Join an authentic South Sámi food experience with either an outdoor lunch or a three-course dinner hosted by Toamma and Anne Berit at Aernie. In a warm and relaxed setting by the river, guests are introduced to South Sámi food traditions and culture through shared meals and personal storytelling.

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South Sámi outdoor lunch

Guests take part in baking their own traditional South Sámi bread, laejpie – a flatbread traditionally made over an open fire – and enjoy it together as part of a simple outdoor meal. While the bread is baking, the hosts share insights into South Sámi culture, ways of life, and perspectives, as well as stories of how Sámi people have gathered food from nature over generations and adapted their food traditions to a nomadic lifestyle.

The lunch is rooted in the same traditions, using local ingredients. Many of the ingredients are foraged by the hosts themselves. The meal includes homemade redcurrant and blueberry juice, lingonberries, and locally sourced reindeer meat. With the sounds of the fire and the river in the background, combined with good food and conversation, guests are offered an authentic introduction to South Sámi culture.

Three-course dinner

Aernie’s three-course dinner is based on the same values as the lunch: authentic ingredients, respect for tradition, and sharing South Sámi culture. South Sámi food traditions are closely connected to nature and the changing seasons. During the dinner, guests are introduced to each course and learn about the traditions and ingredients behind the dishes.

The storytelling is personal to each group, and the relaxed atmosphere allows time for questions, conversation, and enjoying the food at an unhurried pace.

Contact

Phone: +47 906 18 921
post@aernie.no
Facebook: AernieOpplevelser/
Get directions: Open Google Maps

The food experiences are available from June to September.

Aernie is located about a 20-minute drive north of Mo i Rana, just off the E6, close to Storli Camping.

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Read more about Mo i Rana and how to get there

Thank you for respecting the local communities, and for helping us preserve the natural beauty of Helgeland!

Please:

  • Strive to leave no trace of your visit. Bring back all your rubbish, including used toilet paper, and discard it in the nearest rubbish bin.
  • Plan your toilet visits and use the opportunity when you pass a toilet. In the wilderness, make sure you are not a nuisance to others.
  • Respect the local wildlife. Keep a good distance from wildlife, livestock and birds. Keep your dog leashed.
  • Respect private property. Keep a respectful distance from houses and cabins.
  • Show good boating sense. Keep a good distance from shore and drive at a low speed, especially when you are close to anyone or anything on the water, including birds or animals. Avoid loud and disturbing engine noise. Be aware that some islands and nature reserves are important nesting sites, and that going ashore is prohibited during the nesting season.
  • Follow the Norwegian Mountain Code (Fjellvettreglene). Plan your excursion according to the weather forecast, your skills and experience.
  • Join a guided excursion or consider hiring an experienced guide, especially when you don’t have sufficient experience or knowledge to guarantee a safe trip.

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Storli Camping and Aernie – Accommodation and a sámi experience
Welcome to Mo i Rana

The town of Mo i Rana lies very near the Arctic Circle and Saltfjellet-Svartisen National park, and is the largest town in the Helgeland region.

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