Explore the profession of a forest researcher and the wonderful world of trees with a real PhD. Take the chance to walk in the shoes of a scientist!

The tour introduces the profession of a forest researcher and the wonderful world of trees. Guests learn about how trees remember, communicate, and network, how they water and defend themselves – and cooperate with fungi. Other topics of interest include forest types and tree measuring and age determination.

The tour guide is an accomplished PhD and guests are free to ask them about their work as a researcher and the required education. The tour is primarily intended for schoolchildren, but adults are also welcome.

• Destination

  Lakeland

• Country

  Finland

• Type of experience

  Nature

• Best time to visit

  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Kuopio Railway Station
  • Joensuu Airport
  • Kuopio Airport