The Norwegian Backpack

Serves one

You will need these ingredients:

• 1 way too large a backpack, preferably waterproof,
  (flourescent or strong in colours and equipped with
  lots of little clasps, hooks, buttons, zippers,
  pockets and plenty of room.)
• 2 oranges, hard to peel
• 1 Norwegian chocolate of choice
  (according to regulations: Kvikk Lunsj)
• 1 Matpakke
  (this is your lunch)
• 1 pair of extra woollen socks
• 2 pairs of extra woollen mittens
• 1 extra woollen jumper
  (according to regulations: Lusekofte)
• 1 map of your destination
  (note: "Tur" theoretical course for beginners)
• 1 camera
• 1 pair of sunglasses
• 2-3 bottles of sunscreen/sunblock
• 1 Jacket
  (Anorakk according to regulations)
• 1 skiwax kit
  (make sure you have all the different colours)

Pack everything in the repulsive backpack and go skiing. Remember to show respect towards the weather forecasts, and more importantly: It is not a shame to turn around!

(Yeah right, if I catch you attempting to turn around ONE more time, I'm withdrawing your Norwegian Passport for good)