Day 4 we covered 22 km, conquered the Tjäktja pass, saw more rainbows than we cared to enjoy, sang Irish tunes with David and used our bug hats for the first time. Sadly no sign of Magnus.
The holidays bring a special kind of magic, and among my favorite traditions is revisiting my collection of Christmas books, each filled with enchanting illustrations and timeless tales. This year, I’m sharing ten favorites that capture the wonder and warmth of the season.
Day 3 we covered over 18 km, caught up with David and met Jack from the UK, Paul found a reindeer antler, we saw Magnus again and camped with our new friends.
Day 2 of the Fjällräven Classic, we covered 15 km, saw a wild reindeer, met Magnus on the trail, met David from Germany and had the best weather.
Day 1 took us from Nikkaluokta to Kebnekaise. Covering almost 20km, we tried reindeer burgers, put our rain gear to the test and set up camp for the first time.
This is my story as a first time participant of the Fjällräven Classic Sweden. The gear and choices we made were best for our skill and fitness levels. I hope my experience gives you a glimpse into what it’s like to try something new and what you can expect during this event.
It’s spring and it’s time to start planting your Fairy Garden! I’ve compiled a list of the flowers that welcome the fairies and wee folk from my previous fairy garden. These flowers also attract other winged creatures like hummingbirds and butterflies.
I’m excited to introduce you to one of Scandinavia’s most fascinating characters – the Tomte. Also known as the Nisse in Norway and Denmark. I first heard about the Tomte from my grandma around Christmas time.
Who doesn't love a good craft sale? Especially one close to the holiday season for some unique gift purchases and seasonal fun. I do! My mom and I attend the Scandinavian Christmas Market year after year to line up and hopefully get some traditional baking. The bake...
What to do on a sunny Saturday afternoon? Well that's easy! How about a hike? Here's a little blog about a lovely day trip I planned back in June, 2019. Everything was just beginning to bloom and summer felt like it had finally arrived. Brokenhead Wetland About 30...