> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://snake-finance.gitbook.io/snake-finance-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://snake-finance.gitbook.io/snake-finance-docs/protocol/forests-farms/how-to-use-the-forest.md).
# How to use the Forest?
The **Forest** is where you can deposit your liquidity pool (LPs) tokens to earn **$gSNAKE** rewards. Follow the steps below to start farming and growing your stake in Snake Finance!
### **Step 1: Create a Liquidity Pool (LP) Token**
To participate in the Forest, you’ll need to create an LP token by pairing **$SNAKE** or **$gSNAKE** with **$S**.
1. Visit [Shadow's liquidity page](https://www.shadow.so/liquidity/add) to add liquidity.
2. Navigate to the **Classic (V2)** tab and select **Stable** when creating your position.
3. Pair **$SNAKE** or **$gSNAKE** with **$S**, as shown in the example.
### Step 2: Deposit Your LP Tokens in the Forest
Once you’ve created your LP tokens, head over to Snake Finance’s **Forest** to deposit them and start earning **$gSNAKE** rewards.
1. Go to [Snake's Forest page](https://snake.finance/forests) to add liquidity.
2. Deposit the LP token and start earning **$gSNAKE** rewards.
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