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JULY 23 - AUGUST 7, 2018
Arctic Expedition 2018
Expedition overview
The 2018 Arctic Expedition was filled with workshops, panel discussions, shore landings, Zodiac excursions, wildlife sightings and more! The expedition explored the communities, coasts and fjords of western Greenland then crossed the Davis Strait to Canada’s High Arctic and the Northwest Passage. The diverse group of students worked collectively and individually to create new ideas, partnerships, and initiatives addressing the many challenges and opportunities facing the Arctic and the Planet.
Learn more about the 2018 Arctic Expedition through the supporting pages and journey highlights in our photo gallery, video playlist and daily blog recaps below.
Key Information
Route / Location
Kangerlussuaq, Greenland - Resolute Bay, Nunavut
Dates
Theme / Focus
Sustainability, creativity and Indigenous Ways of Knowing.
Number of Participants
114 youth, 98 educators
Updates from the Ship
Throughout their adventure, the expedition team sent daily descriptions, journey updates, and insightful reflections back to SOI HQ each day. Additionally, many students wrote about their expedition experience after returning home and processing everything they learned. Read these posts to gain a deeper understanding of the journey.
Who Joined Us
The expedition team included 114 youth from around the world, along with a team of 100 educators who were polar experts, scientists, Inuit Elders, artists, musicians, business and industry leaders. Together, they developed a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the Arctic through time on the land, cultural activities, presentations and workshops, discussions, wildlife observations, zodiac excursions, hikes, and more.
Denver Edmunds
Hopedale, NL, Canada
Nellie Kusugak
Commissioner of Nunavut Iqaluit, Nunavut
Andrea Gura
Quito, PC, Ecuador
Garry Donaldson
Migratory Birds and Protected Areas
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Upcoming Expeditions
SOI organizes educational expeditions to the Arctic, Antarctic and many places in between. Moving forward, the expedition program will include land-based programs, as well as our traditional ship-based expeditions. Check back later in the year for more information on eligibility and the application process for upcoming 2022 expeditions!
Atlantic Canada 2022
COMING SOON!
Western Canada 2022
COMING SOON!
Arctic Waters 2022
COMING SOON!