A nippy sunrise over Hannes and Kristín’s turf museum. What better way to spend a bitterly cold Icelandic day than carving spoons?
Putting the “sól” back in Sólheimar! Two weeks into the programme, a day trip to Reykjavík brings with it a surprise encounter with an old friend.
Helga bowls a strike at Sesseljuhús Recycling Day. The event was a big hit with all the residents who played games, did crafts, and learned about recycling and composting!
Stopping to reflect upon the natural world is an important part of our lives in Iceland as Savanna demonstrates at Gullfoss. This massive waterfall was one of the most beautiful sights I’ve ever seen. Like Savanna, I took a long time sitting and taking it in before pulling myself away.
Charlotte and Jonathan have an impromptu photo shoot atop Gullfoss Waterfall after Charlotte jumped the “no trespassing” rope. As I took this photo, a woman next to me said “the thought of being that close to the edge scares me too much!” Life is too short not to take risks and do things that scare you.
Hank reconnects to his inner child while taking a joy ride at a hydrothermal power plant.
One of the best parts about hiking with a group is how much support and help the group can offer. This whole program has put a lot of emphasis on growth through community, and the group hikes have really shown our strength as a community.
Jenifer Morgan-Davie & Emma McCully