Visit Västerby recreation area in Finland. I challenged myself with a trail run but a calm camp night is just as good option.
Outdoors
National dress skiing – aka, car in a ditch
I tried to take part in National Dress Skiing, but nature and cars were against me. Sometimes I wish I didn't have to drive at all.
Before the storm – Tapiontaival trail in Salmi
There was time to go for a quiet winter walk before the snowstorm Valtteri/Malik arrived.
Wilderness cafes – Skiing in Lapland
Wilderness cafes and ski trail cafes are a common in most of the touristy areas in Lapland. They are part of the skiing culture, which has long traditions in Finland.
Autumn colours and mice with silicone diet – Herajärvi trail
About 60 km of walking in Eastern Finland? Absolutely! Herajärvi trail in Koli National Park was brilliantly autumnal. Golden colours and cheeky animals.
Gathering leaves – Literary quote
Robert Frost's poem is very timely now that the leaves are yet again turning and falling down. Last few leaves cling to the trees here in Finland.
Penny-bun, Boletus edulis, Herkkutatti
I use my English mushroom book alongside the Finnish one because, for some reason, I want to learn the names in English as well.
Best time to pick mushrooms?
Autumn is here and mushrooms are about. Is there a best day to pick mushrooms?
Impossible to live without – Literary quote
Moomin quote expressing the appreciation of nature.
Exploring footpaths and bridleways – Historic paths to be mapped by 2026
Footpaths and bridleways make walking and running fun – you don't have to follow the roads. But all paths in England are not yet officially recorded.
Near Here Way Away 