What if your life revolved around leading groundbreaking polar expeditions? In 1986, polar explorer Ann Bancroft became the first woman to ski to the North Pole after a chance encounter with Will Steger. 

Connect with Ann: 

• Website 
• Ann Bancroft Foundation Instagram
• Ann Reed website & featured song

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