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Arctic explorer Ben Saunders recounts his harrowing solo ski trek to the North Pole, complete with gorgeous images, anecdotes and never-before-seen video from the Pole.
About Ben Saunders
In 2004, Ben Saunders became the youngest person ever to ski solo to the North Pole. In 2007, he’ll set out on another record-breaking expedition, this time to the South Pole and back. Read full bio »
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