Voss trip  

                    

My placement has been with building company Møen & Saue. We've been working on a new farming school. Our boss and fellow workers have been very welcoming and have taken the time to explain how they do things here. We've found some of the techniques used are a bit different from what we're use to. Sometimes easier and quicker. Our Woking hours have been long but the time passes quickly and before we know it, its lunch. Sitting with everyone and talking about our homes and things to do whilst we're here.

It hasn't been all work and no play. There are plenty of things to see, both in voss and a bit further afield. On the Sunday of our first week Sveinung (our boss) and his wife Synnøve, took us to Hardanger. The scenery was amazing, we had to take a few detours though. Roads being blocked by snow will do that.

I done a few trips to Bergen during my time here. Taking a trip on the Fløibanen all the way to the top of the mountain of Fløyen is a must. It really gives you a great view of an amazing city. It's also handy for working out where to go next when you finally head back down. Take warm clothes though, it snowed at the top when I was there.

The next day it was up above the town of Voss. We all took some time out to have a bite to eat and something to drink. Sitting watching people having fun on the slopes whilst staying nice and warm inside. Voss has many places to eat but none with a view like the one from up there.

I missed norway I'm a nutshell, as I was visiting family friends in a place called Ågotness, a couple of hours travel from Voss. But I'm told by those that went on the trip that it was well worth it and should be something everyone plans to do. Everywhere I've been I've found the locals very friendly and helpful. Don't be afraid to use the norwegian you've been taught. It really makes a difference if your asking for help.

Chances like this don't happen every day. Make the most of your time here. Take a camera everywhere you go, you never know what you might see. Always plan to do something on your days off. You won't realise how quickly your time passes and before you know it your on your way back to Shetland. Most of all, have fun and look out for each other.

John Rexter