January 9th 2026 / Rovaniemi -34 c

Once again this year, the first cold spells that hit Lapland as early as November transformed the valley into a spectacular winter landscape, with waterfalls gradually beginning to form. Conditions evolved week after week. At the beginning of December, the ice was already well established, although some lines were still forming. This allowed us to focus on introductory outings, centered on movement technique, reading the ice, and safety. Temperatures were not always cold and