Lars Monsen

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Lars Monsen (b. 1963 in Oslo) is a Norwegian adventurer and journalist, famous for his explorations and backpacking expeditions in harsh wilderness. In particular, he became especially known for his thru-hiking trip through northern Canada and Alaska, which was documented and broadcasted on NRK in 2005, and on which he spent 2 years and 7 months.

[edit] Expeditions

Some of Lars' most notorious expeditions include:

• Crossing northern Canada (2 years and 7 months)
• Walking through Alaska (10 months)
• Walking through Norway (365 days)
• Walking through Kodiak Island, Alaska
• Walking through Admiralty Island, Alaska
• Paddling in canoe, twice, through Katmai National Park, Alaska
• Travelling 900 km by foot through Norway, Sweden and Finland
• Walking 90 days in Børgefjell nasjonalpark

                              Kris + Candy