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Ice Maidens back in Patriot Hills
November 27    
The Ice Maidens have unfortunately been unable to reach the South Pole as planned. After almost a week of strong hauling we had passed the end of the Independence Mountain Range to reach approx 80deg 35 S 81deg 15W. Our clothing and equipment all performed well, as expected, our diet, navigation and camping routines were on track.

Unfortunately our bodies did not cope with the cold as well as we had hoped and at a point where we felt the situation could become dangerous we were pulled out. ALE medical staff have assured us that this was the correct decision.

We are now all well, and while very disappointed, feel richer for the experience and satisfied that we did everything we could towards our goal.

We would still like to encourage other people to pursue their own dreams.

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