SCANDINAVIA Caitlin But<strong>to</strong>r-Feoderl 94 www.nols.edu • (800) 710-<strong>NOLS</strong> • admissions@nols.edu
With remote Arctic coastlines and lush tundra, Scandinavia beckons. Y<strong>our</strong> <strong>NOLS</strong> expedition along the Arctic Circle will take you around rugged islands, in and out of fjords, and along coastal brim, the lowland area stretching from the ocean <strong>to</strong> the steep glaciated peaks of the Scandinavian Mountains. Lying along the same latitudes as Siberia, Greenland, and Alaska, Arctic Scandinavia will provide long summer days of midnight sun as you learn technical sea kayaking or backpacking skills needed for an expedition anywhere in the <strong>world</strong>. From the coast <strong>to</strong> the limes<strong>to</strong>ne caves <strong>to</strong> forested valleys and high peaks, this unique backcountry classroom provides ample opportunity <strong>to</strong> immerse y<strong>our</strong>self in the core <strong>NOLS</strong> curriculum. And as one of the newest <strong>NOLS</strong> operating locations, Scandinavia will provide a sense of adventure and expedition that is very much explora<strong>to</strong>ry. You may go where no <strong>NOLS</strong> student has gone before. Whether in y<strong>our</strong> boat or on y<strong>our</strong> feet, you’ll master leadership and outdoor living skills while immersing y<strong>our</strong>self in the culture and wilderness of Scandinavia. SCANDINAVIA Kayak the rugged coastlines of this unique terri<strong>to</strong>ry while learning what it means <strong>to</strong> have good expedition behavior. Salten Coast, Norway SCANDINAVIA BACKPACKING AND SEA KAYAKING The Kingdom of Norway is the westernmost country of the Scandinavian Peninsula in Europe. Sea kayaking its impressive coastline offers a mix of remote paddling without any human encounters and days where you can purchase fresh food in the small fishing communities that dot the rugged shores. The Norwegian Sea has a rich marine life, abundant with cod, herring, and halibut, and is home <strong>to</strong> the largest deepwater coral reef in the <strong>world</strong>. Y<strong>our</strong> trekking section will start in Norway at fjord level and move <strong>to</strong> higher elevations that are remarkably unspoiled. A mix of rolling hills and snow-covered peaks punctuated by glaciers, this area has been home <strong>to</strong> the indigenous Sami peoples for over two thousand years. Whichever skill you tackle first, you’ll walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the land, water, and culture of Scandinavia. DETAILS Age and Length: 18 & Over • Average age: 22 • Duration: 30 days Tuition: $6,185 Optional College Credit: 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Environmental Ethics, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Leadership Techniques, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Skills Practicum Dates: page 108 Facing page: No, it’s not a dream. Explore all this desolate and rugged landscape has <strong>to</strong> offer. Above Sorfjorden, Norway Lena Conlan SCANDINAVIA SEA KAYAKING The Norwegian coastline is unlike any place else in the <strong>world</strong>. Its proximity <strong>to</strong> the Arctic Circle provides long daylight h<strong>our</strong>s <strong>to</strong> witness abundant sea life and breathtaking views. From cod <strong>to</strong> herring <strong>to</strong> halibut, fishing opportunities abound. You will travel by sea kayak in and out of fjords, past small fishing villages, around rugged islands, and next <strong>to</strong> land punctuated by steep, glaciated mountains. As you explore the beautiful coast, you’ll learn <strong>to</strong> read nautical charts, hone y<strong>our</strong> paddling skills, and navigate different wind and tidal conditions, all while having fun and refining y<strong>our</strong> leadership skills. DETAILS Age and Length: 18 & Over • Duration: 22 days Tuition: $4,400 Optional College Credit: 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Environmental Ethics, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Leadership Techniques, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Skills Practicum Dates: page 108 SCANDINAVIA BACKPACKING If you have always dreamed of hiking near the Arctic Circle, this explora<strong>to</strong>ry backpacking c<strong>our</strong>se will take you north in<strong>to</strong> those remote regions of Norway and Sweden. You may go where no <strong>NOLS</strong> student has gone before. With the expert guidance of y<strong>our</strong> instruc<strong>to</strong>rs, you’ll learn <strong>to</strong> travel and camp in areas such as Tromsø, Finnmark, or Lyngen. With roots reaching back <strong>to</strong> the indigenous Sami traditions as well as the migrations of the Vikings during the late 800s, Scandinavia is a unique place rich in culture, his<strong>to</strong>ry, and wilderness. Here you will dive in<strong>to</strong> the <strong>NOLS</strong> core curriculum—honing y<strong>our</strong> leadership skills, backcountry navigation savvy, and Leave No Trace ethics. Students 18 and older can opt for a 30-day expedition. We also offer a shorter, though no less intense or beautiful, 14-day trek for students 23 and older. DETAILS Age and Length: 18 & Over • Duration: 30 days 23 & Over • Duration: 14 days Tuition: $5,240 (18 & Over); $3,495 (23 & Over) Optional College Credit: 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Environmental Ethics, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Leadership Techniques, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Skills Practicum (18 & Over); 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Skills Practicum (23 & Over) Dates: page 108 95
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