Are you familiar with the deadliest mushrooms that grow in Finland? Mushroom foraging is my most beloved pastime in Finland, where the pristine forests offer plenty of delicious fungi. However, this activity comes with a crucial danger: some mushrooms found in Finnish woods can be deadly if consumed. To ensure a safe and enjoyable mushroom […] The post Watch out for the deadliest mushrooms in Finland appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Nestled in the countryside of Paimio, Southwest Finland, lies a site steeped in history and mystery: Rekottila. It is home to ancient rock paintings, the remnants of a possible castle, and burial cairns dating back to the Bronze Age. Recently, I had the chance to visit this place on my way to Turku, and though […] The post Fascinating Rekottila Bronze Age ruins and rock paintings appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

We were driving along Sevettijärventie road in the very top of Finland. Having noticed a small mention of a sacred Sámi site at Nitsijärvi lake, we decided to stop by to check it out. We knew the approximate area where the sacred seita rock could be found, and we were determined to locate it and […] The post The sacred Suojanperä seida rock guards Nitsijärvi lake appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Not all places we write about are about the solitude of nature. No, definitely not. One important aspect of being out in the nature is to see how nature is incorporated into our society. Well, I can tell you that the sculpture park at Parikkala known as Parikkalan patsaspuisto is definitely a place where nature […] The post Parikkala sculpture park is weird, wonderful, and surprisingly thought provoking appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Standing next to an old building is a large pine tree which looks deceptively benign to the uninformed visitor. I was visiting Kuortane in the Southern Ostrobothnia region and had read of an old whipping tree in the village of Salmi called Piiskoomänty (whipping pine). I wanted to learn more about one of the outdoor […] The post Piiskoomänty whipping pine is a remnant of historical punishments appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Have you ever considered why fireweed is better than large-leaved lupine in Finland? Large-leaved lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus), komealupiini in Finnish, is a strikingly beautiful North American plant that has earned a bad reputation in Finland. Despite its vibrant, eye-catching flowers, this non-native species is said to pose a threat to the country’s native flora. Why […] The post Why fireweed is better than large-leaved lupine in Finland appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

The largest tree in Finland stretches its long branches over the waterside park at Heinola. This famous tree is called Tsaarinpoppeli (Czar’s Poplar tree in English), and it has survived floods and devastation for hundreds of years. We were passing through Heinola and decided to stop for an ice-cream and a stroll under the massive […] The post Finland’s largest tree is the magnificent Tsaarinpoppeli at Heinola appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Someron Koirametsä, also known as Somero Dog Forest, is a recently opened gem that offers a delightful forest retreat for dogs and their owners. Located in the small town of Somero, in Proper Finland, between Salo and Forssa, this enchanting dog forest is a vast, natural playground where dogs can roam freely and owners can […] The post Someron Koirametsä dog forest: Where dogs and nature meet appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

A day before my friend and I decided to visit Liessaari island at Lohja, it snowed again. It had already been beautifully warm but alas, as always in Finland, “fool’s spring” or a cold spell had happened again. So, when we got to Liessaari in April, instead of seeing patches of snow in the forest, […] The post Liessaari island at Lohja is a small but versatile recreation area appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more

Pilvijärvi and its nature trail is nestled in the serene landscapes of Sipoo, Finland. The scenic nature trail winds its way along the shores of Pilvijärvi lake through lush pine forests and calm marshlands. Whether you’re an avid hiker or a biker, a general nature enthusiast, or simply want to spend time taking in fresh […] The post Pilvijärvi at Sipoo is popular all year around appeared first on Out in the Nature ..read more