#arcticexpedition

[funnywildlife]

Wildography Presents * SVALBARD - The ULTIMATE ARCTIC ADVENTURE led by #wildographer, Wild Focus Expedition photographic guide & #RememberingGreatApes contributor @theo_allofs_photography * If you love the north, unspoiled wilderness, giant glaciers, ice, icebergs, walrus, whales and LAST NOT LEAST polar bears then you should join @Theo_allofs_photography on his 2019 Svalbard - Classic Expedition. This once-in-a-lifetime experience offers the best mix of magic Arctic landscapes and wildlife. A nature lover's and nature photographer's dream. * Check out their website for full itinerary: https://wildfocusexpeditions.com/expeditions/svalbard-2019/ * #Wildography #WildographyandSafaris #ArcticExpedition #polarbear #featuredwildographer #theoallofs https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzMBl3gGYZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1oa9uotc4dfbn

[whalelifeus-blog]

from @buendiaphotography - Great encounter out Skjervøy, Northern Norway. Fantastic to see the real size of these gentle giants. #arcticexpedition.no #arcticexplorer.no #loves_arctic #tromsolove #visittromso #visitnorway #mittnorge #ig_nordnorge #shipwreck #loves_norway  #ig_norge #northernnorway #traveltheworld #goexplore #exploringtheglobe #neverstopexploring #keepexploring  #travelawesome #wanderlust #norway  #travel #whalegram #oceana #ocean #whales #whale #orca #orcas #kayak #naturephotography https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp1iNhsl_Ej/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n98y3rdlun9e

[jenniferniven]

Meet Fred Maurer. 28 years old. From New Philadelphia, Ohio. He’d left home at 18 to pursue his dreams of adventure, and in 1913 signed aboard an ill-fated Arctic expedition as fireman. He was one of only 14 survivors, and returned home to Ohio with the expedition cat, who also survived. He joined the army in WWI, but he could never get over the Arctic and he yearned to go back. Handsome. Kind. Stoic. Calm and cool. A gentleman. He married the fashionable Delphine Jones on August 11, 1921, and two days later joined three other men and one woman to head into the Arctic once again... 🚢❄️❄️❄️ (Who do you think should play him in the movie?) #adablackjack #wrangelisland #arctic #arcticexpedition #fredmaurer #explorer #polarexplorer #adventure #moviemonday

[jenniferniven]

Meet Milton Galle (seen here with expedition cat Victoria, or Vic). Age 19. From New Braunfels, Texas. He was wickedly funny, sure of himself, and possessed an easy charm and restless good looks that apparently made the local girls swoon. Parents adored him, boys admired him, and girls developed wild crushes. His mother and father raised him to think freely, to explore, and to appreciate life. He believed he could do anything he set his mind to. The thing he wanted most: to go north. He campaigned hard to join the 1921 Wrangel Island Expedition, and when he was finally accepted, he packed his Corona typewriter and left for the Arctic without looking back. When it was time to choose supplies for the expedition, his only request was that they take 26 boxes of candy. In Texas he’d climbed the bell tower of his mother’s church, but in the Arctic he scaled mountains and grew his very first beard. “I shall not shave or dress up until next year,” he wrote. ❄️❄️❄️ (I’d love to see @tchalamet or @darryltdale play him in the movie!) #adablackjack #moviemonday #wrangelisland #arctic #arcticexpedition #miltongalle #explorer #polarexplorer #adventure

[jenniferniven]

Last but not least, meet Ada Blackjack. 23 years old. From Nome, Alaska. She was a single mother who had divorced her abusive husband and needed money to support her three-year-old son. When she heard about an expedition looking to hire local Inuit to help with sewing and hunting, she signed up. She was an expert seamstress, but she was deathly afraid of guns and polar bears and knew nothing about surviving in the wild. But she was desperate for money. On the day they were to set sail for the high Arctic, Ada was the only Inuit to show up at the docks. She fell in love with Crawford’s green eyes and elegant manner, but the men looked at her as an obstacle that would hold them back and interfere with their expedition. No one could foresee what would happen... Two years later, Ada alone emerged from the Arctic, having taught herself the skills she needed to survive. ❄️❄️❄️ #adablackjack #heroineofthenorth #femaleRobinsonCrusoe #wrangelisland #arctic #arcticexploration #explorer #adventure #girlpower #inspiringwomen #arcticexpedition #polarexplorer #strongwomen #womenempowerment #womenhistorymonth

[funnywildlife]

How cool is this shot of a shy polar bear cub taken at Beaufort sea, Alaska by #wildographer @kaziras. Give him a follow, like his Facebook page and visit his website for more stunning images and purchase/licence some mighty fine prints: Www.facebook.com/KyriakosKazirasArt http://500px.com/Kaziras Www.kaziras.com #Wildography #WildographyandSafaris #ArcticExpedition

[verdantvisionsai]

Step into a glacial winter wonderland where frost-kissed trees stand resolute against the icy winds, and the earth is blanketed in a serene quilt of snow. Nature's masterpiece unfolds in delicate shades of white and blue, whispering tales of stillness and beauty that only winter can unveil. Embrace the magic of this frozen realm and find solace in its tranquil allure.

[expeditionengineering]

Sea kayaking Norway

Backcountry skiing in Iceland is a blend of raw landscapes, challenging terrain, and unique cultural immersion. Nestled in the North Atlantic, Iceland’s rugged mountains, remote fjords, and maritime snowpack create a playground for skiers looking for more than lift-accessed laps. Here, you’ll skin up untouched ridgelines and descend straight toward the sea all beneath the glow of the Arctic sky.

Whether you’re a seasoned ski tourer or an alpine explorer looking for your next challenge, Iceland delivers wild skiing in a land shaped by fire and ice.

Why Iceland for Backcountry Skiing?

Summit-to-Sea Terrain: Iceland is one of the few places on Earth where you can ski from mountaintops directly to black-sand beaches or icy fjords.

Remote and Untouched: Far from the crowds, much of Iceland’s skiable terrain is accessible only by touring or boat.

Dynamic Snow Conditions: A mix of Arctic air and oceanic moisture produces a variable, often deep maritime snowpack.

Cultural and Natural Richness: Enjoy hot springs, Icelandic cuisine, and the Northern Lights in between ski days.

Conclusion

Backcountry skiing in Iceland is for those who seek more than perfect snow it’s for skiers who crave adventure, solitude, and wild beauty. From skinning up wind-swept ridges to carving down fjord-lined slopes, each moment in Iceland’s backcountry is unforgettable.