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McMurdo Station

International > Antarctica
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Description

McMurdo Station is the largest of the United States research stations in Antarctica. It is located on an island in the Ross Sea and typically accessed via flights from New Zealand. The station may only be visited by USAP parties (scientists, staff and contractors). 

Located in the gymnasium at McMurdo Station, is a small climbing wall that affords an opportunity for some exercise.

Getting There

The wall is located inside the gym, which is near the heliport and below the Chalet.

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Topped out after a warm up on "Lean Back."
[Hide Photo] Topped out after a warm up on "Lean Back."
McMurdo Station climbing wall.
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McMurdo climbing wall.
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