|
Velkommen
Vikings of Lake
Lodge was established in 2005 and promotes
Scandinavian traditions to its members in
greater Lake County. With over 120 members
(including our Heritage and Unge members), we
welcome all persons who wish to join in our
study of the heritage and culture of Scandinavia
while building friendships and having a grand
time!
Our Mission
Statement
The mission of
Vikings of Lake Lodge is to promote, preserve
and cherish a lasting appreciation of the
heritage and culture of Norway and other Nordic
countries while growing soundly as a fraternal
benefit society and offering maximum benefits to
its members.
Sons of
Norway International
Sons of Norway was organized
as a fraternal benefit society by 18 Norwegian
immigrants in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January
16, 1895. The purposes and goals of the Founding
Fathers were to protect members of Sons of
Norway and their families from the financial
hardships experienced during times of sickness
or death in the family. Over time, the mission
of Sons of Norway was expanded to include the
preservation of Norwegian heritage and culture
in our Society. We have grown since our
beginning and are now the largest Norwegian
organization outside Norway.
Sons of Norway is
North America's oldest and largest
Nordic-America society. We provide a wide range
of social, heritage, cultural, fraternal and
financial benefits. By purchasing our financial
products, you help support Sons of Norway's
heritage and cultural programs. Sons of Norway's
current benefits are:
- Viking
Magazine, issued monthly, featuring articles
of interest to Nordic Americans
- Financial
benefits of membership are provided through a
wide array of products and services
- A quarterly
newsletter available to children through age
15
- Travel
programs to Norway
- Monthly lodge
programs featuring music, speakers, and videos
on Norway
- Language and
heritage classes
- Heritage
books offering maps and books on language,
travel, nature, and history
- Cultural
Skills programs including crafts, genealogy,
literature, folk dancing, and cooking
- Recreational
activities including orienteering, ski events,
and our Sports Medal Program
- Optional
community outreach programs
- Discounts on
hotel and car rental
- Imported maps
of Norway
- Other
projects and programs for members of all ages
Contact our
Membership Secretary to learn more about
Vikings of Lake Lodge and Sons of Norway.
frajoyce@yahoo.com
 |
