Kicking Back at the Hytte
Easter vacation is when one tenth of Norwegians head for the hytter- cabins that dot the countryside, on a lake, a mountain, the coast or in the forest. Many will spend their time skiing, and others go hiking in remote areas.
Heritage of the Future Campaign
Sons of Norway is proud to announce the “Heritage of the Future” campaign to support the Sons of Norway Foundation. This naming campaign will offer the naming rights to different areas of our new home office for a wide range of donation amounts.
Easter Delight – Rakfisk
This Norwegian delicacy is a traditional Easter supper eaten throughout much of Norway. Rakfisk is fermented fish, commonly made from fresh trout.
7 Natural Wonders in Norway
Want to explore some of Norway’s most breathtaking sites? In the April issue of Viking, we highlight one of the country’s most incredible natural wonders, the Saltstraumen. Read more about it and add these other unique places to your bucket list.
5 Cable Car Rides in Norway
Are you looking to see Norway’s natural beauty from new heights? In the March issue of Viking, we highlight some of the country’s top cable car rides. Here are several that will give you a new perspective as you hitch a ride to the top of Norway’s peaks.
Viking Era Wooden Sailboats: A Successful Nomination to the UNESCO Heritage List
Trade, culture, and exploration are among the list of items to cross the globe for centuries now. But what helped facilitate this list? The answer is wooden sailboats.
Norwegian Athletes Impress at Paralympic Games
Not long after the Olympic Games concluded in Beijing on February 22nd, there was another competition ready and waiting to commence. The Winter Paralympic Games happen immediately following the conclusion of the Winter Olympic Games in the same host venue.
Ministry of Culture Returns Hundreds of Artifacts
In 2021, the Norwegian government returned a large collection of cultural artifacts to the countries where they originated. This operation was the outcome of cooperative efforts between European countries to quell illegal trade of cultural objects.
Homemade Kvikk Lunsj Bars
Make your own hiking snacks for springtime outings. This recipe from meny.no shows you how to make crispy-sweet Kvikk Lunsj-like cookies in your waffle iron.
10 Breweries to Know in Norway
Beer brewing has been part of Norway’s culture for centuries, and it’s only continuing to grow. In the March 2022 issue of Viking, we cover the history and current state of beer in Norway and highlight a few key craft breweries. Here are 10 to put on your travel list.
Lodge Forms Being Retired
In the past, Sons of Norway has offered a wide variety of forms and booklets for lodge treasurers and financial secretaries. Because so many lodges have now gone digital, we will no longer be supplying several of these older forms. Here is a list of those being retired and suggested alternatives: Financial Secretary’s Report to Treasurer Up until the late 1970s, all dues for new and renewing members were [...]
Due Date Reminders
At this time of year, there is a lot of paperwork coming from lodges to Sons of Norway Headquarters. Here is a list of upcoming due dates: Due 03/15/2022 to Son of Norway Headquarters: Lodge Achievement This encompasses the Lodge Achievement, Family Lodge of the Year, and the AFA Year End Report forms which are traditionally completed by Lodge Secretaries. They can be filled out online via your profile [...]
From Precious Metal to Shining Cultural Treasures
Olav Honve walks with steady pace through the premises of Sylvsmidja in Voss. His rough working hands have pressed, soldered and polished up the most delicate silver treasures since he was 15 in 1971. Treasures from Norway’s most authentic and beautiful cultural heritage, the bunad silver.
A Look at the Norwegian Diet During the Year of COVID: 2020
For almost two years now, the coronavirus pandemic has affected many aspects of daily life. Social events have been postponed, activities have decreased, and people have adapted to a new “normal.” Although it has acted as an interruption to many, it has also provided the chance to step back and take a closer look at society. The Norwegian Directorate of Health did exactly that with the Norwegian diet in 2020.
The Great CyborGoat Invasion
Combining the age-old livelihood of farming with the newest in satellite technology, armies of “CyborGoats” have been unleashed across the nation of Norway.