The Children’s Forest is a community forest to which kids of all ages can belong.
How did the Forest begin its growth?
The first stage of Whiteman Park’s Children’s Forest was planted in 2001.
For a small registration fee of just $25*, you can purchase a ‘share’ of the forest and dedicate it to a special child you know.
Each child is recognised as being a friend of The Children’s Forest with a certificate and their name is recorded on a personalised tile, which is then placed within the Forest.
‘Friends of The Children’s Forest’ are also invited to assist Men of the Trees at the annual planting day in June each year.
All proceeds go towards maintaining the Forest and supporting the important environmental initiatives of Men of the Trees.
Visitor entry is free and children, together with their family and friends, are encouraged to explore, enjoy and discover the many wonders of the Forest.
What will you find in this wonderful forest?
These include giant marching ants, colourful birds perched high in tree branches, and a life-size wedge-tailed eagles nest made from steel.
As you follow the pathways through the Forest you will notice indicator arrows which provide clues as to the surprises that await you at every turn.
The Forest is located of a bitchumen walk/bike path, mid-way between Whiteman Park Village and Mussel Pool.
It’s just a ten-minute (500 metre) stroll from either area.
In time it is hoped that the Children’s Forest will be a place where children can come to learn about the importance and beauty of trees and the natural environment as they watch their forest grow and flourish as they do.
*Fee subject to change without notice.
About 'Men Of The Trees'
The Men of the Trees was founded in Kenya by a forestry officer, Richard St Barbe Baker, in 1922.
Since those early days, the organisation has spread worldwide, with branches in every state of Australia. The vision of these hard-working men and women is of a world in which all people recognise the value of trees.
In Western Australia, their members are drawn from all parts of the State and are focussed on halting the spread of salinity caused by the over-clearing of native vegetation.
If you would like to learn more about the organisation and their activities, please contact the Men of the Trees on 9250 1888 or visit www.menofthetrees.com.au
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