Part Three

Mt Erebus

Finally a view of the top and a small plume of steam from the active volcano.

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Larry L. Jackson

Mt Terror

Ross Island, New Harbour, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, December 2, 2006

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LJax

With great conditions, an after dinner dip in the -1.8 C degree water was offered.

Polar Plunge, New Harbour, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, December 2, 2006

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LJax

Not many decided to take the plunge.

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LJax

I chose the cannonball entry.

Polar Plunge, New Harbour, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, December 2, 2006

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LJax

A harness and rope for all participants in case a safe rescue was needed.

Polar Plunge, New Harbour, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, December 2, 2006

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LJax

Not as cold as expected.

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LJax

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LJax

A well thought out event with a nice ice-edge ladder.

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LJax

A nice towel and a shot of vodka awaited each participant.

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Ed & LJax

Sharing the moment with a very nice fellow traveler, plunger.

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LJax

Heading back to the ship 10:30 pm.

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