Saturday, January 14, 2012

One Ski Day Left?


As expected, the team made another 8 nautical miles in 6 hours in pretty challenging weather conditions. To illustrate the total lack of contrast in the whiteout conditions the team had today, Keith reported that they were "skiing the milk jug all day long". Even so, after 8 miles, their current position is S 89*52', W 068*42'.



If not for the whiteout conditions, the team would've had a nice view of the South Pole today. In fact, during a short spell of clear weather, the team caught a glimpse of the Amundsen-Scott Research Center just next to the South Pole.



Despite the difficult conditions, the team is charged up, and plan to stand on the bottom of the world tomorrow! Stay tuned for the final stretch!




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