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
- 21 – 25 August 2023
- 02 – 06 October 2023
- *15 – 18 January 2024
- *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