The village of Rukkoila was originally established due to fishing, and it still thrives in its current location. The fishing culture remains vibrant at Iloranta to this day. This can be observed at Iloranta’s dining tables, where fish continues to hold a significant place as food.
“Small Fishing Tales” is an effective educational program awarded by the Fisheries Association and MEK (Finnish Central Association for Recreational Fishing). It provides comprehensive instruction on fishing, navigating waters, and fishing equipment. The program includes guided fishing trips by boat. An autumn specialty is the crayfishing expedition. The winter program involves ice fishing, trap fishing, and night ice fishing for burbot on the ice of Lake Iso Roinevesi.