The Trail Angel of the Year
A much-awaited cup of coffee, help drying gear, a warming sauna, or a friendly, encouraging comment. Small gestures from strangers that are truly invaluable and can elevate a day – or an entire mountain journey – to entirely new heights. We know that there are many mountain heroes out there and we want to honor them with a special award!
Anyone who has started or completed the White or Green Ribbon during the year can nominate the “Trail Angel of the Year” who they believe has meant the most for their experience along the mountain chain. Among the nominees, the jury for White & Green Ribbon will choose a worthy winner.
Below, we present all those who have received this prestigious title!
NOMINATE THE TRAIL ANGEL OF THE YEAR 2026
Fill in the form below. And of course we need the name of the person/people you are nominating and a justification for why you think the person or people should receive the honorable award. We need your nomination no later than 15 September.
To those of you who signed up for and started the White or Green Ribbon in 2026 – we look forward to your nomination!
TRAIL ANGEL 2025
Lucina Dahlberg & Magnus Lindén
Jury’s statement:
To open one’s home and heart to strangers. To offer a bed, a place to dry one’s gear, a listening ear, and a chance to refuel for the journey ahead – simply to support a fellow human being on their life’s adventure. Magnus and Lucina have opened their home in Tänndalen to many Ribboners along the way, and several have testified to their incredible kindness and deep commitment. “They are such friendly and positive people that I was in a great mood for several days thanks to them.” The jury unanimously agrees that Lucina and Magnus are true Trail Angels with their hearts in the right place.
TRAIL ANGEL OF ALL TIMES
Stig “Stig i Olden” Nilsson
Jury’s statement:
With genuine warmth, care, and generosity, Stig Nilsson has tirelessly helped, encouraged, and enriched the journey for so many Ribboners over the years. A true stalwart with a heart of gold, he has become an icon for both mountain travelers and for the entire White & Green Ribbon. A thousand thanks, Stig!
TRAIL ANGEL 2024
Lennart Mörtsell, Jemtlander
Jury’s statement:
For his committed and personal approach, and for his exceptional helpfulness. Every winter, Lennart is ready to personally assist mountain travelers who encounter issues with all kinds of pulkas. He listens attentively to opinions about pulkas with great dedication, driven to develop high-quality equipment that lasts a lifetime.
TRAIL ANGEL 2023
Valsjöbua in Valsjöbyn
Jury’s statement:
For an exceptionally kind and warm welcome when freezing, hungry White and Green Ribboners pass through Valsjöbyn on their journey north or south. Valsjöbua greets them with open arms, offering delicious coffee, drying gear, and taking care of everything without expecting anything in return. Tobbe and the staff at Valsjöbua are true trail angels, real heroes on the journey.
TRAIL ANGEL 2019
Lill-Marie Wassdahl, Gäddede Camping
Jury’s statement:
Lili-Marie has shown exceptional hospitality and generosity to all mountain travelers. She has made Gäddede a logical hub for everyone passing through the mountain chain during their journey on the White and Green Ribbon.
TRAIL ANGEL 2018
Yvonne & Tomas Fransson, Jänsmässholmens Fjällhotell
Jury’s statement:
Tomas and Yvonne have shown exceptional warmth and generosity to all mountain travelers who have crossed their path. Their ability to make everyone feel like part of their family is remarkable and much needed. It truly feels like coming home.
TRAIL ANGEL 2017
Stig “Stig i Olden” Nilsson
Jury’s statement:
A true stalwart, who selflessly has served, helped, encouraged, and kept a close watch on many, many mountain travelers over the years. Many Green and White Ribboners can attest that Stig Nilsson in Olden has shown incredible hospitality, which has been a much-appreciated part of their journey. Stig keeps a sharp eye on all of us Ribboners, inviting those he manages to find for coffee, sandwiches, and a pleasant chat at the village cabin in Olden. Many have also been offered accommodation and a much-needed opportunity to dry off and recharge after soggy and cold bog adventures.
