Eric Larsen (explorer)
Eric Larsen is an American Polar adventurer known for his expeditions to the North Pole, South Pole, and Mount Everest. Early life. Larsen was born 1971 in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. He worked as a guide and educator at Environmental Learning Centers Wolf Ridge and Eagle Bluff. In December 2018, Larsen attempted to be the Solo unsupported, unassisted speed record from Hercules Inlet to the South Pole in Antarctica. Larsen encountered unusual weather and snow conditions and aborted his attempt after three weeks.<ref>