The Norwegian environment is rich, exotic and generous. At the same time our arctic environment can be tough and demanding. With the right preparation, a little bit of knowledge and basic skills the Norwegian rivers and lakes, forests and mountains can give you the most fantastic memories and experiences.

 This course will give you the basic skills needed for arctic outdoor life and make you able to start exploring the Scandinavian environment, alone or together with friends, in a safe, comfortable and sustainable way. The Norwegian mountain code says "be equipped for bad weather and frost. Always take a rucksack and proper mountain gear". But, what is proper mountain gear? What do you really need and what is nice to have? The Norwegian mountain code also says "use map and compass". But how do you do that?

We wish to give you, who have a dream about beautiful outdoor, an introduction to practical Norwegian outdoor life.

Most of the time will be spent outdoors in beautiful surroundings doing hands on training. The course is suitable for adventurous people of all ages. The aim is to give you knowledge and skills for safe, comfortable and sustainable outdoor life in Norway in the summer.

We will guide you through subjects like planning, navigating by map and compass, camping, canoeing, food from the nature, safety, friendship and more.

The course does not require any previous outdoor experience but it will be an advantage if you have a little experience from other kinds of outdoor life. We do however require that you are able to carry a backpack (15-20kg) up to 7 km pr day in varying terrain. A list of necessary equipment will be issued on request or upon booking.

 Programme:

Day 1    Arrival, dinner and a briefing about the programme for the week

Day 2    Preparation and basics before a tour

Day 3-6 the great arctic summer experience

Day 7    Breakfast and journey home

This includes guiding/instruction, local transportation, accommodation (3 nights in, 3 nights out), all meals from dinner on your arrival day to breakfast on your departure day and some equipment.

You can also take part in the same program nearby Rondane National Park in Hedmark. Read more on www.turgleder.com This tour is organized by Liv and Thomas in Turgleder.( Certified Norwegian ecotourism enterprise.)