A Peek Inside a Traditional Norwegian Cabin

Norwegian cabins come in all shapes and sizes with varying degrees of functionality, from rustic off-grid huts to ultra-luxurious second homes. Off-grid living typically entails using an outhouse, relying on alternative power options like solar or wind energy, fetching water…

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Wintering with the Women’s Alpine Adventure Club in Hemsedal, Norway

This year has so far been full of memorable escapades – first a trip to my family’s mountain cabin, then a work assignment in the Arctic, and now a winter meet in the Scandinavian Alps with the Women’s Alpine Adventure…

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A Backpacker’s Hiking Guide to Jasper National Park

Last week, I embarked upon a month-long train journey across Canada, from Vancouver to Montreal. The first stop on my east-bound route was Jasper, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. With evergreen forests, crystal-clear lakes, magnificent mountains, and…

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A Wild Camping Road Trip, from Oslo to Ålesund

I’ve been dreaming about wild camping in Norway for quite some time. Waking up to the peaceful sounds of nature and falling asleep beneath the magic of the midnight sun. Wandering through enchanted forests and discovering extraordinary peaks. Swimming in…

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Driving the Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye

A 49-kilometer stretch of pavement that passes through Vågå in Oppland county, the Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye features beautiful landscapes, snowy mountain peaks, and views of Jotunheimen National Park. From Garli to Hindsæter, this road crosses the mountain plateau Valdresflye,…

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Hiking in British Columbia’s Provincial Parks

Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains, British Columbia offers endless possibilities for outdoor adventure. From meandering alongside creeks to summiting mountains and even swimming in glacial lakes, hiking in Canada’s westernmost province never fails to amaze me.…

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A Sunny Saturday in Snowshoes

From the first dusting of snow one month ago to the icy in-between period to the first proper snowfall, the transition from autumn to winter is finally complete and the outdoor winter activities can now begin. While we wait on…

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Istjern: An Icy Jungle

Winter has officially arrived in the mountains. The snow has fallen, the trees are bare, and the terrain is a wintery mix of snow, ice, and slush. While others are posting photos from the pumpkin patch, I’m deep in winter…

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