A forest therapy walk is a slow, guided experience in nature designed to awaken your senses, quiet your mind, and deepen your connection with the natural world. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), these walks are not hikes or fitness-focused. Instead, they are gentle, intentional journeys that invite you to slow down and be present with the sights, sounds, scents, and textures of the forest.
As your certified forest therapy guide, I offer a series of simple invitations to help you engage more deeply with the natural world—through movement, stillness, observation, or imagination. There is no right or wrong way to participate. The forest is the therapist; the guide opens the door.
Each walk usually lasts 2 to 2.5 hours and ends with snacks and tea (iced) and sharing circle, giving space for reflection and connection. Forest therapy walks can support well-being, reduce stress, and bring a renewed sense of peace, clarity, and joy.