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The Scandinavian zest for fresh air is maybe best summed up by the word for “outdoor recreation” in Swedish and Norwegian—friluftsliv. The term was first used in print by famed Norwegian playwright and poet Henrik Ibsen in 1859, and describes a culture and a way of life that heavily revolve around exploring and enjoying nature. Friluftsliv can encompass anything from skiing and hiking to berry picking and fishing, or be as simple as going for a nature walk or bike ride near one’s home. In Sweden, friluftsliv is generally defined as “physical activity outdoors to get a change of scenery and experience nature, with no pressure to achieve or compete.”

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Linda McGurk

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There’s No Such Thing As Bad Weather

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