Guided Shinrin-yoku: Rest and Restore in Nature
1715 Hillburn Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (616) 735-6240
https://www.blandfordnaturecenter.org/events/guided-shinrin-yoku-rest-restore-in-nature/?occurrence=2024-04-11
Email: social@blandfordnaturecenter.org
Phone: (616) 735-6240
Join ANFT certified forest therapy guide, Katie Venechuk, to explore the relaxing practice of guided shinrin-yoku and the beauty of Blandford Nature Center. Our program begins with a brief introduction to the background and research of shinrin-yoku (translated in English as “forest bathing”), how it differs from a hike in the woods, and why it’s internationally recognized as an effective tool for natural stress release. From there, you’ll be guided in a unique shinrin-yoku experience while exploring the beautiful forests and meadows of Blandford; helping you relax, reconnect, and experience your time outdoors in a new way. Our program ends with a special wild foraged tea ceremony in the forest, offering you new tastes and nourishment from nature, a snack, and time to visit as a community. Originally launched in 2023, we’re excited for the return of this popular monthly program – now expanded with a longer timeframe! We hope you’ll join us as we slow down, find presence and enjoy the wilderness of BNC through the lens of Shinrin-yoku.
Instructor: Katie Venechuk, founder and program guide at In Your Element Wellness and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
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Please Note: This program will take place mainly outdoors. In the event of severe weather, this program will be canceled, and participants will be notified of their refund options and/or a possible makeup date.