Creative Outdoor Life
Creative
Outdoor life and versatile creativity
Do you want to combine creating something with your hands with outdoor activities? At Kreativ - outdoor activities you will learn many different creative techniques while getting a basic introduction to outdoor activities in the fantastic nature of Northwest Norway. Within creative subjects you will receive training in, among other things, woodworking, textile/sewing/redesign, drawing/painting and glass/silver jewelry. Within outdoor activities you will learn, among other things, summer/autumn/spring tent living with associated outdoor cooking and map/compass. We have many electives, and here there is a good selection within both creative subjects and outdoor activities/skiing that you can use to design your own dream year.
We have large, bright and well-equipped classrooms to work in.
Varied and exciting teaching
Do you like sewing better than drawing, or maybe you're already a whiz at woodcarving? Regardless of what you're best at or which creative activity you prefer, your level of experience doesn't matter when applying for this line. We customize the teaching to each student's needs and area of interest. Throughout the year, you'll get a taste of many different techniques with the class, but what you immerse yourself in and spend the most time on is to some extent up to you.
Tours and excursions
We will go on a few trips together with Kreativ redesign. For example, pizza making on the shore, a cabin trip and a trip to the bird mountain Runde. Otherwise, Kreativ Friluftsliv will have a few more mountain hikes, some overnight trips in tents in different seasons and get a good introduction to maps and compasses and basic outdoor activities.
Creative Outdoor Activities on Social Media
Check out Kreativ on social media, where you can get an insight into the daily life on the line and see creations from former students!
Short and sweet
You will learn
Knife making
Toving
Outdoor life
Karst and compass
Stitching and redesigning
Acrylic paint
Silver jewelry
Glass jewelry
Ceramics
You can also try
Overnight stays in tents
Group tour
Trip to Runde
Overnight stays in tents
Cabin trips
Cooking outside
Frida on Creative
Frida is a former student at Kreativ and tells you about the program, the learning and the experiences it has given her. Look forward to a year at Kreativ!
Ruth Marie Rasmussen
Teacher
Ruth Marie is a trained teacher in arts and crafts, specializing in woodworking. She also has a journeyman's certificate in wood carving. In addition to various shaping activities, she loves sports and outdoor life, preferably with a creative twist! Such as river hiking, bathtub paddling and birthday parties in the mountains. She mainly teaches drawing, painting, woodwork and takes you on exciting excursions!
Equipment you need
Sleeping bag for overnight stays
Indoor shoes for gyms
Hiking bag
Sleeping mat
Turtlenecks and wool underwear
Study trips
At Nordvestlandet Folk High School you can choose a study trip! In November, the entire school has a travel period where you choose the program you find most interesting. This is a unique opportunity to get to know more of the students at the school and learn more about yourself and the world we live in.
Bali - Lombok
We pack our bags and travel to Bali and Lombok! There we will experience jungle, volcano, rafting and surfing, among other things. Get to know Indonesian culture better and visit humanitarian work.
Norway - a round trip
On this trip we visit a number of important historical sites and you will get an insight into Norwegian culture and nature. We will visit, among others, Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim and Stiklestad where you will get a good insight into Norwegian Viking history.
Kenya
On this trip you will see amazing wildlife and nature on safari, swim along Mombasa's beautiful beaches, visit many significant places and learn a lot about yourself!
Fjord route
Join us on a fantastic cabin-to-cabin hike in the mountains on the islands between Kristiansund and Surnadal. Right next to the ocean, you will experience magnificent nature, improve your map and compass skills, clothing and hiking food. On this hike, you will learn a lot about and from being in nature.
Nepal
Nepal is one of the world's most exciting travel destinations! Over the course of 16-18 days we visit Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan. This trip offers great experiences in nature and great cultural encounters.
Interrail
Join us on a tour of Europe by train! We will visit cities, meet people and see famous and important sights. You yourself will help plan where the trip will go and what we will experience.
Morocco
Explore the colorful markets of Marrakech, the beautiful beaches around Agadir, and surf the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. A journey filled with culture, adventure, and community – where you learn, grow, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Major full weeks
Three times a year, extra time is set aside for line subjects. During these weeks, there are an extra number of consecutive days with major subjects. We use these days to go on trips or to immerse ourselves in a project we're working on.
Ski week in Oppdal
In February, the whole school goes to Oppdal Ski Center. We'll be staying at the IMI-Stølen campsite, which has excellent facilities for accommodation and socializing. There will be lots of skiing fun, games and cabin fun!We have skilled instructors with us and you will receive instruction at your level. We offer instruction in alpine skiing, telemark, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. You get 5 days of ski passes, so this is a unique opportunity to improve your skiing skills or learn something completely new.
Price
Get an overview of your costs.
Norwegian citizens will receive NOK 151,690 in loans and grants from the loan fund for the 2025/26 school year.
Basic cost
148,000 kr
Enrollment money
Cost/charge (standard)
Major program cost
Joint expenses / joint trips
Optional study trip
The Fjord Route
included
Norway
4,000 kr
Morocco
20,000 kr
Interrail
26,000 kr
Bali - Lombok
32,000 kr
Kenya
32,000 kr
Nepal
42,000 kr
Other
A high standard double room (with bathroom) costs 7,000 NOK per year, a single room (without bathroom) 9,500 NOK per year.
Most electives are free of charge. Some electives cost extra, check the electives page.
“Learning Norwegian” for international students costs 2000 NOK per year, which mainly covers books.
Personal equipment such as skis, poles, backpack, hiking clothes, etc. must be provided by you, some can be rented at the school.
Passports, travel insurance and vaccinations required for international travel are not included.
Some experience weeks are free and some cost extra, check the electives page.
Special diets for allergies and other conditions. NOK 3,000 to NOK 9,000 per year.
Vegetarian diet - 3,000 kr
Lactose-free diet - 3,000 kr
Dairy protein-free diet - 7,000 kr
Vegan diet - 7,000 kr
Gluten-free diet - 9,000 kr
