BLOGS

At times, it begins with a day set aside for it. A line is brought out to fish for cod. Kayaks are taken along the shore at low tide to collect mussels. In late summer, the attention turns to berries, mushrooms, and Arctic herbs that can be gathered from the land. These are not symbolic moments. What is found often becomes part of the meal itself. Sometimes it is prepared where it is caught or collected. A fire is made by the water, and the fish is cooked while still fresh, e

In everyday life, most days are shaped around a clock. Time is marked by what comes next, and often by the simple shift between day and night. Here, that reference point becomes less clear. During parts of the season, the light does not disappear. Day and night begin to blend into each other, and it is not always obvious where one ends and the other begins. Over time, the habit of checking the time becomes less important. At the same time, there is a clear structure in place.

Before you arrive, you already know who will meet you. A message comes through with a name and a photo, and usually one comes back in return. It’s a small exchange, but it means that when you step into the airport, there is no hesitation. You recognize each other immediately. From there, the journey continues without much to think about. There is a bit of time in town, and later, the boat takes you further out. The distance builds gradually. What felt like a destination at fi