The Expeditions

Since 2003 Cape Farewell has led five expeditions to the Arctic, taking artists, scientists, educators and communicators to experience the effects of climate change firsthand.  By physically sailing to the heart of the debate, Cape Farewell aims to draw people's attention to the effects of ocean currents on us and our climate - revealing the workings of this crucial part of the planet through scientific experiments, film, live web broadcasts, events, exhibitions and the insight of artists and educators.

From these expeditions has sprung an incredible body of artworks, exhibitions, publications and educational resources.  Each journey is a catalyst for all our subsequent activity. 

Countdown to the 2008 Expedition 

In September 2008, Cape Farewell will travel to Greenland to continue the work started in 2007. The Art/Science crew begin their 9 day sail in West Greenland, visiting the spectacular Disko Bay area. Working in partnership with the British Geological Survey, the scientists will extend their investigations of climate change with extensive surveying below the seabed. The expedition will then continue west, towards Canada where oceanographers will measure an ocean tract across the Labrador Current. The arts crew will be dominated by an international array of musicians, due to be announced soon.
More on the Art/Science Expedition (Sept-Oct 2008) ›

Gearing up for the 2008 Youth Expedition 

In conjunction with British Council Canada, Cape Farewell launches its second youth expedition in September 2008. The international crew of 28 young people, educators, artists and scientists will sail to Cape Farewell before crossing to West Greenland and finishing on Baffin Island.
More on the Youth Expedition (Sept 2008) ›

Follow the Expeditions 

We broadcast video, images and blogs back live from the Arctic on each of the expeditions. Follow the daily broadcasts from 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2007 and experience the extreme Arctic environment with us.

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