Hannah getting a hug from Ernie When you travel somewhere new, it is easy to think of a local guide as simply someone who knows the way. But in a place like northern Sweden, local knowledge can be much more than knowing which trail to take or where to stop for coffee. It can mean understanding how the seasons actually behave. Knowing how the forest changes with the weather. Recognising when conditions are becoming difficult. Knowing which routes work well in winter, how snow

If you are visiting Luleå in winter, you have probably come across dog sledding as one of the things you can do while you are here. Hannah crossing a large lake with a dog team close to home But what is a dog sledding tour actually like? Do you drive the sled yourself? How cold does it get? What should you wear? Can children come along? Do you need any experience with dogs or sledding? And what does a few hours behind a team of sled dogs really involve? We run our dog sled to

Following my last post on Thoughts on clothing system for winter conditions, I've compiled a detailed guide to help you navigate the chill of the Boreal Forest. This guide is tailored for those working and traveling below the treeline, away from the coast. I hope you find it useful! 1. How We Get Cold Understanding how our bodies lose heat is crucial for staying warm. Here are the main ways heat escapes: Conduction: Touching cold surfaces like metal, snow, or the ground. Conv

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I’m officially the co-host of the ‘Trail By Fire Podcast’ together with Padraig Croke. It’s a podcast about the great outdoors and...

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