Artic Inspiration (3cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Objective

The Arctic Inspiration Workshop is an introduction to local Lappish culture. The philosophy of arctic lifestyle is discussed and the stories of the arctic area are told. The group will travel somewhere in Lapland. The setting will offer peace, quietness, solitude, pristine nature, light and darkness, fire and warmth, inspiration for designing. The tools for surviving in the arctic wilderness are introduced. The goal is later to be able to organize similar wilderness experience by using rentable cabins (www.luontoon.fi) or even in the open air with respect for everyman’s´ rights.

Execution methods

The students are expected to document the atmosphere and experience of the workshop in images and sound material into social media for example YouTube. The angle will be arctic design and the University of Lapland. Previous videos are found from YouTube with “arctic inspiration” key words.

Content

Introductory lecture. Learning independent travel skills. Getting acquainted with the surroundings. Workshop in wilderness. Understanding sustainable way of living. Documentation of workshop experience.

Location and time

Workshop/excursion 1-3.4.2022
Apukka Resort - www.apukkaresort.fi
Transportation provided by the course organizers, ULAP-Apukka-ULAP

Teaching methods

Intensive Arctic Snow and Ice Experience Workshop (IASIEW)
- Practical Snow & Ice Design
- Arctic survival skills training
- Social Interaction
- Sauna & ice swimming

Employer connections

Business collaboration with Apukka Resort

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Pass / fail

Further information

Arctic survival skills basics:
- Stay hydrated
- Consume lots of calories and food high in fat
- Protect yourself from the wind
- Insulate yourself from the cold
- Protect extremities
- Stay dry
- Don't get lost
- Avoid weak ice