Dispatches & Blogs

Sun-baked deep snow can transform a simple travel day into a "glob fest." With recent snowfall and rising temperatures, breaking trail has become a grueling test of endurance. AC/DC unexpectedly found themselves as the headliners of this sticky situation. "Glob fest" describes a snow condition where the surface turns into a clumping, adhesive mass. As skis move across the surface, friction melts the top layer, causing the snow structure to quickly morph into a sticky mess. Th

The sun and warmth are in full effect for AC/DC. With the sun shining down, the team covered 11 miles and gaine another 500 feet of elevation. Everyone felt good despite the heat, and the day marked a milestone: the first full day on skis after passing the icefall. Nights have been surprisingly comfortable, with no wind and temperatures mild enough to enjoy dinner outside. Crossing the icefall is a significant step toward the team's goals within this larger journey. It marked

AC/DC started the day with crampons on moving through rugged rubble and ending it gliding on skis through sticky, warm snow. Covering 8.7 miles, the day tested their endurance, adaptability, as they enjoyed moving through changing terrain. The transition from hard, uneven ground to soft, wet snow created a unique rhythm for the day. The morning started early, moving around 5:30 a.m. the team took advantage of the colder morning temperatures. Moving to an earlier schedule all

Facing a day where the weather and terrain push every limit tests not only physical strength but also mental resolve. AC/DC found themelves trudging through heavy, wet, falling snow that soaks their gear, while low visibility clouds the route forward. Low visibility in snowy conditions creates a unique challenge. When the world shrinks to a few feet ahead, every step demands attention. The icefall terrain adds complexity with its uneven, slippery surfaces. The team must rely

The first full day on the trail featured light winds, sunny skies, and temperatures below freezing. At the start of the expedition, the team is climbing through the icefall, moving through a frozen landscape of deep, frozen creek-like gullies and ridges. These conditions present the initial obstacles the team will encounter. Fully loaded sleds, firm, icy conditions, and the elevation gain are some of the challenges the team will navigate in the coming days. They covered 4 mil

AC/DC has begun their adventure east. Following last night's drop-off, the team set up their initial camp close to the drop-off site. The journey to the drop-off point, known as Point 660, offers a breathtaking drive from the expansive fjord that defines Kangerlussuaq into the remote and rugged moraine hillsides encircling the fjord. Upon reaching Point 660, the team unloads the sleds and equipment, ensuring nothing is forgotten. The next road lies 350 miles to the east!

The Greenland Crossing Team with their Sledge Flags Woohoo! We're off to the Greenland Ice Sheet tomorrow evening! This is CP by the way. And this is likely the last time I'll be writing a blog update, because I'll be on trail :) Before I get into our day, I should mention our official team name (there might be a copyright issue...). We are AC/DC! Annie CP Denis Creasy (Michael) We had a great day of prep and organization. The last of our cargo arrived first thing this mornin

Greenland Crossing under an awesome Sun Dog We are SO excited to be in the final preparation stages for our upcoming Greenland Icecap Crossing. Bags are packed, gear has been weighed, food has been selected and then pared-down. We will be posting updates every few days as well as sharing dispatches on social media. Check back on April 29th for our first dispatch!

Today the team dogsledded back to Qaanaaq. It was a beautiful day - cold and clear and calm. In the morning, Tobias spotted and shot a seal. Some of the dog teams hung back to be a part of the hunt. They all reconvened at a small hunters cabin near town and rode the final hours to town together. It was bittersweet seeing Qaanaaq get bigger as they got closer. Now they are all back at their host Regines house and getting showers before dinner. Everyone is feeling good! Their

After a good night’s rest the team had a casual morning. They walked around the small town of Siorapaluk and visited the small local grocery store. Then they suited up and dogsledded to the end of the fjord where they were able to get up close and personal with a glacier. The glacier was close to the sea edge and it was a unique perspective on glaciers. We are often standing or skiing across glaciers, or if we are on a boat we are some distance away. To be right up against

Dogsledding to Siorapaluk The team had a warm and wonderful night last night in Qeqertarssuaq. They had a leisurely morning, which allows the sun to rise high in the sky, before they departed across the fjord towards Siorapaluk. Siorapaluk is the northernmost inhabited settlement in Greenland, with a population of around 50. Along the way they weaved their way through massive icebergs that were frozen into the fast ice of the fjord. Eventually they saw a seal sun bathing and

Polar bear pants are doing their job by keeping everyone warm! The team dogsledded across Inglefield Fjord to an abandoned community on Herbert Island called Qeqertarssuaq. The town was abandoned around 1990 and most people moved to Qaanaaq. It was the home of Regine, our team's host in Qaanaaq. She arrived there after her family was displaced from their home near the current Thule air base. In "ghost" communities you can often find homes that still have pictures on the walls

Scanning the horizon for wildlife Today the team headed towards the edge of the sea ice which is rich with marine wildlife and an ideal place for the mushers to hunt. Qaanaaq, and much of Greenland, is rooted in traditional subsistence hunting. Hunting seals, narwhal, polar bear, walrus and whales is an important part of the culture. With the recent cold temperatures the sea ice edge had refrozen so they changed plans and looked for seal holes. Seal hunting involves being sti

A team of Greenland huskies on Inglefield Fjord There's nothing like the loud noise and general craziness of a team of dogs who know they are about to start pulling. They are SO excited. The energy in the air is exciting and hectic, and there is no doubt that an adventure is ahead. With an almost deafening chorus of barks and yelps it can seem chaotic, but as soon as the musher releases the anchor the dogs leap into action - and suddenly it's quiet. There's no more barking or

Qaanaaq may look like any Arctic town but the dogs and dogsleds on the Fjord point to an incredible culture. Get ready for an awesome armchair adventure. We are so excited for this dogsledding expedition! Qaanaaq is one of the world's northern most towns and the most northern community in Greenland. It has a rich dogsledding and hunting culture that was developed over thousands of years. Everything about the culture is related to the sea, the land and the animals that call th

I am happy to report that the Ruff Riders made if safely back to "town" today! After a short but uphill slog to find a good and flat...

Arriving to the sea's edge on a previous crossing. The Ruff Riders have made it to the East Coast of Greenland, 31 days after being...

Descending to the east coast in 2024. The Ruff Riders are in high spirits today. They managed to ski another 23 miles in favorable...

It sounds like the Ruff Riders had quite a special day today. They awoke at 1am to cold conditions, as hoped, and were out skiing by 3am....

The Ruff Riders woke up this morning to nearly 15cm of freshly fallen snow! They left their camp in overcast, no contrast conditions with...