The Woodland Trust – Free Tree Packs
The Woodland Trust want to make sure everybody in the UK has the chance to plant a tree. So, they’re giving away hundreds of thousands of trees to schools, youth and community groups. Applications are now open for tree packs to be delivered in November. Applications will close on 28th August [...]
greenspace scotland e bulletin May 2025 out now
Packed with news, events and funding – find all bulletins here. News includes Major urban forestry projects announced by Future Woodlands Scotland, which includes urban schools in Scotland. Scottish projects includes Polkemmet Country Park Bug Towers in West Lothian – great for insects and encouraging children’s natural play!
Connecting with trees
Here is a Finding Nature post From Access to Celebration: Building Our Bond with Nature (30 January 2025) to enjoy. It shares a graphic that celebrates our connections with trees – their benefits, governance and how people value them.
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 [...]
