Social Program

The Welcome Reception will take place on the 17th of August at 6 PM. The reception is hosted jointly with the City of Espoo, which will warmly welcome IRMMW-THz conference participants. 

The Conference Dinner will take place on the 20th of August at 6:30 PM

Location: Dipoli

Explore Finnish Nature and Culture: Conference Social Program Options in HALTIA (Friday august 22)

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OPTION 1

Nuuksio Reindeer Park Adventure (99,32 EUR)

  • Private Visit to Nuuksio Reindeer Park: Enjoy A private visit including reindeer feeding, campfire coffee and a cinnamon bun (1h)

  • Guided Trek to Haltia: A short, scenic 30-minute walk through the forest to Haltia, Finland’s Nature Centre.

  • Self-guided Visit in Haltia’s Exhibitions: Explore interactive exhibits that showcase Finland’s rich natural heritage.

  • Traditional Sami Campfire Experience: Savor hot dogs and pancakes cooked over an open fire in a traditional Sami tepee.

OPTION 2

Wild Foraging and Fireside Lunch (101,5 EUR)

  • Guided Berry or Wild Herb Picking: Embark on a relaxing and educational 1-2 hour walk through the forest as you forage for wild berries or herbs.

  • Fireside Lunch in a Traditional Sami Tepee* (*one menu per group): Enjoy a delicious one-course meal cooked over a fire. Choose starter or main course or dessert:

Starters: Pasta salad with strawberry, salmon-feta-red onion Flatbread, garlic-serrano ham bread with honeydew melon, or avocado bruschetta.
Main Courses: Delicious Chicken Paella with garlic bread, Meatball pan with tomatoes, Whitefish fried in butter with herb potatoes and
lemon cream vinaigrette, Pasta with feta cheese and spinach, served with
garlic bread, or creamy salmon soup Archipelago style with Country
rye bread (highly recommended!)
Desserts: Finnish berries with caramel, campfire pancakes with dandelion syrup, traditional pancakes with raspberry jam and vanilla ice cream, or blueberry pie with vanilla sauce.

OPTION 3

Nature Trek and Bonfire Pancake Academy (90,5 EUR)

  • Guided Trek in the Woods: Immerse yourself in Finland’s forests with a guided 1-2 hour trek, offering breathtaking views and insights into local nature.

  • Bonfire Pancake Academy: After your trek, gather around the bonfire and learn how to make delicious Finnish pancakes. (1-2 hours)