Antarctica: Journey to the frozen Wilderness

Antarctica is a world of extremes. Violent, unpredictable storms, punishing winds and harsh cold are only some of the challenges awaiting divers who visit this remote place. On land, visitors see only a portion of the majestic beauty of this frozen continent. But divers venturing beneath its frigid waters will glimpse the true beauty of this special place. However, Antarctica is now on the front line in the debate over global climate change. Will this icy wilderness remain intact for future generations?

This multi-media show featuring the still photography of Eco-Photo Explorers will take the viewers on a journey to this kingdom of ice, beginning with a harrowing trip through the treacherous Drake Passage, and will introduce the audience to the wildlife and wilderness both above and below the water. Sneak Preview

Date: Saturday, February 20, 2010
Track: Saturday Evening Film Festival
Time: 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm, Evening

Frozen Fins: The Art and Science of Ice Diving

When the weather turns cold and the local waters turn to ice, many divers pack up their dive gear and wait for the return of summer. Some hasten its arrival with a trip to warmer climates while winter maintains its grip on the north. But the arrival of winter does not need to mean the end of local diving.

In this program, you will learn the techniques, equipment requirements and reasons for safely venturing below the ice in one of diving’s most challenging, and rewarding, activities: Ice Diving.

Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they explain the “hows” and “whys” of ice diving and introduce you to some of the best places to dive beneath the ice.