Climbing the top!

One of my primary goals for this summer, was to go up on the highest mountain near my mother's home in Dovre. Jetta (Blåhø) is 1617 meters above sea level, and 1200 meters higher than my mother's home.

I invited my mother to join me up there, and we started the climb at 9 AM yesterday. We started off patiently to avoid burning off alle the power the first two hourse. The hills are very steep the first part of the track and we needed to portion our energy for the remainder of the walk. And we managed to pace ourself very well. I didn't feel exhausted until I returned home after the complete 14 hour-hike.

On our way up we spotted an elk cow with two kids. They are fascinating animals, and even though being spotted from a 300 meters distance, the experience was memorable.

After 8 1/2 hours we could have a break on the top of the mountain where we could see most of Norway's highest peaks. It was definetly worth the effort! The feeling of obtaining one of my major goals this year gives a great sense of mastery. Not even the massive blisters under my feet could reduce the pleasure of reaching the top!

Photos to come.