ICE DREAM 2013
The expedition "Ice Dream 2013" is to achieve a world first in the field of sports expeditions and sea kayaking in fact we try to make the first crossing of the Northwest Passage in a single season by sea kayak . Several years ago, the melting of Arctic sea ice releases the Northwest Passage for a period allowing us to paddle the distance in a single season.
From Tuktoyaktuk, we will travel about 3500 km to get us to Igloolik end of our journey, all in less than 80 days . During the trip, we will stop in various Inuit communities to restock on food and fuel, essential for cooking our meals.
SORRY, THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE IS A SEA ROUTE OF OVER 3,500 MILES FROM PACIFIC OCEAN ARCTIC CIRCLE TO ATLANTIC OCEAN ARCTIC CIRCLE. ROWING 1,500 MILES BETWEEN HAMLETS OF 'TUK' AND POND INLET IN NOT A NW PASSAGE BUT RATHER A POINT-TO-POINT TRIP.
Sebastien Lapierre
Born in Saguenay, Sebastian quickly made contact with nature and the great outdoors. From an early age, he was already passionate about exploration and nature, from big days strolling through the surrounding forests.Over the years, his passion has continued to grow and this is by joining the Army Cadets he was able to develop its technical wilderness survival, orienteering using maps and compasses and thus confirm his obvious fondness for nature, camping and exploration. Sébastien subsequently joined the army in the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. Boasting an infantry officer training, he was able to improve his knowledge of topography and orientation while developing excellent physical condition. Following this, he turned to a career as a professional firefighter, first in Saguenay and Quebec City where he plies his trade since 2006. Over the years, he has developed some expertise in winter camping and is also passionate about everything related to the outdoors. Adept diving, climbing, hiking, skiing and snowshoeing, Sebastian wants a versatile athlete. After spending several weeks in the Rockies, he tested his knowledge across Quebec, either in the Monts-Valin, the Chic-Chocs, the Laurentians or other large area subject to climatic conditions roughest. He now thirst for new challenges and it is in Greenland it wishes to undertake his "career" as an explorer. His penchant for risk, his passion for the great outdoors and his love of winter are the reasons for wanting to Sebastian one day conquer the South Pole. Greenland is only the first step towards achieving that dream. "I dedicate this expedition Mr. Yves Laforest (first Quebecer to climb Everest) that I unfortunately did not get a chance to know, but it has inspired me and continues to be for me, as for many other Quebecers, an example of courage, dedication and transcendence ... Thanks! "
Olivier Giasson
Olivier emerged in the Quebec region. Outdoor enthusiast since a young age, he developed a certain comfort with the elements of nature. Risk appetite, the need to always excel and sheer determination led him to the career firefighter. He later specialized in vertical rescue, thus combining business with pleasure. His passion for the outdoors led him to travel across Quebec of course, but also in Western Canada and Europe and perfecting his knowledge in the field. Physical activity plays an important role in the life of Olivier and that is why he enjoys a wide variety of sports. Scuba diving, river kayaking, mountain biking, downhill and of course hiking and camping skiing are just a few examples. Loving challenges, it is with pleasure that Olivier joined the expedition "Ice Dream 2010." His knowledge of vertical rescue, pushed his taste for adventure and a passion for outdoor winter will make it an essential part of the team.
Check back for updates... the Canadian Coast Guard is going to be busy this summer in the Arctic... if you don't charge them for rescue they will be back again... fools usually don't learn very well from experiences...
FYI: Search And Rescue (SAR) is the search for and rescue provision of aid to people who are in distress or imminent danger.
FYI: Search And Rescue (SAR) is the search for and rescue provision of aid to people who are in distress or imminent danger.
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