6.2 European ForestWell Marketing Campaigns

Introduction

This section covers practical marketing campaign examples promoting forest well-being experiences across Europe using practical examples from each of the ForestWell project’s partner countries. Promoting ForestWell through effective marketing campaigns involves many elements such as conveying the benefits of well-being and nature immersion experiences in forested environments. This section guides you through the various promotional tools such as social media posts, webinars, blog articles, and testimonials. The campaigns demonstrate how to engage ForestWell audiences, convey unique selling propositions, and encourage participation. Each campaign targets specific audience segments and showcases the regenerative values of ForestWell initiatives.

Here are some practical examples of marketing campaigns that can help promote ForestWell:

"Discover Your Inner Peace in the Forest" Campaign:

  • Objective: Highlight the stress-reducing and mindfulness benefits of ForestWell experiences.

Components:

  • Engaging social media posts featuring serene forest imagery and mindfulness tips. 
  • Blog articles on the science behind forest therapy and its impact on mental well-being.
  • Short video testimonials from participants sharing their personal transformation

Sample Social Media Post on Instagram 

Tip: Tailor the content with some information about your business, the forest you work in, and why it is so special, unique, or different. This is a great opportunity to show what you offer and where.

Tip: Include your digital social media and website channels and explain what you do and the benefits of what you do in the descriptor.

Tip: Include a link to your booking page and another link to your regenerative and sustainable practices which demonstrates your commitment and engages customers.

Source foodtravelleisure, Instagram

Sample Social Media Post on YouTube

Tip: Tailor the content to showcase your forest location. Make sure to add in the descriptor the location of your business in the description.

Tip: Add at the end of the video a screen about all your contact details and what you do, the types of programs you run, when you run your programs and if you have any workshops or packages.

Tip: Highlight how you consider different target groups by adding a link in the description to ‘If you have a disability’ or ‘If you would now like to engage in a forest yoga practice’ or ‘If you want to educate your children on forests’.

"Reconnect with Nature" Campaign:

  • Objective: Encourage participants to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature.
  • Components:
    • Social media challenge encouraging participants to spend a day in the forest without screens.
    • Webinar series featuring experts discussing the importance of nature immersion.
    • Blog posts on the digital detox trend and the benefits of unplugging in natural settings.

 Sample Promotional Website (Tree Hotel, Sweden) – https://treehotel.se/activities/

Tip: Make sure to include a page with all your nature-based activities including animals they will see; tours you offer that involve all aspects of nature and what is naturally special about the area.

Sample Promotion on Social Media (Tree Hotel, Sweden, Facebook)

"ForestWell Retreats for Mind and Body" Campaign:

  • Objective: Promote ForestWell retreat packages that offer a holistic well-being experience.
  •  Components:
    • Eye-catching brochure highlighting the retreat itineraries and forest destinations.
    • Email marketing series showcasing the daily schedule of activities, including forest bathing, yoga, and wellness workshops.
    • Instagram Live sessions where retreat leaders provide sneak peeks of what participants can expect.

"Couples' Forest Escape" Campaign:

  • Objective: Target couples looking for a romantic and rejuvenating getaway.
  •  Components:
    • Social media ads featuring forested landscapes with couples enjoying intimate moments.
    • Special promotions for couples’ ForestWell packages.
    • Heartwarming video testimonials from couples sharing their forest love stories.

Tip: Make sure people can share the content using embedded shareable social media buttons.

Sample Website Content Promotion (Spanish Farmland) – https://hostunusual.com/property/dehesa-de-las-yeguas/#2272

Sample Website Content Promotion (Treehut, Norway) – https://tretopphytter.no/House/3312

Tip: Make sure to include all your facilities, your location with Google Maps embedded, prices and other information preferably using at-a-glance graphics and practical information.

Sample Social Media Campaign (Treehotel, Sweden, Facebook) – https://tretopphytter.no/House/3312

"Sustainability Spotlight" Campaign:

    • Objective: Emphasize ForestWell’s commitment to sustainability and eco-conscious practices.
    • Components:
      • Blog series on ForestWell’s environmental initiatives, such as reforestation efforts and waste reduction.
      • Social media posts showcasing sustainable practices during ForestWell programs.
      • Collaborative content with eco-conscious influencers advocating for responsible eco-tourism.

"ForestWell for Families" Campaign:

    • Objective: Target families seeking a nature-based bonding experience.
    • Components:
      • Family-oriented website section highlighting child-friendly ForestWell programs.
      • Social media contests inviting families to share their forest adventure photos.
      • Webinar series on the benefits of nature-based family activities and forest education.

"ForestWell Virtual Retreat" Campaign:

  • Objective: Appeal to individuals unable to visit in person by offering virtual forest experiences. 
  •  Components:
    • Webinars on virtual forest bathing and mindfulness practices.
    • Subscription-based virtual ForestWell packages with guided sessions.
    • Engaging social media posts featuring virtual forest tours and testimonials from remote participants.

"ForestWell Community Challenge" Campaign:

  • Objective: Create a sense of community and encourage word-of-mouth promotion.
  •  Components:
    • Social media challenge encouraging participants to share their forest stories.
    • User-generated content featuring participants’ forest photos and reflections.
    • A dedicated webpage where participants can share their experiences and connect with others.

"Gift of Well-Being" Campaign:

  • Objective: Promote ForestWell gift certificates as unique and thoughtful gifts.
  •  Components:
    • Online store featuring customizable gift certificates for ForestWell experiences.
    • Social media ads targeting gift shoppers for special occasions.
    • Email campaigns highlighting the benefits of giving the gift of well-being in the forest.
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These practical marketing campaign examples can be tailored to specific ForestWell offerings and target audiences. They aim to evoke emotions, educate potential participants, and encourage engagement while conveying the transformative power of ForestWell experiences.

Sample Social Media Campaign (Treehotel, Sweden, Facebook) – https://www.facebook.com/people/treehotel/100064688980916/

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