Why Scandinavians Really like the outside: The Strategy of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a method of existence. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about getting outdoors, often in ver