jari valvio

Born and raised in Finnish Lapland. 

In winter, I spend most of my time on snow. While I enjoy the groomed slopes, I prefer day trips in the backcountry — exploring untouched terrain safely. Learn more at lumiturvallisuuskeskus.fi

In summer, I spend much of my time in the Finnish Archipelago. As a coast guard, I get to work at sea and navigate its waters as part of my profession. On my free time, I sail with my own boat — a slower, quieter way to enjoy the archipelago and live close to nature.

Professional Background

• Sailing Instructor and Coastal Skipper

• International Operator of Pleasure Crafts (GT <500) and Charter Boats

• CAA Avalanche Operations ITP Level 2 - avalancheassociation.ca

• Snowsafety Instructor, Finnish Avalanche Education - lumivyory.fi

• Svelav AvSAR Workshop, Avalanche Search and Rescue Advanced skills - svelav.se

• Svelav Pro 2 (Avalanche Technician), Sveriges Lavinutbildningar - svelav.se

• ISIA Snowsports Instructor (not active) - hiihdonopettajat.fi

• Ski Patrol training, Modules 1 and 2 - ski.fi

• Coast Guard

• Vocational Qualification in Youth and Community Work

• IDSA LEVEL 3: Surface Supplied Offshore Air Diver

• PADI MSDT Diving Instructor (not active)

• First Aid: WMA WFA, WAFA. SPR EA2 (Finnish Red Cross). DAN Oxygen First Aid Provider, DAN On-Site Neurological Assessment Provider. STCW Proficiency in Medical Care on Board Ship.