Forest Bathing

Experience an ancient wellness practice being rediscovered anew in the 21st century. Join us on an immersive, meditative, and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience (Shinrin-Yoku). See first-hand how nature’s fractals, sounds, and sensations reduce your stress and anxiety, and enhance your focus. Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our county’s green forested spaces.

Join expert Forest Bathing guide David Motzenbecker for an immersive Shinrin-Yoku experience, reconnecting with the ancient Japanese practice of forest bathing, which is thriving in the 21st century. Step into nature and explore how its fractals, sounds, and sensations can ease stress and anxiety, while enhancing focus and well-being. Slow down and awaken your senses as you immerse yourself in the forest’s calming embrace. Our guided walks offer thoughtful invitations, encouraging you to experience the forest in deeply personal and transformative ways.

Spring Equinox Forest Bathing

Celebrate the return of light and the renewal of spring with a guided forest bathing experience honoring the Spring Equinox and International Day of Trees. As day and night come into balance, we’ll slow down and engage the senses through gentle invitations that foster reflection, restoration, and a deeper connection to the forest.

Space is limited.

Cost

• $45/person each session.
• A Washington County park vehicle permit is required ($7/daily or $30/annual).

Forest Bathing