Get outside and show yourself and the Earth some love through immersing yourself in the forests of Blue Mountain Park in Peekskill, NY (just over an hour north of NYC).

We’ll explore the forest and connect with nature through a slow-paced, easeful sensory exploration based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (“forest bathing”). Decades of studies have discovered a wide range of health benefits associated with this practice, including stress relief, better sleep, lowered blood pressure and inflammation, and improved immunity.

Your trained and certified guide will lead the way, offering optional invitations designed to help you step into your own authentic way of being in the outdoors.

Your guide will also provide: foam cushions to sit on as we interact mindfully with nature, and a special wild-foraged tea for our final circle.

When we intentionally slow ourselves down and awaken our senses, we can find a sense of connection with parts of ourselves and the natural world that we may not have even noticed we were missing.

All are welcome. No special skills or equipment required. We’ll cover under 1 mile in distance total, taking plenty of seated breaks along the way for our invitations. Consider this a mini-retreat for the mind, body, and soul.

Visit www.ForestBaths.earth to learn more.

“Fru will walk you through an amazingly calming experience, inviting you to slow down, let your life outside the moment to slide behind you, and experience an active stillness that is available and accessible in the forest. This is something we should be doing on a regular basis. I am now a forest bather for life.” — Past walk participant

🌿 🌲 Come and sit — we will hold space for you. 🌲 🌿

NOTES FOR ATTENDEES:

Weather Policy: In case of truly inclement/unpleasant weather, we’ll email you the day beforehand with options to rebook or refund. Otherwise this event is rain or shine!

Arriving and Parking: There are parking spaces available here (Google Maps link) — make a left at the fork at the entrance of the park, and proceed all the way to the end of the drive to find parking spaces. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to ensure you find parking, to use the facilities if you need to, and to sign our liability and release form.

What to bring/wear:

• Please come dressed comfortably and for the elements (extra layers, gloves, scarves, warm socks and waterproof shoes, etc.)
• A light bag or backpack for your possessions to keep your hands free (optional)
• Water bottle if you like (optional)

Restrooms: There are free Port-a-Johns available at Blue Mountain Park.