Eric Larsen facts for kids
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Eric Larsen
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| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Polar adventurer, expedition guide, dog musher, educator, author, and photographer |
| Known for | Polar Exploration |
Eric Larsen is an American adventurer who explores the coldest places on Earth. He is famous for his trips to the North Pole, the South Pole, and even Mount Everest. He often uses his adventures to teach people about climate change.
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Early life and career
Eric Larsen was born in 1971 in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Before becoming a full-time explorer, he worked as a guide. He also taught at places like Wolf Ridge and Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Centers. These jobs helped him learn about nature and how to survive in tough outdoor settings.
Amazing expeditions
Eric Larsen has completed many challenging journeys. He often tries to be the first person to do something, or to set new records.
Last South: South Pole attempt (2018)
In December 2018, Eric Larsen tried to set a new speed record. He wanted to travel alone and without help from Hercules Inlet to the South Pole in Antarctica. However, he faced very unusual weather and snow. After three weeks, he had to stop his attempt.
Jabou Ri: First mountain climb (2015)
On September 16, 2015, Eric Larsen and his climbing partner, Ryan Waters, made history. They were the first people to climb the peak of Jabou Ri in Nepal. This Himalayan mountain is in an area that had only recently opened for climbers.
Last North Expedition (2014)
In March 2014, Larsen and Ryan Waters crossed the Arctic Ocean. They traveled from Northern Ellesmere Island all the way to the geographic North Pole. Eric Larsen believes this might be the very last human-powered trip to the North Pole. This is because the ice is melting quickly due to climate change.
Cycle South Expedition (2012)
In December 2012, Eric Larsen tried to be the first person to ride a bicycle to the South Pole. He started from Hercules Inlet and rode 175 miles. Even though he had to turn back, he set a new record. He traveled the most miles ever by bicycle in Antarctica!
Save the Poles (2009/2010)
This was a huge challenge! In just one year, Eric Larsen went on expeditions to the North Pole, the South Pole, and Mount Everest. He is the first person ever to reach all three "poles" of the Earth in a single year. This amazing feat showed his incredible endurance and skill.
One World Expedition (2006)
In 2006, Eric Larsen and his teammate Lonnie Dupre completed a unique journey. They were the first to successfully reach the North Pole during the summer. They started from Cape Discovery, Ellesmere Island, and arrived at the North Pole on July 2. Their trip took 62 days across the ice.
Books and films
Eric Larsen has shared his adventures and messages about the environment through books and films.
On Thin Ice
This book tells the story of the "Last North Expedition" in 2014. Eric Larsen and Ryan Waters traveled nearly 500 miles across the melting Arctic Ocean. The book highlights how the Arctic ice is shrinking due to climate change. It explains why their journey might be the last of its kind.
Melting: Last Race to the Pole
This documentary film shows the challenges of the "Last North Expedition." It explains that the Arctic is warming much faster than other parts of the world. This means the chance to cross the ice to the North Pole is quickly disappearing. The film follows Eric Larsen and Ryan Waters as they risk their lives to reach the North Pole before it's too late.
