Essentials of Arctic Winter Camping
OUTDOOR COURSE (March)
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Join this 6-days course if you are attracted to camp in the outdoors in wintertime and want to learn the basics of how to have a comfortable and save stay in the wild. We teach you how to use different type of tents, how to cook in the outdoors, how to make a snow hole (quinzee) or snow wall and lot of other practical things. In addition to skills we provide you valuable knowledge that you can use during your future trips. In the time left we do some short nice (snowshoe and ordinary) hikes in the wild environment of Rago National park and surroundings. This short course is organized in December, January, February, March and April. You can book some additional days for more practicing or some longer hikes. Costs from 950 EUR.
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WHAT IS THIS ARCTIC COURSE ABOUT?
general information
Here you can find all important information about this trip. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
You can also check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for general questions.
You can also check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for general questions.
DATES AND BOOKING INFORMATION
NAME
Essentials of Arctic Winter Camping Course
DATES
13 March 2022 - 18 March 2022 (6 days)
Essentials of Arctic Winter Camping Course
DATES
13 March 2022 - 18 March 2022 (6 days)
COSTS (WHAT IS INCLUDED)
COSTS
The costs of joining this course are 950 Euro. The price for one of the add-ons (after the course) are 550 Euro (3 days).
INCLUDED
Included are all transports during the course, guiding, workshops/lessons, use of kayaks, use of tents, use of fishing rods and use of materials related to the course. Also one overnight stay in a cabin or similar accommodation is included.
NOT INCLUDED / SHARED COSTS
Flights and transfers to the starting / ending point are not included. Daily expenses like food and drinks are shared among the participants and the staff. Usually these costs are around 10-15 EUR per day. You can also bring some food from your home country.
ADDITIONAL NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION
If we (like to) stay more in cabins or other accommodation, we share these costs as well. Our decisions how to stay overnight are based on weather forecasts, conditions, temperatures and what we like as a group. The cabins are around usually around 35 EUR per person / per night. You can find more information about our accommodations below.
The costs of joining this course are 950 Euro. The price for one of the add-ons (after the course) are 550 Euro (3 days).
INCLUDED
Included are all transports during the course, guiding, workshops/lessons, use of kayaks, use of tents, use of fishing rods and use of materials related to the course. Also one overnight stay in a cabin or similar accommodation is included.
NOT INCLUDED / SHARED COSTS
Flights and transfers to the starting / ending point are not included. Daily expenses like food and drinks are shared among the participants and the staff. Usually these costs are around 10-15 EUR per day. You can also bring some food from your home country.
ADDITIONAL NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION
If we (like to) stay more in cabins or other accommodation, we share these costs as well. Our decisions how to stay overnight are based on weather forecasts, conditions, temperatures and what we like as a group. The cabins are around usually around 35 EUR per person / per night. You can find more information about our accommodations below.
LOCATION AND ARRIVAL INFORMATION
LOCATION
This course starts and ends in a small city named Fauske, close to Bodø (good train and bus connection). We will pick you up around 2 PM in the city centre of Fauske. At the end of the trip we also take you back to Fauske and you take the 1 hour train back to Bodø.
AIRPORT
To fly to Bodø you usually take a connecting flight from Oslo. There are multiple flights daily between Oslo and Bodø with different airlines such as SAS, NORWEGIAN, WIDEROE or FLYR.
TRAVELING BY TRAIN IN NORWAY
If you want to travel economically friendly we can recommend you a 17 hours train ride from Oslo to Bodø. Check vy.no for more information about traveling by train.
OUR ADVISE: TAKE YOUR TIME
We would like to recommend you to arrive one day before the start of this course and take some time to acclimatize yourself. It's also good to reduce the travel and work stress. We can give you suggestions for (budget) hostels or hotels in Bodø if you like. An overnight stay in Bodø after the course has ended is also a good idea. In case of bad weather ferries can be cancelled or delayed.
This course starts and ends in a small city named Fauske, close to Bodø (good train and bus connection). We will pick you up around 2 PM in the city centre of Fauske. At the end of the trip we also take you back to Fauske and you take the 1 hour train back to Bodø.
AIRPORT
To fly to Bodø you usually take a connecting flight from Oslo. There are multiple flights daily between Oslo and Bodø with different airlines such as SAS, NORWEGIAN, WIDEROE or FLYR.
TRAVELING BY TRAIN IN NORWAY
If you want to travel economically friendly we can recommend you a 17 hours train ride from Oslo to Bodø. Check vy.no for more information about traveling by train.
OUR ADVISE: TAKE YOUR TIME
We would like to recommend you to arrive one day before the start of this course and take some time to acclimatize yourself. It's also good to reduce the travel and work stress. We can give you suggestions for (budget) hostels or hotels in Bodø if you like. An overnight stay in Bodø after the course has ended is also a good idea. In case of bad weather ferries can be cancelled or delayed.
LEVEL AND EXPERIENCE
LEVEL
For this course you need to be in a (normal) good shape. You will be outside in nature a lot. during wintertime- Most people are not used to that and that makes it for some a bit a tough experience. You do not have much previous experience in camping and outdoor life in general, but it must attracts you.
The activities like hiking or snowshoeing (during winter) are not long. In general bad weather, rain or snow (in the cold months) can create more tougher days in the outdoors. We keep in mind what you like and want to learn and experience. So, the program and the level can be adjusted a bit.
EXPERIENCE
You do not have much previous experience in camping and outdoor life in general, but it must attracts you. The rest we will teach you and give you new experiences to learn from. We always focus on the goals and reasons you joined the course.
For this course you need to be in a (normal) good shape. You will be outside in nature a lot. during wintertime- Most people are not used to that and that makes it for some a bit a tough experience. You do not have much previous experience in camping and outdoor life in general, but it must attracts you.
The activities like hiking or snowshoeing (during winter) are not long. In general bad weather, rain or snow (in the cold months) can create more tougher days in the outdoors. We keep in mind what you like and want to learn and experience. So, the program and the level can be adjusted a bit.
EXPERIENCE
You do not have much previous experience in camping and outdoor life in general, but it must attracts you. The rest we will teach you and give you new experiences to learn from. We always focus on the goals and reasons you joined the course.
ACCOMMODATION
ACCOMMODATION
Most of the days you will stay overnight in a variety of tents with an option to sleep under a tarp, a self-made shelter or a snow-hole (in winter time). One night you will stay in a cabin.
Most of the days you will stay overnight in a variety of tents with an option to sleep under a tarp, a self-made shelter or a snow-hole (in winter time). One night you will stay in a cabin.
GEAR AND PREPARATIONS
PACKING LIST
This trip is organized north of the Arctic Circle. So you need warm clothing, good shoes and outdoor gear like sleeping bags and more. You can find a detailed packing list here.
On this packing list you can find all the gear and equipment you will need and other practical information.
RENT GEAR FROM US
In case you do not have all the gear and you do not want to buy, then you can rent equipment from us, for example backpacks, sleeping mattresses and more.
This trip is organized north of the Arctic Circle. So you need warm clothing, good shoes and outdoor gear like sleeping bags and more. You can find a detailed packing list here.
On this packing list you can find all the gear and equipment you will need and other practical information.
RENT GEAR FROM US
In case you do not have all the gear and you do not want to buy, then you can rent equipment from us, for example backpacks, sleeping mattresses and more.
REMARKS
THE ARCTIC
Remember we are in the Arctic and here the weather rules. Only short term plans are realistic. We make our decisions on what is possible and when to do it based on weather forecast and conditions. A bit flexible mindset is a good thing to have here in northern Norway.
INTAKE
After you have booked we do an intake (video-call) where we discuss the things you want to learn and focus on. This helps us to streamline the train to your personal ambitions. Of course you can also discuss things with us before booking. Just contact us and we schedule a call.
Remember we are in the Arctic and here the weather rules. Only short term plans are realistic. We make our decisions on what is possible and when to do it based on weather forecast and conditions. A bit flexible mindset is a good thing to have here in northern Norway.
INTAKE
After you have booked we do an intake (video-call) where we discuss the things you want to learn and focus on. This helps us to streamline the train to your personal ambitions. Of course you can also discuss things with us before booking. Just contact us and we schedule a call.
WEATHER AND CLIMATE
You can find detailed information about the climate and temperatures here.
THE TOPICS OF THIS COURSE
Here are the topics that we are focusing on during this course. The objectives of this course is that you get essential skills and knowledge to go winter camping on a safe and comfortable way with friends or family. In between practicing and theoretical lessons we do some short hikes in the wild nature of northern Norway.
ADD-ONS AFTER THE COURSE
You can extend your stay with us and do this training and enjoy other Norwegian landscapes and scenery. Contact our staff if you do not know which trip suits your best!
FAQ about this training
AM I AN EXPERT AFTER THIS COURSE?
No, it is a beginner level course. At the end of the course you know the basics and you will essential knowledge. After this you have to get more experience just by doing. One way to do that is join one of the add-ons, but you can also practice yourself solo or with family or friends.
IS THIS A SURVIVAL TRAINING OR COURSE?
No it is not a survival course, but it contains some elements of it (for example how to be safe and warm in Arctic conditions, building emergency shelters and more ´). The course focuses on skills and knowledge related to camping in the wild for people on a beginner level (no experience or a bit experience in winter camping). It gives you a good basis to join a survival training afterwards.
CAN I BRING MY TENT OR OTHER OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT?
Yes, you can bring whatever you want to test it out in Arctic Norway. No problem to bring tents, stoves, drones, etc.
WHY SHOULD I DO AN ADD-ON TRIP?
Practicing and getting experience by being longer in wild nature helps you to develop skills and to get more comfortable. Add-on trips are also nice for exploring more parts of Norway.
CAN I SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS?
Yes if we are lucky. The northern lights season is from September until the mid of April. We need a cloudless sky and check frequently to see the auroras.
WHAT IS THE BEST MONTH?
Hard to say. January, February and March have more snow than December and April in general, but with the climate change it is harder to predict. April has the longest days and you can feel a bit the spring coming and the conditions can be more gentle. But as said the actual weather in a period is hard to predict. Contact our team if you want to know more about which month to choose!