MAY 2022 Volume 119 * Number 5 Contents FEATURES 12 An Epic Reign The stories of King Harald Fairhair are the stuff of legends. Learn more about his life and the monuments that commemorate his significance in Viking history. Since 1904 18 Quiz Time! How much do you know about Norway's national day? Test your knowledge with our fun and festive quiz. 24 Selling Scandinavia Norway House's BARN program helps Norwegian companies enter the U.S. market. DEPARTMENTS 4 Velkommen Adjusting our sails 7 Nordic Life News * Trends * Inspiration 10 Your Finances College graduation guide 29 Member Matters Lodge recruitment * Kids' corner 37 Happenings Lodge fun * Events * Giving back 9 47 Ambassador Insights Exciting Oslo ON THE COVER Sverd i fjel (Swords in Rock) commemorates the legendary King Harald Fairhair. Photograph by Richard Larssen / Visit Norway The mission of Sons of Norway is to promote and preserve the heritage and culture of Norway, celebrate our relationship with other Nordic countries, and provide quality insurance and financial products to our members. * Sons of Norways misjon er å fremme og ivareta norske kulturtradisjoner, å feire vårt forhold til andre nordiske land og samtidig tilby de beste forsikrings- og finansprodukter til våre medlemmer. COURTESY SNOWDEN / HAY DK PHOTO