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Outdoor Life Spring 26

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 05.01.2026
  • Price: from 75 900,-
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Environmental certification:
    DebioFairtrade
  • Location: Sogndal
  • Study tour: Ski expedition across the Hardangervidda plateau

Are you ready to experience winter outdoor life at its best – from sleeping in a tent under the stars to crossing the Hardangervidda on skis?

When the snow arrives, we take out our mountain skis and head for ski summits. You will learn telemark turns and join longer ski trips with overnight stays outdoors. Winter also offers unique experiences such as sleeping in snow caves, trying kiting, and learning basic avalanche safety.

A true highlight of the year is crossing the Hardangervidda with skis and pulk. Spending several days out on the plateau gives you valuable experience with endurance, teamwork, and mastering demanding winter conditions – an adventure you won’t forget.

As spring returns, we trade skis for climbing, kayaking, and coastal hikes. We sleep under the open sky and you get to try a solo night alone in nature. Each season brings new challenges, and we make the most of them.

The goal of the year on the Outdoor Life program is that you learn to take care of yourself and feel at home in nature, in all kinds of weather and terrain. You’ll gain a broad introduction to friluftsliv, develop skills both individually and together with others, and build strong bonds with your fellow adventurers.

By the end of the year, you’ll be a more confident and independent outdoor enthusiast – ready for new trips and experiences, whether alone or together with others.

Best of all? You’ll share the entire journey with people who are just as passionate about outdoor life as you are.

Between towering mountains and the deep Sognefjord, everything is set for a year filled with experiences, personal growth, and lifelong friendships. At our school, learning goes beyond the classroom—it becomes a home. And this home is filled with people, just like you, who are ready to create unforgettable memories.

Here, the classroom isn’t confined by four walls—it extends to the entire landscape around us! From steep mountain peaks to deep fjords, the opportunities are endless. You’ll learn by experiencing, exploring, and actively participating in everything we do together.

Throughout the year, you’ll enjoy warm evenings by the fjord and crisp winter days surrounded by powder snow. You’ll feel the contrasts, the freedom, and the pure joy of being present in the moment. No matter which program you choose, we offer a daily life where you can embrace everything Sogndal has to offer—both in nature and together with your fellow students.

We are committed to making this a year that truly matters.

We Care

ABOUT YOU: As an open-minded folk high school, we believe in the value of each individual and strive to ensure that you have the opportunity to shape your own daily life.

ABOUT WHAT YOU EAT: Our sustainable food philosophy is about serving meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious and rooted in environmentally conscious choices.

ABOUT THE FUTURE: Here, you will learn to take responsibility for both yourself and your surroundings. We want you to leave our school with hope for a better future and the courage to create positive change.

Sogndal Folk High School stands for a GENEROUS, OPEN, RESPONSIBLE, AND SAFE learning environment. Everyone is welcome here, and we embrace a culture of openness and inclusivity. Our core values are reflected in everything we do, and you will experience personal growth through achievement and shared joy with others.

 

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