I walk into the forest wearing a twenty-year-old jacket, old torn sweatpants, and rubber boots. I have no measuring devices, snacks, time limit, or any specific plan other than to spend a moment in the nearby woods. I’m there for as long as I happen to be this time, basically doing nothing. And you know […]
I leap over a ditch from the roadside into the forest. The gentle energy of the trees’ embrace wraps around me in an instant. Although the sound of the road still reaches my ears, an invisible wall—a protective force field—has appeared between me and the mundane human world. On the forest side, with each step, […]
Article by: Karoliina Kaski We embarked on a three-night autumn hike to Patvinsuo National Park in September. This was my first visit to this park. Patvinsuo offered exactly what I had hoped for and what online sources had promised: sandy beaches, towering pine forests, expansive mires, and unbroken natural tranquility. Welcome to a photo journey […]
Powder snow is wonderfully soft and light, eagerly anticipated until the snowpack becomes as deep and fluffy as ever. It can be described in words and pictures, but you truly understand its fun and charm only by experiencing it firsthand. On the morning of February 1, just as the sun was preparing to spread its […]
Article by Leena Korhonen It was supposed to be just a regular weekend trip to my local hills, but in an instant, it turned into the most unforgettable nature experience of my life so far. I had been feeling extremely tired all week, wondering if I might be coming down with something. Maybe it would […]
In commercial collaboration with Electric Adventures What is foiling, and what does it feel like for a first-timer? After watching a video of people in wetsuits gliding over the water on boards that barely touch the surface, I was completely intrigued. What exactly is happening here, and how? Could I also manage to fly over […]
Text and photos: Outi Johansson Did you know that Finnish forests produce hundreds of millions of kilograms of bilberries at their peak? Thanks to the Everyone’s rights, this superfood is accessible to everyone. Have you already ventured out to pick your share from the hidden shady mounds, rocky crevices, or the edges of bogs? The […]
Stand up paddling has become a popular sport in recent years, and it can be enjoyed almost anywhere as long as the water is at least knee-deep. Paddleboarding is a type of paddling where the paddler stands on a surfboard-like board and leisurely moves through the water. With approximately 300 000 lakes or ponds, Finland […]
In commercial collaboration with Kanava Resort and SaimaaHoliday Oravi One of the best places to see the cute and endangered saimaa ringed seal, native to Finland only!, is Linnansaari National Park situated in South Savo. The national park consists of hundreds of islands, so you’ll need to get on the water or at least be […]
Our small crew has journeyed from the countryside to the city by land, and now it’s time to set sail from Helsinki’s Halkolaituri pier. Surrounding the pier are numerous magnificent vessels adorned with various masts, plenty of ropes, fine details, and an aura of a bygone era. I’m no seasoned sailor, but standing on the […]
