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Slavery and human trafficking statement
Introduction Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 makes it a legal requirement for all commercial organisations with a turnover of £36 million or more to produce an annual Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement. Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS)...
The unsung heroes of Scotland’s forests: tree stumps, creepy crawlies and more
and conservation are discussed. Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS), which manages 640,000 hectares of Scotland’s forests, is calling for more attention and praise for the unsung heroes of the forest floor. Colin Edwards, FLS Environment Manager, said:...
Foresters angry that fire safety falling on deaf ears
later kicked over. Robin Lofthouse, FLS Area Visitor Services Manager in Tayside, said; “It’s unbelievable that in spite of all the issues that Scotland has had in the past three weeks with fire, there are still some people who would do this. “And it is...
Outdoor archaeological learning
We encourage people of all ages to be inspired by Scotland’s rich cultural heritage, and by the historic environment all around us. Exploring evidence from our shared past can help us understand the world we live in. We've published a collection of...
UKs biggest orienteering event returns to North East
Elizabeth Furness (Moravian Orienteers), said; “Our 6-Day events are very accessible and family-friendly and people of all skill levels and ages are welcome to take part. As well as the elite athletes from around Europe, we’ve got age classes from under...
FLS to hand over Glentress site for the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships prep
FLS investment in the Glentress Masterplan development that has facilitated The Championships event coming to the Tweed Valley. During the hand-over, available car parking space will gradually diminish as event vehicles and infrastructure for the event...
Awesome autumn leaves: colour chemistry explained
Conkers litter the paths, pumpkin-spiced everything returns, and you can step back into your favourite pair of boots. But we all know the best bit is when the leaves give the colourful spring flowers a run for their money. We all love the season's...
Scottish Crossbill (Loxia scotica)
Three crossbill species live in our forests but only one is truly Scottish. It lives here all year round and, amazingly, scientists even say it may have a Scottish accent... The Gaelic name for a crossbill is cam ghob (literally 'squinty beaked') and...
Women's Timber Corps
uniform. In Scotland, girls and women were recruited from the age of 17. However, some were as young as 14. They came from all kinds of backgrounds and all walks of life. Those who needed training were sent to camps such as Shandford Lodge, near...
Activity sheets
do and energy needs to be burned off. That’s why we’ve put together this collection of activity sheets. They’re great fun for all ages and are an opportunity to be creative and to learn. And by helping to focus on the natural environment, the activity...
Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris)
might be spotted in any woodland across Scotland but most likely in the conifer forests of the Highlands and Dumfries and Galloway. When: all year round. Size: smaller and daintier than grey squirrels with pronounced ear tufts. Red squirrels’ bodies are...
Fishing in Galloway Forest Park
Galloway boasts some stunning locations for keen fishers to enjoy the calm waters. Kirroughtree and Glentrool Visitor Centres are both excellent places to visit before you take to the lochs. Fishing permits Weekly permits to fish selected lochs (except...
Lek It Be: Black Grouse mating season
The ‘lekking’ season is when black grouse breed, and a few of our destinations have been affected, with roadworks in Galloway Forest Park delayed in order to give the grouse population room to manoeuvre. “Not wanting to get in the way of love, we have...
Business opportunities beckon as FLS reviews visitor offering
Forestry and Land Scotland is gauging market interest in visitor services at all of its key sites across Scotland. With potential opportunities for businesses of all sizes – including community enterprises - the Request For Information (RFI) aims to...
FLS focus on fire-awareness
risk warning in place for much of Scotland’s east coast over the next few days, Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is urging all members of the public to observe wildfire prevention guidance to avoid putting the emergency services under unnecessary...
FLS car parks and trails remain open for local access
as Scotland strengthens its effort to slow transmission of COVID-19. Simon Hodgson, FLS Chief Executive, said; “As we all continue our efforts to limit the impact of the virus and to keep as many people as safe as we can, it’s now imperative that we...
Long, slow recovery for fire-damaged forest
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is urging all forest visitors to avoid lighting fires when out and about in a forest after assessing that a fire-damaged habitat of international importance will take generations to recover. The plea comes as the FLS...
International interest in FLS's pioneering work
State forestry organisations from Latvia, Barbados and Australia have all expressed a keen interest in learning more about some pioneering solutions being developed to try and improve the yield from Scotland’s existing seed stock. Planting trees is...
Views wanted on forestry agency corporate plan
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is seeking views on looking after Scotland’s national forests and land, for the benefit of all, now and for the future. A public consultation has started on a Draft Corporate Plan for the new Scottish Government agency,...
Meeting tree disease challenge shows foresters at their best
Forestry and Land Scotland says that the stresses of dealing with tree diseases is bring out the very best of all its foresters. Tree diseases can have a devastating effect on a forest, infecting and often killing hundreds or thousands of susceptible...