Scotland has one of the greatest health challenges of the developed nations of Europe.
Forestry Commission Scotland and the whole forest sector can make a positive contribution to the health agenda.
Woods for Health strategy
Woods for Health demonstrates Forestry Commission Scotland's commitment to health improvement. The focus is on making local woodland accessible and welcoming – helping people build healthy activity into their daily lives.
- Download the Woods for Health (PDF 3.3Mb) strategy.
Woods for Health action plan
The Woods for Health action plan (PDF 587k) sets out how the Woods for Health strategy will be implemented between 2009 and 2012.