STW 2008 in Scotland's Forest Parks
Tuesday 4th March - Queen Forest Park exploration (by Aberfoyle)
Come to David Marshall Lodge at Aberfoyle and see the jewel in the crown of the National Park. Forestry Commission Scotland will be running a day of Scottish Tourism Week activities; including light lunch and light supper - you can stay for the whole day, or book onto one or two activities only.
On offer: an overview of forest adventure in the Forest Park and David Marshall Lodge, followed by a look at some wildlife highlights with one of FCS's experts and a ranger-led walk around the waterfall trail. In addition, you can book onto any or all of the following activities: Go Ape! - the full 3 hour experience, or just the buzz of the longest zip line in the UK; boat trip on Loch Katrine; Yoga in the forest (well, in the panoramic function room at the Lodge) and stargazing (weather permitting).
Free Event, maximum number: 40
To register email events@stforum.co.uk
Thursday 6th March - Tweed Valley Forest Park discovery (by Peebles)
The Scottish Borders Forestry Commission Scotland team will introduce you to Glentress, a mountain bike mecca with much, much more to offer.
The day starts by visiting Osprey/Watch to hear 2007's success stories and look forward to 2008's continued partnership with Kailizie Gardens, along with an insight into the development plans for the Glentress visitor experience. There will be the opportunity to get on a bike and try the green (easy) trail - or choose a harder trail if you're more experienced! Rangers will take you on a walk/drive round Glentress Forest, too the reconstruction roundhouse and ancient bronze age village site, and you'll get a light lunch and time for chat, before getting back on the trails, going back to work or off to get ready for the STW gala dinner in Glasgow that evening.
Free Event, maximum number: 40
To register email events@stforum.co.uk
Friday 7th March - Enjoy Glenmore Forest Park (by Aviemore)
In the heart of Cairngorms National Park, less than an hour from Inverness, Glenmore Forest Park is there to be discovered, come snow or sun. You'll explore the ancient pinewoods with a Forestry Commission Scotland ranger, learning of the area's history and wildlife, followed by coffee, cake and a tour of the Glenmore Visitor Centre.
Free Event, maximum number: 40
To register email events@stforum.co.uk
And every week is Tourism Week for FCS, so, in Galloway....
Wednesday 19th March - Galloway Forest Park exclusive tour (by Newton Stewart)
Galloway Forest Park holds its annual Open Day for businesses on 19th March.
As an extension to STW, Forestry Commission Scotland is offering an exclusive tour behind the scenes at the Forest Park during the Open Day, with a private visit to the Red Deer Range and walk with a ranger, along with a light lunch. Harvesting permitting; we'll also have a surprise in store for Scottish Tourism Week visitors. The Open Day places must be pre-booked as numbers are limited to 30 at a time, but the exclusive STW tour is maximum 15 people.
Complete details will be provided to you by email at least 10 days before your visit.