Hiking

Trip planning, trail skills and safety for day hikes and longer walks.

Hiking in Lapland in Summer: Seasons, Parks, Huts and a Packing Checklist
A practical guide to summer hiking in Finnish Lapland, from midnight sun and mosquito season to ruska, wilderness huts and what to pack.
Outdoor Emergency SOS Signals: What SOS Means and How to Send One
How to call for help in the backcountry, from Morse SOS and the alpine distress signal to phones, PLBs and satellite messengers.