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Head to the Forest – How to Enjoy Your First Mushroom-Picking Trip in Finland

Mushroom picking is one of Finland’s most beloved autumn traditions, and for good reason. Wandering in the forest relaxes the mind, fresh air clears the head, and with a bit of luck you’ll return home with a basket full of delicious treasures. If you’re a foreigner living in Finland and want to experience this truly […]

I Stepped Off the Road and Found the Beauty of Finnish Nature

The winding forest floor, adorned with white-barked birches, beckoned me to step off the path, to wander into nature and see if there were any lingonberries to be found. The evening was already turning dusky, the sun still glowing on the horizon but making it clear that its time to slip away was near. Would […]