Forest Bathing

A typical forest therapy walk:

• is an opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and yourself through a series of sensory-opening activities.

• takes place for about 3 hours but covers less than a mile in distance. With advance notice, the length of time and distance covered can be adjusted.

• occurs on relatively flat ground, on and off walking paths.

• involves a series of sensory-opening “invitations” (optional guided activities), some of which are undertaken solo and some of which are done in pairs or groups.

Other info

What to Wear:

• comfortable shoes and clothes
• bring an extra layer since we will be moving slowly

What to Bring:

• a rain poncho/umbrella as needed
• sun hat and sunglasses as needed
• You also may wish to bring a water bottle and snack
• Sit stool or mat

Children: People sometimes ask if they can bring children with them on a public forest therapy walk.

• Teens are welcome to participate in the public walks, with teens under 16 accompanied by an adult. Including younger children in the public walks may distract their accompanying adults and other participants, making them less “present” and able to engage fully in the experience.

• Specially tailored forest therapy walks are great for children and for families with younger children. If you are interested in scheduling one, please contact us!