FAQ

My name is Juhán Niila Stålka and i am a storyteller and joiker. I weave together old stories from around Jokkmokk with contemporary issues such as colonization and climate change. I like to mix humour and seriousness.

I want you to leave my experience feeling like you learned something new and that you have enjoyed yourself.

I grew up in the south and learnt to joik from my father on our roadtrips north. I spent every holiday with my Áhkko and Áddjá (grandparents) in their cabin up towards Stuor Muorkke (Stora Sjöfallet).

As a joiker i have got the opportunity to perform at stages such as: Kungliga Dramatiska Teater, Skansen, Kungliga musikhögskolan, Kungsträdgården, Márkomeannu, Riddu Riđđu, Ájtte, The Sámi Parliament and Norrlandsoperan.

I have experience as a guide at Ájtte Museum aswell as a host at Sámi Duodji Sameslöjdstiftelsen and many years of experience from the civil society.

Sit down on reindeers pelts in my låvådgoahte (sámi tent). Listen to storytelling and joik (sámi singing) about the people, mountains and animals from around Jokkmokk.

Get the opportunity to ask questions about sámi culture. I will cook you coffee over the fire and offer a reindeer snack (dried reindeer meat).

Included:

• Joik

• Storytelling

• Reindeer snack

• Coffee

• Ask questions

• Spend time in låvådgoahte

I recommend dressing comfortably for the outdoors. While I provide a warm and inviting atmosphere around the fire, please be aware that the fabric of the tent is the primary protection from the elements. You may experience the authentic ambiance of the fire, including the scent of smoke on your clothes. Additionally, some hairs from the pelts used in seating may catch on your clothing during the experience.

Almost every monday, tuesday, wednesday and friday at 18:00 (6pm) through july and august.

The performance is 1,5 h long.

The venue is located in my låvådgoahte (sámi tent). We sit on reindeer pelts in a goahte furbished in the traditional way.

Address:
Wästfeltsgatan 39
962 33 Jokkmokk

In walking distance from:

• Busstation (10 min)

• Hotel Akerlunds (15 min)

• Hotel Jokkmokk (15 min)

• Train Station (20 min)

• Ájtte Museum (20 min)

You have to book before 16:00 (4 pm) the same day to secure a seat.

Click here to book:
https://www.arcticstories.se/home/#booking

No drop-ins. Call ahead.

Sámi Storytelling and Joik is an experience perfect for anyone fascinated by joik, Sámi culture and immersive storytelling. Perfect for visitor in Jokkmokk, this intimate gathering offers a deeper understanding of joik and the cultural heritage of the Sámi people.

Perfect if you are:

• Interested in learning about and experiencing Sámi culture and traditions.

• A great educational and entertaining activity for people who can appreciate the storytelling and performances.

• Visitors looking for unique and authentic local experiences.

If you asked these questions this activity is for you:

• What to do in Jokkmokk?

• Where to experience Sámi culture in Jokkmokk?

• Is there any cultural events in Jokkmokk?

• What not to miss in Jokkmokk?

• Best activities in Jokkmokk?

The price is 950 SEK /PERSON.
Kids up to 16 years old 350 SEK/PERSON
Four to six people 850 SEK/PERSON
Seven people or more 750 /PERSON

The goahte offers great protection against the weather, as it has to my ancestors for generations. But during extreme weather conditions the performance might not be as enjoyable as usual. If the event must be canceled, a full refund will be provided.

During the activity your offered to sit on reindeer pelts on the ground.

If you have a hard time getting up and down I will offer you a stool.

Parking is on a gravel driveway. There is a step up on the grass yard, and approx 30 m on the grass until you can enter the goahte.

I am committed to making the event enjoyable for everyone and will make accommodations to fit your needs. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please contact us in advance.

There is no wheelchair accessible toilet at the venue.

There is a toilet avaible at the venue (not wheelchair accessible)

There is free street parking next to the venue.

I love animals, please bring you dogs, cats, leguans and parrots.

We just ask you to consider our other guests and if you know that your animal can be stressed with people, new enviorments, smoke from the fire and singing (joiking) they might be better off staying at home.

You are welcome to take photos and record the event for personal use and post them on your social media.

Feel free to tag me in your pictures @arctic_stories