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Ski into the wild lands and silent forests with us as we share both top tips and inspiration for winter hunting.
What to pack for a day trip in winter?
What do you need for a wintery day spent outdoors? A lot depends on the duration of your day trip, and how far away from civilization you will get, but the list below can serve as a decent starting point.
Exploring Lapland on Skinbased Skis: Heading Into Kilpisjärvi's Wilderness
At the end of the long Finnish arm, in the northwest corner of the country, lies the small village of Kilpisjärvi. Here, nestled between the fells and the lake, near Finland’s border with Norway and Sweden, Old Man Winter’s grip is strong. Offering skiing possibilities well over half of the year, Kilpisjärvi is a perfect escape for Skinbased skiers.
Skinbased Road Trip: A journey of Two U.S. Americans in Lapland – Part 1
In February 2022, two U.S. Americans, Tess Smith and Alan Goldbetter, departed on a winter road trip across the Northern Nordics. Their goal? To discover the roots of Skinbased skiing and experience firsthand the terrain and nature that inspired their creation. Below is the first half of Alan’s account of the trip. We hope you enjoy.