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Vancouver Sun
an hour ago
- Vancouver Sun
Backpack, rifle belonging to missing Norwegian hiker found in northern Manitoba: RCMP
Searchers canvassing treacherous muskeg and swift-moving rivers have recovered a backpack and rifle belonging to a missing Norwegian trekker who was on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness. Manitoba RCMP say a search continued Thursday for Steffen Skjottelvik when those involved found the items. Police previously obtained what are believed to be the last coordinates where Skjottelvik's GPS device was connected to satellites. They could not say whether the backpack and rifle were found in the same area. Skjottelvik was travelling on foot with his two dogs from Fort Severn, Ont., to York Factory in northern Manitoba when he went missing last week. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Officers and locals have searched the area with drones, boats and helicopters due to the hazardous conditions and potential encounters with wildlife. Police believe the 29-year-old tried to cross the Hayes River, near York Factory, and got swept up by the fast current. A Facebook group created to track Skjottelvik's travels says he planned on trekking from James Bay all the way to Alaska. Christian Dyresen, a spokesman for Skjottelvik's family, said he was inspired to do the trip after a well-known television personality in Norway completed a similar expedition. Dyresen said Skjottelvik came to Canada after watching Norwegian adventurer Lars Monsen complete a multi-year hike through northern Canada. '(Skjottelvik's) been preparing based on conversations that he has had with (Monsen),' he told The Canadian Press from his home in Norway. 'He's been doing the same trip many time and he's been of the biggest inspirations for (Skjottelvik).' Dyresen said Monsen has been supportive of the family while search efforts are underway, adding that Monsen indicated Skjottelvik was a skilled and prepared adventurer. The family is staying in Norway and analyzing the situation hour by hour, said Dyresen. They are open to travelling to Canada if the time comes. Dyresen said it's been a rollercoaster of emotions for Skjottelvik's family, and that the discovery of the man's backpack and rifle is encouraging. 'This is an enormously big area, with a lot of risks going into the area,' he said. 'The more info (searchers) have that can make them focus … the better. 'So, in that way, the family still has hope.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 21, 2025. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
Edmonton Journal
an hour ago
- Edmonton Journal
Backpack, rifle belonging to missing Norwegian hiker found in northern Manitoba: RCMP
Searchers canvassing treacherous muskeg and swift-moving rivers have recovered a backpack and rifle belonging to a missing Norwegian trekker who was on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness. Article content Manitoba RCMP say a search continued Thursday for Steffen Skjottelvik when those involved found the items. Article content Article content Police previously obtained what are believed to be the last coordinates where Skjottelvik's GPS device was connected to satellites. They could not say whether the backpack and rifle were found in the same area. Article content Article content Article content Christian Dyresen, a spokesman for Skjottelvik's family, said he was inspired to do the trip after a well-known television personality in Norway completed a similar expedition. Article content Dyresen said Skjottelvik came to Canada after watching Norwegian adventurer Lars Monsen complete a multi-year hike through northern Canada. Article content Article content '(Skjottelvik's) been preparing based on conversations that he has had with (Monsen),' he told The Canadian Press from his home in Norway. Article content 'He's been doing the same trip many time and he's been of the biggest inspirations for (Skjottelvik).' Article content Dyresen said Monsen has been supportive of the family while search efforts are underway, adding that Monsen indicated Skjottelvik was a skilled and prepared adventurer. Article content The family is staying in Norway and analyzing the situation hour by hour, said Dyresen. They are open to travelling to Canada if the time comes. Article content Dyresen said it's been a rollercoaster of emotions for Skjottelvik's family, and that the discovery of the man's backpack and rifle is encouraging. Article content 'This is an enormously big area, with a lot of risks going into the area,' he said. 'The more info (searchers) have that can make them focus … the better.
National Observer
6 hours ago
- National Observer
Backpack, rifle belonging to missing Norwegian hiker found in northern Manitoba: RCMP
Searchers canvassing treacherous muskeg and swift-moving rivers have recovered a backpack and rifle belonging to a missing Norwegian trekker who was on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness. Manitoba RCMP say a search continued Thursday for Steffen Skjottelvik when those involved found the items. Police previously obtained what are believed to be the last coordinates where Skjottelvik's GPS device was connected to satellites. They could not say whether the backpack and rifle were found in the same area. Skjottelvik was travelling on foot with his two dogs from Fort Severn, Ont., to York Factory in northern Manitoba when he went missing last week. Officers and locals have searched the area with drones, boats and helicopters due to the hazardous conditions and potential encounters with wildlife. Police believe the 29-year-old tried to cross the Hayes River, near York Factory, and got swept up by the fast current. A Facebook group created to track Skjottelvik's travels says he planned on trekking from James Bay all the way to Alaska. Christian Dyresen, a spokesman for Skjottelvik's family, said he was inspired to do the trip after a well-known television personality in Norway completed a similar expedition. Dyresen said Skjottelvik came to Canada after watching Norwegian adventurer Lars Monsen complete a multi-year hike through northern Canada. "(Skjottelvik's) been preparing based on conversations that he has had with (Monsen)," he told The Canadian Press from his home in Norway. "He's been doing the same trip many time and he's been of the biggest inspirations for (Skjottelvik)." Dyresen said Monsen has been supportive of the family while search efforts are underway, adding that Monsen indicated Skjottelvik was a skilled and prepared adventurer. The family is staying in Norway and analyzing the situation hour by hour, said Dyresen. They are open to travelling to Canada if the time comes. Dyresen said it's been a rollercoaster of emotions for Skjottelvik's family, and that the discovery of the man's backpack and rifle is encouraging. "This is an enormously big area, with a lot of risks going into the area," he said. "The more info (searchers) have that can make them focus ... the better. "So, in that way, the family still has hope."
Toronto Sun
6 hours ago
- Toronto Sun
Backpack, rifle belonging to missing Norwegian hiker found in northern Manitoba: RCMP
Published Aug 21, 2025 • 2 minute read An RCMP logo is seen on a police vehicle. WINNIPEG — Searchers canvassing treacherous muskeg and swift-moving rivers have recovered a backpack and rifle belonging to a missing Norwegian trekker who was on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Manitoba RCMP say a search continued Thursday for Steffen Skjottelvik when those involved found the items. Police previously obtained what are believed to be the last coordinates where Skjottelvik's GPS device was connected to satellites. They could not say whether the backpack and rifle were found in the same area. Skjottelvik was travelling on foot with his two dogs from Fort Severn, Ont., to York Factory in northern Manitoba when he went missing last week. Officers and locals have searched the area with drones, boats and helicopters due to the hazardous conditions and potential encounters with wildlife. Police believe the 29-year-old tried to cross the Hayes River, near York Factory, and got swept up by the fast current. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. A Facebook group created to track Skjottelvik's travels says he planned on trekking from James Bay all the way to Alaska. Christian Dyresen, a spokesman for Skjottelvik's family, said he was inspired to do the trip after a well-known television personality in Norway completed a similar expedition. Dyresen said Skjottelvik came to Canada after watching Norwegian adventurer Lars Monsen complete a multi-year hike through northern Canada. '(Skjottelvik's) been preparing based on conversations that he has had with (Monsen),' he told The Canadian Press from his home in Norway. 'He's been doing the same trip many time and he's been of the biggest inspirations for (Skjottelvik).' Dyresen said Monsen has been supportive of the family while search efforts are underway, adding that Monsen indicated Skjottelvik was a skilled and prepared adventurer. The family is staying in Norway and analyzing the situation hour by hour, said Dyresen. They are open to travelling to Canada if the time comes. Dyresen said it's been a rollercoaster of emotions for Skjottelvik's family, and that the discovery of the man's backpack and rifle is encouraging. 'This is an enormously big area, with a lot of risks going into the area,' he said. 'The more info (searchers) have that can make them focus … the better. 'So, in that way, the family still has hope.' Toronto & GTA Columnists World Columnists World
Winnipeg Free Press
8 hours ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
Backpack, rifle belonging to missing Norwegian hiker found in northern Manitoba: RCMP
WINNIPEG – Manitoba RCMP say searchers have recovered a backpack and rifle belonging to a missing Norwegian trekker who was on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness. Steffen Skjottelvik was traveling on foot with his two dogs from Fort Severn, Ont., to York Factory in northern Manitoba when he went missing last week. Police were able to obtain what are believed to be the last co-ordinates where Skjottelvik's GPS device was connected to satellites. RCMP could not say whether the backpack and rifle were located near this area. Meanwhile, Skjottelvik's family says he was inspired to do the trip after a well-known television personality in Norway completed a similar expedition. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Family spokesperson Christian Dyresen says Skjottelvik came to Canada with the mission of trekking from James Bay all the way to Alaska after watching Norwegian adventurer Lars Monsen complete a multi-year hike through northern Canada. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 21, 2025.
