Spend International Day of Forests exploring these 7 forests

Wander through the woods.

The world owes a lot to trees. These powerhouse plants help purify the air, filter water, and make the planet a comfortable place to live. Trees and forests keep Earth and its inhabitants healthy, and that’s why the 2023 International Day of Forests theme is “forests and health.”

In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly established March 21 as the International Day of Forests (IDF). The occasion celebrates forests and raises awareness of their importance. People worldwide spend the day giving back to the planet through activities like tree-planting campaigns.

If you want to get involved, explore this list of IDF events. You can also help spread the word with this social media toolkit. Your efforts will help support magnificent forests like these throughout the United States.