Forest Rising Summer Programme

Ready to make a difference this summer? 

Are you aged 16–28? Interested in the conservation industry and keen to gain new skills and knowledge? Applications are now open for Summer Forest Rising – a FREE programme for young people passionate about nature, climate action, and creating greener places for people and wildlife.

Through a series of hands-on summer workshops at Poole Farm, you’ll explore what makes a Community Forest. Sessions run from Friday 24 July to Friday 28 August.

Workshops include:

• Community tree nurseries and seeds

• Tree identification and planting

• Site surveying, soil and design

• Tree aftercare

• Woodland management and tools

• Ancient woodlands and veteran trees

What will you gain?

• Learn from experienced conservationists

• Gain practical environmental work experience

• Help design and deliver tree-planting projects

• Explore careers in Plymouth's green industry

• Earn a digital badge for your CV

• Enjoy refreshments and connect with like-minded young people 

Forest Rising is more than a summer programme. It's an opportunity to become part of a network of young people taking action for trees, nature recovery and greener communities.

Spaces are limited – To sign up, click here