Project Fire and Ice

500 kilometres, 4 veterans, 1 goal.

What is Project Fire and Ice?

Project Fire and Ice was a fundraising adventure for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity - featuring four famous veterans - Jason "Foxy" Fox, Karl Hinett, Brian Wood (MC) and Aldo Kane - who took on a 514 kilometre Arctic Ultra, through the snow-covered forests of Swedish Lapland in March 2025.

The Arctic Ultra is an event that only the most dedicated of long-distance adventurers can take on... and so the perfect day out for our team of veteran soldiers and marines turned marathon runners and television explorers.

The Project Fire and Ice Team completed the 514 kilometres within the ten-day time limit of the event - making them the first team to have completed the full Arctic Ultra!

 

Follow Project Fire and Ice:

You can follow the adventure on the Project Fire and Ice Instagram page, which has regular image and video updates from the team:

 

Support Project Fire and Ice:

Show your support for the Project Fire and Ice Team by making a donation to the team's fundraising page here:







What is the Arctic Ultra?



The Montane Lapland Arctic Ultra takes place on snowmobile trails in Swedish Lapland, starting and finishing is in the small town of Överkalix.

The 500km Ultra race is divided into two stages, the first of 185km, the second of 315km.  Following these routes the team crossed twice into the Arctic circle - the land of the midnight sun, and, of course, where one might find the home of Father Christmas. 

The course can take up to two weeks to complete, by foot or on skis, and many don't make it.  It is a test of extreme endurance set against the harsh beauty of snow-covered forests and icy lakes. 

 




Who is on the Project Fire and Ice Team?

Project Fire and Ice Team

The SSAFA Team for Project Fire and Ice are four veterans who you may recognise.  Two ex-marines (one of whom later served with the Special Boat Service) and two ex-soldiers - and all famous in their own right:

Jason Fox – Former Royal Marine and SBS. Now an author and TV personality. Including 'SAS Who Dares Wins'.

Aldo Kane – Former Royal Marine sniper. Now a well-known TV Adventurer including 'Expeditions with Steve Backshall'.

Brian Wood MC - Former soldier and military cross winner. Author and personality. Including a BBC mini-series about his life: 'Danny Boy'.

Karl Hinett – Former soldier who was badly wounded in Iraq. Invictus Games medal winner, ultrarunner and mountaineer.


 



How can you support Project Fire and Ice?


You can support the team directly by making a donation on their GiveStar Fundraising page:


But simply telling your friends and family about this arctic adventure helps raise awareness for SSAFA - the more people who know about us, and the work we do, the more we can provide help to those in need.

Other Events

If you feel inspired by Project Fire and Ice then you may be interested in one of our SSAFA fundraising events, which include:

13 Bridges Challenge - a family day out in London, walking along the River Thames past the capital's rich history. 

SSAFA Warrior Challenge - an annual long distance event - to be held in the Arctic (just like Project Fire and Ice) for 2026!

Or one of our many other events, from cycle rides and golf tournaments, to quizzes and concerts:

 


Our Sponsors

Project Fire and Ice is also generously being supported by a number of sponsors.