Small game hunting area

2616 Herankaira

Herankaira is the easternmost permit area in the Rovaniemi region (Yläkemijoki). The area includes the former Kivalot and Kaihuavaara areas of the Finnish Forest Research Institute. Avoid hunting in the vicinity of Auttiköngäs during the camping season. 

Reindeer husbandry practiced in the area should be taken into account, especially when hunting with a dog. Practical instructions can be found on this page under “Keep in mind in this area”

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Basic details of the area

Municipality: Rovaniemi
Region: Lappi
Area (in hectares): 35790
Reindeer herding area: Yes
Day permits for the area: Grouse permit, waterfowl and hare permit
Seasonal permits for the area: Bowhunter's waterfowl and hare permit, small predator permit, waterfowl and hare permit, waterfowl and hare permit for the late season
Our recommendations: Grouse, waterfowl
Restrictions: Check the restrictions carefully in the permit terms.

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Keep in mind in this area

Avoid hunting in the vicinity of Auttiköngäs during the camping season. 

Reindeer herding

Always make sure you are not disturbing the reindeer herding. Reindeer and reindeer herding need to be taken into account especially when hunting with a dog. Please read the instructions on page Hunting in Northern Finland before your hunting trip.