Research shows how trees absorb methane
This article in The Conversation (24 July 2024) describes a large-scale study which proves that trees absorb methane through their bark, with climate benefits at a global scale.
Playing it safe outdoors amid climate change
The Children and Nature Network latest bulletin has shared this report on a US study from Philadelphia Kids can spend more time outdoors when provided with shade (10 July 2024). Findings are equally pertinent to the UK and our hotter climate.
Register now for NHS Forest 2024-2025 trees (enquire if in Scotland)
NHS Forests have announced that expressions of interest are now open for three main offers: a variety of tree bundles ranging in size from 10 to 240 trees, including some species that are new for this year our woodland creation scheme for projects involving over 500 trees – this includes [...]
Nature connection Dutch style – a walking forest?
Would you like a breath of fresh air? Check out this amazing BOSK Youtube video of a ‘walking forest’ in the northern Dutch city of Leeuwarden. The event is also described in this article in The Guardian (4 August 2022).
Warning – High Fire Risk across Scotland!
OWL Scotland have sent out this alert ( 12 June 2023) to remind all teachers, outdoor practitioners and leaders to refrain from having fires during this period of high wildfire risk. This warning to be extended by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service . Even if you have extensive experience [...]
Clyde Climate Forest ‘Tree Count’ gets underway – have you made your trees count?
The Clyde Climate Forest (CCF) has this month launched its Annual Tree Count, with organisations and community groups encouraged to register trees planted since this time last year to contribute to this year’s grand total. In the past year alone, around 50,000 trees have been planted in urban areas by local schoolchildren [...]
Scotland’s Young People’s Forest project shortlisted for a national charity award!
Youthlink Scotland share some exciting news to share. Their Scotland’s Young People’s Forest project is a finalist in the Climate Conscious category for this year’s Scottish Charity Awards! The vision of Scotland's Young People's Forest is to create the first forest in Scotland that is co-designed, led and governed by young people.
Funding boost for Glasgow City Region’s Clyde Climate Forest
Good news that eight local councils across Glasgow City Region continue to support the Clyde Climate Forest (CCF). “The Clyde Climate Forest was launched in June 2021. Since then, the project has seen over 1.2 million trees planted areas across the region. Of these, around 50,000 trees have been planted [...]
