2023 has been a year of tremendous impact for us at The Future Forest Company! Together with our partners, we have made remarkable strides in conserving nature and contributing to the fight against climate change through our woodland creation, peatland restoration, nature conservation and nature-based carbon projects. 1,000,000 trees in the ground! This past year, … Continued
Pine martens are notoriously difficult to spot, which is why we were delighted to capture this image of one on our Dumyat site in central Scotland over Christmas! We set up a camera beside an animal trail near the main pond on the site for almost a month, and fully expected to get roe deer, … Continued
Animal tracks through a snowy forest are a lovely thing to see in winter, but you don’t need to wait for snow to go tracking. Footprints can be left in patches of mud after rainfall, or on sandy ground. Next time you’re in the forest, take your time and have a good look at the … Continued
Deciduous trees in winter can be starkly beautiful, in a state of dormancy, stripped of all their greenery. Their bare silhouettes have shut down for winter, but they have been carefully planning their hibernation exit strategy since the previous summer. Waking up Trees need a source of energy to start their new growth in springtime, … Continued
Who isn’t cheered by the first sighting of a snowdrop? They are a sure sign that the long winter is coming to an end! A symbol of hope and a promise of warmer weather on its way. It is joyful to spot a snowdrop poking through frosty woodland soils, soon to be carpeting the ground … Continued
Winter is a challenging time for wildlife in the UK, and animals have found different ways to cope with the harsh temperatures and scarcity of food. Swallows and swifts migrate south to Africa in search of warmer temperatures, foxes and badgers grow thicker coats to keep warm, and some creatures hibernate. Only three UK mammals … Continued
Get cosy after your winter woodland walk with a cup of delicious Chocolate Tree Hot Chocolate! On the last day of our ‘Walking in a Winter Woodland’ series, we’re excited to share this delicious giveaway! Chocolate Tree has created award-winning organic craft chocolate since 2005. Their mission is to protect biodiversity making a positive impact … Continued
Mushrooms may be at their most prolific in autumn, but some marvellous specimens can be found all year round. This winter, why not make mushroom-spotting part of your woodland walks! Why are mushrooms important? Fungi, which produce mushrooms, play a hugely important role within our ecosystems, helping to recycle nutrients from dead and decaying organic … Continued
Even in the deepest midwinter, you can still spot wildflowers growing all over the UK in a range of different habitats, including woodlands. These beautiful drops of colour are hardier than they look and know how to survive the winter. Native wildflowers provide support systems for a great biodiversity of native insects, having evolved simultaneously. … Continued
We’re back with part seven of our ‘Walking in a Winter Woodland’ blog and giveaway series! This time, we’re excited to share a Made in the Glen giveaway with you! Treat yourself with this ethical gift box that will bring the Highlands right into your bathroom. Made in the Glen was founded by three sisters; … Continued
What birds can we spot while winter birdwatching? Birdwatching in winter can be great as birds are still active throughout the colder months and can be easier to spot against a more barren backdrop. They flit around in large, mixed groups or visit our gardens in search of food. Although some birds have left the … Continued
What happens to insects in winter? It’s a fair question – at the height of summer, insects are everywhere. So what happens to them when the temperature drops? Well, most of them are still here in some form, enduring the cold in various different ways. Some species hide themselves in warm, safe places away from … Continued
Stay hydrated on your winter woodland walk with a set of Black+Blum Explorer bottles! Founded over 20 years ago by Dan Black and Martin Blum, Black+Blum is a UK-based sustainable company. They specialise in high-quality and durable food containers, drinkware and accessories. Every Black+Blum product is uniquely designed in London, where each detail is carefully … Continued
As the winter weather moves in and temperatures drop, we all reach for our warm winter coats – and many animals do the same. Badgers and foxes for example put on body fat, or grow thicker fur. But when the snow starts to fall and the landscape changes colour dramatically, some animals go to more … Continued
On your next winter woodland walk, stay fuelled with this delicious Forest Feast goody bag giveaway! Forest Feast is a team of explorers and innovators whose mission is to make utterly delicious snacks. They find the best ingredients and handcraft them into the most irresistible treats for you to discover. Forest Feast believe better snacking … Continued
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