Dig deeper: new archaeological visualisation in Galloway
An enormous pile of stones is all that remains of the ancient chambered cairn of Boreland in Knockma…
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Frozen trees to help extend planting season
We’re currently trialling planting frozen tree across Highland Perthshire and the Angus Glens to try…
Plea to help stop vandals
Many of us enjoyed getting outside during the recent hot and dry weather, as summer approaches we’re…
Use caution when visiting the countryside during dry periods
We’re urging anyone who is planning to visit the countryside to help save lives, wildlife, and prope…
Top waymarked trails to enjoy on National Walking Day
The first Wednesday of April marks National Walking …
Step into spring and step back in time
As forests begin to emerge from their winter dormancy, we’re inviting people to go for a woodland wa…
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025.
Gaelic forest names and what they mean
Did you know that we have Gaelic names for most of our forests? Gaelic place names are very descript…
Enhancing habitat for threatened fish at Glen Prosen
We recently commissioned the Esk Rivers & Fisheries Trust to determine the current state of juve…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science. At Forestry and Land Scotland we are lucky…
Using technology to measure our timber
We currently have a fleet of 22 machines which are o…
Winter walks
With winter solstice just days away, we thought we'd share some great places to explore during this …
Working with Beaver Trust to release a family of five beavers to Loch Ard forest
The two adults and three kits have been released int…
National Tree Week 2024
This week is National Tree Week. Established by the Tree Council, National Tree Week marks the begin…
Forests around Glasgow
Glasgow may be the most densely populated city in Scotland but there are plenty of places to explore…