Freedom

Been watching some NRK and doing some thinking and I believe I have discovered the ultimate expression of freedom. Imagine the feeling of hiking for several hours up a mountain to a desirable point and then simply jumping off the ledge and sailing through the air to your starting point at the base of the mountain. Imagine the blend of athletic ability, natural experiences and thrills. Imagine doing this in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Imagine that that place is only an hours drive from where you could be living... Are you tingling yet? I am shaking.
I admit it seems somewhat risky, but it is incredibly enticing and reasonably safe with proper preparation and conditions. Another point to add to the to do list before I grow old.
Each year an event known as Ekstemsportveko takes place in Voss with top professionals competing from sports such as basejumping, skydiving, white water kayaking, freeride mtb, climbing, longboard, paragliding, hanggliding and rafting. For a reasonable price one can spend the week discovering these sports in a controlled environment with experienced instructors. Could be interesting.


Basejumping in Voss
NRK
Ekstremsportveko 2007