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In the winter of 1976 at Mawson Antarctica, Phil and fellow Antarctic expeditioners travelling by Husky dog teams to Auster Emperor Penguin Rookery, three times.  Each journey was different, presenting its own difficulties and spectacular attractions.

This first part of an interview of Phil Wolter by Peter Niblett describes the arduous journey from Mawson when undertaking the first of three trips. It was the coldest time of year, taking three days to cover 56 Km.

We describe the experience of encountering thousands of the majestic Emperor Penguins during their nesting on the sea ice.