Relax your body, mind and soul through the nourishment of nature. Join us for a relaxing walk in the rich greenness beside the clear and sparkling, tumbling river. Enjoy the texture of stones worn smooth by aeons of rippling water. Look upwards and drink in the majesty of the tree canopy, arching above cool and green against the warming sun’s rays. Relax and linger to breathe in deeply the clean air rich with healing aerosols. Slow down and allow your whole being to enjoy this time, just for you, to connect and return to yourself.Join us for a relaxing walk in the rich greenness beside the clear and sparkling, tumbling river. Feel the silken water caressing your feet, rejuvenating and enriching the pores of your skin. Enjoy the texture of stones worn smooth by aeons of rippling water. Look upwards and drink in the majesty of the tree canopy, arching above cool and green against the warming sun’s rays. Relax and linger to breathe in deeply the clean air rich with healing aerosols. Slow down and allow your whole being to enjoy this time, just for you, to connect and return to yourself.
Originating in Japan in the 1980's, Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing or immersion in the forest) was found to be an effective preventative health practice that also connected people more deeply with the beautiful forests. Ongoing research has shown that trees and plants give off volatile oils called phytoncides that have physiological and psychological benefits for us.
The guided Forest Therapy walk involves a series of guided activities to open our senses to the medicine of the forest, boosts our immune system, reduces stress, regulates pulse and blood pressure and helps us feel calm amidst the everyday stresses of modern life.Over the two hours you will spend sometime walking slowly, stopping and sitting and enjoying the beauty of the place and connecting more deeply with nature.
Formalities to be aware of:I am a qualified Forest Therapy guide with the International Nature & Forest Therapy Alliance (INFTA)-The event will go ahead even in rainy weather. However if we need to cancel due to inclement weather, bush fires or notifications from council or parks authorities, participants will be notified accordingly-
You will be requested to fill out two forms, one at the beginning and one at the end of the walk (Preliminary Public Participant Agreement Form and Post-Walk Evaluation Form).
This 2 hour guided walk is suitable for adults and children >16 years.
The guided walk is not on formed paths and is not suitable for people with problems with mobility or balance.Participants should be able to walk at a slow pace, over various terrain. We recommend wearing closed, sturdy shoes.Participants are kindly requested to observe silence and quiet mindfulness during the activities.
Please bring a friend as a minimum of 2 for the walk to go ahead.
