Name: Forest Bathing at Rookery Bay Reserve in Naples
Start: 2026-04-04T13:30:00.000Z
Location: Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center

Experience Rookery Bay Research Reserve like never before, this time under the moonlight! Join a Rookery Bay biologist for magical evening walks beneath the full moon, where the wild world comes to life after dark. As the sun sets, explore the trails and tune in to the sounds of birds settling down and night creatures waking up. From flying bats to croaking frogs and unusual nocturnal insects, you never know what might be seen under the stars and moonlight.
Perfect for nature lovers, night owls and the curious of all ages.

## What's included

Guided walk will provide access to areas normally closed before sundown.

# Pricing

$25/person

## What to bring

We recommend the following:
-bug repellent
-flashlight or headlamp
-water
-closed-toe shoes
-lightweight long sleeves and pants

## Restrictions

Boardwalk is not ADA accessible

**Sign-Up at https://rookerybay.org/events/** or [Click Here](https://rookerybay.org/events/)!

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Club member John Ervin, an experienced orchid grower, will demonstrate mounting techniques and provide instructions for successful plant care of bare root orchids. A hands-on activity will follow.
The meeting will include approximately 100 blooming plants of different varieties brought by members for judging and awards, opportunities to take orchids home, and light refreshments.
Guests are welcome to attend the monthly meetings with free admission or to join for $40 and receive club benefits that include free orchids several times a year.

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Orchid mounting workshop 

**NOTE: You must register and pay at rookerybay.org/events.**

Enjoy a forest bathing wellness experience among the trees and wildlife along the Snail Trail and Henderson Creek at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center in Naples.

Also known as shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is a slow, quiet, guided sensory experience with nature that helps people relax. The mindfulness practice has physical and mental health benefits such as reducing stress and anxiety and helping with cardiovascular and respiratory health.

Your ticket includes same-day admission to the two-story nature center that has aquariums, touch tank, exhibits, butterfly garden, picnic areas, art gallery, and gift shop.

This program is for ages 18+. Plenty of free parking. Restrooms available.

**\*\* REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AT [ROOKERYBAY.ORG/EVENTS](http://www.rookerybay.org/events)**

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