Everyone knows what ice is like, right? Ice is one of the three states of water along with liquid and vapour. Easy. Ice forms when temperatures dip below freezing, and it's a normal occurrence at…
Out in the Nature Quiz – The definitive ice quiz
Category: Nature connectedness
10 easy ways to bring more nature to the office
Have you ever wondered how to bring more nature to the office? Some of us are forced to stay indoors for a great part of the day. Office is a common workspace for many, and…
Lots to learn on the nature paths of Laajalahti Bay
Laajalahti Bay is one of the best areas for bird-watching in the capital area. Several nature paths surround the bay, and at their centre is a specialised nature house, Villa Elfvik. This nature reserve is…
The Silent People of Suomussalmi
Environmental art combines nature to art, creating unique experiences surrounded by the great outdoors. This extraordinary artwork called Silent People (Hiljainen kansa in Finnish) is located the middle of nowhere, at Suomussalmi in Kainuu region…
The Musical Forest is a place where nature is an instrument
The Musical Forest or Soiva metsä is an extraordinary forested area with instruments that can be played by all. This one-of-a-kind musical installation was built in 1996 onto an area full of sand dunes in…
How to ground yourself in the nature in winter
Do you know how to ground yourself when you are somewhere in the nature? Is it something you actively do? Or have you never consciously tried that before? I will share some of my favorite…
How to de-stress out in the nature
In times like these nature connectedness is more important than ever. Nature is known to have several health benefits for our bodies. It lowers blood pressure and stress hormones, lifts up spirit and helps us…
Out in the Nature Challenge 2020
Happy New Year! We would like to invite you to take part in Out in the Nature Challenge 2020! We want to encourage everyone to spend more time in the nature. Why? Because being out…
Mindfulness in the nature helps to connect with yourself
Nature gives you a chance to slow down and decrease your stress levels. Mindfulness can help you to get deeper connection not only with the nature but also with yourself. Nature itself creates all these…