Antarctica

AntarcticaHistoryInternational Celebration Day

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Each year on December 1st, we come together to celebrate International Antarctica Day, a moment to reflect on the significance of this remote and pristine continent. For South Africa, this day holds special importance, as it provides an opportunity to honor the countless scientists, researchers, and support teams who have contributed to our understanding of […]

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AntarcticaGough IslandMidwinter CelebrationSANAP

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Midwinter by South Africans were celebrated at the SANAP stations and in South Africa.  Marion 81 Midwinter Games on Marion Island Midwinter Western Cape  at SANSA in Hermanus on 22nd June (Scroll down for more photos) A map was signed by all those attending the Midwinter celebrations in Hermanus. The SA Antarctic Committee (SAAC) held […]

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AntarcticaMidwinterNews

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The Antarctic Legacy if South Africa wishes the SANAP and Antarctic Community a Happy Midwinter! The summer solstice occurs during the hemisphere’s summer. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the June solstice (20, 21 or 22 June) and in the Southern Hemisphere, this is the December solstice (20, 21, 22 or 23 of December). The […]

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