August 2019

Reka (01/09/2019)

Finally we got to hike Reka on Langøya (Vesterålen), even so we still did not climb the top. Reka is named after its impressive silouette that reminds of a spade blade.

Nordlys (31/08/2019)

First northern lights for this season while it still was not get completely dark. After the last, very quiet season this gives hope for more displays during this winter.

Nykvåg (31/08/2019)

Brief windy walk near Nykvåg on Langøya (Vesterålen).

Kvasstinden (30/08/2019)

Kvasstinden (705m), the highest peak on Andøya (Vesterålen).

Whale watching (30/08/2019)

Long term plan came true with a whale watching trip from Andenes, Andøya (Vesterålen). We were close to two different sperm whale (Potthval, Physeter macrocephalus) individuals, among them local celebrity "Glenn" twice, and saw others blowing from a distance.

Riven (29/08/2019)

Trail run on Riven, above Husøya (Senja).

Hesten (28/08/2019)

Hiking up Hesten (520m) from Fjordgård, Senja for a perfect view on Segla (590m).

Skøyteneset (27/08/2019)

Short hike from Mefjordvær (Senja) to Skøyteneset, passing an ancient execution site.

Heia-Henrikshovvatnet (26/08/2019)

Short hike to Henrikshovvatnet from the ancient settlement site Gjeska at Sifjorden, entering Ånderdalen - Senja's National Park.

Heading north (23/08/2019)

Heading north to meet good friends on Senja. Stopover at a massive rock slab that can be seen from E6.