Buoggi: A Sami storage rack

A reconstructed Buoggi A buoggi was used in the autumn and spring camp when the equipment used in the winter and summer seasons was shifted. Here the equipment needed for milking the reindeer and for work during the summer was kept. Everything belonging to the winter season such as winter clothing and reindeer harnesses were … Continue reading Buoggi: A Sami storage rack

Lapporten – a pleasant view

Nissuntjårro mountain on the left of the viewer, Tjuonatjåkka on the right. The above image is of Lapporten (Northern Sami: Čuonjávággi, "Tjuonavagge") clicked by the road(in Abisko) to Narvik. The frozen Torneträsk lake can be seen on the left. Lapporten is Sweden's most widely clicked/familiar mountain pair. Geographically, it is a u-valley which is formed when several glaciers … Continue reading Lapporten – a pleasant view

Spitfire: The Swedish connection

Even though contended(by aviation experts), Spitfire is considered as legendary(by masses). It came to limelight during the Battle of Britain, but was also deployed in other theaters of WW-II. The Spitfire came to Sweden only after the end of the Second World War. Then the Air Force needed a more effective reconnaissance aircraft and purchased … Continue reading Spitfire: The Swedish connection

Rapeseed cultivation in Sweden

Sweden's rapeseed production has increased manifold in recent years. The reason is not increased private consumption, but greater increased demand for rapeseed as protein feed for animals, which in turn is due to the fact that it has become more difficult to obtain GMO-free feed at the same time as the demand for bio-fuels increases … Continue reading Rapeseed cultivation in Sweden

Debut trek in Sweden: Storådorren & Helagsfjället

Notes for the readers/viewers Prelude In spite of being in Sweden for almost 7 years, I had not managed a successful trek within Sweden. I had made up my mind to do it this year, either with company or solo, whichever materializes! I have put on a lot since 2016, also my fitness is in … Continue reading Debut trek in Sweden: Storådorren & Helagsfjället