Birdhouse Workshop, Forest Walk & Wilderness Lunch in Kuusamo
Experience highlight
Birdhouse Workshop and Wilderness Lunch guides you closer to Finnish nature and culture. Build a birdhouse, hang it in the forest and get spoiled with a three course wilderness lunch by the fire in the middle of the forest.
Experience overview
Location: Ruka
Duration: 7 hours
April to October
Departure: 09:00
Minimum age: 12 years old
Small group (max. 8 participants)
Guided languages: English, Finnish, Swedish, Polish
Difficulty: Easy
Operated by our trusted local partner
Responsible choice
This trip includes transport, but if you choose to come to us by bike, please contact us before making a reservation. You will receive a 10% discount code.
The activity lasts approximately 7-8 hours.
Participants requirements: minimum of 2 participants required to organize the trip. Maximum group size 8.
If the reservation will not reach the minimum number of participants the trip will be cancelled and the money returned.
Group size: 2-8
Highlights:
HELP BIRDS - Build a birdhouse and hang it in the forest
FOREST WALK - Enjoy the benefits of nature off the beaten path
WILDERNESS LUNCH - A three course lunch surrounded by nature
Build a simple wooden birdhouse out of recycled materials in our cozy workshop.
Birds need our help as the decline of old forests has reduced natural nesting cavities. By building a birdhouse, you provide birds with a shelter for living and raising their young. Bring your loved ones and have fun with easy handicrafts—all for a great cause. Your birdhouse will be featured on our Birdhouse Map for you to follow the positive impact of your efforts!
Hang your newly built birdhouse in the local forest.
Head into the local forest to explore the beauty of the bogs, the importance of old trees and the life of birds. This relaxed forest walk brings you the benefits of nature—it clears your mind and helps you reconnect with the natural world. Choose a tree and hang your birdhouse to support our flying friends for years to come!
Let us spoil you with the best of local wild food!
Relax around the fire while our professional chef prepares a three course wilderness lunch from local ingredients. This healthy wilderness lunch enriches your connection with nature by providing you with wild food from the surrounding forest as well as local ingredients.
Highlights of the day and trip information
Duration: 7-8 hours
Distance: 2-3 kilometers
Difficulty level: Easy
Group Size: 2-8 people
- Fun hands-on crafting for a good cause
- Learning about the forest and birds
- Benefits of reconnecting with nature
- Togetherness and good food around the fire
This is an all-inclusive day trip. It includes transportation, guiding, materials and lunch.
We invite you to unplug and be fully present—let nature be your screen for the day!
Contact for more information.
Email: welcome@wildout.fi
Phone or WhatsApp: +358 45 650 8380 or +358 40 585 3110
This experience is created by Wild Out. Explore our day trips further at www.wildout.fi.
What is included
- Professional wilderness guide services
- Professional wilderness chef services
- Transportation
- Birdhouse building materials
- Personal tag on our birdhouse map
- Three course lunch made on the open fire *
- In case of forest fire warning lunch will be prepared in a safe manner, without an open fire.
What is not included
- Outdoor clothing
- Water bottle
- Hiking shoes
Please note
Please follow the local weather forecast and dress accordingly. Remember that it's good to bring an extra layer/waterproof clothing in case of rain.
Good shoes for walking in the forest are waterproof hiking shoes. Comfortable gumboots are also an option.
Where is the meeting point
The meeting point for this experience is Wild Out workshop, Jäkäläniementie 30c, 93800 Kuusamo, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa, FI.
I will come to the meeting point by myself. The meeting time is 10:30 am. Address: Jäkäläniementie 30 C, 93800 KuusamoIf you come to the meeting point by bike, please contact us before making your payment. You will receive a 10% discount code!
Can I be picked up from my accommodation
Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.
You may also meet at the designated meeting point.
Any extra charge or meeting-point arrangement is stated in the pickup-location name when this information is available.
Hotel List
- Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki / Pick up at 9:00. Please come 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- I will come by bike. We will meet at the meeting point at 10:30.
- Sale Ruka / Pick up at 10:00. Please be 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- Scandic Rukahovi / Pick up at 9:50. Please come 10 minutes before departure. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- SKI-INN Hotels & Apartments RukaValley / Pick up at 9:30. Please come 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
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