Ospreys and marshlands at Valkmusa National Park
All I knew about Valkmusa National Park before parking my car at the start of a circular route on a late autumn afternoon was that it was in southeastern Finland. That's it. By chance, I…
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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…
Geocaching in Finland
I got into geocaching last year when I signed me and my nephew up to a geocaching course. My nephew loves treasure hunting, so I figured what could be better than treasure hunting out in…
Myllyoja bridge in Turku leads nowhere
Myllyoja bridge in Turku is famous for not leading anywhere. It certainly looks that way, where you are walking towards the bridge from Paimalantie road and the parking lot. The Myllyoja is a narrow steel…
Paattinen nature trail in Turku is a peaceful place
Paattinen nature trail in Turku is a 1,8 km long circle trail with a beautiful lean-to shelter in a peaceful location. I was surprised to find myself alone in this trail on a beautiful autumn…
Tulliniemi – a wonderful nature walk at the southernmost tip of Finland
Tulliniemi is a multifunctional area with plenty to see: a nature reserve, the southernmost tip of Finland, a pilot station for ships, a coastguard station, and a beach fit for swimming. It also has a…
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…
Ruostejärvi lake is fun nature destination for kids
Ruostejärvi Recreation Area is located in the municipality of Tammela by Härkätie Road and near main road 2. It consists of approximately 70 hectares including 3 kilometers of shoreline. It has a nice beach with…
Camping at Liesjärvi National Park
Camping at Liesjärvi National Park is gaining popularity because of its close proximity to Helsinki, various camping sites to choose from, and short trails across the national park. Liesjärvi is a good option for crowded…
Pulju wilderness area and Puljutunturi Fell provide peace and quiet for hikers
Pulju is a small village in the north of Kittilä municipality, near Enontekiö. Close to the village there is Pulju wilderness area, where the Puljutunturi fell is located. Pulju means ‘ridge’ in local dialect. The…