High Coast Trail
TRAIL CAMP SPRING
17th – 19th May 2024
Welcome to a amazing early summer weekend in the High Coast. Over three days, we’ll enjoy the highlights of the World Heritage Site, refine our running techniques, hang out with like-minded individuals, and join Icebug in the cozy FriluftsByn.
The weekend suits both beginners and experienced runners, and to ensure the best experience, we occasionally divide into different groups so that you get the right combination of running, hiking, and breaks to enjoy the magnificent scenery.
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EXPERIENCE THE HIGH COAST
In three groups, we embark on four tours to enjoy the absolute highlights of the High Coast.
BECOME A BETTER RUNNER
Sweden’s most inspiring running profiles are present – Joel and David Backa, ambassadors for Icebug.
COZY HANGOUT
Campfire hangouts at the courtyard, coffee breaks at Top Cabin, and dinner at Restaurant Vardagsrummet.
TRY ON CLOTHES & SHOES
During the weekend, you have the opportunity to borrow and try on shoes from Icebug.
RELAX OR GET INSPIRED
You can choose to attend lectures or relax between experiences.
GET TO KNOW LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE
Some are experienced, others are beginners. Sometimes you meet at future races or at the next camp.
FRIDAY 17/5
1:00 PM: Arrival and check-in at the cabins.
1:30 PM: Welcome meeting with coffee.
1:45 PM: Departure by own car / carpooling
Session 1: Fäberget with shorter running techniques.
4:30 PM: Energy refill and Shower.
6:30 PM: Dinner in the Living Room Lecture with the Backa Brothers, Icebug Ambassadors
*If you arrive on Thursday, you can check in to your accommodation the day before for 500 SEK. Tent pitch 190 SEK.
SATURDAY 18/5
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Own car / carpooling to Skuleskogen (15 min)
10:00 AM: Session 2: Skuleskogen National Park (4-10km)
12:00 PM: Lunch in the National Park
1:00 PM: Session 3: Skuleskogen National Park (4-10km)
4:00 PM: Back in FriluftsByn, Shower, free time.
5:00 PM: Lecture by Jerry Engström
6:00 PM: Dinner in the Living Room
Table tennis and cozy hangout.
SUNDAY 19/5
8:00 AM: Breakfast
Session 4: Herrestaberget + Skuleberget with advanced running technique.
Alternative: Via Ferrata (+395 SEK)
11:30 AM: Lunch and conclusion at Top Cabin.
* Via Ferrata is paid for separately at the facility.
ABOUT THE TRAIL CAMP
High Coast Trail Camp is three wonderful days where we mix experiential running and relaxed hangouts with seminars and lots of fun. We divide ourselves into three groups each day, and you can switch groups as you like and based on your daily condition. We stay in cozy FriluftsByn at the foot of Mount Skuleberget, right in the midst of the World Heritage Site’s highlights, and you can choose from various types of accommodation.
What makes this running camp so appreciated and why many come back is the combination of incredibly beautiful nature and a amazing atmosphere. We hope you feel like joining us. It’s going to be fun.
PRICE AND ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Including accommodation, meals, running coaching, lectures, and social activities.
2,495 SEK with own tent or own accommodation
2,795 SEK in a shared dormitory
2,995 SEK in a shared 4-bed camping cabin
3,495 SEK in a shared 2-bed camping cabin
3,795 SEK in a shared 4-bed larger cabin
3,995 SEK in a private camping cabin or Friluftsbod.
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Come and enjoy breathtaking views and great company. Some come with a partner or friend, others come alone. It creates a lovely sense of community.
We divide ourselves into three groups but set out together and meet up now and then during the day. This allows you to switch groups based on how you feel at the moment. After all, you should have time to enjoy the views too.
We’ve put together a camp where we combine breathtakingly beautiful nature with running sessions and enjoyable community.
Jerry, FriluftsByn
We will share plenty of tips that suits both experienced runners and beginners.
Joel & David, Ledare
We enjoyed delicious food and had massive laughs. Joy and community are words that beautifully encapsulate the camp.
Annika Hägglund
Absolutely stunning nature and dedicated leaders who coach, motivate, and create a great atmosphere.
Håkan Sandberg
Here’s how it works: Jerry takes a break and explains a bit about how it works. But it’s not so tricky – we split into three groups, experience incredibly beautiful nature, and practice running before returning for a lovely hangout in FriluftsByn.
Even though we divide into groups, we meet up with the other groups on several occasions where we do joint exercises before continuing out into the World Heritage Site. Many come alone, but if you come with a friend, you can be in different groups and still meet up during the day.
How fast do the three different groups run and jog?
We divide ourselves into three groups where Group 1 runs/jogs at a slightly faster pace. Group 2 jogs at a moderate level, and Group 3 combines jogging with brisk walking.
As what constitutes jogging and brisk walking is very individual, we try to adapt the groups as best we can and also encourage participants who are at the front to perhaps switch to a faster group and participants who want to take it a bit easier to switch to Group 3, which also incorporates brisk walking.
Can one switch groups?
When we set out, we divide into three groups. We meet at least once a day, which means you can switch groups if you want to move a bit faster or slow down the pace.
Which group suits me?
You’ll notice on-site, but we label the three groups as follows: 1: Running, 2: Jogging, and 3: Jogging + Fast Hiking.
For Group 3, you should be able to jog continuously for at least seven kilometers on a typical lit track or asphalt. We won’t jog such long distances without a break, but seven kilometers is still a good guideline given the terrain we’ll be in. But again, we’ll take several breaks to share tips and enjoy the views of the High Coast. We always have a leader at the front and a marshal at the back of each group.
How far do we run?
In the High Coast, the distances are not the determining factor as we also ascend to viewpoints. We adjust our tours according to weather conditions and participants in the three groups. The basic plan is Fri: 5-10 km, Sat: 8 – 16 km, Sun: 5-10 km.
How do I stay during the trail camp?
There are several accommodation options – from bringing your own tent to shared cabins or your own outdoor cabin. You choose the type of accommodation when you book.
Can I come alone?
Yes. Half of the participants usually come alone while the other half come with a partner or friend. It creates a really nice atmosphere.
Join Group 3 where we combine light jogging with brisk walking up the mountains. Group 1 is running and Group 2 is jogging. You can switch groups during the day as we gather all groups at different times.
HIGH COAST TRAIL-CAMP SPRING
Here we have gathered what you need to know before the High Coast Trail Camp Spring. The most important thing is that you will experience breathtakingly beautiful nature, hang out with great people, eat well, and learn some new things that will make you a slightly better jogger or runner. You will enjoy it.
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ALL ABOUT THE WEEKEND >>
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TRAVEL, STAY & FOOD >>
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EQUIPMENT >>
During the weekend, you can also borrow equipment from Haglöfs and Icebug.
HIGH COAST TRAIL
High Coast Trail-Camp is a perfect preparation for any of the three beautiful experience races – 3Peaks 15k, Coast to Summits 26k, and The Original 45k.
