The outdoor majors at Nordvestlandet folkehøgskole – Which one is right for you?

Several different outdoor majors

Nordvestlandet folkehøgskole is located in an eldorado for outdoor activities, and with us you can choose from several different outdoor majors.

In the myriad of options, it can be difficult to find out which outdoor major is the best for you. That is why we have tried to make it a little easier to choose between the outdoor majors at school. Here you can find a some information about what distinguishes the various majors from each other, what they require in terms of equipment and prior knowledge.

Regardless of which major you choose, at Nordvestlandet folkehøgskole you get a year in optimal surroundings for outdoor life.

Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Focus on steep outdoor life. On this line, we seek the peaks, and get better at climbing and freeriding.

Outdoor Explore - Norway/Bali
Hikes, bonfire and tent life. Focus on getting good at being on a trip through all seasons.

Multisport Adventure - Norway/Bali
Trying out many different sports and activities. Here we will get in versatile physical shape while having fun outdoors and indoors.

Powder Surf - Japan
Lots of surfing and freeriding on snow. The aim is to become a better freerider and surfer.

Basecamp Nordvestlandet
Focus on short-distance outdoor activities. Try out many different outdoor activities - everything from kayaking and surfing to ski mountaineering and climbing.

Do you spend a lot of nights outdoors/in tents?

Not much:
Multisport Adventure - Norway
Multisport Adventure - Bali

Some:
Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Powder Surf - Japan

A lot:
Friluftsliv Explore - Bali
Friluftsliv Explore - Norway
Basecamp Nordvestlandet

Is there an trip abroad?

Mandatory trip abroad:
Multisport Adventure - Bali
Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Outdoor Explore - Bali
Powder Surf - Japan

Only trips in Norway:
Outdoor Explore - Norway
Basecamp Nordvestlandet
Mutisport Adventure - Norway

Which skis do I need to take with me to the major?

Skis for ski mountaineering (randonee, telemark or splitboard):
Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Powder Surf - Japan
Basecamp - Nordvestlandet

Mountain skis/ backcountry skis:
Outdoor Explore - Norway
Outdoor Explore - Bali

Must not have skis:
Multisport Adventure - Norway
Multisport Adventure - Bali

PS: The whole school goes on a joint trip to Oppdal ski resort in January/February. Here you can hire alpine equipment if you do not have this yourself, or you can bring your own equipment.

Recommended prior knowledge of skiing

You should have basic skiing skills:
Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Powder Surf - Japan
Basecamp - Nordvestlandet

You don't need any skiing experience:
Outdoor Explore - Norway
Outdoor Explore - Bali
Multisport Adventure - Norway
Multisport Adventure - Bali

How much avalanche theory does the major include?

Not much:
Multisport Adventure - Norway
Multisport Adventure - Bali

Some:
Outdoor Explore - Norway
Outdoor Explore - Bali

A lot:
Alpine Adventure - Himalaya
Powder Surf - Japan
Basecamp - Nordvestlandet

Remember that electives can complement your choice of major

When you evaluate the different courses against each other, you should also bear in mind that you can choose electives that enrich your school year. See an overview of all our electives here. If, for example, you choose a major without a distinct focus on top tours, you can - if you want - choose the elective top tour. In this way, you can get both the major and the activity you want as a smaller part of your everyday school life.

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