Fall Forest Bathing - A Mindful Walk in the Beauty of Fall
Hartman Reserve Nature Center, Black Hawk County
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Forest
bathing is a slow-paced, therapeutic, guided walk that promotes wellness
through a series of gentle, sensory-opening invitations. This practice helps
participants to slow down, be in the moment, address circling thoughts, and
heighten their senses. It’s a time for individual, quiet reflection. Studies
have shown a wide array of health benefits to being in nature, especially in
the cardiovascular and immune systems, and to help stabilize mood and improve
cognition. A growing number of health professionals are prescribing a walk in
the woods to complement or even substitute for traditional medicine. Most walks don’t
travel far and are on a relatively flat trail to accommodate those with
mobility issues. Please call Connie Svoboda, Certified Forest Therapy Guide at Hartman Reserve with any questions or concerns, 319-277-2187.
$25.00 per person for this 3-hour forest bathing event. Limit 15 people.
Registration deadline is Thursday, September 28 at noon, after which time an email will be sent to forest bathing participants with instructions specific to the event. Contact Connie at 319-277-2187 with any questions. Forest bathing is beneficial for all ages; however, this particular forest bathing session is for ages 18+.
Please note: Private walks are available at any time for families, organizations, or groups. Call Connie at 319-277-2187 to schedule a private walk.
Hartman Refund Policy: Refunds will only be given in the case of a documented medical emergency or funeral for programs more than $10. If program cost is under $10, a program voucher will be offered for a future program. If a program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen reasons, then a similar program will be offered in its place.
