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All equipment for manually collecting snow samples on the expedition is prepared and will later be shipped back to Belgium for analysis.

The team gathers to wish Sarah a good and safe trip before she departs for the L0 Ice Rise.

Aerial view of the long route the team must navigate to reach the field sites safely.

Alain and Tim load everything onto the Prinoth, including survival gear, tents, and supplies, for their journey across the harsh Antarctic environment and a stop at Perseus Airfield.

A Christmas tree crafted from leftover wood and decorated with Christmas crackers brightens the station’s living area.

The station team gathers, ready to celebrate the festive season together in Antarctica.

Team members set up harnesses, ropes, and safety gear before beginning the crevasse training.

Practicing rope techniques to safely ascend from deep within the crevasse.

Every connection is checked to ensure all equipment is secure and functioning properly.