Queer Outdoor Relational Mindfulness Sunday - Welcoming the New Year ❄️

What to Expect

Join us for nature, connection and contemplation at Lake Anza in Tilden Regional Park. This is a gentle, contemplative gathering outside, not an intense hike.

Meeting Point: Lake Anza parking lot at Tilden
Carpooling Link: [https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/7bnw63](Carpooling)

Sample Schedule (SUBJECT TO CHANGE):

• Grounding & Check-in – We begin in circle with a simple icebreaker to arrive together
• Out Loud Noting/Social Meditation – Out loud noting practice to settle into presence and each other
• Four Elements Meditative Walk – A slow walk around the lake, tuning into earth, water, fire (sun), and air with awareness
• Picnic Lunch– Casual hanging & eating
• Tree Connection Practice – Notice which tree draws you. Sit under it, listen to what arises, and make an offering.
• Circle Sharing – Return to share what you noticed with the group
• Closing Reflection– We complete the circle together

What to Bring:
• Lunch for the picnic and plenty of water
• An offering for a tree – traditional options include flowers, herbs, tobacco, or water
• Warm clothes, maybe a blanket!

Accessibility Note: The walk around Lake Anza is partially wheelchair accessible, but not entirely. Wheelchair users are welcome to participate in what’s accessible or practice the meditative walk independently during that portion, as it will be done in silence. All bodies and mobility levels welcome

Inclement Weather: If there is severe cold below 35°, heavy rain, fire or storm of any kind the event will be cancelled with a day’s notice. We will still meet if there is light rain, fog, or lower temps. Please come prepared for the elements!