year 1999 — Many might consider Ushuaia (Argentina) being The end
of the world. A Spotting Team of four determined members
went beyond Tierra del Fuego in search of ever more roadsigns.
No sea was too high and the reward is this exceptional sign
from the old whaling station Grytviken.
South Georgia is a dependency of
Great Britain
(it depends on who you ask, naturally) and one would expect similar roadsigns.
This may be true for the
Falklands, but not here.
There is absolutely no similarity. The protective wall on top of the cliff is unique.
year 2006 — No hardship is hard enough
to keep a thoroughbred collector from his hobby. Thus back we went, to the Antarctic
checking out some islands for roadsigns. Nothing at Saunders Island, I can tell you.
On Bouvet a hut was built but nobody considered a falling rock sign necessary
although there is quite some shuffling happening.
The landing at Grytviken brought a great shock. The wonderful roadsign
was rudely removed from its post. Three cheerless corners was all what was left.
Going back to a beloved spot is never good for one's peace of mind.
