Initiatives | Cortes Children's Forest Trust — Cortes Children's Forest Trust

“If I had influence with the good fairy that is present at the christening of all children I should ask that her gift to each child in the world be a sense of wonder so indestructible that it would last throughout life…” – Rachel Carson

For over a decade, youth both on and off of Cortes Island have engaged in initiatives to support the vision of the Children’s Forest.

The Forest Alphabet book captures what the Children's Forest means to some of them.

Island children gather round to learn about the ecology of the Children's Forest during a BioBlitz event.

Through our monthly Forest Walks, BioBlitz and MycoBlitz events, and many other initiatives, we seek to share the scientific, cultural, and spiritual value of our island's forest lands with the next generation - and have fun doing it!

Check out our recent youth outreach news items!