Ikäheittely
Ikäheittely is a traditional Finnish game that involves throwing for distance and organizing competitors by age. The name combines "ikä" (age) and "heittely" (throwing), reflecting its social function as an age-based activity in community gatherings. The game has historically been played in rural areas and schoolyards, particularly during outdoor seasons, farm holidays, and local festivals. Variants exist across regions.
In play, participants throw a small object, such as a stone, beanbag, or wooden disc, from a
Historically, ikäheittely appeared in folklore collections and local chronicles as a social activity that promoted physical
The term and practice are primarily documented in Finnish language sources and reflect broader Nordic and