NeighbourWoods is launching a new and innovative pilot project to draw attention to the many facets of the urban forest. Small QR code tags are being hung on various trees in Elora and Fergus, which when scanned will take smartphone users to a one to two minute video showcasing a different facet of our urban forest. It’s a bit of a treasure hunt!
Each QR code video will take viewers to a different story – NeighbourWoods plans to have five or six videos available within the month. Sample stories include the Emerald Ash Borer and the unique history of trees in Centre Wellington. “This is a great way to invite the community to learn about trees in a new and fun way,” says coordinator Toni Ellis.
“We believe this approach will have special appeal to younger members of our community – a group we are eager to reach.”
The group is eager to bring in different perspectives about trees such as artistic, historical or scientific, so if you have a tree that could be featured as part of this project please call NeighbourWoods at 519-846-0841. You don’t need to be a moviemaker yourself – the group has hired grade 11 student, James Scott, who turns good ideas into engaging videos. NeighbourWoods would like to thank the Centre Wellington Community Foundation for providing the funding which has made this project possible.
