By Samuli Haapasalo | July 14, 2026 Deep within the rural landscapes of Western Estonia, amidst the weathered stone walls of an ancient drying barn, […]
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Guardians of the Wilderness: A Midsummer Encounter with Finland’s Brown Bears
By Samuli Haapasalo Published: July 21, 2026 In the remote, hushed landscapes of Martinselkonen, Suomussalmi, the Finnish wilderness offers a rare glimpse into a world […]
The Dance of the Forest: A Summer Evening with Finland’s Apex Predators
By Samuli Haapasalo Published July 28, 2026 – "A Year in Nature" Series In the heart of the Martinselkonen wilderness, where the Finnish taiga stretches […]
Orchids of the Baltic: A Journey Through Limestone Paradises and Botanical Rarity
While the rugged forests and peatlands of Kainuu in Finland offer a sanctuary for modest, shade-loving orchids such as the lesser twayblade (Neottia cordata) and […]
The Golden Harvest: Embracing the Versatile World of Legumes in the Garden and Kitchen
From the humble field bean to the elegant runner bean, the family Fabaceae—commonly known as legumes—represents one of the most significant and rewarding groups of […]
Entomological Expeditions: Discovering Estonia’s Hidden Biodiversity
By Tapio Kujala July 28, 2026 For the Finnish Entomological Society, the annual spring excursion is more than just a trip; it is a pilgrimage […]
The Silent Cliffs: A Fragile Hope for the Black-Legged Kittiwake
By Samuli Haapasalo | August 4, 2026 For over half a century, the Varanger Peninsula in northern Norway has served as a sensory benchmark for […]
The Arctic Sentinel: A Deep Dive into the Life and Fragile Future of the Yellow-Billed Loon
By Samuli Haapasalo | August 11, 2026 The northern hemisphere’s vast, icy expanses are home to some of the most specialized avian species on the […]
The Summer of Moderation: Analyzing Finland’s 2026 Weather Patterns and the El Niño Connection
By Mika Rantanen | August 10, 2026 For many Finns, the summer of 2026 has felt markedly different from the sweltering, record-breaking seasons that have […]
