We often think about how forests give us clean air and water, but how often do we think about the forest’s power to heal and transform?

James Woodley joined us at River Park North in Greenville, South Carolina to tell us the story of how forests helped him survive his heartbreaking illness and find strength within himself.

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We need your help so that forests can KEEP giving us peace and a sense of belonging. We need forests to remain places where we can heal and connect.

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