continuous cover forestry

‘A Guide to Continuous Cover Forestry Practice in Ireland’ by Sean Hoskins, on the 25th anniversary of Pro Silva Ireland

I'm delighted to share an important new book for ecological and eco-socially minded forestry in Ireland: A Guide to Continuous Cover Forestry Practice in Ireland by Sean Hoskins (2025). This book may also be of interest to other nations facing the challenge of transitioning away from unsustainable, industrial clear-fell practices. I’m proud to say that…Read more ‘A Guide to Continuous Cover Forestry Practice in Ireland’ by Sean Hoskins, on the 25th anniversary of Pro Silva Ireland

‘Three Words for Forest: exploring uncertainty in a time of climate crises’ – & the New Leaves Network arising in Scotland

Last year I was delighted to be invited to be part of a newly developing network arising in Scotland called the New Leaves Network (NLN)'By exploring a series of long-durational, living artworks – ranging between 50 and 400 years – the New Leaves Network (NLN) brings together national and international forestry and cultural researchers, practitioners…Read more ‘Three Words for Forest: exploring uncertainty in a time of climate crises’ – & the New Leaves Network arising in Scotland

The Elders visit to Hollywood Forest

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting The Elders and eco-theatre director Andrea Scott from Floating World Productions here at Ireland's smallest continuous cover forest, Hollywood. Andrea, who has collaborated extensively with The Elders in exploring the significance of Irish forests, brought a wealth of creative insight to our discussions. The Elders are a…Read more The Elders visit to Hollywood Forest