Forest Bathing
Rooted in healing practices
What is forest bathing?
Forest therapy (or “forest bathing”) emerged in Japan in the 1980s as the physiological and psychological exercise: shinrin-yoku, a way to counter the stress and related illnesses many people were experiencing as a result of working long hours indoors at desk jobs. Shinrin-yoku simply translates as “forest bathing” or “taking in the forest atmosphere”.
As this form of ecotherapy was embraced, researchers began studying the benefits of forest bathing and recording results like: reduced stress, improved mental health, reduced inflammation, improved mood, lowered blood pressure, improved concentration, increased creativity, spiritual well-being and more.
The research proves what most of us already know to be true, being outside is good for us mind, body, and soul! Forest Therapy walks led by a trained guide offer a simple way to reconnect and experience nature’s “medicine” as your mind quiets and your senses awaken.
Pricing:
Individuals and Pairs - $95
Groups of 3 to 5 - $150 (each additional participate $30 supporting up to ten people)
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As we walk together we’ll be slowing down, opening our senses, and relaxing in the present moment. Along the way, I’ll offer a series of invitations (or opportunities) for you to engage with your senses and connect with the natural world. After each invitation, I’ll call us back together for some sharing time. To close our time together I’ll invite you to tea and a time of shared gratitude.
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Forest Bathing is not a hike or a naturalist walk. We may cover very little ground in our time together. I am not a therapist. I am a forest therapy guide. I like to say “the forest is the therapist, the guide opens the door.”
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Shin-rin yoku practices like forest bathing and nature therapy are adaptable for all ages and abilities. Private Walks and Retreats are offered for ages 13 and up. (Family Pathway and Nature Circle for all ages coming soon!) Pets are wonderful, but not invited to join walks or retreats.
