Gone Foresting; An RFS Podcast
Gone Foresting; An RFS Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to the brand-new podcast from the Royal Forestry Society!
Whether you're a seasoned forestry professional, an aspiring woodland manager, or simply passionate about trees and nature, this is the place for you. Each episode, we branch out into the world of forestry, from ground-breaking research to the latest industry insights.
Join us as we explore woodlands, spotlight inspiring voices, and hear from experts across the UK. Whether out in the field or cosied up at home, Gone Foresting is your gateway to the fascinating world of trees.
Subscribe now and be part of the conversation!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into topics such as the history and future of forestry, gender inclusion in the industry, and groundbreaking research, with episodes highlighting themes like 'Women in Forestry' and the evolution of roles within the sector.
Welcome to the brand-new podcast from the Royal Forestry Society!
Whether you’re a seasoned forestry professional, an aspiring woodland manager, or simply passionate about trees and nature, this is the place for you. Each episode, we branch out into the world of forestry, from ground-breaking research to the latest industry insights.
Join us as we explore woodlands, spotlight inspiring voices, and hear from experts across the UK. Whether out in the field or cosied up at home, Gone Foresting is your gateway to the fascinating world of trees.
Subscribe now and be part of the conversation!
Women have always been part of forestry, but their stories are often missing from the history books. This episode explores the overlooked legacy of the thousands who served in the Women's Timber Corps, known as “Lumberjills”.
Elle McAllister is joined by a passionate advocate, Joanna Foat, working to ensure these stories are not forgotten, uncovering the contributions of past generations, and highlighting why they still matter today.
Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
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Learn more in the Gone Foresting show notesas well as Joanna Foat's Lumberjills history books and novels.
Get Involved!
If you have been inspired, encouraged, or taught by an amazing women in forestry we'd love to hear from you. Your contribution will become part of an RFS digital archive of women in forestry history—helping to honour those who came before us, preserve rural and women’s stories, and inspire future generations to follow in their footsteps.
Head to the RFS website for more information.
Related events:
- Women in Forestry, Leicestershire, 7th October 2026
- Forestry England New Forest Exhibition, 3rd July – 17th August 2026
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