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Award for Arborist whose Work is Enjoyed by Millions
An arborist whose work has been enjoyed by millions has been presented with a Royal Forestry Society (RFS) Long Service Award by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales.
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Update from Assistant Forest Manager Peter Borrowman
As Peter contemplates what the future holds he updates us on what he has learnt in forestry during his time as Assistant Forest Manager.
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International Women’s Day 2022: An Interview with Cheryl Duerden
International Women's Day encourages us to celebrate women's achievements in forestry and arboriculture; Elle McAllister met Cheryl Duerden to ask some questions about her journey and experience so far.
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How volunteering helped me get a job
Hannah Holden left her job in the law sector to devote time to volunteering and gaining practical skills that would lead to a career in forestry. She is now a Forestry Assistant at the Harewood Estate in West Yorkshire after successfully applying to the Royal Forestry Society’s (RFS) Forestry Roots Scheme.
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Managing for Resilience 2022
Twelve case studies feature in this updated report to share the experiences of woodlands facing up to the challenges of climate change.
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A cut above
Northumberland forestry worker Keith Bickerton has become the first person to receive a Royal Forestry Society Long Service Award in 2022.
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Five Things to Love About the RFS
After my first fortnight as Digital Communications Officer for the RFS, I thought I'd share a little bit about what I love about the work we do and what makes me excited for our future. There is so much to choose from but I narrowed it down to my top five.
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Aerial land scanning – pictures worth a million words!
Jamie Brookes is fascinated by the challenge of applying technology to understand the infinite complexity of the natural world. He believes drones should be seen as a tool to let us see the forest on a new scale and with a new perspective.
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The Royal Mint and The Queen’s Green Canopy Junior Forester Award
The Royal Mint is gifting 7,000 commemorative Platinum Jubilee coins to children who complete the special Jubilee edition of The Queen’s Green Canopy Junior Forester Award.
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Seasons Greetings…
... and best wishes from everyone at the Royal Forestry Society for 2022. This year there is an especially heartfelt ‘thank you’ to members, volunteers and supporters.
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Growing woodland to withstand storms and gales
Our woods need to change if they are to survive the impacts more storms and gales will have as a result of climate change in the future, says the Royal Forestry Society (RFS).
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Peter Borrowman: Patsy Wood Scholar
The new Patsy Wood Scholar is Peter Borrowman who will be working with independent forestry consultant William Hamer, mainly in Hampshire and Berkshire.
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