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Finland's National Parks

by Scandic

There are several national parks in Finland and my tip to you is to enjoy them. Even if you are visiting in Helsinki, take a day to wonder in Nuuksio National Park. You can easily reach it by public transportation.Nature protection is the primary function of national parks.The national parks are protected areas exemplifying the more valuable and characteristic habitats and land forms in the country, such as archipelago, lakes, forests, peatlands and fells.The national parks include many unique natural sights, such as rapids, rift valleys and eskers. Localities with outstanding picturesque scenery or panoramic views have also been selected for preservation. In yet other places the aim has been to preserve landscapes affected by human habitation and bygone ways of life.There is a total of 35 national parks in Finland. They are managed by Metsähallitus with the exception of the Koli...

Ice Fishing

by Gili_S

It is obviously possible to fish in the winter as well. It is maybe not as fun as in the summer and you surely not going to see me trying fishing in the winter. Beside the winter gear and fishing equipment, you will need also the tool to dig the ice, which I have no idea how you call it, dave_21 and Herzog63 surely must know :-)

Downhill-skiing or snowboarding in Finland

by einokj

There are plenty of downhill ski slopes in Finland. See the attached webpage for more information. The best slopes are in Lapland and biggest of them being Ylläs and Levi. Compared to Alps, the resorts are cheaper, easier and less-crowded being perfect for newbies and family travel. As well, for snowboarders and -bladers, there are big parks, as well. You may have noticed the high standard in Finland with these sports?Budget tip: if you more than 1 person travelling and you're visiting more than one resort, it is wise to buy so-called skipass (also mentioned ski.fi-card). You can buy that in resorts and other locations as well (Shell?). The discount is such that you can get two daily tickets to one resort in price of one. The skipass costs 32 euros (2003-2004) but you can get it for 28 euros with several other cards, such as Finnair Plus or Hertz #1 Club cold-card. If you don't have...

SWAMP FOOTBALL

by Vema

Finnish skiers had an idea of an extremely efficient and tough workout:They took a ball to the swamp field and started to play. The sport they invented was developed from traditional soccer but the rules have been modified to fit better to the "soft" ground.Except that it really was very hard, it also seemed to be very fun. Since 1998 Swamp Soccer has become more and more popular with people, both in Finland and abroad. The number of participating teams has increased from 13 to 260 in five years!

Icehockey

by Gili_S

During the dark days of the long winter a good way to get warm, a bit blood pressure and excited is to go and play some Ice Hockey. There are many large and small Ice Halls all over the country but there are also outside rings where you can play just for fun. Even in remote places, the local authorities will have some kind of maintenance to keep it useful for the local inhabitants. Skates, stick, helmet, puck.

Winter fun part II

by Scandic

Climb to the hill and off we go! You feel free just a sled or pulka under you. Everybody has right to be a child again. I love this winter fun and I'm so glad that you're never too old or broken to do it! Sled, pulka, piece of paper board or plastic bag. Yes, it is easy to enjoy.

Go fishing

by Gili_S

Fishing is very popular sport in Finland, many, from the age of 7 to 70 going fishing, and it is no matter if it is winter, spring, summer or fall, with the 200,000 lakes, lots or rivers and thousands km of long beaches, it is easy to find a good fishing spot. You must remember that for most kind of Fishing you need a licence. But if you use just a traditional hook & a worm, you do not require that licence.

Paintball (survival game)

by einokj

This is rather common outdoor sports in Finland since there's planty of room for this kind of activity. The idea is rather simple. People are equipped with paintball guns and mask to protect the eyes. When you get shot you're out of the game. Shoot but don't get shot. Simple. Think that as war simulator. You should have quite a large group in order to play and make teams big enough. I was playing that in the forest, which is kind a tough since you have to strafe and crawl in order to succeed which causes quite lot of bruises. All you need is jogging shoes. All the others are given by the organiser.To find out the organiser, check out the local telephone catalogue or web for the word 'värikuulasota'.

Snowboarding in Vuokatti

by Stellla

As I am born in the Alps, I love winter sports since I can walk. I started with skiing and now I have been snowboarding for over 10 years. It has been my passion for so so long. So I have to admit I have been disappointed to snowboard in Finland, it is too flat for me and very expensive for what is it (I shouldn't compare I know!!).The top of Vuokatti is at 320 meters and there is not many slopes. The good side is that you won't encounter any problems concerning the amount of snow. I guess that the finnish landscape is more adapted to country skiing than downhill!! If you do not have your own snowboard and boots you can rent it easily...only problem is the price in Vuokkati: 40€ for 2 days. It costs more than rent skis equipment which it is not logical for me. But you need good clothes as well, to snowboard the trouser is a must, and particulary if you just begin you will spend a lot of...

noisless gliding in the water

by sinoda

This is another form of discovering not so beaten paths in Finland.If you are fond of nature, not getting a nervous breakdown because of some spiders in the wilderness and enjoy luxury of independence then consider this: Why not hire a canoe/kayak and hit the enigmatic lake and river system of middle- and eastern Finland? Pack your stuff (tent/clothes) into your canoe and float away like Väinämöinen did once... ; )Choose tranquility for once without city-hustle. Time - very good map - good equipment (outdoor gear) - open mind

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Q: Right - here's the brief. I've got a maximum of three days, and am going to pick up a car from either Helsinki or Tampere....

A: go to the koli national park. thats not too far so you can get to see something in 3 days, and its one of the most beautiful landscapes in finland.

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