My finnish lapphund girl is a natural supermodel indeed. I rarely need to “arrange” situations just to get a nice … More
Author: LissExplore
Telemark Winter Wonderland
Buzy times lately, but after finishing exams, driving 1000 km up to Northern Sweden, preparing and celebrating a peaceful Christmas … More
Hallingskarvet National Park hike
Stairway to heaven – or stairway to Hallingskarvet? Both real awesome choices, but the 2000 steps that lead us directly … More
Autumn Fishing in the Mountains
We probable had our very last summer days last weekend, so me and puppy have been out in the mountains … More
Gaustatoppen hike in Telemark
I stopped the car and looked up towards the peak of Gaustatoppen. The clouds where blowing so fast over the … More
Draisine along Numedalsbanen railway
Everyone that has read Jack London’s book The Road in younger days will for sure understand why some of us … More
Tent Camping at Unstad Beach in Lofoten
The little village Unstad quickly became a favorite place to visit this season, and I have done 4 nice hikes … More
Værøy hiking in Lofoten
Finally me and puppy was on on our way with the ferry to wonderful Værøy island again. I did the … More
Justadtinden hike in Lofoten
If you crave for a longer and solid day hike in Lofoten with amazing views, very nice (and mtb-bike friendly) … More
Himmeltindan hike in Lofoten
A late evening hike to Himmeltindan is well worth it in nice weather. If you are normal fit and healthy … More
Hornneset seaside hike in Lofoten
From the peak Møntinden I got a nice view over the seashore below us. I got a glimpse of a … More
Møntinden hike in Lofoten
I discovered this beautiful area while me and puppy went for a evening stroll along the landslide-exposed gravel road by … More
Volandstinden hike in Lofoten
From a far distance I could see that the peak was covered with fog, and the risk was to see … More
Svartvatnet Lake hike in Lofoten
I wanted to avoid windy and fog covered peaks this day, so a hike up to Svartvatnet lake turned out … More
Dog hiking backpack
Remember our hike along Yttersandheia last year? This year we started our summer in Lofoten with a hike parallel to it … More
Lofoten – third edition
Yes, you probable guessed correctly. Me and puppy are finally back in Lofoten again, for the 3 time, it is … More
Roadtrip to Northern Norway
We started in Tinn, Telemark. I had some extra days before work startup, and decided to finally visit my family … More
Tinnsjøen lake
Many of us see beautiful landscape pictures along the road while driving, but we rarely stop to shoot it due … More
Tinn, Tessungdalen in Telemark
A lot has happened since last blog post, it sure is time for a quick update. Me and puppy are … More
Storronden hike in Rondane National Park of Norway
Last summer visit in Rondane I biked and hiked up to this awesome National Park and to the very peak of Veslesmeden (2015 … More
Nordlandsbanen railway journey in North Norway
I love travel by train in Norway, especially long distance railway where you are guaranteed an overdose of scenic landscapes … More
New paths of life
A new year is here, and new challenges are waiting. Planning and preparing has occupied my mind and doings during … More
Tindstinden hike in Lofoten Norway
Don’t wanna risk your or other hikers lives just to get a selfie on the glorified Reinebringen? Then Tindstinden for sure is a brilliant … More
Solar illuminated bird feeder
Feeding wild birds or backyard birds is a great way to learn more about them. They are such fascinating and adorable … More
White frost river
Winter wonderland is here! Every day is full of beautiful frozen creations of nature – where dull and grey trees, … More
Crochet merino beanie with star and waistcoat stitch
Today’s hike took me and puppy up to and all the way around the half-frozen lake Rödvattensjön (377 masl). It … More
Enchanted forest
Everything has its charm. Even the moist, slushy and gray days. We just had a period with this weather, and, … More
Offersøykammen hike in Lofoten
I still have a few more hikes and excursions to post from an awesome summer season in Lofoten, saving the very best … More
Stockholmsgata canyon hike
The name may bewilder you to think about city streets in Stockholm packed with cars, shops and people. But no … More
Licence to sweep
Last year I got my licence to chimney sweep/soot and clean my own wood-fired heating boiler. Feels really nice to … More
Crochet sweater
Finally I have made my very first crochet sweater.! It is an easy and cropped one with long arms.. and sooo … More
Yttersandheia hike in Lofoten
As much as I love reaching mountain tops for a magnificent 360 degrees views – hiking along mountain edges or … More
Ryten hike in Lofoten
This hike includes spectacular views to the beautiful Kvalvika beach, with a possibility to make a roundtrip to walk along that tempting … More
Munkebu hike in Lofoten
Glorious Munkebu. 2 years after hiking to the scenic and popular Munkebu, I was finally back again. The views are as … More
Solbjornvatnet and Okstinden hike in Lofoten
Have you ever wondered how it looks at the other side of Reine‘s famous spectacular mountain views? Well, wonder no more … More
Helvetestinden ridge hike in Lofoten
So, here I am back home in Norway again to work through the summer, but this time I choose to … More
Biking, Hiking and Fishing Tour from Norway to Sweden
For the third time I was ready to start my lil’ solo bicycle tour after finishing my seasonal summer work in … More
Top 5 outdoor activities along Tafjorden, Norway
The list could be so much longer of course, but I have shortened it down to my 5 favourite adventures from … More
Rondvassbu to Veslesmeden climb (2015 masl)
After an early wakeup call from the passing baryton sheep at 5 o’clock in the morning, I enjoyed a sunny … More
Rondane National Park area
When Plan A is down, Plan B is on. A very good Plan B I may say indeed. Plan A was to … More
Norways’ National Day – Gratulerer med dagen
What a beautiful sunny day to celebrate the Norwegian National Day, I really wish I was home to celebrate with … More
Hiking Sunndalen mountain valley
At first I thought this mountain valley hike would become the most dull and grey one, but it turned out … More
Mount Skåla summit hike
A fjord to summit hike doesn’t get better than this – here you will hike (or run) the longest uphill in … More
Via Ferrata Loen
Shortly before the second bicycle tour from Oppstryn to Loen I found my bicycle punctured by a push-pin, and I … More
Outdoor spring workout
Friends and family chuckle warmly of me, they say I for sure live pretty rural on my little farm, it’s … More
Kjenndalsbreen glacier of Norway
One of my favourite alternative suggestions for visitors when I worked at the Jostedalsbreen Visitor Center was to visit Kjenndalsbreen glacier … More
Erdalsetra – Vetledalseter hike and lodge
Well, who the heck can resist a quick refreshing dip in crystal clear glacial river after a hot hike? Only … More
Crochet reflection dog vest and sporty messy bun beanie
Of course I crochet something for Her Sweetness too.. and some of my first “creations” was this reflective dog vest that would … More
Segestad mountain farm of Norway
Segestad (Sigdestad) mountain farm (ca 314 masl) was the first place I really wanted to visit in Oppstryn, wich ended … More
Fluffy snow trail run
And finally I have to admit to myself that I do miss running a little bit .. skiing is still absolutely … More
Crochet chunky granny square stool cover
My dear son came home from school the other day with two very nice and well-made wooden stools he had created. … More
Visit Stryn of Norway
So, there I was once again for the 3. summer, lashing my heavy packed bicycle in the car cargo room … More
Crochet rustic infinity scarf of wool
After 3 days of cross-country skiing my best little friend Jenta and I went for a walk around a lake yesterday … More
Travel highlights and hidden gems of Norway
Are you already planning and ponder where to go this summer in Norway? Oh yes, there is SO MUCH to choose … More
Crochet wool mittens
I’m hooked, addicted and already have a long list of what I plan to create with my smoking hot crochet … More
Natural backstop for archery target
Practising with my compound bow has not been a priority lately, but after recently ordering home a very simple target … More
Handmade crochet beanie of pure wool
It’s not perfect, it’s not for all, and it’s not exactly super fashionable, but it’s my own “haute couture”- and … More
Chill-out in the chill
For days the car did a frozen silent protest, in minus 24 degrees it just refused to start at all, … More
Snow heaven and hell
We probable all agree to that a snowy frozen landscape are sooo beautiful and also gives us the chance to … More
Winter Wonderland skiing Christmas
The latest days have offered absolutely super skiing conditions with sparkling sun, 7 -8 minus degrees and lots of snow … More
Baking Nordlandslefser in wood fired oven
Yesterday I spent an interesting and fun day in a baker’s hut surrounded by beautiful winter wonderland. I hired the hut … More
Cross-country skiing weekend
These days it feels absolutely right to replace my running shoes with a pair of cross-country skis now and then. There … More
Lappmarksvägen winter hike
Best time of the year to hike certain trails are right now, when the ground is a bit frozen, most … More
Hunting License study
Feels awesome to finally get started on my way to the exam in licence to hunt. Ever since I completed … More
Antarsberget Pokerhyllan trail running or hiking up
I have been hiking up to Antarsberget and the viewpoint Pokerhyllan since April this year when the trail was still covered … More
Lillsjön fishing
This weekend the sun finally showed up with a chilly wind, but I still wanted to check out fishing in Lillsjön, … More
Aurora Borealis in my courtyard
My first photos ever of the northern lights.. at last. I didn’t have to chase it at all either, just shot … More
Agnsjön lake surrounded by autumn
This week I and my fluffy puppy have discovered several nice lakes for scenic walks in beautiful autumn colours, and Agnsjön is … More
Östalbodarna
I have been visiting Östalbodarna (close by Myckelgensjö lake) several times after getting back to Sweden from my stay in Norway. … More
Finnish Lapphund puppy
Finally, after years of evaluating, longing and waiting, I got our new family member home last week after travelling 2000 … More
Via Ferrata Sweden
Today I finally visited Europa’s biggest Via Ferrata centre. It is actually in my “neighbourhood” so to speak, but I … More
Salina volcano hike
What Stromboli offered in terms of godsmacking and brutal live volcanic beauty, the tranquil, laid back and lush Aeolian archipelago … More
My cosy little farm in Northern Sweden
So I finally did it. I have moved… (ahem ..yes, again).. but this time to the northern part of Sweden. … More
Grivel ice axe isyxa
SOLD! Säljer en oanvänd isyxa jag har för isklättring / alpinism – gå in och se min annons på Blocket – Nice … More
Madeira travel and hike
Yet another solo budget travel is recently done! Spectacular landscapes are affordable for all to joint if you use your head just … More
Norway Highlights – Hiking and Biking Lofoten
I invite you to have a quick glimpse and perhaps find travel inspiration from these awesome moments extracted from hiking and bicycling in Lofoten this summer … More
Lofoten
Sitting here in Narvik this evening with stars in my eyes looking back at the last weeks adventure along Lofoten. … More
Norway bike hike (Part 4): Sognefjord
Finally my last post from last summer’s bicycle tour in Norway. I guess it’s about time since my next coming … More
Rowing Workout Outdoor
So how to “keep in shape” while there’s no access to a gym out here in the end of a … More
Tafjordfjella hikes
The latest weeks I have enjoyed several hikes in parts of Tafjordfjella. The following three hikes are all easily reachable … More
Skageflå hike
Busy little bee at work Our Norwegian Queen adores this place – and now I understand why. The hike started … More
Trollstigen cycle climb
Almost can’t believe that I yesterday bicycled up Trollstigen with my cheap and heavy trek bike including luggage and a … More
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys
Yeah! Finally back in Norway again! After just 2 days at home I again packed my bags and headed for … More
Stromboli volcano
So, where else can you enjoy a starry sky, reflecting moonlight, beautiful sunset and powerful lava eruptions – all at the same time??? Stromboli rules!
Norway Bike Hike (Part 3): Sognefjellsvegen and Krossbu
Bicycling along Sognefjellsvegen Route 55 was nothing less but spectacular! If I had stopped for everything I considered “picturesk” – … More
Ice climbing in ice caves – Larsbreen glacier
Where the wind cannot reach you. Just look at this beauty folks – it’s simply magnificent glittering art made by … More
Svalbard
So, what can you do when the heat is “unbearable”(I can’t stand it) and the pollen allergy is becoming a real pain … More
Norway Bike Hike (Part 2): Galdhøpiggen and Jotunheimen
So the bike tour continued to roll. I fully enjoyed this feeling of freedom with no obligations, no time to … More
Archery practice
Nope, no Easter vacation for this working girl. But in-between deadlines I got out for a nice run and … More
Sweden: Wildlife tracking excursion in Umeå
We borrowed old-fashioned wooden skis from the swedish military – yes, like the one’s I remember using in my childhood … More
Norway Bike Hike (Part 1): Geiranger and Norddal
The goal was neither to go highest, deepest, fastest, furthest or toughest – I would bike, hike and rest whenever and … More
Naturen i sockervadd
Fanns inte en chans att låta bli morgonens cykeltur på mtb:n – vädret bjöd ju på glittriga ispartiklar i luften och ett … More
Bågskytte
Idag var det då äntligen dags att ta ut min nya compound pilbåge och inviga den. Efter att man fått justera … More
Viltbiologi i Umeå
Nu är slitna huvudet fylld med vilda tankar.. altså, efter en snörik och “djurisk” weekend vid Umeå universitet har man … More
Morgonlöpning i 23 minusgrader
Härligt kallt och knarrande snö imorse. Efter jag skickat iväg arvingen till skolan bar det ut i “superkylan” på en 45 … More
Preikestolen och Lysefjorden
Så sjukt mycket att göra för tiden så bloggen får lida, men jag har ju fortfarande en del reseberättelser från … More
Löpmål från fjord till fjäll – 600 m upp… och ner igen
Någon vecka innan löpmålet genomfördes sprang jag (för en gång skull) tillsammans med någon, nämligen min supertrevliga “housemate” i Tafjord … More
Sova under bar himmel..
…har jag gjort både frivilligt och ofrivilligt.. det första är ju att föredra, som också gav mersmak under fjolårets snöleopardexpedition … More
Romsdalseggen
Provcyklings-tour! I den rätt så isolerade fjordbygden jag arbetade i blev man nestan tvungen att skaffa sig något att rulla … More
Bergskred, vattenkraft och tsunamis
I närmare 3 månader arbetade jag i Norge – och vilket intressant jobb! För sånna som mig som älskar naturen och … More