Ski touring at the 68th parallel north
Do you dream of ski touring in remote mountains with pristine powder snow? Of camping in the wilderness and hanging out with friends in the midnight sun? Join us for a true adventure!
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A true adventure
Far above the Polar Circle, surrounded by mountains, lies Vassijaure. In the beginning of May the sun is up almost all night, but the snow is still cold and there’s a good chance for fresh powder. If you love skiing or snowboarding, Haglöfs Ski Camp is an unforgettable experience in the wilderness. Stay in a large base camp at the foot of the mountain together with others who share your passion. This is a weekend that will provide memories for life.
A unique ski camp in Europe’s largest wilderness
Ski touring on different levels
Professional guides and instructors
Fantastic cuisine with local produce
Midnight sun and marvelous nature
Share experiences with old and new friends
Novice or expert?
Haglöfs Ski Camp is an experience beyond the ordinary. Everyone is welcome, but some mountain experience is recommended. In addition to ski touring, we arrange avalanche training and learn more about the mountains.
Accommodation
The base camp consists of spacious tents equipped with sleeping bags, pillows and reindeer skins on the floor. Four people will be sharing each tent. There’s no shower, but the sauna tent is warm and the snow is refreshing. In order to leave no trace behind, there are dry toilets on site. We spend the evenings together in large cozy tents with long tables and a warm atmosphere, or in the mellow light of the midnight sun.
Culinary experience
Every night we serve a three-course dinner at long tables in large cheerful canvas tents. The food is based on local produce such as reindeer, char, almond potatoes and cloudberries. Alcoholic beverages are sold separately. Every morning a hearty breakfast is served, and for lunch all participants get to bring along REAL fieldmeals.
Select skill level
Every day, experienced licensed guides lead ski tours where we go on skins uphill and ride down on skis or snowboards. Based on experience and stamina, we divide into three levels. You select your level based on your ability, previous experience and how long you want to be out in the mountains. The shortest excursions are 4 hours and the longest are 9 hours. Each group has the same guide throughout the camp, but switching between groups is possible. Everybody gathers in the camp after each day’s adventure. We always adapt to weather and snow conditions.
The Journey
Travel sustainably with Malmbanan or take highway E10 to Vassijaure. Here we welcome you, and transport your luggage to the camp, while you walk on skins for about two kilometers. Please note that you are responsible for bringing your own equipment. If you need to rent or buy equipment, Björkliden 25 km away, or Riksgränsen 10 km away are the closest options. We strongly recommend pre-booking equipment and pick-up time. Once you arrive in Vassijaure there are no stores or shops, so make sure to bring everything along.
Vassijaure is a train station “in the middle of nowhere”. There are no shops or ski lifts here. You are responsible for bringing your own equipment to the station, and we will transport it to the camp.
5-8 May 2024 |
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Martin "Bruce" Lundberg
Focus on safety
Expeditions in the mountain wilderness, with untouched snow, is a wonderful experience. But it also requires knowledge. It is crucial to make decisions with a safety-oriented mindset. To minimize risks, we work with professional, licensed guides. Our head guide is Martin "Bruce" Lundberg, internationally certified mountain guide at IFMGA.
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