Mushroom picking trip on Thursday, September 18

Join APK on a mushroom picking trip to Maaria in Turku on Thursday, September 18! On the trip, we will try to find the most common edible mushrooms in the forest and learn how to identify them. The trip will begin with a meeting at the parking lot next to Myllyojansilta at 6 p.m. at Paimalantie 369, Turku. You can reach the starting point, for example by taking Föli bus 28, which departs from Kauppatori at 5:35 p.m. Please note that the buses run only once an hour.

The mushroom trip is free of charge, but you must be a member of APK to participate (instructions for joining: https://www.partiokilta.fi/en/join-us/). No registration is required for the excursion. For the trip, you will need a mushroom basket or bag, a small knife (preferably a mushroom knife), and water and snacks as needed. It is also a good idea to get a mushroom guide or app to help you to identify mushrooms. Waterproof shoes are recommended for the trip.

Please note that the trip is not a mushroom training course and everyone is responsible for the mushrooms they collect. However, the trip guides can assist you in identifying mushrooms. The guide’s dog will also be participating in the trip. If you have any questions about the mushroom trip, please contact hallitus@partiokilta.fi. See you on the trip!

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Hangout and camping at Kupittaa park on 13.9.

How does camping on the hustle and bustle of the city sound like?

Would you like to learn how to set up a tent and use a Trangia?

Come hang out at Kupittaa park and get to know APK and meet new and old APK members!

The evening will be spent in chill atmosphere and by spending time together. The event is free and open to everyone. There will be a possibility to cook food with trangias and practice putting up a tent. Simultaneously you will get to see the gear APK rents out.

We will gather at Kupitta park at 18 o’clock. You can come for a short visit during the evening or stay the whole night. For those who wish the event will continue until the next morning because there is an opportunity to camp in the park. There are limited number or tents, sleeping bags and mattresses and Trangias so please, bring your own if you have one. The gear will be borrowed at first come, first served policy.

APK will reserve something small to eat for those how have signed up for the event. Please, bring your own food if you would like to cook with a Trangia. Dress for the weather.

The sign up is open until 10th of September 23.59. Sign up here!

What to bring:

  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Cutlery (a mug, a plate, a fork/a spoon)
  • Seat cover
  • Tent (if you own one)
  • Trangia (if you own one)
  • For the once staying overnight a sleeping bag and a sleeping mattress
  • An outdoor game (optional)

We will follow the principles for safer space at the event. The event is substance-free.

❓ What: Hangout and camping
📅When: Sat 13th of September at 18 o’clock ->
📍Where: At Kupittaa park
🤨 Why: Camping can’t get any easier than this.

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Hiking club Jamboree in Helvetinjärvi national park on 2.-5.10.

Join the first-ever gathering of university hiking/scout clubs in Finland at Helvetinjärvi National Park! This autumn adventure kicks off at the Tampere bus station and takes participants on a long weekend getaway to one of Southern Finland’s quietest natural destinations. No schedule, no mandatory activities! Just the freedom to enjoy the autumn nature with your chosen group and preferred activities. Check out the official event invitation attached to this flyer and sign up starting July 1st!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X6S_Pmor1tKuTlxkvgFA8WxLvh7-3DTI/view?usp=sharing

TLDR:

WHAT: 3 day outdoor get-together

WHEN: Thu 2.10. – Sun 5.10.

WHERE: Helvetinjärvi national park

PRICE: 25€

HOW: Through forms, starting from 1.7. at 09.00 am

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebD8GUh2Tti3i1OpM8dTOYgY05UHnlW2GKJkZBP0sM9FpHdQ/viewform?usp=dialog

WHY: Escape the noise—connect, explore, and unwind with students in Finland’s wildest jamboree!

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APK goes kayaking on Wednesday, June 11th

Join APK for a relaxing kayaking trip on Wednesday, June 11th at 5 PM. We will kayak for about 2 hours and a maximum of 10 km. Along the way, you can spot birds and admire nature and the landscape of Turku from a different perspective. The direction of the route will be chosen based on wind conditions. The kayaking center can be reached by bus number 13, which departs from the Market Square stop C2 at 4:17 PM and arrives at the Ratsukonkatu stop at 4:33 PM. No prior kayaking experience is required, but swimming ability is essential. You can leave small valuable items into a safe deposit box at the kayaking center during the kayaking, while other items can be left in the changing room, which is not secured. After kayaking, those interested can head to the Ispoinen beach next to the kayaking center for an evening swim and snacks.

What: Kayaking
Where: Turku Rowing and Canoeing Centre, Rykmentintie 55, Turku
When: Wednesday, June 11, from 5 PM to 8 PM

The trip is for APK members only. The participation fee is 10 euros, which is to be paid at the time of registration. You can sign up here. Registration closes on Wednesday, June 4th. Registration is binding, and only those who have paid the participation fee by the registration deadline will be allowed to attend the trip. The trip is subject to weather conditions and will be canceled in case of strong winds or thunder. If the trip is canceled, participation fees will be refunded. APK does not insure participants for the trip.

Payment instructions:
Amount: 10 euros
Account holder: Akateeminen Partiokilta
IBAN: FI03 5711 1320 0039 96
BIC/SWIFT: OKOYFIHH
Reference number: 2406

Bring with you:

  • Comfortable clothes that can withstand sea water
  • A jacket that protects against wind and rain
  • Change of clothes and a towel (preferably in a waterproof bag)
  • Preferably shoes that can withstand sea water, or you can kayak without shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Sunglasses
  • A cap that stays well on your head
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Gloves can prevent blisters
  • Swimsuit if you want to go swimming
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Biking trip to Ekvalla Beach on Thursday, 5th June

It is again time for a biking trip with APK, and this time we are heading to Ekvalla beach on Thursday, 5th June!  We will go for a bike ride at a chill pace, then eat snacks on the beach while enjoying the view. We start the trip by meeting at the parking lot of Assarin Ullakko at 5 pm (next to the bike repair machine). The route is approximately 28 km long round trip, mostly consisting of cycle paths and some bits with gravel. The route has an easy difficulty. You can take a swimsuit and a towel with you if you want to swim during the snack break at the beach!
Route to the place can be checked here: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2257594098


TL; DR

What: Biking trip to Ekvalla Beach

Where: Parking lot of Assarin Ullakko, Rehtorinpellonkatu 4A

When: Thursday, 5th June at 5pm

Keep in mind:

  • It is highly recommended to pack snacks and fruits and remember to take a water bottle with you.
  • A bicycle helmet is mandatory equipment for every participant on the trip.
  • Check that your bike is in good condition before the trip and remember to pump up the tires before the trip.
  • You can participate in the trip with any kind of bicycle that you know you can ride both on asphalt as well as on gravel roads, on plains and hills. If you don’t have an own bike, you can use a Fölläri bike for example!
  • Dress according to the weather in clothes that are comfortable for cycling. It can be good to take an extra jacket for the snack break.
  • If you have forgotten the traffic rules for cyclists, it is a good idea to review them before the trip. Available here: https://www.liikenneturva.fi/en/road-safety/cycling/.
  • Be ready for any kind of weather when cycling.

The trip is free, but to participate you must have paid the APK membership fee for the academic year 2024-2025. There is no registration form for the trip. In case of heavy rain, the bike trip will be moved to another day.

Participating in the trip is at your own risk, APK does not insure its members.

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Biking trip to Ruissalo on Thursday, 15th May

Join us for an afternoon/evening biking trip to Ruissalo Island with APK on Thursday May 15th!  We will go for a ride at a chill pace, then eat snacks on Saaronniemi Beach while enjoying the view. We start the trip by meeting at the parking lot of Assarin Ullakko at 5pm. The route is approximately 30 km long round trip, mostly consisting of cycle paths and some bits with gravel. The route has an easy/medium difficulty. You can take a swimsuit and a towel with you if you want to swim during the snack break at the beach!

What: Biking trip
Where: parking lot of Assarin Ullakko, Rehtorinpellonkatu 4A
When: Thursday, May 15th at 5pm

Keep in mind:

  • It is highly recommended to pack snacks and fruits, and remember to take a water bottle with you.
  • A bicycle helmet is mandatory equipment for every participant on the trip.
  • Check that your bike is in good condition before the trip and remember to pump up the tires before the trip.
  • You can participate in the trip with any kind of bicycle that you know you can ride both on asphalt as well as on gravel roads, on plains and hills. A city bike without gears or a road bike with thin tires is not recommended.
  • Dress according to the weather in clothes that are comfortable for cycling. It can be good to take an extra jacket for the snack break.
  • If you have forgotten the traffic rules for cyclists, it is a good idea to review them before the trip. Available here: https://www.liikenneturva.fi/en/road-safety/cycling/.
  • Be ready for any kind of weather when cycling.

The trip is free, but to participate you must have paid the APK membership fee for the academic year 2024-2025. There is no registration form for the trip. In case of heavy rain, the bike trip will be moved to another day.

Participating in the trip is at your own risk, APK does not insure its members.

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Archipelago trip to Berghamn 23.-25.5.

Do you want to get into the peace of nature and chill by the sea? And are you interested in the beautiful landscapes of the outer archipelago, where you won’t encounter many other hikers? Then this trip is for you!

To whom: members of Academic scout guild and Hydepakki
Location: Berghamn, Turku outer archipelago
Price: The bus costs students approx. 6e/way (non students approx. 12e/one way) The ferry is free. Food is self-paid.

Schedule:

  • Departure: Friday, May 23rd from Turku bus station, platform no. 3, at 16.10. Bus no. 903M. Arrival at Pärnäinen ferry port at 18.00. The ferry to Berghamn departs at 18.15 and arrives in Berghamn at approximately 19.15.
  • Return: Sunday, May 25th, the ferry from Berghamn departs at approximately 15-16 and arrives in Pärnäinen harbour at 17.00. The bus from the harbour to Turku departs at 18.20, arriving at Turku bus station at 20.15.

Academic scout guild and Hydepakki are arranging a two-night trip to Berghamn Island in the Turku outer archipelago on 23-25.5.2025. We will spend both nights by the sea in tents or hammocks. The island is quite small, but during the day we can walk around the island and visit the Fisherman’s Farm Museum and the old fort. There will also be time for relaxation and spending time together. 

Meals are arranged so that we divide the participants into cooking groups of 2-4 people. The groups plan, buy and cook the food together. We will announce the cooking groups in the Whatsapp group of the trip. If you want to cook only for yourself you need to have your own cooker. APK has trangias to lend to the cooking groups and also other hiking equipment to borrow for the trip. Please note that if you need to borrow a tent, there is probably not enough for everyone to borrow their own tent. If there are more people who need to borrow equipment than we have equipment, we will distribute them in the order of registration. Hiking equipment must be picked up from Halinen one night between 20.-22.5. The exact date and address will be announced later. Hiking equipment can also be rented from Scandinavian Outdoor and Partioaitta.

The trip departs from Turku bus station, platform no. 3, on Friday at 16.10 on bus number 903M. Please arrive on time at the departure point. The bus arrives at the Pärnäinen ferry port at 18.00, from where it is a short walk to the ferry. The ferry has indoor facilities, toilets and a small café. You can also arrive by car/ride if you prefer. In that case, we will meet at Saaristotie 5861, 21670 Pärnäinen at 18.00. The ferry departs at 18.15 and arrives in Berghamn at approximately 19.15. The walking distance to the camping site is approximately 1 km. On Sunday, the ferry from Berghamn to Pärnäinen departs at 15-16 and arrives at the ferry port at 17.00. The bus to Turku from next to the port departs at 18.20 and arrives at the bus station at 20.15.

The trip will be accompanied by a harassment contact person(s).

If you are not yet a member but want to join the trip, you can sign up as a member and pay the membership fee before the trip:

Join us | Akateeminen partiokilta

Jäsenyys – Hydepakki

Register here for the trip at the latest on Fri 16th May!

More info

There are outside toilets, a fireplace and a water tap at the island. The quality of the water from the tap has not been tested, but we have a water filter with us that everyone may use. There is also a little shop on the island where they sell bottled water. As a heads up, there are venomous snakes and ticks on the island. Nothing to be too scared about, but it’s good to wear long trousers and socks and closed-toe shoes. In the evenings it’s good to check your body if you have ticks.

Packing list

  • Backpack + rain cover for backpack or dry bags for your belongings inside the backpack 
  • Your retkipassi (trip/trekking pass), if you have one. If you do not already have one, you can ask the organizers for one on the trip.
  • Warm and weatherproof clothing and a change of clothes. We recommend long trousers and socks to take with you due to ticks.
  • Plate, fork, knife and mug 
  • Water bottle filled. There is a water point on the island where you can refill your water later.
  • Sitting pad
  • Knife in sheath and sausage stick if you have one at home
  • Matches
  • A sleeping pad, you can also ask APK to lend you a pad.
  • Sleeping bag, you can also ask APK for a sleeping bag to borrow.
  • Tent or hammock for overnighting. You can also ask the APK for a tent to borrow.
  • Towel and swimsuit
  • Lighter shoes e.g. crocs (if you want)
  • A few plastic bags for rubbish and wet things
  • Your own snacks, if you want
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste and other personal hygiene items (remember any medication). In sunny weather, sunscreen may be useful to have with you.
  • Toilet paper
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • A power bank in case you need to charge your phone during the trip.
  • If you wish, you can bring playing cards, a book or something else to do.

If you have any questions about the excursion, please feel free to contact us.

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Actives’ evening 8.5.

APK will organize an actives’ evening in student village east club room (address: Yo-kylä 50 A 7) on Thursday 8.5. at 17:00-20:00. The purpose of the actives’ evening is to brainstorm and plan future events. After the event planning we can play board games. There will be some snacks or food (vegan).

What: Actives’ evening
Where: Yo-kylä 50 A 7, club room
When: Thursday May 8th, from 5 pm onwards

If you have any wishes or questions for this event (or food allergies), you can send email to hallitus@partiokilta.fi.

Welcome!

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May day punch on April 30th

Come and meet people from APK, enjoy homemade sima and pick up a new trip pass that entitles you to a silver patch if your bronze pass is already full! We will be there from 10 a.m., remember to bring your own mug! In previous years, the sima has run out in as little as an hour, so be there on time!

What: May Day Punch-event
Where: University Hill
When: Wednesday April 30th at 10 am

More abouts TYYlish May Day and the punch map (APK at n. 4):

https://www.tyy.fi/en/styylishmaydayeve2025

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APK trip to Katariinanlaakso and Vaarniemi 12th April

Join us for a spring hike on APK’s April trip on Saturday 12.4. We’ll head to the oak groves of Katariinanlaakso and Vaarniemi, where the cliffs and observation tower offer a fun view to Rauvolanlahti. There may also be a chance to see wetland birds, which you can try to spot from the bird towers along the way. If you are interested about birdwatching, you can also take binoculars with you and download for example the Merlin phone app that helps you to identify different species of birds.

Where: Katariinanlaakso parking lot, Sigridinpolku 5
When: 12th April at 12:00

We will start the trip at 12:00 from the Katariinanlaakso parking lot (Sigridinpolku 5), which can be reached by Föli bus 9, leaving from Kauppatori (A7) at 11.40 am. APK will provide participants with a small picnic lunch, which we will stop for at Vaarniemi. Please bring your own water bottle, mug and extra snacks if you wish. There is no weather reservation for the trip, so please dress appropriately and choose water and mud-proof shoes for the hike.

The trip is free for APK members, for others the fee is €5. The participation fee can be paid to the account of Akateeminen partiokilta FI03 5711 1320 0039 96 using the reference number 2396. Registration for the trip is binding and cancelling the registration should be notified as soon as possible by sending an email to hallitus@partiokilta.fi.

Link for the registration: https://forms.office.com/e/adHCSfTiC8?lang=en-GB

Please sign up on Thursday, April 10th at the latest.  

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