Photo: #In 2001, Ann Bancroft and Norwegian polar explorer Liv Arnesen became the first women in history to ski and sail across Antarctica's landmass.
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In 2001, Ann Bancroft and Norwegian polar explorer Liv Arnesen became the first women in history to ski and sail across Antarctica's landmass. (MPR Photo by Larissa Anderson)

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Explorer Ann Bancroft heads back to the North Pole

Broadcast: Midmorning, 02/12/2007, 9:06 a.m.

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Ann Bancroft talks about her latest planned North Pole expedition. This time, it's not so much about being the first to do something new. She says the trip will also raise awareness about global warming.

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  • Ann Bancroft: Polar explorer. She and her partner Liv Arneson plan another Arctic expedition starting March 1.

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