Learn how to survive in freezing Arctic temperatures during this educational and fun-filled Arctic survival workshop in Finnish Lapland!
Attention Arctic explorers and outdoor adventure lovers - if you're looking for a unique challenge on your next trip to Finnish Lapland (northern Finland), this Arctic Survival workshop in Pyhä led by an expert wilderness instructor is calling your name!
Finland's most northern region, Finnish Lapland, is renowned for its pristine wilderness and subarctic climate, including rugged fells (rounded mountains) and ancient forests. This area is made even more breathtaking during the winter months and is a premier travel destination for those seeking authentic Arctic experiences.
Do you think you have what it takes to be an Arctic explorer? With a 6-hour day or a 20-hour overnight Arctic Survival workshop to choose from, participants will embark upon an excursion to remember with the expertise of a seasoned wilderness instructor.
The 6-hour Arctic Survival Day workshop welcomes children ages 10 and up with a maximum capacity of 12 people. It includes a theoretical portion of Arctic nature and survival skills with a focus on contemporary and traditional techniques. In addition, you'll learn about the necessary gear and equipment to withstand freezing winter temperatures. After a light meal, you'll put on snowshoes and head out into the snow-covered landscapes of Finnish Lapland. Next, your instructor will show you how to build a 'quinzee' (a traditional snow shelter) by hollowing out a pile of snow before heading back to civilization.
The Overnight 20-hour Arctic Survival workshop welcomes participants ages 16 and up with a maximum capacity of 12 and has similar theoretical portions as the 6-hour option, including a delicious meal. But where it departs is that you'll spend the night in your own snow shelter (with sleeping bags and mats provided)! As you savour the sounds of silence in northern Finland, keep your eyes on the sky. This area is one of the best places to take in the incredible natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights (don't forget your camera)! For everyone's safety, the instructor will monitor the group throughout the night. The next morning, you'll wake up to hot drinks and a snack, triumphant with your memorable evening spent outdoors in Finnish Lapland!
Answer the call of the wild and book this unforgettable Arctic Survival workshop in Finnish Lapland from Pyhä today!