Early spring by the seashore in Helsinki. Days are already very long, about 17 hours of daylight. Trees have only tiny leaves if at all. Birches have unusual amount of catkins and are full of pollen. Lots of birds have already arrived in Finland and lots more, like geese are migrating at the moment to … Continue reading »
Went for a couple of shorts walks near Jyväskylä in central Finland at the end of April. Muuramejoki is a river with a short nature trail along its shores. The river flows to lake Päijänne and is popular among fishermen. The nature trail in April is still partly covered with ice and a few spots … Continue reading »
April 2012, a set on Flickr.
Icebreak 2012, a set on Flickr. Annual whitewater race in Helsinki on 15th of April at Vanhankaupunginkoski rapids.
Kivinokka recreation area will soon start its summer season. In mid April there are a few spots of snow. Tiny summer houses of hundreds are scattered in the small area. Hopefully the area will stay the same despite the city’s development plans this year. See my other pictures of Kivinokka: A walk in May and … Continue reading »
March 2012, a set on Flickr. Great skiing weather both in southern Finland and in Lapland.
