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Out in the Nature

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Explore the nature of Finland

  • Destination
    • Eastern Finland
    • The Oulu region and Kainuu
    • Southern Finland
    • Western Finland
    • Lapland
  • See
    • Curiosities
    • National parks
    • Outdoors but indoors
    • Recreation areas
    • Viewpoints
    • Wilderness areas
  • Activities
    • Berry and mushroom picking
    • Bird watching
    • Camping
    • Climbing and bouldering
    • Cycling and fatbiking
    • Geocaching
    • Hiking and trailrunning
    • Trekking
    • Water activities
    • Winter activities
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8 features that make Finnish nature unique

November 10th, 2021Jenni0 Comments
Finnish nature

Think Finnish nature and what pops to mind? The Finnish nature is probably the most known for snow, reindeers and Northern Lights. But it is so much more than that. Here are 8 features that…

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FILED UNDER: Nature

Paimio hiking trail – a well-hidden gem of Southern Finland

June 30th, 2021Nadine0 Comments
Paimio Hiking Trail banner

Nature is full of wonders. Sometimes you can find it in a place you’d never anticipate. How about a day on a swamp? Scary? No worries, it will surprise you with its beauty and no…

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FILED UNDER: Autumn, Hiking and trailrunning, Nature, Summer, Western FinlandTAGGED WITH: Daytrip from Turku, Paimio

Seeing the trees for the forest at Alakestilä Arboretum

June 15th, 2021Jenni0 Comments
Alakestilä Arboretum in Liminka

Alakestilä Arboretum can be found in Liminka, in the Northern Ostrobothnia region, in Finland. The arboretum is spread over an area of about three hectares on the banks of the Liminka River. There are many…

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FILED UNDER: Nature, Summer, The Oulu region and KainuuTAGGED WITH: Accessible, Child-friendly, Garden, Historical site, Liminka

Out in the Nature Quiz – Wildlife in Finland

June 10th, 2021Jenni0 Comments
Wildlife in Finland

This time the topic of our new quiz is wildlife in Finland. Are you ready to test your knowledge on the wildlife that roams in the Finnish forests and waters? This fun quiz is suitable…

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FILED UNDER: NatureTAGGED WITH: Animals, Quiz

Foraging wild herbs in Finland

June 3rd, 2021Jenni0 Comments
Wild herbs in Finland

Foraging wild herbs is a forgotten skill, which is now very much in trend in Finland. Many restaurants use wild herbs in their dishes and consumers are starting to value the health, taste and quality…

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FILED UNDER: Berry and mushroom picking, Food and restaurants, Nature, Summer, Wilderness skillsTAGGED WITH: Wild herbs

Snow in Finland and what it means for the nature

February 4th, 2021Jenni0 Comments
Snow

Snow in Finland is beautiful to look at and cold to touch, but what else do we know about snow? For us humans it often means slippery conditions in traffic, fun winter sports, or just…

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FILED UNDER: Nature, Winter

All you need to know about deer hunting in Finland

January 19th, 2021Jenni2 Comments
Deer hunting in Finland

Deer hunting in Finland is a common hobby as there are large populations of fallow deers, white tailed deers and roe deers roaming in our forests. The deer hunting season is almost over, but here's…

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FILED UNDER: Autumn, Food and restaurants, Nature, Wilderness skills, WinterTAGGED WITH: Animals

Enchanting Christmas in Finland

December 23rd, 2020Jenni11 Comments
Christmas in Finland

Christmas in Finland can be quite enchanting if you spend it in Lapland where there will be snow. Sometimes Finland will have a lovely snow coverage all around the country at the end of December,…

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FILED UNDER: Events and festivals, Lapland, Nature, Traditions, Winter, Winter activities

Out in the Nature Quiz – Can you match the autumn leaves to the trees?

October 13th, 2020Jenni & Tarja0 Comments
Autumn leaves quiz

Autumn leaves are falling down. What a month ago was beautiful fall foliage is now turning to bare trees as deciduous trees are shaking off their leaves and getting ready for winter. Walking on a…

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FILED UNDER: Autumn, Nature, Wilderness skillsTAGGED WITH: Quiz

Deer keds that annoy the crap out of you in the autumn

September 25th, 2020Jenni13 Comments
deer ked

Deer keds (Lipoptena cervi) are usually found on deer, elk and moose, but occasionally bite humans and domestic mammals. They are those annoying little insects that fly directly on to you in autumn forest, crawl…

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FILED UNDER: Autumn, NatureTAGGED WITH: Animals

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On #worldforestday, we definitely need to pay atte On #worldforestday, we definitely need to pay attention to how beneficial even brief visits to the forest can be to our mental and physical health. I mean, this is just so refreshing, isn't it?

One of our blog's followers Roberto was visiting #Finland from South America with his family, and they were amazed at how clean and quiet the nature in Finland is.

#finnishnature #visitfinland #forestphotography
Today on #worldforestday, we wanted to share the b Today on #worldforestday, we wanted to share the beauty of crown snow-load (tykkylumi in Finnish) 🤩 Despite its stillness, wintery and snow-laden forests are stunningly beautiful. These kind of snow-loads usually accumulate on pine trees especially in #Lapland and on medium sized fells. Skiing, snow-shoeing, or hiking in wintery forests both calms the mind and provides excellent cardiovascular exercise. 

#finnishnature #finnishlapland #winterforest #snowytrees #snowfall #snowload #snowlover
In celebration of World Forest Day, our blogger An In celebration of World Forest Day, our blogger Anja shared this. "Living in the forest in #Lapland changed my life for the best. The forest not only provides a lot of treats, such as berries, mushrooms and clean air, but also gives space to calm down and relax. Even a short walk in the forest on a busy day feels like a mini holiday."

📸 by Laura Leppäjärvi at the Tree Hugging World Championship

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Our nature and forests are a part of our DNA in Fi Our nature and forests are a part of our DNA in Finland. Our health and well-being are linked to the health of the nature surrounding us.

Our blogger Tarja is here by the Paavola Oak tree, which is estimated to be 300-400 years old. It also grows in an unusual place on a field surrounded by spruce trees. 

 #worldforestday #hugatree #oaktree #oldtrees
We recently visited Saarnakivi in Tammela. It's an We recently visited Saarnakivi in Tammela. It's an ancient sermon stone and preaching place from the time when Christianity reached Finland. Beautiful setting to quiet down. Do you go out in the nature to calm down? What is your favorite place for that?

#saarnakivi #tammela #natureinfinland #naturehelpsheal #calmingdown #historicalplacesinfinland #outdoorchurch #finland #winterinfinland @visittammela #naturesight #naturesightinfinland
Great Spotted Woodpecker spotted today as part of Great Spotted Woodpecker spotted today as part of the annual @birdlifesuomi backyard birdcount #pihabongaus #pihabongaus2023 #birdsofinstagram #finnishnature
So you think you know ice? Brave enough to test it So you think you know ice? Brave enough to test it on our definitive *ice quiz*? Check out the link from the pinned comment. Good luck! 🧊

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2022 was once again a whirlwind year! So much to e 2022 was once again a whirlwind year! So much to explore in our #finnishnature 🤩 Happy New Year 2023, everyone!! 🎉 See you out in the nature next year, too 🌲 #visitfinland #finnishmoments #nordicnature
Now that it's snowing ❄️, it's good to start f Now that it's snowing ❄️, it's good to start feeding birds. This yellowhammer is a regular visitor at our bird feeding station. If you don't have the chance of setting up your own bird feeding station, check out Lintulive bird feeding live camera provided by @birdlifesuomi on their site.

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Out in the Nature Quiz – Animal tracks in the snow

Animal tracks in the snow

How good are you at identifying animal tracks in the snow? Snow coverage in winter reveals us the amount and versatility of wildlife we don't usually get to see. How…

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At the footsteps of Viking king on thrilling Vaarniemi nature trail

Vaarniemi nature trail in Kaarina

Vaarniemi nature trail at the border of Turku and Kaarina in Finland is a beautiful hiking destination all year round. The area belongs to Natura 2000 nature protection network. Rocky…

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Ice swimming in Turku, Finland

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Many people think that ice swimming is the best way to relax in winter. In addition of it’s relaxing and calming effect, it also has known benefits for health. Among…

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