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Petaka, a female puma standing on a ridge on Estancia Laguna Amarga, Torres del Paine, Chile

Nearby Nature Project / 30

On April 17, 2026April 18, 2026 By GeoKsIn Health and Wellness2 Comments

I published Nearby Nature Project /29 more than 10 months ago. Since then, we traveled 5 weeks through Norway, where receding glaciers and melting permafrost = good reminders that we shouldn't take Nature for granted. Nature is more than something that's there when we need a pick-me-up or photos/videos for our social channels. Canmore Close …

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Polar bear approaches the ship

Expedition Cruise: Svalbard in Depth

On December 6, 2025January 8, 2026 By GeoKsIn NorwayLeave a comment

This is a long read delving into an amazing 14 days exploring Svalbard aboard Aurora Expedition's "Sylvia Earle," including fantastic kayaking excursions and MANY polar bear sightings.

Deichman Library, Oslo Opera house, Munch Museum

Out and About in Oslo, Norway

On November 3, 2025January 8, 2026 By GeoKsIn Norway1 Comment

This very long read covers our five days in and around Oslo, the capital of Norway. Highlights included a half-day guided tour, City Hall, world-class museums and a day trip to the Kistefos Sculpture Park and Gallery.

colourful converted wharf buildings along the Nidelva River in Trondheim, Norway

Out and About in Trondheim, Norway

On September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 By GeoKsIn Norway2 Comments

Although we crammed a lot into an evening plus a full day in Trondheim, there was so much more to see and do. Norway's third largest city is on our "we'd like to return" list.

Arial view of the tiny historic fishing village of Grip, Norway

Out and About in Kristiansund, Norway

On September 15, 2025September 15, 2025 By GeoKsIn Norway1 Comment

Highlights from a short visit to Kristainsund, Norway include exploring the harbour and an excursion to the fishing village of Grip. Construction delays meant we weren't able to visit the new Normia cultural center, which looks to be an architectural and cultural landmark.

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