Remotely-Guided Forest Bathing Experience
Virtual: Remotely-Guided Forest Bathing Experience: An introduction to the practice of forest bathing
Guided forest bathing is a gentle and relaxing practice that restores our connection with ourselves and our relationship to place. Take time out for yourself, for this very special Earth Day opportunity to connect with others virtually and experience forest bathing from wherever you are led by certified forest therapy guide and award-winning author, Nadine Mazzola. Awaken the joy and awe of nature and within. This experience will consist of a series of gentle activities (invitations) that allow participants to use their 5-senses to engage with nature from inside or outside. See additional details below.
WHERE
Join outside from a nearby natural area, backyard, porch or even from inside. Consider where you might want to be for this in advance and make sure your device works where you plan to be.
JOIN VIA ZOOM OR PHONE
You are welcome to join via zoom or dial in using your phone. A zoom link and phone number will be emailed to you the day before the program.
WHAT TO BRING
- A fully charged device or bring a back up charger
- You may want earbuds or headphones and comfortable clothes
- Something to sit on id you wish
- Sun, bug, rain protection and anything else that will support you in relaxing outside
- Keep warm and dry with extra layers (one more than you think you will need) or rain gear/umbrella if it is raining.
- If you cannot be outside, set yourself up next to a window or near a plant
- Have water or tea and a snack available for the end of our walk to enjoy together if you wish
- Zoom in or call in using the phone numbers.
About Nadine Mazzola, Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Award-Winning Author
Nadine Mazzola (she/her) is author of the multi award-winning book “Forest Bathing with Your Dog”. The founder of New England Nature and ForestTherapy Consulting (nenft.com), she has appeared on PBS, ABC, The Boston Globe and Boston Magazine and is a senior educator and advisor for the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Nadine has worked with leading conservation and educational and health organizations, speaking on forest bathing and conducting workshops. She teaches a variety of in-person and online training programs including forest therapy guide training certification, expressive arts, somatics, business skills for guides and professional development.
COST: FREE There is no fee to attend this event.