Forest Bathing
Discover familiar places in a new way through Forest Bathing, the Japanese practice ‘Shinrin-Yoku’.
Research shows that mindful time in nature boosts our immunity, energy levels and happiness. Join others to practice forest bathing through guided meditations and sensory activities in local environments.
You may be invited to feel different plants with your skin, or be curious about what birdsong could be trying to say. Participants are encouraged to be creative and curious, to do whatever feels right in the moment. Towards the end of the walk, a closing activity helps incorporate the experience before leaving the forest.Participants do not need to be experienced outdoors people or practiced meditators, and those who are can still notice the benefits.
Research shows that mindful time in nature boosts our immunity, energy levels and happiness. Join others to practice forest bathing through guided meditations and sensory activities in local environments.
You may be invited to feel different plants with your skin, or be curious about what birdsong could be trying to say. Participants are encouraged to be creative and curious, to do whatever feels right in the moment. Towards the end of the walk, a closing activity helps incorporate the experience before leaving the forest.Participants do not need to be experienced outdoors people or practiced meditators, and those who are can still notice the benefits.
Interested in forest bathing walks for your family, workplace or community?
Wil is keen to offer private forest bathing and other programming for local folks young and old.
Please send an email and share your ideas or questions: [email protected].
Wil is keen to offer private forest bathing and other programming for local folks young and old.
Please send an email and share your ideas or questions: [email protected].
Community Forest Bathing Walks
Walks are 1.5 - 2.5 hours long and feature the fundamental Soft Pine Wellness Guided Forest Bathing experience. These public events can be up to 20 participants and includes a light refreshment before concluding. Community Forest Bathing Walks are excellent opportunities to learn about Shinrin-Yoku, welcome a mindful sense of calm and exploration and experience nature through a new perspective.
See a special Forests and Health workshop below (also see on the NEW Workshops + Events page).
Cost: variable, but often $40 or less
When: see planned community walks below
- A minimum participant number is required to offer these walks. Please see registration below to ensure walks are running!
Walks are 1.5 - 2.5 hours long and feature the fundamental Soft Pine Wellness Guided Forest Bathing experience. These public events can be up to 20 participants and includes a light refreshment before concluding. Community Forest Bathing Walks are excellent opportunities to learn about Shinrin-Yoku, welcome a mindful sense of calm and exploration and experience nature through a new perspective.
See a special Forests and Health workshop below (also see on the NEW Workshops + Events page).
Cost: variable, but often $40 or less
When: see planned community walks below
- A minimum participant number is required to offer these walks. Please see registration below to ensure walks are running!
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Monthly Crystal Falls Walk Crystal Falls Trail, Greenwood Near Wil and his partner's home, this walk explores the Crystal Falls trail starting at Harmony Road. Explore vibrant crown land forests as we make our way to the magical falls every month! When: the 2nd or 3rd Saturday of the month: - November 16 - December 14 Time: 9am-11:30am Cost: $40/person, $70 for two, or discreet pay what you can To register: email Wil, [email protected]. Forests and Health: Forest Bathing and Nature-based Wellness Workshop
Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Together with Save Our Old Forests, this workshop features forest bathing and other nature-based health practices to demonstrate how old, thriving forests boost our well-being and are essential to our local communities. When: Sunday, November 24th Time: 10am-3pm BYO-lunch, but hot drinks and a heated tent will be provided Cost: Suggested donation of $10. Please send an e-transfer or email Wil, [email protected] To register: sign-up on the Eventbrite page. |
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