Greening the dust – the value of Pocket Forests to a Native American community
Healing Forest tells the story of an unprecedented collaboration between SUGi and the Yakama Nation community. Watch this short film, which brings the forest's remarkable growth and nourishing power to life.
Japan-style ‘tiny forests’ are taking root in British cities
This article in The Conversation (28 October 2024) describes how a growing movement using the Miyawaki forest method is bringing nature back to cities across the UK. This includes the creation of tiny forest outdoor classroom areas to be used by schoolchildren and local residents who can work on citizen [...]
Take Part in a Wee Forest Tree Survey in October
In October, Earthwatch invite you to visit a Tiny Forest near you to measure trees. Take part to understand how Tiny Forests (Wee Forests in Scotland) grow as part of the Tiny Forest Tree Survey.
The establishment and benefits of Miyawake forests in urban areas
The Tree Council share findings of their trials comparing 'traditional/standard' planting and the Miyawaki method in urban settings in the UK. It links to a report which is also on the Tree Council website, which details their methodology and results. Watch this inspiring video which explains the process and the [...]
Can primary schools in Dundee access and use their Wee Forests and green spaces?
This report is now published by NatureScot. This study was carried out by University of Dundee on behalf of NatureScot during January to March 2024. It explored the educative, health and wellbeing use and value of Wee Forest sites and additional local green spaces from the perspectives of primary school [...]
Join the Tiny (Wee) Forest wildlife count 18 – 26 May!
Earthwatch is calling on everyone to get involved and help track how their local Tiny Forest is supporting wildlife. Connect with nature, boost your wellbeing and discover the wildlife in your community. Find out more here.
Join the Tiny Forest Wildlife Count this May!
This May, Earthwatch encourage you to discover the tiny creatures living in your local Tiny Forest by joining the Tiny Forest Wildlife Count! In Scotland, you can do this in your nearest Wee Forest.
Outdoor Learning Hub at QMU: The Wee Forest and Howff
Watch this series of videos shared by Queen Margaret University (QMU) which tell the inspiring story of how the University outdoor spaces have been developed to support learning and nature. Pick up ideas to implement your own outdoor spaces, however small!
