During the breeding season it is easy to hear and spot an osprey from the board-walks of Simonsaari.

As a result of long-term conservation efforts, the osprey has been reclassified from endangered to a species of least concern. You can find more information about osprey conservation and research on the Osprey Foundation's website (saaksisaatio.fi).

47:T44a,It is important that you get as much information as possible about your hiking destination in advance and prepare for your trip thoroughly. Knowing your route and sticking to it and knowing what[ the weather and warnings in effect (ilmatieteenlaitos.fi)](https://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/) has in store, will help make your trip a success. * Choice of shoes should depend on both weather and the terrain. * Water bottle and packed meals are needed, because there are no shops or cafes. * Dress for hiking in colorful clothes and according to the weather. Drinking water is good to have along. * Make sure you pack a first-aid kit. If you face an emergency on your hike, e.g. get lost, get injured or observe wildfire, call 112 and report an emergency. More information on how to act in an emergency. * Mobile telephones work quite well in Valkmusa National Park, except in some areas in the park where cliffs or forest block signals. Read more about mobile phone coverage (112.fi). * Hiking in Finland * What to Pack * Safety * How to Hike Without Leaving a Trace * Outdoor etiquette48:T49d,

It is important that you get as much information as possible about your hiking destination in advance and prepare for your trip thoroughly. Knowing your route and sticking to it and knowing what the weather and warnings in effect (ilmatieteenlaitos.fi) has in store, will help make your trip a success.

Choice of shoes should depend on both weather and the terrain.
Water bottle and packed meals are needed, because

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