Wildlife, forest paths, and tall trees
ABOUT US
Care, protect, and educate
In solidarity with ecologists, naturalists and the Helsinki City Museum, now and for future generations, I have a commitment to care for and educate about the wildlife, forest paths and tall trees.
In the forests of Helsinki are many archaeological artefacts and structures. I will show them to you, and you can take pictures of them as I explain what they are and who built them, however they are under heritage protection.
THE GUIDE
Phillip Clifford​
Native English speaker
(American and Canadian accents)​
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Environmentalist since 1980
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Canadian Department of National Defence: 1986-89
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Social anthropologist and historian since 1994
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Communications consultant since 1999
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Military anthropologist since 2008
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​Ethnocynologist since 2021
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Cooperating with the Helsinki City Museum and the Finnish Heritage Agency since 2024
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Professional Tour Guide since 2024
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Founder of the Viapori Land Fortifications Association since 2024
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Commendations:
United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus Medal: 1988
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Bronze Medallion for Academic Excellence in Social Anthropology: 1994
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Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal: 2000
"When I was ten years old, I began exploring the forest outside my back door in backwoods Canada. These were solo explorations, from dawn to dusk, watching the migration of wildlife, the changing seasons on foot, skis and snowshoes.
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When I moved to Finland, I soon discovered that the forests around my house were filled with animals, archaeological artefacts and ruins, rewilding efforts, and quiet spots filled with tall trees that were easily accessible with the right guidance."