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November Whispers Softly – Nature’s Own Moment of Rest

In November, nature slows down.
The leaves have fallen, the colors have softened, and the forest takes a deep breath. There is a special kind of beauty in this stillness.
Nature doesn’t fear the quiet – it knows that rest is part of the cycle of life.

Maybe we, too, can learn from that.
To pause for a moment, to stop doing, and simply be.
To listen to the wind moving through the treetops and watch the rain drawing small circles on the surface of a lake.

In Hossa and Kylmäluoma, November feels deeper.
The trails are calm, the air is crisp, and the fire at the shelter burns with a gentle warmth. When the rush of daily life fades, you start to hear your own thoughts more clearly.

This November, try to:

Walk in the forest with no set goal. See how nature rests – and maybe you can, too.
Light a fire and sit for a while. Listen to the crackling flames and feel the warmth in your hands.
Bring a warm drink outdoors. Coffee, tea, or cocoa tastes best in fresh air.
Create something slowly. Knit, write, or take a photo – a quiet thank-you to this moment.
Let nature set your pace. Rest when you need to. Move when it feels right.

November doesn’t ask anything from us.
It gives us permission to simply exist – to be part of the landscape without hurry, without demands.

Every season has something unique to offer.
Summer brings light, autumn brings color, and winter brings silence. November gives us rest – and a chance to reconnect with what truly matters: nature, and ourselves.

📍 Come to Hossa or Kylmäluoma and listen to what nature wants to tell you this season.
You might find the peace you didn’t know you were looking for.Every season has something unique to offer.
Summer brings light, autumn brings color, and winter brings silence. November gives us rest – and a chance to reconnect with what truly matters: nature, and ourselves.

📍 Come to Hossa or Kylmäluoma and listen to what nature wants to tell you this season.
You might find the peace you didn’t know you were looking for.

Entrepreneurs of the Year 2025 in Suomussalmi – Heartfelt work in Hossa and Kylmäluoma

Experience KL Oy, the company operating Hossa Visitor Centre and Kylmäluoma Outdoor Centre, has been awarded as the Entrepreneurs of the Year 2025 in Suomussalmi.

Behind the company are Timo and Darja Korhonen, who manage the operations in Hossa, and Jari and Taina Olkkola, who run the Kylmäluoma Outdoor Centre in Taivalkoski.

– We are truly grateful and happy to receive this recognition – the Entrepreneur of the Year award in Suomussalmi, say Timo and Darja.

Working for nature, visitors and regional vitality

Experience KL Oy operates at the intersection of nature and tourism. The company offers accommodation, meals, equipment rentals and guided tours – both in Hossa and Kylmäluoma.

– We work with heart and dedication to keep Hossa and Kylmäluoma vibrant, welcoming and continuously developing nature destinations, say Darja and Timo.

After receiving the award, the entrepreneurs emphasized their commitment to continuous improvement.

– We want to keep developing Hossa and its services – and at the same time strengthen the appeal of tourism throughout Suomussalmi and the Kainuu–Koillismaa region. Cooperation with local businesses is important to us, and together we keep growing every day.

Collaboration makes the difference

Experience KL Oy values cooperation with local entrepreneurs and service providers. Food ingredients are sourced locally whenever possible, and many practical services are carried out together with other regional partners.

– Thank you to all our visitors, new explorers and long-time friends – you made this award possible for us, say Timo and Darja with gratitude.

Welcome to Hossa and Kylmäluoma!

Both Hossa and Kylmäluoma invite visitors year-round to enjoy pure nature, high-quality services and a warm entrepreneurial spirit.

Camping and cabin holidays all year round in Kylmäluoma and Hossa

Here, every season has its charm – from peaceful winter days to bright summer nights. Enjoy warm saunas, beautiful forest scenery, and the quiet atmosphere of Finland’s pure nature.

📍 Kylmäluoma Outdoor Centre
Pajuluomantie 20, 93540 Tyrövaara
📞 +358 40 500 3476

When you arrive at the Kylmäluoma gate, simply call the number above for guidance on how to access the area. The restaurant and reception are closed during the off-season, but our staff is available by phone every day of the year.

🏕 Hossa’s Karhunkainalo camping area has been closed slightly earlier than planned this autumn due to a technical issue with the water circulation system. Normally, the area closes in mid-October, so this only brings a few days’ difference.

🛖 Cabins in both Kylmäluoma and Hossa are available for rent all year round.
Spend Christmas or New Year surrounded by snow-covered forests, the warmth of a fireplace, and the peaceful silence of nature. Whether you’re looking for a quiet retreat or an active outdoor holiday, Hossa and Kylmäluoma offer the perfect setting.

✨ Welcome to enjoy Finland’s nature – in every season.

The Nature Centre quiets down – Hossa welcomes visitors all year round

The Nature Centre will close for the winter break starting Thursday as our team takes a short rest.
Although the doors are closed, Hossa stays alive – maintenance work continues, and preparations for the upcoming winter season are already underway.

If you pass by and see lights inside, feel free to step in – coffee is always available, and you might find us working on site. ☕

Hiking continues through the winter

You can explore Hossa’s trails all year round. When the frost arrives and snow covers the paths, the trails turn into peaceful winter routes.
There are plenty of opportunities for cross-country skiing, multi-use trail adventures, snowshoeing and even visiting the Värikallio rock paintings in winter.

Trails are maintained throughout the snowy months, and when the spring sun starts to shine, Hossa’s forests glow with a calm and bright energy.
During icy periods, please take care on cliffs and paths – once the snow settles properly, the routes become safe and enjoyable again.

From November calm to the winter travel season

November is a peaceful time in Hossa, but after Christmas the international travel season begins.
Each week brings new visitors to the cabins, and there are still some accommodations available for the winter months.
At the beginning of the new year, the Nature Centre will be open on several days as we prepare meals for visiting groups.

📞 Give us a call to check opening days and find out which services best suit your own travel plans.

Accommodation and group services

You can always contact the Hossa Nature Centre for information about accommodation, group meals, guided tours and breakfast basket deliveries to cabins.
Let us help you plan the perfect stay – whether you’re travelling solo, with family or as part of a group.

Autumn in Hossa – hiking and biking before the snow

Autumn lingers in Hossa’s forests. The crisp air, the last shades of ruska and the quiet trails invite you to slow down before the first snow. Here, there’s time – to walk, to breathe, to listen.

Well-marked trails lead through forests and along lake shores. You can choose your own pace – hiking, biking or both. And when the snow arrives, it doesn’t stop you from moving. In Hossa, the trails stay open throughout the winter – last season, fatbikers enjoyed stunning snowy routes and peaceful landscapes all season long.

Trails and destinations

Find updated maps, route descriptions and tips for planning your adventure at Luontoon.fi/Hossa
The area offers plenty of campfire sites, rest spots, fishing lakes, clear streams and serene forest stretches. Each trail has its own atmosphere – and always a perfect place to pause.

Stay right next to the National Park

After a day outdoors, rest comfortably at Hossa’s Karhunkainalo accommodation.
Our cabins and camping area are located right beside Hossa National Park, at the starting points of many trails and next to excellent fishing lakes.
Wake up to the sounds of nature and step straight onto the path from your doorstep.

Book your cabin or campsite easily on our website.
📸 Photos: Filved Oy

On the Nature Trail with Children – Adventure, Snacks and Discoveries in Hossa

Hossa National Park is the perfect place for small and big outdoor adventures. Gentle forest paths, clear lakes, and the peaceful atmosphere of nature make it easy to spend time outdoors – even for just a few hours.

The Huosilampi Nature Trail is a family favorite. It’s short, easy to follow, and full of things to explore for all ages. Along the way, you can admire old pines, study the shapes of the forest, and follow the playful new pinecone signs guiding the way.

Children especially enjoy spotting the next sign, counting pinecones, and listening to the sounds of nature. The highlight of the hike is the Huosilampi campfire site, where you can rest, have a snack, and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa together.

“I liked that the trail markers had been renewed – Emppu was so excited about them!” says Darja, who visited Hossa with her family.

The nature trails of Hossa invite you to slow down, move together, and enjoy being outdoors. For children it’s an adventure – for adults, a peaceful moment in the forest.

Tip: Pack a small backpack, snacks, and a thermos of cocoa. Take your time – there’s no hurry on the trails of Hossa.

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Improvements at the Karhunkainalo Campsite

A new chemical toilet disposal point is being built at the Karhunkainalo campsite in Hossa. The disposal point will be located next to the service building, further improving the facilities for caravan travellers and campers.

Construction work will begin on Monday, October 6th, and is expected to continue for a few weeks. During this time, there may be minor temporary inconvenience in the yard area of the service building, but both the building and the campsite will remain fully operational throughout the project.

The goal of the upgrade is to improve the campsite’s functionality and increase comfort for all visitors.

Ahveninen Wilderness Hut – Embraced by Silence and Nature

By the lakeside, in the midst of Kylmäluoma’s rugged landscapes, stands a log-built hut where time itself seems to pause.

The nearest neighbor is far away, and the rush of everyday life never reaches here.

Only the surface of the lake sparkles in the sun, and the forest hums in the background. Fallen trees from the Paula storm remind visitors of the immense power of nature, but also of its strength and resilience.

Inside the cabin, everything is simple and calm. One room with a wide lofted sleeping platform – mattresses and blankets ready for rest. As evening falls, warmth spreads from the wood stove, and light comes only from candles. Water is carried from the lake, meals are prepared on the stove, the gas hob, or by the glow of an open fire, and the day ends with a sauna a short walk away. The water pot starts to bubble, the stove radiates heat, and the cool embrace of the lake soon calls you in.

Here, everyday routines turn into simple rituals. Brewing morning coffee becomes a moment to focus on in a way that never happens at home. After the sauna, you can sit on the porch steps, watch the sun sink behind the lake, and feel the day slowly fade into evening. Nature is present in every moment – it is easy to fall into its rhythm.

Ahveninen is a wilderness hut without electricity or running water, but it offers so much more: peace, space to breathe, and the chance to be truly far away from it all.

Photos: 25.9.2025

Hossa’s Weekend of Gentleness – A Retreat for Women at Jatkonsalmi

At the end of October, the peaceful silence of Hossa National Park invites women to pause and breathe. Heta Keränen and Anna Latvakoski are hosting the Hossa’s Gentleness Retreat on 24–26 October 2025 at the Jatkonsalmi wilderness lodge. The weekend combines the tranquility of nature, poetry, gentleness and togetherness – offering participants the chance to slow down from everyday life.

Heta Keränen – gentle presence for yourself

From Suomussalmi, Heta Keränen is the founder of Pohjoisen Lempeys, a community and youth worker as well as a creative writing instructor. She found her way to retreat work through her studies in bibliotherapy, during which she met Anna.

“Mental wellbeing is extremely important, and I hope to bring gratitude, love and forgiveness towards oneself into participants’ lives – and a more peaceful mind,” Heta says.

Her long-time dream has been to organize a weekend of gentle practices, nature, and community. Cooperation with Hossa Nature Centre made it possible to realize the idea at Jatkonsalmi, where she has also previously led a wellness program for staff.

“Jatkonsalmi lodge is in a beautiful and peaceful location in Hossa. The landscape soothes both mind and eye, and in the quiet soundscape the soul finds rest,” Heta adds.

Anna Latvakoski – connecting with nature and gratitude

Anna Latvakoski, entrepreneur behind Sielun Kaiku from Kemijärvi, has previous experience organizing retreats in Kemijärvi, Oulu, and soon Savukoski.

“A retreat is a moment of shared experience, where one can take a break and forget everyday worries. I want to offer people these moments in the best way I can,” Anna explains.

This is Anna’s first retreat in Hossa, but she trusts Heta’s choice of Jatkonsalmi as the perfect setting.

“The rugged peace of Hossa – stored in its majestic cliffs, steady flowing waters, and the balancing hum of the forest – gives us the perfect setting to rest and care for ourselves.”

What does the weekend include?

The program consists of gentle practices: forest bathing, sound bowl relaxation, gratitude writing, and moments of poetry. In the evenings the lakeside sauna will be heated, and the bravest can dip into the water by lantern light.

According to both Heta and Anna, the essence of the retreat lies in the silence and the calm pace of nature. Each participant can join the activities according to their own energy – with plenty of space left for private reflection.

“I hope participants will take home concrete tools for improving their wellbeing,” Heta says.
“And that they will discover peace, relaxation, and gratitude for their lives,” Anna adds.

The heart of the retreat

When asked to describe the retreat in three words, Heta answers:
– Gentle presence for yourself.
Anna sums it up as:
– Peace, relaxation, gratitude.

📅 Hossa’s Gentleness Retreat 24–26 October 2025
📍 Jatkonsalmi Wilderness Lodge, Hossa, Suomussalmi, Finland
💶 Early bird price €289 (until 30 Sept), after that €329
📩 Registration closes 15 Oct – maximum 15 participants

More information & registration:
Heta Keränen, +358 40 651 5616, pohjoisenlempeys @ outlook.com
Anna Latvakoski, +358 400 254 207, sielunkaiku @ gmail.com