Pleatobe mindful when youvisit outdoors

A reminder has been issued to visitors to be considerate when visiting rural areas of woodland and forestry over the weekend.

Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is inviting visitors who are planning a visit to a forest to be ‘mindful’ to get the most out of their day.

With thousands of visitors expected to head for the great outdoors, FLS is reminding everyone that a bit of kindness and consideration – towards other visitors and to FLS staff – will go a long way to helping everyone have a great day out.

Stuart Chalmers FLS Visitor Services Manager, said: “Being outdoors is a great boost for health and wellbeing and we’re expecting to welcome thousands of visitors over the Easter weekend.

“With over 300 visitor destinations to choose from around the country, we have something for everyone.

“We want to make sure that everyone has as enjoyable a visit as possible. We are asking all visitors to be mindful of communities, other visitors, nature and our staff when visiting our forests.

“Sunny weather will mean it won’t just be you thinking about visiting, so plan ahead, park safely, and consider alternative sites to visit if your first choice is too busy when you arrive. We would also encourage people to take pride in Scotland’s beautiful countryside and respect it, protect it and enjoy it.”

Visitors are also being asked to take their litter home and not to light campfires.