7.6 Case Studies & Success Stories

Welcome to ForestWell’s Case Studies & Success Stories

Explore over 40 ForestWell Case Studies: The ForestWell project has carefully selected and crafted over 40 different Case Studies and success stories primarily focusing on countries; Ireland, Denmark, Iceland, Finland and Slovenia. They vary from SMEs to community organisations, retreats, educational companies, and forest tourism initiatives. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, educator, or community leader, each Case Study provides a wealth of knowledge, practical insights, different models, and strategies that are not only theoretical but grounded in real-world success stories.

Click on Infographic to go through and access each Case Study: Please note that the ForestWell Case Studies are only available in English. Also note, that each Case Study identifies with the ForestWell Modules. Under each Case Study title, M refers to a Module (e.g., M2 refers to Module 2).

Explore all Case Studies and learn from a rich tapestry of practical, real-life examples that will inspire and guide your pursuit of developing a sustainable ForestWell business or experience. Sample overview of Case Study contents. 

  • SMEs: Learn from small businesses that have successfully incorporated forest resources into their operations, offering products and services that range from eco-friendly goods to wellness experiences deeply rooted in the natural environment.
  • Retreats and Wellness Centers: Explore examples of retreats that harness the tranquillity and healing power of forests to offer transformative experiences, supporting mental health, relaxation, and personal growth.
  • Community Organisations: Discover how community-led initiatives are using forest-based projects to enable social cohesion, environmental stewardship, and local economic development.
  • Educational Companies: See how educational forest enterprises are using forests as living classrooms, providing immersive learning experiences that connect people with nature, ecology, and sustainability practices.
  • Forest Tourism Initiatives: Uncover the strategies employed by tourism businesses that emphasise sustainable travel, offering visitors unique opportunities to engage with nature while preserving and respecting the environment.

CASE STUDIES

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M3 & M4 Educational Camps, Expeditions M7 Cooperating With Community.

2.

M1 & M3 Nature-Based Wellness, Forest Bathing, Yoga, Food M5 Stories From The Past

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M3 & M4 Nature-Based Activities, Unique Base-Camp, Wild Food By Open Fire.

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M3 Multiple Experiences  M4 Multiple Products M5 Stories M7 Community Events.

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M3 Forest Based Wellness M4 Tree Hugging Event and more. M5 Family Story.

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M2 Forest Based Educational Camps, Forest Based Outdoor Activities.

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M3 Multiple Experiences M4 Wild Food Courses, Inclusive Services.

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M3 Multiple Experiences M2 & M4 Regenerative Thinking M5 Storyfication Of The Place.

9.

M3  Sauna Experiences  M4 Art & Nature M5 Story Based On Mythology.

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M4 & M2 Nature Based Excursions & Tours In Responsible Way.

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M4 Unique Accommodation M5 Innovative Events M7 Lake District Community.

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M3 Multiple Experiences M2 & M4 Regenerative Concept M5 Story M7 Local Events. 

* M refers to the ForestWell Module that this Case Study complements. Number refers to the module number.

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M4 Tourist Guiding M5 Storytelling M7 Community Narrative.

2.

M3 Service Delivery M7 Local Community Engagement.

3.

M1 & M3 Experience Forest Bathing M45 Storytelling M6 Marketing

4.

M3 Educational Walking Trail M3 Treetops Walks M5 Storytelling and Education.

5.

M3 Experience Camping M6 Marketing Experience Treetops’.

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M3 Accommodation Delivery M6 Marketing Forest Tourism Accommodation.

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M1 & M3 Forest Mindfulness M6 Marketing Mindfulness M7 Local Network Involvement.

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M3 Hydrotherapy Experience, Forest Culinary M6 Marketing Of Kneipp Experience.

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M3 Farmstay Experience, Business Service M7 Local Network Involvement

10.

M5 Storytelling and Cultural Heritage

* M refers to the ForestWell Module that this Case Study complements. Number refers to the module number.

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M1 & M2 & M7 Rural Tourism Cooperative. M6 Carbon Footprint Approaches. Accessibility.

2.

M1 & M7 Rural Tourism Cooperative. M6 Regional Branding. M3 Experience Development.

3.

M7 Immersive Eco Tourism Partnership. M4 & M5 Blending Online Training.

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M2 Ecotourism & Environmental Policy. M3 & M4 Product & Experience Development.

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M3 & M4 Workplace Training & Tailored Packaging M5 & M6 Marketing & Storytelling.

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M3 & M4 & M5 Developing & Marketing Wellness Experience Training Days and Events.

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M3 Intimate Group Experience, M4 Product Development & M5 Storytelling.

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M3 & M4 Luxury Experience & Product Development M5 & M6 Marketing & Storytelling.

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M3 Alternative Healing Retreat Experiences M4 Product Development & M6 Marketing.

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M7 Forestry Foundation M3 School and Workshop M4 Product Development.

* M refers to the ForestWell Module that this Case Study complements. Number refers to the module number.

1.

M3 School And Workshop Experience & M7 Forestry Foundation.

2.

M3 Rural Tourism Experience, Spa And Forest.

3.

M3 School And Workshop Experience M5 Storytelling.

4.

M3 Alternative Healing Retreat Experiences M5 Storytelling.

5.

M4 Product Development M7 Forestry Foundation.

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M1 & M2 & M3 & M4 Ecotourism and Environmental Policy.

7.

M1 & M3 Alternative Healing Retreat Experiences.

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M3 Alternative Healing Retreat Experiences & M7 Forestry Foundation.

9.

M3 School and Workshop Experience M7 Forestry Foundation.

10.

M3 School and Workshop Experience M5 Storytelling.

* M refers to the ForestWell Module that this Case Study complements. Number refers to the module number.

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M3 Creating Experience M4 Product Development

* M refers to the ForestWell Module that this Case Study complements. Number refers to the module number.