What to Expect
A forest therapy walk begins with a thoughtful orientation followed by entering liminality through the activation of our senses. Conscious walking and a series of carefully chosen invitations alternate with time to gather, share and listen. As we cross the threshold of incorporation, a forest therapy walk closes with tea and reflection. Forest therapy walks range from one to two hours including gathering, orientation, walk, and closing.
Forest Therapy
Imagine yourself or your group immersed in the healing power of nature on a guided forest therapy walk. Come rejuvenate your mind, body, soul. 'The forest is the therapist. The guide opens the door.'
Threshold of Connection
The forest therapy guide gathers and orients the group, helping participants to transition from their everyday concerns to a focused, receptive state by laying the framework for the walk. Learning about the history and benefits of forest therapy, the group prepares to deepen their connection to nature.
Activing the Senses
Engaging in a specific sequence of elements, participants experience sensory awareness to fully immerse themselves in the present moment. By slowing down and truly experiencing the sights, sounds, and scents of the forest, their senses are heightened and the forest is able to nurture their well-being and restore balance.
Invitations
A forest therapy walk takes place in a natural setting, providing a healing environment for relaxation and reflection through a series of invitations focused on specific elements. As we engage with the more-than-human world, oppportunities to gather, share, and listen allow for participants to process what they are experiencing together.
Threshold of
Incorporation
Forest therapy walks draw to a close as we cross the threshold of incorporation with tea, snack, and moments of shared reflection.
Support Forest Therapy for the Community
Contribute to the well-being of the community by providing funding for an individual or group to experience the health and wellness a forest therapy walk can provide. Click 'Donate' and make a difference by providing guided forest therapy walks to community groups of teens, elderly, educators.
