NEWS

Animal rights
Animal rights
19.04.2023 Well, well, well, looks like we have a group of #animalrights enthusiasts here. I'm sure you all are eager to save the world, one paw at a time.   But let me ask you this. How far are you willing to go? Are you willing to give up your beloved burgers, steaks, and fried chicken? Oh, I see. . .
Learn photography basics
Learn photography basics
13.04.2023 Do you want to learn photography basics and try out camera settings in Iceland while volunteering? Well, hold on to your camera straps, because you're in for a wild ride!   First of all, Iceland is a photographer's dream. It's like Mother Nature got together with a lighting designer and s. . .
We need to reduce emissions
We need to reduce emissions
31.03.2023 We all know that as a society we need to reduce emissions to net zero as fast as possible. Science is showing that we have to reduce them in the way the average global temperature increase is limited to 1.5°C. Let our former environmental coordinator @kassapiens tell you a bit more.   “Th. . .
Take something old and turn it into something new
Take something old and turn it into something new
28.03.2023 Take something old and turn it into something new. For yourself and the planet.   Upcycling clothes is having a real moment right now. Gen Z prioritize sustainability more than even brand names. The hashtag #upcycledfashion is more popular than ever, with more than 427 million views on Ti. . .
The three Rs. Reduce, reuse and recycle
The three Rs. Reduce, reuse and recycle
24.03.2023 We all know the three Rs. Reduce, reuse and recycle. But what about the “U” that no one talks about? Perhaps just as important as those Rs. Or more?    U stands for upcycling. Believe it or not, the average person wears a piece of clothing only 10 times before discarding it.  But what if. . .
Strong as a glacier!
Strong as a glacier!
22.03.2023 Strong as a glacier!  But till when?   Since the early 1900s, many glaciers around the world have been rapidly melting. Since the industrial revolution, carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions have raised temperatures, even higher in the poles, and as a result, glaciers are rapi. . .
Environmental discussion mode on
Environmental discussion mode on
09.03.2023 Environmental discussion mode on.   The main goal of the discussion is to share our knowledge with everybody. We all learn from each other and we all have different experiences and topics we are good at. You can drop any idea or comment and together we can go into detail. Having a safe sp. . .
2022 recap
2022 recap
02.03.2023 2022 is behind us, which means that it’s time for the year’s recap.    We organized 68 camps across Iceland. 606 people from 42 countries participated in our camps including 6 recurring nationalities. We had intergenerational camps, though most of the participants were between 18 to 30 ye. . .
Visit Whales of Iceland museum with us
Visit Whales of Iceland museum with us
27.02.2023 Come & visit Whales of Iceland museum with us.   A team of expert craftsmen have sculpted 23 life-like and detailed cetaceans found in Icelandic waters. The audio guides are narrated by an international group of marine biologists and tour guides.    Let's bring attention to Beluga. . .
International Mother Language Day!
International Mother Language Day!
21.02.2023 International Mother Language Day!    The day was approved at the 1999 UNESCO General Conference and according to UNESCO "'Multilingualism contributes to the development of inclusive societies that allow multiple cultures, worldviews and knowledge systems to coexist and cross-fertilize.". . .
Recycled Art session
Recycled Art session
17.02.2023 Recycled Art session   Our camp SEEDS 003. created beautiful collages made out old paper and selfmade glue in the botanical garden.   Recycled art is a specific type of creative work made from discarded materials. So this could be anything from old paper or plastic toys to tires t. . .
Do you know how many waterfalls we have here in Iceland?
Do you know how many waterfalls we have here in Iceland?
09.02.2023 Do you know how many waterfalls we have here in Iceland? Give us your tip, but do not google!    Foss is the Icelandic word for waterfall, and the names of some of the waterfalls are delightful in themselves. There's Gufufoss (Steam Falls), Barnafoss (Children's Falls), Gullfoss (Golden F. . .
Write A Letter
Write A Letter
07.02.2023 Write A Letter   We love to text. It’s quick and it’s easy. And, why struggle to find the right words when I have a variety of emojis right at our fingertips? The advent of email, text messaging, and social media have undoubtedly changed our communication style, providing a convenient and. . .
Visit Hellisheiði ON Power plant together
Visit Hellisheiði ON Power plant together
03.02.2023 Let's visit Hellisheiði ON Power plant together.    This power plant drills boreholes down deep into the Earth, where water leaking through the bedrock is so hot and under so much pressure that it can stay liquid at far higher temperatures than could ever be possible at the surface. As it. . .
The poetry of sky
The poetry of sky
19.01.2023 The poetry of sky.    You just made it in the subarctic region, right under the auroral oval. It seems like you’re pretty lucky. You hit the right time of the year (it’s dark enough), the solar activity is good, and – oh my – clear skies ahead! Fantastic But then… whoops…be carefu. . .