Scotland Celebrates Its Woodlands In 2011
The United Nations has declared 2011 as the International Year of Forests, to help raise awareness on sustainable management, conservation and sustainable development of all types of forests.
Forests, trees and woodlands provide Scotland with a wide range of benefits such as providing a home for rare biodiversity, creating jobs in rural areas, and recreation and tourism opportunities.
Forestry Commission Scotland is leading on Scotland’s response to the year.
Environment and Climate Change Minister, Roseanna Cunningham, said:
“A range of events, exhibitions, displays, guided walks and other celebrations are planned for the year. Highlights include fungi foraging, wildlife spotting, and cooking rolls in an iron age oven!"
For more information on what’s on check out www.forestry.gov.uk/IYFscotland2011 or www.facebook.com/internationalyearofforestsinscotland
Forestry Commission Scotland is leading on Scotland’s response to the year.
Environment and Climate Change Minister, Roseanna Cunningham, said:
“A range of events, exhibitions, displays, guided walks and other celebrations are planned for the year. Highlights include fungi foraging, wildlife spotting, and cooking rolls in an iron age oven!"
For more information on what’s on check out www.forestry.gov.uk/IYFscotland2011 or www.facebook.com/internationalyearofforestsinscotland
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