The Forest Library at Oloolua Forest, founded by Forest Friends of Kenya (FFoK), is a unique space where books, nature, and community meet. Nestled within the serene Turaco Camp inside Oloolua Forest, the library is dedicated to fostering environmental literacy, cultural storytelling, and community connection through reading, research, and interactive forest-based activities.
At its heart, the Forest Library is both a physical and living library. Alongside African stories and environmental publications, the library curates a Living Collection of Trees and Forest Plants, linking literature with the natural world. Visitors can explore preserved leaves, seeds, and bark specimens for tree identification, while living plants and trees provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
The Forest Library also integrates a digital layer, connecting books to trees through QR codes, stories, and interactive media. Programs like “Learn a Tree a Day” introduce visitors to indigenous knowledge, tree uses, and conservation insights, while the Adopt-a-Tree initiative allows readers and forest users to care for and nurture trees as part of their library experience.
Beyond reading, the Forest Library serves as a community hub for conservation education and creativity. Activities include:
- Storytelling sessions led by local narrators and Wa Miti (children’s content)
- Forest exploration and guided walks along the Ibis route and beyond
- Art, craft, and eco-activities inspired by nature
- Research and knowledge sharing on forestry, SDGs, and climate action
By blending books, trees, and digital experiences, the Forest Library is pioneering a new model of learning—where every tree is a page, every walk is a story, and every visitor becomes part of conservation.
🌍 Our vision is to make the Forest Library a living, growing knowledge center that inspires a love for reading, storytelling, and environmental stewardship across generations.