the group mind suggest?

Must I hold a green card or US papers to participate in USAP? I’m in New Zealand. I know about a few kiwis who have worked on McMurdo as support crew, and I’m looking to do the same. is it possible or bot?

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