Wild Brown Bear Centre, near Vartius, Kainuu, Finland

The Wild Brown Bear Centre is located in the wilderness taiga forest area near Vartius close to the Finland-Russia border.
During May, June, July and August, 22 photography and observation hides can be occupied between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. The hides are approached by about a half mile walk through the forest from the main lodge and they each accommodate 2 to 3 people. They are situated in a small open wetland area, near a small pond and inside a pine forest clearing.
Please see my trip report for further information.
Date: 23rd May 2016
Location: Wild Brown Bear Centre, near Vartius, Kainuu, Finland
During May, June, July and August, 22 photography and observation hides can be occupied between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. The hides are approached by about a half mile walk through the forest from the main lodge and they each accommodate 2 to 3 people. They are situated in a small open wetland area, near a small pond and inside a pine forest clearing.
Please see my trip report for further information.
Date: 23rd May 2016
Location: Wild Brown Bear Centre, near Vartius, Kainuu, Finland
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