The 'Tore Hund Hike' on Bjarkøy 10/18, 2008.

Tore Hund was a very influencial Viking in this region. He is an important character in the Snorre Sturlason's Saga. He is most famous for giving the King, Olav Den Heilage, his lethal wound under the battle of Stiklestad of 1030. Read more about this rebellious Viking from the north in Wikipedia.org. The students had a 'regular' school day this Saturday. The parents were welcome to participate. First we all did a 4-5 mile hike up in the hills, hiking where Tore Hund once hiked.

This is Barbara and her friend Liv Elna on the way up the steepest hill.

Beautiful view of the 'center' of Bjarkøy. The harbor on the left, the doctors office, the grocery store, the church and the city hall are all in this photo.

Norwegian girls.....

The students were divided into groups including students from most grade levels. These two girls are in 7th and 8th grades.

After the hike, we all gathered in the gym, which is also a community house. Two of the teachers are experienced hunters and they brought their air rifles for the students to try. Teacher in photo is Per Arne (assistant teacher in Veronica's classroom).

This is Frode, one of the teachers, and Marcus learning how to shoot. Marcus is a 2nd grader from Sandsøy.

The students really enjoyed trying this activity. They paid attention when Frode 

explained how it all works.

A volunteer group had made 'Viking Soup' of chicken and vegetables that we ate after the hike. 

The kitchen crew hard at work.

Soup's on!