Find A Forest On Your Phone

Forestry Commission England has launched a free iPhone app to help us find woodlands, download handy trail maps or learn about trees with an easy to use tree identifier.

Users of the app can apparently search for sites by event or activity, or find basic information such as opening times, things to do, directions and contact details for Forestry Commission forest parks.

Described as 'an educational and fun app' it includes a photo gallery, UK common tree identifier and unique computer generated tree illustrations. Users can identify a tree using its bark, seed or leaf within just a few clicks.

Visitors can also download pdf trail maps via GPS so that the app can still be used when exploring amongst the trees and out of phone signal range.

Find out more at www.forestry.gov.uk/mobileapp or download the app from iTunes - http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/forestxplorer/id428559042?mt=8