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Around camels hump

2/18/2020

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It's a rare occurrence these days to have the entire family together in one spot - then it happened to be one of the most glorious days this winter. The Camels Hump Challenge had happened the day before, so we set out on old waxless skis knowing the trail would be well tracked and somewhat packed for most of the 13 mile loop around Camels Hump. We have, combined, or maybe even individually, hike this peak at least 100 times, but circumnavigating on skis through high birch groves, across small ponds, and under typically unseen cliffs was a completely new lens to experience the area.
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Always remember to say hi to the snow trolls. 
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Skiing in the chic chocs

4/5/2018

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race season

2/18/2018

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Seacoast Adventures

10/14/2017

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A Visit to Lillehammer

7/11/2017

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​Built into the hillside on the northern shores of Mjøsa is the major ski destination of Lillehammer. A few-day visit to an old teammate turned into five days of exploring the surrounding hills and region.
The ski inspiration started soon after arriving, when we spotted several rollerskiers pushing hard up the hill towards the Birkebeiner Stadium and ski track, when we passed the Olympic Park, and as the ski jumps came into view. These first day sightings led to sore muscles, as the motivation escalated and the stoke was high. 
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The first day consisted of a rollerski just north of Lillehammer, as we followed the river Gudbrandsdalslågen through small clusters of houses, then traveling along the west shores of Mjøsa to return by way of a long bridge designated for pedestrians. We brought out the skis again the following day at the rollerski track built on the hill above the ski jumps. We saw two members of the Norwegian national ski team training in the stadium, as well as kids half my height on rollerskis for the first time. The entire time I was in my head beaming with excitement - how special to see some of the best, beginners, and all levels in between all on one track.
Time after training sessions turned into small photo adventures, including a 
mesmerizing walk up the several hundred steps to the top of the ski jumps, a short hike up Balbergkampen to look over the entire valley, and a few visits downtown to take in the colorful streets and architecture. One of my favorite features of the summer here so far are the beautiful wildflowers, and in particular, the lupines, that seem to be blooming everywhere. So many patches of pinks, blues, and purples, like fireworks bursting in the tall grass! 
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One of the days I followed the road past the Birkebeiner stadium to Sjosjøen, which I imagine to be a paradise under feet of snow. But the sunny, chilly summer weather welcomed views over large forest covered hills, lakes nestled in small land depressions, and clusters of cabins built in a more rustic Norwegian style, with grass roofs naturally blending them into the landscape. 
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A Walk on Helgøya

7/2/2017

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Centered in the middle of the lake Mjøsa, Helgøya can easily be reached by boat from the town of Hamar, Norway. So on a calm afternoon we drove across the light waves to the southern tip of the island and tied up the boat at an empty dock. A short walk through fields of tall grass led us to a cluster of old barns and the nearby cozy cafe, Skafferiet. It was a relaxing afternoon spent roaming the farmstead and playing the old Viking game "kubb". 
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