Kristin walks the length of Norway
Our wonderful trainer Kristin from the outdoor swimming group is walking the length of Norway, from Lindesnes to the Nordkapp to promote mental health and the Psychiatry Alliance! The trip is well over 3,000 kilometres, and she has set aside six months. She will walk alone most of the time, but on certain stages she will be accompanied. Accommodations will mostly be in tents.
Along the way, she will visit several municipalities and treatment facilities to promote physical activity and mental health. Kristin wants to show the importance of physical activity both in the prevention and treatment of mental illness. She will also inform about the Psychiatry Alliance and the important work we do, as there is great interest from other parts of the country to know more about our model.
Below you can follow updates of this wonderful trip that Kristin has embarked on.
Kristin has reached the Nordkapp!
I have greatly appreciated everyone who got involved, and cheered me on from Kristiansand to Nordkapp! My journey started on 19 June 2022 in Kristiansand. In January 2023, I have reached the Nordkapp and I feel very lucky to have been allowed to experience coastal Norway up close for 7 months!
Fantastic colleagues have lined up with a kayak, emergency phone, food and encouragement. Several have joined me on the road, and have impressed with their guts and perseverance. It is the kind words from you who are warm most on the coldest days.
Although it is a bit sad that I now have to return to civilization again, the world's best workplace at the Psychiatry Alliance is waiting for me!
Thank you all for the trip!
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