Partners Homecoming Scotland 2009
Come join our celebrations in 2009!
 Website: www.homecomingscotland2009.com
In 2009 we are inviting you to celebrate with us. Whether you live in Scotland, are part of our extended global family, or maybe you just love Scotland, join us in our 2009 celebrations.
Why 2009? 2009 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of our national poet and international cultural icon Robert Burns whose message of friendship and 'Auld Lang Syne' lives on.
2009 will be a celebration of not only Robert Burns but some of Scotland's great contributions to the world: Burns, Golf, Whisky, The Scottish Enlightenment and Innovation, as well as our rich culture and heritage which lives on at home and through the many people of Scots descent who live out with our shores.
The Homecoming Scotland programme will involve a calendar of exciting and inspirational events and activities throughout 2009. So whether you are Scottish or simply love Scotland, come to the home of Burns, Golf, Whisky, Enlightenment and Innovation. Come to the home of your ancestors, experience our living culture.
Come Home!
Forestry Commission Scotland
 Website: www.forestry.gov.uk/scotland
Forestry Commission Scotland serves as the Scottish Government's forestry department. It manages the national forest estate for multiple benefits, including nature conservation, public recreation, timber production, and rural and community development; supports other woodland owners; and advises Ministers on forestry policy.
Scottish Enterprise
 Website: www.scottish-enterprise.com
Scottish Enterprise is Scotland's enterprise, investment and innovation agency. Working in partnership with the private and public sectors the Network will focus on industries with the potential to drive better economic growth and to encourage innovation to make Scottish business internationally competitive.
VisitScotland
 Website: www.visitscotland.com
VisitScotland is Scotland's national tourism organisation. Its core purpose is to maximise the economic benefit of tourism to Scotland. VisitScotland is working with the tourism industry and other partners to achieve a 50 per cent growth in tourism revenues for Scotland by 2015 in order to contribute significantly to the advancement of Scottish tourism by giving it a real presence in the global marketplace, benefiting the whole of Scotland.
7stanes
 Website: www.7stanes.gov.uk
Dumfries lies at the heart of the award winning 7stanes mountain bike centres that offer over 250 miles of the world's finest biking trails across the south of Scotland. With trails for every age and every level from beginners to elite riders, all set in some of Scotland's most scenic forests, it's little wonder that the 7stanes has contributed significantly to Scotland's recent status as an IMBA "Global Superstar".
Dumfries & Galloway Council
 Website: www.dumgal.gov.uk
Dumfries and Galloway Council's 5 year vision is to make the region the best place to live, learn, work and grow. Our role includes the provision of services such as education, social work, refuse collection, economic development and environmental standards amongst others and we will take every opportunity to ensure the wellbeing of our residents.
Scottish Natural Heritage
 Website: www.snh.org.uk
Scottish Natural Heritage is the government body responsible for the promotion and protection of our natural heritage - its landscapes, habitats and species.
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