Alpine Libraries is inviting the community to an inspiring National Science Week event featuring Australian polar explorer and astronaut, Eric Philips OAM.
One of Australia's most accomplished adventurers, Eric has spent more than four decades exploring some of the world's most remote and extreme environments.
He was the first Australian to ski to both the North and South Poles and has pioneered new routes across Antarctica while leading expeditions throughout the Arctic and Antarctic regions.
Most recently, Eric made history as the first person to fly into orbit under the Australian flag, serving as Mission Specialist and Medical Officer on SpaceX's groundbreaking FRAM2 mission.
The mission became the first human spaceflight to orbit directly over both the North and South Poles, completing 55 polar orbits around Earth.
As part of National Science Week, Eric will share stories from his remarkable career, from skiing across polar ice caps to orbiting the planet in space.
Attendees will gain a unique insight into exploration, innovation, resilience and scientific discovery in some of Earth's most challenging environments.
This event offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from someone who has pushed the boundaries of human exploration.
Whether you're interested in science, adventure, space exploration or the natural world, this is a truly unique opportunity to hear from a world-renowned explorer and astronaut.
The free community event is suitable for anyone with an interest in science, exploration and discovery.
Event Details
Friday, 21 August at 10.30am
Mount Beauty Community Centre
Tickets are free, but bookings are essential.
For bookings and information, visit https://events.humanitix.com/national-science-week-with-eric-philips