
We have invited experts from The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT), The Red Cross, and the Joint Rescue Coordination Center of Northern Norway (HRS/JRCC) to speak about how to prepare for hikes, and how to and ensure safe and secure hiking.
The orientation will take place at Nord University in Bodø, and live streamed to Nord’s other campuses:
- Levanger – room Storsalen – hosted by Lars Iver Valstad (phone#: 93035208)
- Stjørdal – room seminarrom E – hosted by Ida Bøhn (phone#: 97114704)
- Steinkjer – room Origo – hosted by Kirsti Grøtan (phone#: 99396847)
- Namsos – room Juvika – hosted by Sissel Rian (phone#: 45049882)
The seminar will be in English. All students and staff are welcome!
Program
14.00-14.10 Introduction – Hanne Solheim Hansen, rector at Nord University
14.10-14.30 What to expect from Norwegian mountains and nature, and where to go – Tor Magne Andreassen, DNT
14.30-14.50 How to prepare for hikes, and what to expect? – Ragnhild Octavia Østberg, Red Cross
14.50-15.00 Short break – 10 mins.
15.00-15.30 What if an accident occurs? What to do? – Gaute Frøystein, HRS/JRCC
15.30-16.00 Q&A Session with the audience at all locations