DIY projects for nature enthusiasts

Welcome to our DIY projects page for nature enthusiasts. Here you'll find a collection of creative and sustainable projects that celebrate the nature in many different ways. From lean-to shelters to birdhouses, insect hotels, and…

National parks in Finland

National parks in Finland are attracting millions of visitors every year. There are 41 national parks in Finland, all of them distinct from one another. Which are the most visited national parks in Finland? What…

The Rapids Route at Karkkila weaves through a historic ironworks area

Karkkila is one of those towns in southern Finland where the connection of industrialisation and forces of nature meet. There are five rapids around Karkkila which were harnessed early for different purposes. While today, the…

Uunisaari island at the centre of Helsinki has a long recreational history

Uunisaari is a small, 3 hectare island right off Kaivopuisto park at the very southernmost tip of Helsinki. In the summer, its long sandy beaches attract visitors by boat. In the winter, you can visit…

Jokikylä nature path at Evijärvi showcases the history of log driving and swamps

Evijärvi municipality has built a lovely 4km nature path at Jokikylä, which runs alongside a former log driving river called Tervareitti (Tar route). This easy nature path goes by two names: the Jokikylä nature path…