Author: Belinda Kirk
Launch of Bristol Explorers First Expedition – The SeaGals
On 1st June 2010, 4 women will leave Tower Bridge in a 24 foot rowing boat to row around Great Britain non-stop and completely un-aided.
Greenland Icecap Challenge – 5th June – Free Race Preview Day
In May 2011 the first ever Greenland Icecap Challenge will take place. This unique event is a 540km race where competitors will complete a full traverse of the icecap, a feat that is highly acclaimed among the world of polar explorers. Competitors will survive for between 18 – 27 days in one of the most inhospitable places in the world. Surviving in temperatures of -35°C, pulling pulks up to 75kg
Bristol Explorers Mountain Expeditions
Thanks to those that came to the Mountain Expedition Planning session last month. There are now two brilliant new mountain expeditions in the pipeline for 2011 – in UK and Afghanistan.
Boating Officer – Antarctica
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world-class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. Our Operations Team are now looking to recruit a Boating Officer to manage, operate and maintain the small boats used in support of the Rothera diving and scientific research programme. This role is based in Antarctica.
British Antarctic Expedition Fieldworkers
Practical, organised and unflappable, you’ll have what it takes to work in the most challenging climate on Earth – enabling us to conduct successful scientific research across Antarctica. Excellent mountaineering skills are essential, as is the ability to effectively lead expeditions.
Plan Your Dive…New Diving Adventures
The Diving Expeditions Brainstorm went swimmingly (sorry-ed) in February. Some new local mini-expeditions were planned and foundations laid for international adventures…..
West Country’s Royal Geographical Society 20th Anniversary Dinner
West of England and South Wales region of the Royal Geographical Society Dinner on 14th May. Speaker: Sir Gordon Conway “AN ECOLOGIST’S JOURNEY: BORNEO TO BEIJING” Friday 14th May at 7.00
Mud and Sweat Mountain Bike Event in Tamar Valley – Sunday 28th March
Mountain Biking Adventure Events combine off-road mountain biking with the skill of navigating, for fast and fun adventure.
Bristol Explorer Jason Bailey’s First Ascent of Skilma Kangri, Zanskar
Why do grand ideas always start life over a pint in your local? Sitting in Bristol’s fabulous Port of Call on a cold and damp February evening, we got talking: “How about an unclimbed peak? It’s within our scope and we could do it this year?”
Annie and Mel Atlantic Crossing: Blog 11 and 12
Monday 22nd February 2010: The Doldrums…..Well this is not what it said in the sales pitch of ocean rowing I can tell you: “Once you get south enough and start heading west towards Antigua, your pick up the trade winds and be zooming along at 25 knots“. Erm well we’re here, so where are these allusive trade winds?