Women Innovators in Finland - Farming Fact Sheet #012

Isokenkäisten Klubi is a family-run wilderness lodge and wild food kitchen in Särkilömaa, Kuusamo, Finland, run by sisters Sirpa Kämäräinen and Katja Vira since 2004. Specializing in locally sourced wild food dishes, a seven-star smoke sauna, and nature-based experiences, the business emphasizes sustainability, traditional values, and a homely atmosphere. Certified by Sustainable Travel Finland and Green Key, it supports local agriculture, seasonal employment, and regional collaboration through the Wild Food Kuusamo Lapland brand. The lodge attracts predominantly international visitors and serves as a model of rural innovation and environmental stewardship.