Skiing Vikings
Surprisingly enough, skiing was a favored pastime for the Vikings. There is some speculation that the Russians may have invented the sport even earlier. The BBC has reported that fragments of ski-like objects were discovered in 1960 that dated back to 6,000 BC in Northern Russia. The Vikings used skis for recreational purposes and competitive sports for the most part. In addition, it was an efficient way to get around. It got to the point where skiing was so popular that they worshiped a god of skiing named Ullr who was also a legendary archer, skater, and hunter.
Skiing Vikings
House Mice
Vikings were one of the many civilizations that were responsible for spreading house mice all over the world. According to National Geographic, there was DNA research that indicated a genetic pattern that was found only in mice that originated from Norway, which pretty much confirmed the Vikings spread them as Norway was their home base. Another research discovered that cats were on board with the Vikings and also with them on land. It is believed that they were there to help reduce the mice population.
House Mice