Dec 30
As the year draws to an end, we look back at our summer with the Trailteams in Thórsmörk.
We have gathered together some of our favourite pictures that were taken by the volunteers, showing our work and capturing everyday life on the programme. Many great memories of our time together last season… 2023 Volunteer Gallery.
Placement applications for 2024 are now open and full details including dates and application forms can be found here.
Jan 20
Since we began our work with Trailteams in Thórsmörk ten years ago, the ‘hiking week’ has been a very important part of our 6-week placements. As well as providing a welcome break from the trail work, it allows our volunteers time to explore the area and enjoy the trails.
Last summer, good weather conditions meant that both teams were able to complete the famous 54km Laugavegur Trail. Although most hikers begin in Landmannalaugar, our teams set out from their home at the volunteer camp in Básar (close to the southern end of the trail). Hiking from the south means that they are able to enjoy Landmannalaugar’s geothermal pool at the end of their hike.
We would like to thank all the Ferðafélag Íslands Hut Wardens who we met on the trail, for their kindness and support and for helping our teams along the way.
Our volunteers shared pictures from the hike in August last year…
Applications for our 2023 summer placements will remain open until January 31st.
Full details including project outlines, dates and application forms can be found on our website.
We have gathered together some of our favourite pictures from last season. Great memories of an amazing summer… 2022 Volunteer Gallery
Next week we will start preparing for 2023 and our search for volunteers begins. Further information including placement dates and application forms will be available here on December 15th. Placement applications will be open from December 15th – January 31st.
