PORTLAND, Oregon - In the winters of 2007-2009, explorer Cameron McPherson Smith (39) will explore Alaska’s north shore to document the world of sea ice. The three-winter expedition will begin by with a 200-mile trek, continue the next winter with a 200-mile flight by ultralight aircraft, and end with a 2009 dive beneath the sea ice to gather unique video and sound recordings.

"It's a huge and complex undertaking," said Smith, an archaeologist at Portland State University, "but I can't cram it all into one season, and this is the time to do it. The world of sea ice is changing with global warming. By combining science and adventure, I can excite and educate the public about this beautiful wilderness."

Dr. Smith, whose sailing, arctic, and archaeological expeditions have been widely televised, is currently raising sponsors for the expedition, and preparing his equipment. The expedition can be tracked at www.soloice.com.

Contact for text, interviews and/or images (video and still photography): Cameron M. Smith at: team@soloice.com.

Press material, including high-res images, are available at www.soloice.com or by direct link at: http://www.cameronmsmith.com/footsteps/press.html.
or by phone at: 503-224-9522