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Hiking ABC

What type of camping stove is suitable for my specific trip? How do I navigate with a map and compass? How can I plan a responsible and environmentally friendly hike?

You will get answers to these and other questions related to hiking during our wilderness guide's guidance. During the instruction, you will gain useful basic knowledge of hiking, learn practical hiking skills, and gain a foundation for planning your own independent hikes. There will also be time for free discussion. The guidance will take place indoors at the Koli Nature Center Ukko, sheltered from the weather.

Course Content:

  • Planning a hike

  • Packing and adjusting a backpack

  • Hiking clothing

  • Camping stoves

  • Using a map and compass, as well as mobile applications for navigation

  • Safe handling of an axe and knife, as well as making a fire

  • Hiking etiquette and the everyman's right

Hiking ABC - Theoretical guidance
Duration: 2 hours
Capacity: 15 PAX
Availability: Saturday 26th August at 11-13 (in Finnish) and at 14-16 (in English/Finnish)
Languages: Finnish, English
Departure and return: Koli Nature Center Ukko.
Price: free
Participant's own equipment: Comfortable indoor clothing.
Bookings: send email to [email protected]