Mottimetsä – outdoor learning area

Welcome to Mottimetsä, the outdoor learning area of the Science Centre Pilke! The area consists of approximately 1,000 hectares of state-owned multiple use forest that offers a versatile learning environment for children, youths, school groups, and various activity groups.

The learning program in Mottimetsä introduces the group to the Finnish forest and the relationship between Finns and the forest. During the course of the day, You will learn about everything the forest has to offer people: the same forest produces timber, recreation and life’s basic requirements for humans and other species.

You learn from the forest by doing and through experiences. At the same time, You will learn about Finland’s everyman’s rights. Taking short treks You will pick natural products and examine the forest species according to the time of year. The program also includes fun exercises, games and sitting around the campfire. This experience-rich, three-hour forest visit is fun and full of surprises.

Duration: three hours, available in June-September
Group size: 10-25 persons
Language: English
Prices: 10-14 persons: 100 €/person
15-19 persons: 67 €/ person
20-25 persons: 50 €/ person

Price includes: Two inspirers from Pilke will prepare the activities in advance and hot drinks on a campfire. They also provide guidance for the group in English. The group is responsible for ensuring that each participant has the suitable outdoor clothing for the time of year and the terrain. Waterproof clothing should also be brought along, as Mottimetsä offers no shelter from the rain.

Location

Mottimetsä is located on the northern side of Lake Norvajärvi, 25 kilometres from the centre of Rovaniemi. Take into account that you are responsible for the transportation and it will take approximately 30 minutes each direction.

Bookings

Did you get excited about the possibilities of Mottimetsä? Do you have any questions? Fill out the booking form and we will contact you in 24hrs.