OUTDOOR LIFE fall

Kayaking in the Mediterranean

Are you ready for high mountains, deep valleys and powerful nature experiences? Are you dreaming of a varied year outdoors in nature?

This is what you will learn:

Fall:

  • Kayaking (beginner level kayaking course)

  • Campfire atmosphere and cooking over a campfire

  • Establishing basecamp

  • Navigating with map and compass

  • Ice climbing

  • Camping and bivouacking in different outdoor environments

  • Climbing (indoor and outdoor)

  • Solo 24 hours out in nature

  • Surfing in Hoddevika

Adventure all year round

At Friluftsliv you get a year with lots of time outdoors and great variety. With fjords, mountains, glaciers, forests and coast all around us, we have many opportunities right outside our door. Together with others who like to be outdoors, you get to try many different things, learn new skills and experience outdoor life through the changing seasons.

We start the year with trips both on foot and on the water. You get to try kayaking, climbing, glacier, surfing, river kayaking and rafting. We go on mountain hikes with tents and sleeping bags, cook outside and learn the basics you need to plan and carry out your own trips.

You will learn, among other things, orienteering with a map and compass, first aid, trip planning and how to assess weather and conditions. Throughout the year, you will gain more experience and become safer and more independent outdoors.

Versatility is the key. Autumn offers beautiful mountain hikes with tents, kayaking on a silent fjord, and glacier hiking in the blue ice. When the days get shorter, there will be campfires, surfing, and climbing – both indoors and outdoors.

You don't need a lot of previous experience. We start at your level and learn along the way. Some days are high-paced and full of new challenges, while others are about hiking, lighting a campfire or waking up in a tent with a new day ahead of you. It's the variety, the experiences and the people you share them with that characterize Friluftsliv.

    • Kayak and wetsuit
      You will learn basic paddling techniques and safety and will be able to use the kayak on a trip.

    • Tent life and overnight trip
      We go on a trip with a tent and sleeping bag and learn how to set up camp and enjoy being outdoors for several days.

    • Map and compass
      You learn to orient yourself and find your way when we are out on a trip.

    • Campfire and outdoor cooking
      We light a fire, cook food and spend a lot of time outdoors.

    • Glacier hiking and glacier courses
      You will learn how to travel safely on a glacier with crampons, ice axe and rope.

    • Blue ice climbing
      You will get to try ice climbing and become familiar with the equipment and techniques we use.

    • Climbing indoors and outdoors
      We climb both in Sognahallen and out on the climbing fields around Sogndal.

    • Rafting
      Experience the river from the raft, with speed, cooperation and lots of water.

    • River kayaking
      You will get to try river paddling and feel the difference from kayaking on the fjord.

    • Surfing in Hoddevika
      We travel to Stad and try surfing in Hoddevika.

    • Solo day
      You get to spend time alone outside and use the skills you have learned throughout the fall.

Study trips

Study trip: Kayaking in the Mediterranean

We travel by train to Croatia to experience both mountain hikes and paddling.

  • In the fall we travel south to Croatia, where we exchange western mountains and cold fjords with warm days, mountains, islands and the clear Mediterranean. The journey itself is part of the experience, and we travel together through Europe before arriving in Croatia.

    Here, the outdoor life continues in completely different surroundings than at home in Sogndal. We kayak between small islands and along the coast, go on mountain hikes and experience the landscape both from the sea and from above.

    Climbing is also part of the trip. We climb outside with a view of the ocean and get to use the skills we have been working on at home. The activities are adapted to the group, so you can join in even if you don't have much experience before.

    There will also be time to swim in the Mediterranean, explore the places we visit and get to know the life and culture of Croatia better. In between activities we will have time to slow down, eat together and enjoy warm autumn days by the sea.

    The study trip gives us many days outdoors together and the opportunity to experience how different outdoor life can be from place to place. We take our experiences from the autumn in Sogndal with us and use them in new surroundings, with kayaking, climbing, mountain hiking and life along the Mediterranean.

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Equipment list 

For an active year with outdoor life in challenging West Norway nature, you need some equipment.

The overview below covers what you should have in terms of personal equipment. Remember that old, good equipment is often just as useful as the latest model, so look in the attic or borrow from your family or friends!

Included in the price, all students at Sogndal Folk High School receive a training card at the Sports Center with access to all facilities.

    • Shell jacket and shell pants (windproof, waterproof, durable)

    • Hiking pants

    • Hat and scarf (preferably wool)

    • Wool mittens and gloves (simple and warm)

    • 2 sets of wool underwear

    • Warm mid-layer (wool sweater, primaloft or down jacket)

    • Workout clothes and sneakers (indoor and outdoor)

    • Mountain boots or shoes with high ankle

  • Hiking and outdoor equipment

    • Daypack approx. 40L

    • Backpack approx. 70L

    • Sleeping mats (2 needed for winter)

    • Sleeping bag

    • Plate, cup and cutlery

    • Drinking bottle that can withstand boiling water (e.g. Nalgene)

    • Thermos

    • Headlamp (simple type)

    • Map folder and compass (360°)

    • Knife

    • Sunglasses and sunscreen

    • Writing materials

    Practical and travel

    • Travel insurance

    • European Health Insurance Card

    • Passport

    • Simple bicycle (for the local area) – help with purchasing if you have a long commute

    • Bicycle helmet

Teacher outdoor activities fall :

Pål Korsnes Støylen

Pål has an extensive educational background that includes a master's degree in physical education, sports and outdoor life. He is also a trained agronomist and educator, which gives him broad expertise in both scientific and educational areas, and he exudes a comprehensive knowledge base in his teaching and guidance of students.

Pål with an Å has endless enthusiasm and is eager to get the most out of life. He's keen to get the best out of everyone around him, which he does with a twinkle in the eye and an appropriate comment. It's incredibly easy to fall in love with this talented, calm guy with a huge range of interests.

paal@sogndal.fhs.no 482 67 398

Price for half a year

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