Oxen Network

02/25/2026

Kimmernaq Heilmann is a true Swiss Army knife in the world of adventure guiding. Despite her youthful energy, she brings a rare depth and range of experience, moving effortlessly across sea, land and ice with extraordinary skill.

Originally from Maniitsoq, she embodies the strength and endurance of a true Sisimiormioq, outrunning most on cross-country skis, standing as a certified ice climber and glacier guide, and a veteran of the Arctic Circle Race, one of the world’s toughest cross-country skiing events held annually in Sisimiut.

Beyond her individual accomplishments, Kimmernaq is also a respected educator. She regularly shares her vast knowledge to inspire and empower emerging Greenlandic guides through programs like the Adventure Guide certification at Campus Kujalleq in southern Greenland.

While a cherished co-director at Oxen she also generously contributes to many other social initiatives across the communities she interacts with and above all her warmth and humour are a joy to be around