Is it safe to do activities in the mountains? This is a very relevant question, and difficult to answer. The answer will be “it depends on”. Looking into the trends in the outdoor, we might find some tracks due to the topic…After the pandemic the number of visitors in the Swedish mountains still increases but more modest then during the pandemic. We see more of “day visitors” today then before. Unaccustomed visitors are here to stay. Day touring will be the modern mountain life. The tourists will stay at one place and do day trips. We can see an increasing interest in multi activities such as hiking, biking, running and so on. And now we can see some tracks of lack in mountain security; underestimation of how weather affects, overestimate their own physical capacity and ability and give for big trust to the mobile phone. So, what conclusion can we draw from these facts?

The most important thing here is that we all build a common culture of safety. If we all take responsibility and talk about how important safety is, and that we plan for all possibilities. Take the opportunity as often as you can to talk about it and show, for example, the map and compass that shall be used. Not in a pointing finger way – rather in an informal informative way when it’s natural to do. This will be increasingly important, because due to the environmental situation – old knowledge and competence will be out of time. Security habits and rules that have been working for many years do not by default workout today. With social media, the visitors might think it’s always sunny and very nice. And I got an ice axe and a GPS so what can possibly go wrong?

With this said I think we can all contribute to a better mountain safety culture and be quite more adaptable to new ways of safety thinking. Old truths no longer automatically apply, trails that used to be always safe can now be challenging in several different ways.

• Personal accountability,  Accepting that nature is unpredictable and that you are primarily responsible for your own limits and decisions.
• Humility over ego: Treating a decision to abort a summit attempt or head down early as a sign of good judgment rather than failure.

Embracing mountain wisdom for unforgettable adventures…

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Early morning, I stand with my back to the mountain hut. The trail shoes are freshly tied, and I take the first staggering steps. The high air is first felt through the nose and soon reaches the brain, which reflects that the air is cold and crisp. The first sign of that autumn is approaching. I am struck by the mixed feeling of anticipation and melancholy, summer is leaving and winter is approaching. Go with the sun (or the season) is the way, always on the move towards something and leaving something. That is a good feeling, the feeling of life, of being alive…

This week has been good, meeting with the Mountain Safety Council. A lot of interesting topics, such as Mountain incidents, environmental impact of trails and bridges, mountain destination survey, visiting statistics in the Swedish mountain among a lot of other stuff. We also got a demonstration by a mountain safety patrol with an avalanche dog, and also a presentation of a interesting solution with a module built up mountain bridge. Easy to transport and perfect for adapt due to water flow.

Two news on the outdoor gear area:

The Coros x satisfy Apex 4, The Apex 4 46mm from Coros is a fitness watch, designed for women and men who are involved in running and demanding outdoor activities. This robust watch offers advanced navigation and detailed training data to support your performance in challenging environments.

This GPS watch is developed for adventurers and endurance athletes, whether you are involved in trail running, mountain climbing, hiking or skiing. The Apex 4 46mm combines a durable construction with exceptional battery life and a clear Memory-in-Pixel (MIP) touchscreen that is easy to read even in bright sunlight or snow. The watch has powerful mapping functionality with global topographic maps, street names and turn-by-turn navigation, providing reliable orientation in unfamiliar terrain. Plus, it features advanced training and recovery tools, including heart rate variability (HRV) measurement, sleep analysis, and pulse oximeter (SpO2) to optimize your training and recovery. With features like dual-frequency GPS tracking and rugged materials, the Apex 4 46mm is a reliable partner for your most ambitious mountain goals. It also has a built-in speaker and microphone for voice notes or calls.

Starlink Mini is a compact and portable router that gives you stable internet connection via satellite even when you are on the move. With a built-in WiFi router and support for speeds over 100 Mbps, it is perfect for flexible work and play. It requires a subscription with a cost of 510:-/month. (You can buy for just a month)

Compact design that fits easily in your backpack. WiFi 5 technology with a range of up to 112 m². Quick installation: just plug in and point at the sky. Low power consumption: average 25-40 W. No long-binding periods – cancel the subscription whenever you want. Connect to 128 devices.

So summing up this half year, Oviksfjällen, Hamra, Skuleskogen-Skuleberget, Dolomites-San Martino Di Castrozza, Geilo, Grövelsjön, Fulufjället…A good start of the year:-)

”Much of life is about learning to always remain part of the solution rather than allowing ourselves to become part of the problem.”

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During the winter season the Ramundberget celebrated 90 year as a mountain classic. In the yar of 1936 Brita and Agaton Norberg open up there home for skiers and since that time it has become a established mountain pearl. But as most of the mountain area the summer activity has increased. The area around Funäsdalen can offer a lot of nice activities all year around. So today I will suggest a fine tent tour in the western härjedals mountains. So put on your back pack and here we go…

The trail starts at Hållan close to Tänndalen.  Here you start your hike towards Storvålen and Andersborgsstugan a given place for a coffee.Follow the trail east of Anderssjön. Here you have really good opportunities for the first tent night. Next day you keep follow the trail towards the wind shelter Svalåtjärn. From here you go up north and turn left (west) after the Svalåtjärn, and aim for skenörsfjället. From here you will have a terrific view over the whole area. From here you aim for the wind shelter Långbrottsstugan, and here you can place the tent for the night. Next morning you turn to east and the trail towards Finntjärnen. After approx 5km its time to turn to the right (South) and after 5km you will return to Svalåtjärns wind shelter. Continue to the small lake south of Anderssjön. Here you can enjoy the sand beach here and spend the night in your tent. Now you just follow the trail back to Hållan, and your four day tent hike is done. The area is fantastic, and there will be a ot of day hikes in the area if you want continue…. 

When it comes to workout, I have been running intervals this week. 10x200m track. Well, it feel like the old men are the 60+ I am…But important for both the mental health as well for the physical…

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If you were going to run a marathon, would you ever consider using a car for 15km? I don’t think anyone would have given that a thought, or? But ascending Kebnekaise seems to be something where cheating is ok. From my point of view this is a telling example of when accessibility becomes totally wrong. To be honest, can anyone be surprised that the mountain rescue must help exhausted hikers down from the peak. I don’t usually get upset or emotional, but this is beyond me. From my point of view, they have lost the whole meaning of outdoor life. You can’t walk if you don’t have been crawling. Altogether, one big spectacle where the business and authorities must take greater responsibility.

Due to social media the image and expectations are that it is an easy hike in sunny weather. And this at one of the most alpine areas in Sweden. Now it’s time to stop shitting behind the shed (a Värmland expression). Both from an environmental point of view as well as from a safety point of view the helicopter activity in this area needs to be regulated and decreased. The outdoor business needs to pull one’s weight to the pile and stop using this service. Real adventurers know how to prepare and train to be able to ascend a peak like this. That must be the whole philosophy, we can’t take away the spirit-the soul of the outdoors in this way or we soon have a helipad at the peak of Kebnekaise. The whole thing of accessibility must be rethought, take outdoor adventures back to its roots, with no cuts at the corners. Let it be a marathon if it is…

The basis for a good life and a strong mind is important. We can experience that some of us are born with enviable inner strength and inner security. It’s as if they are born with a calmness and a robustness that allows them to tackle whatever difficulties life throws their way. But that’s not the case – very little is in the genes and can be influenced by the individual. Our genes account for only a third of how mentally strong we are, according to a somewhat surprising study conducted at the University of Oslo. There are some fundaments for building a strong mind; meaningful relationships and a job you enjoy. Make sure you get enough sleep, don’t drink too much alcohol, exercise regularly. Practice mindfulness and make sure you have hobbies that make you feel good. Dare to challenge your fears. Don’t be afraid of negative thoughts and feelings, they are just thoughts and feelings. Be guided by your core values ​​and your long-term goals instead of by fears and other negative thoughts and emotions.

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