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Meet the new RFS President and Chair
Starting this Autumn Alison Field becomes the 77th President succeeding Ben Herbert. Ian Tubby takes up the role of Chair of the Board succeeding Kitty Hall.
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An RFS Journey to Hexham
I've always taken an interest in the origins of organisations where I've worked. I think understanding where an establishment has come from, can add value and meaning to what is being undertaken in the present.
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New RFS Awards at the Royal Welsh 2024
RFS had an exciting week at the Royal Welsh Show; celebrating a Rising Star Award as well as receiving Bronze Award for Educational Value.
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Open Letter to Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Sir Keir Starmer
Christopher Williams, RFS Chief Executive, writes to the newly appointed government to promote the forestry sector and asks for support in the years ahead.
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“A great loss to forestry”: RFS Member Bill Mason has Passed Away
It is with regret that we learn of the passing of RFS member, Bill Mason.
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Raising The Bar For Forestry
Peter Hooks began work as a trainee forester at Lexham Estate near Swaffham in Norfolk straight from school, following in his grandfather’s footsteps. He rose to become Head Forester.
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Forestry Roots: 10 New Posts
Thanks to the ALA Green Charitable Trust, we are able to offer posts to ten more trainees through our groundbreaking Forestry Roots project.
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Launched: Early Careers Forester Network
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) understands how crucial it is to help build up and support the future generation of foresters. That is why we have launched our Early Careers Forester Network.
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Gold for Jo: recognising a ‘Herculean’ task
Dr Jo Clark, Head of Research at the Future Trees Trust, has become the first person for nearly five years to be awarded the Royal Forestry Society’s (RFS) Gold Medal for distinguished services to forestry. She is also the first woman to receive the award.
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Our Royal Patron: King Charles
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is greatly honoured to receive the Royal Patronage of His Majesty King Charles.
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Successful Forestry Careers Roadshow at Coleg Glynllifon
Enjoy reading about how the RFS and other organisations are banding together to inspire and motivate the future generations of foresters.
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Remembering: The Lord Clinton
We are sad to report the passing of The Lord Clinton, who was President of the RFS between 2001 and 2003.
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