WHAT IT’S LIKE ON A ROSS SEA ANTARCTIC EXPEDITION

When you think of the word expedition, chances are your mind conjures up pictures of men huddled together, traversing through blistering winds, snowshoes tied to their feet, and huge sacks of equipment strapped to their backs.

However, there are many companies that offer Ross Sea Antarctica Expeditions, and each one offers a different level of luxury, service, and itinerary, so it can be hard knowing what to expect.

If you’re considering the Ross Sea Antarctic Expedition, then this guide is for you. We interviewed our friend, Lee Abbamonte, who we met on a trip to Snowmass in Colorado and was fascinated by the life he’s lived and his experience on a Ross Sea Expedition.

What Is The Ross Sea?

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Who is Lee Abbamonte?

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What made you decide to go to the South Pole?

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How do you even make a trip to the South Pole possible?

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