Behind each parcel of woodland is a forest manager which is committed to sustainable forest management.
But to be recognised, you need to be known and understood. That's the aim of SRFB's Forest Friends programme.
The forest is close to us and, at the same time, mysterious: a refuge for biodiversity, a place to find resources, a supplier of wood, a climatic ally... It is multifunctional and precious. Foresters have many roles to play in caring for it and ensuring its renewal. In a way, they are the «architects of the forest».
To help you (re)discover the great stories and little secrets of the undergrowth, we offer guided walks in the forest for all ages, fun activities for children, as well as educational resources and training for teachers and leaders who want to help their pupils discover the forest. Become a friend of the forest today with Forest Friends!
The Forest Friends diary
Our forest walks for forest lovers
22 Aug
Boitsfort
Walk in the Sonian Forest at Boitsfort
29 Aug
Hoeilaart
Walk in the Forêt de Soignes at Groenendael
04 Oct
Tervuren
Walk in the Forêt de Soignes at Tervuren
10 Oct
Hoeilaart
Walk in the Forêt de Soignes at Groenendael
18 Oct
Hoeilaart
Forest and Climate
31 Oct
Boitsfort
Walk in the Sonian Forest at Boitsfort
08 Nov
Rouge-Cloître
Walk in the Forêt de Soignes at Rouge-Cloître
Services and activities
Teaching resources
Citizen support for the forest
Our Volunteer Forest Guides
The Forest Friends programme has been running for over 10 years, largely thanks to our Volunteer Forest Guides. THANK YOU to all our guides for their commitment to helping us raise awareness of the forest and its riches.
Would you also like to do your bit for forests? Discover here volunteering and project support opportunities.