The Australian Antarctic Program Expeditioner Summits bring together all expeditioners heading south to Antarctica and Macquarie Island in 2023/24.

The Australian Antarctic Program Expeditioner Summits bring together all expeditioners heading south to Antarctica and Macquarie Island in 2023/24.

The 5-day Summits will deliver the mandatory foundation training required to onboard and ensure the safety of our expeditioners, build community and provide a comprehensive season overview of the Australian Antarctic Program.

There will now be 4 Summit training weeks held in Hobart from August through to the end of February.

Summit dates

  1. 21 – 25 August 2023
  2. 02 – 06 October 2023
  3. *15 – 18 January 2024
  4. *26 February - 29 February 2024

We are really excited to bring together our next Antarctic expeditioners at the Summits and can’t wait to see you all in Hobart soon!

What can I expect from attending an Expeditioner Summit?

The Expeditioner Summits include a range of presentations, panel discussions and interactive workshops.

Topics covered in the Expeditioner Summits will include:

  • Australian Antarctic Program and Season Overview
  • Work, Health and Safety
  • Environmental Management
  • Medical Support
  • Science Project Briefing
  • Cargo
  • Fire and Electrical Safety
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Expectations on Station, Personal Qualities and the Antarctic Code of Personal Behaviour
  • Field Safety, Clothing and Incident Management Training Awareness
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