OVERVIEW
The ISKGA EXPEDITION SKILLS Module
The module introduces essential outdoor skills for effective expedition team members. You will learn to prioritise survival situations and establish efficient campsite routines. Core topics include shelter, fire lighting, cooking, water sourcing and treatment, and developing a practical emergency action plan. The course also includes a detailed session on personal expedition equipment.
Group Dynamics
Develop customer service and group management skills to lead people with different personalities. The aim is to support and motivate all expedition members to work together and achieve shared goals in a positive way.
Shelter & Rescue Strategies
Learn how to create emergency shelters using tarps or natural materials when equipment is damaged or lost. Guides should also understand rescue techniques and have a clear emergency action plan in place.
Fire Skills
Demonstrate the ability to light a fire using different methods and in challenging conditions such as wind and rain, while applying Leave No Trace principles when dismantling fires and camps.
Hygiene
Prepare and handle food in a hygienic way, including food foraged from the coastal environment, while following proper food safety practices.
Packing a Kayak & Group Equipment
Learn how to pack a sea kayak efficiently, ensuring proper trim for safe handling. Guides should be able to demonstrate packing systems and manage equipment for multi-day group expeditions.
Camp Selection
Understand how to choose safe and suitable campsites by considering weather, shelter, group size, environmental impact, local regulations, and risk management.
Trip Planning
Plan multi-day expeditions that balance group needs and environmental conditions. This includes route planning, resupply strategies, and emergency evacuation procedures.
Equipment
Organise both personal and group expedition equipment, ensuring the group carries appropriate safety gear, spare food, and emergency shelter for client-based trips.
Provisioning & Foraging
Have a basic knowledge of wild foods that can be found along an expedition to supplement provisions, and understand safe methods for obtaining potable water. Guides should be familiar with local food sources and be able to ensure adequate nutrition, especially in emergency situations.
Wildlife & Ecology
Demonstrate an understanding of the local geology, ecology, and wildlife in the operating area. Guides should follow established wildlife guidelines, minimizing disturbance while promoting respectful coexistence between clients and the natural environment.
Full course description: https://www.iskga.com/courses/generic-courses
Instructors: Advanced International Sea Kayak Guide Alliance (ISKGA) guides.
https://www.iskga.com/training-academies/norvantur
LOCATION
Entire Norway- on request
Next date: Dønna (Helgeland), 22-25 July 2026
DURATION
2-3 days, year round, booking for individuals, groups and clubs.
GRADE
You must be proficient in paddling a sea kayak in 3* conditions/ NPF teknikkurs
PRICES
3500-4500 NOK
WEATHER CONDITIONS
In bad weather, the arranged activity will continue regardless. If the weather conditions are dangerous or if there is insufficient ice or snow, the instructor will cancel the activity. If no alternative is found, Norvantur will refund the registration.
SAFETY
Our outdoor activities have a minimal risk to our participants. At Norvantur, we are trained to assess the risks and trained in rescue techniques and first aid. Severe or extreme conditions are not part of our program.
CANCELLATION
In case of cancellation by the participant, we charge cancellation costs. These cancellation costs depend on the number of days remaining until the start of the activity. Participants cannot claim compensation in case of cancellation due to ‘force majeure’. In case of cancellation of the activity by Norvantur, the full registration sum will always be refunded. For safety reasons it may be necessary to change the program during the activity.
COVID-19
If you cannot participate to booked activities due to travel restrictions such as border closures, flight suspensions, quarantine, you can postpone the activity or ask for a refund of any pre-payments.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Persons who order an activity from Norvantur agree to the terms and conditions.