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Welcome to the big stage at the students' house. Avalanche forecaster Håvard Boutera Toft and colleagues will explain why the snow is whiter in Tromsø and how that might surprise visitors. Guidebook editor and long-time Tromsø enthusiast Espen Nordal will talk about the development of ski touring in the area from the 70s up to today. The evening ends with professional snowboarder Krister Kopala talking about the dilemmas associated with making a living off big mountain snowboarding. Expect to feel your heart race.  

Join us, and the rest of the avalanche community, for a social evening at Driv! Driv Big Stage will be re-furnished for the evening to allow for plenty of places to sit down, have a beer, and talk with new and old friends. To give you something to talk about, we will arrange a few games and draw spot prizes from our sponsors.   

The Avalanche Divas’ Night is an event to recognize female-identifying avalanche professionals, and to create a space for women and non-binary avalanche professionals to connect and share their experiences. During the evening, we will award travel grants to selected participants, and highlight a number of female-identifying avalanche professionals who have made significant contributions to the avalanche community. However, Divas’ Night is mainly an opportunity for individuals who identify as women and non-binary in the field of snow and avalanches to gather for a night of networking and information sharing. Join us for an evening filled with good vibes and great conversations. Food and a drink is included in the event. All proceeds go directly back into future Avalanche Diva’s events and programs.   

Welcome to the old brewery facility of Mack Øl, the pride of Tromsø and, until recently, the northernmost brewery in the world. The old brewery has been transformed into an indoor summer camp! We will fill this big space with happy avalanche people, ready to have some fun together. Challenge new and old friends at mini golf, Pinboard, Karaoke, or a dance contest! Tickets include access to all facilities at Storgata Camping. 

Enjoy the evening with a sit-down dinner and listen to the tale of Tromsø, a city nestled within the Arctic Circle. Tromsø stands as a testament to resilience and exploration. Its historical roots as a polar city are deeply intertwined with the tales of daring Arctic expeditions, where intrepid explorers once launched into the icy unknown. Dating back to the 18th century, Tromsø became a pivotal hub for polar exploration, serving as a launchpad for renowned adventurers seeking to conquer the frigid challenges of the North Pole. Today, its rich history as a polar city continues to echo through its vibrant culture and the enduring spirit of those who ventured into the Arctic's icy expanse.

For a detailed overview of the the field excursions please click here

Fly with us to this post-conference excursion in the remote High Arctic at 78 degrees north, on the outermost periphery of the civilized world. Expect an insightful excursion in Longyearbyen to explore the community’s robust response to snow avalanche risk management. Sunday 29 September – Wednesday 2 October.

Note that all participants must book their own flights. These flights should be booked as early as possible as soon as you have a confirmation on the excursion.

If you need a VISA to enter Norway/Schengen Area you must have a VISA if you travel via Norway/Schengen on your way to Svalbard. It is important to ensure that you have a double-entry visa to be able to return to the Schengen area (mainland Norway) after your stay in Svalbard.

Read more about visa and travels to Svalbard here:

The Governor of Svalbard
https://www.sysselmesteren.no/en/visas-and-immigration/ 

Norwegian Directorate of Immigration
https://www.udi.no/en/word-definitions/schengen--the-schengen-area/ 

We have reserved a variety of hotel rooms in the centre of Tromsø, including the conference venue Clarion Hotel The Edge.

Please note that du to another event starting september 27th at Clarion Hotel The Edge, it is not possible to book hotel rooms with a check out date later than Friday September 27th.