Borders Forest Trust
Borders Forest Trust

Borders Forest Trust is delighted to announce that the Corehead Appeal has been successful, with £700,000 raised thanks to the genorosity of members and supporters. Please visit the Devil's Beef Tub page for full details.

Our vision for the south of Scotland is for a place where a rich tapestry of native woodlands and wild places can flourish, cared for by the local communities that live there.

Borders Forest Trust was established in 1996 to conserve, restore and manage native woodlands and other natural habitats for the benefit of people and wildlife.

Keep up to date with all our news - sign up for the bi-monthly BFT E-Bulletin by emailing louisa@bordersforesttrust.org

The Carrifran Wildwood Story by Myrtle & Philip Ashmole with members of the Wildwood Group is available exclusively from BFT and not from other online booksellers. By selling the book through www.bordersforesttrust.org we ensure that all proceeds go direct to the project. Find out more about the book by visiting our News page, buy online or to download an order form click here. If you would like to make use of the Gift Aid option, making an additional donation of £10, please download the form and mail it, or telephone BFT.

BFT Ecological Restoration Conference 25th March - more...
Environment Minister visits BFT - more...
£5000 donation from Scottish Power Renewables - more...
Rory Bremner signs up as BFT's new Patron - more...
Tree Hunters Wanted! - more...
Volunteering at the Carrifran Wildwood
Location:
Meet at the Carrifran Wildwood car park

Date:
21-Mar-2010 - 10am - 4pm
Details:
The Car Park is on the A708, 7 miles NE of Moffat and 2 miles SW of the Grey Mare's Tail. NGR NT 159116. Help to restore a Wildwood to the Carrifran Valley. Tree planting, fence removal, tree guard removal, etc. Fantastic scenery and wildlife. Bring a packed lunch and snacks, outdoor gear (including waterproofs) and boots. Suitable for adults and children accompanied by adults. Rough and steep ground. Contact the BFT Office for further information on 01835 830750 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) or email enquiries@bordersforesttrust.org www.carrifran.org.uk
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Opportunities for Ecological Restoration Conference
Location:
Peebles Hydro Hotel

Date:
25-Mar-2010 - 9am - 5pm
Details:
The hot topic of ecological restoration comes under the microscope on 25th March at Peebles Hydro Hotel, when Borders Forest Trust (BFT) hosts a one-day special conference. Speakers include James Aronson from the Center for Functional and Evolutionary Ecology (CNRS) in Montpellier, France, where he serves as head of the Restoration Ecology Group, Dave Fairlamb of RSPB, Des Thomson of Scottish Natural Heritage, Rob Soutar from Forest Enterprise Scotland, and Alastair Laverty from the Tweed Forum as well as BFT Director Willie McGhee who’ll be discussing the Trust’s vision for restoring the Ettrick Forest.
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Carrifran Wildwood High Level Woodland Planting Weekend
Location:
Carrifran Car Park, Grid Ref NT 159116 on A708 6 miles NE of Moffat near Grey Mare's Tail

Date:
27-Mar-2010 - Meeting 10am at the car park
Details:
27 - 28 March. Join in the montane planting high up at Firth Hope, led by Hugh Chalmers. Option to camp at the top and join in the planting on Sunday too. Contact the BFT Office for further information on 01835 830750 or email enquiries@bordersforesttrust.org www.carrifran.org.uk
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