Jani Heino6 days ago2 minNorthern viewsA new dawn for swans of TuonelaWhooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) is one of the largest birds occurring in Finland. Some decades ago, it was close to becoming extinct, but...
Jani HeinoSep 213 minNorthern viewsA year of observing boreal insects has almost passedThis year has almost reached a point where insect activity is declining rapidly. Some species overwintering as adults can still be seen...
Jani HeinoMar 184 minNorthern viewsTesting hybrid skis in snowy northern landscapesThis winter, I became enthusiastic about testing different types of skis, snowshoes and especially ‘hybrids’ between the former two. All...
Jani HeinoJan 21 minNorthern viewsDown by the river before dawnThis morning, I visited a location by the ice-covered River Iijoki. This location, Kierikki, boasts an assumed replica of a stone-age...
Jani HeinoNov 18, 20222 minNorthern viewsIcy hell or just rivers freezing overNo surprise that, as a northerner, I have always been fascinated by snow and ice. Just right now is perfect timing to follow lakes and...