Stories from
the frontier.
Dispatches from our naturalists, guest photographers, and climate scientists. The world at its most raw — written by those who were there.
Counting Bears: How TerraNova Contributes to Arctic Predator Surveys
Every sighting logged by our naturalists feeds into the Norwegian Polar Institute's long-term database. Here's how citizen science at 78°N actually works.
The Conger Ice Shelf: What Its Collapse Means for Sea Level
In March 2022, an ice shelf the size of Rome collapsed in four days. We were 300 miles away. This is what our scientists observed and what it signals.
Standing Among 10,000 Emperor Penguins at Sunset
Guest photographer Margaret Holloway describes the moment her expedition reached the Weddell Sea colony — and why no photograph could ever do it justice.
The 24-Hour Light: A Photographer's Guide to the Arctic Summer
Shooting in continuous daylight for 12 days changes how you see. TerraNova's resident photography instructor shares his Arctic light protocol.
Walrus at Poolepynten: The Science Behind the Haul-Out
Why do thousands of walrus choose the same beach? The answer involves sea ice loss, prey distribution, and social hierarchy — and it's changing fast.
Patagonia's Glaciers Are Retreating Faster Than Anywhere Else on Earth
The Southern Patagonian Ice Field has lost 21% of its mass since 1870. Our expedition route now passes moraines that were under ice just 15 years ago.