Pre-registration is required to attend this program. Online registration closes at 12pm the day before the program, unless it is sold out first. If this program is sold out, please complete online registration to be added to the waitlist. You will not be charged to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if spots become available.
Join ANFT certified forest therapy guide, Katie Venechuk, to explore the relaxing practice of guided Shinrin-yoku beneath the October full moon at Blandford Nature Center (BNC)! This program begins with a brief introduction to the background and research of Shinrin-yoku (translated in English as “forest bathing”), how it differs from a hike in the woods, and why it’s internationally recognized as an effective tool for natural stress relief. From there, you’ll be led in a full length (three hour long) Shinrin-yoku experience in the Blandford forest, stepping away from the busyness of day-to-day life for time in nature as the sun sets and the full moon rises. This experience includes a guided meditation, prompts for nature exploration and more - helping you to slow down, notice new details in the world around you and build deep memories of your time outside. We'll end with a candlelit wild foraged tea ceremony in the woods, offering you a chance to sip a nutritious tea, enjoy a snack, visit with community, and ask our guide questions. From moonshadows to nighttime wildlife, there is so much to discover beneath the full moon! We hope you'll join us to see what nature has to share with you during this special autumn offering at BNC. Space is limited to 18 people, sign up soon to save your spot!
Instructor: Katie Venechuk, founder and program guide at In Your Element Wellness and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
Price:
Member: $32
Non-Member: $40
This program is intended for ages 18 and up.
Please Note: This program will take place entirely outdoors. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled, and participants will be notified of their refund options and/or a possible makeup date.
COVID-19 Information: As of January 1, 2023, face coverings are not required while participating in programs indoors or outdoors at Blandford. Blandford continues to monitor local COVID rates and reserves the right to reinstate masking requirements for staff, general visitors, and program participants of all ages, regardless of vaccination status, if community health concerns arise. Blandford will notify program participants if this policy changes before a scheduled program takes place. Participants should not attend a program if they show any signs of infectious illness, including cough, fever, headache, runny nose, vomiting or diarrhea.
Cancellation Policy: Notice must be received at least 7 days before the scheduled program to receive a 75% refund. Due to processing fees, full refunds are not available. There will be no refunds issued after that time. All Community Programs will be held unless there is severe weather. Please come prepared for the elements as refunds are not available for weather-related conditions except in the case of severe weather. All Community Programs will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.
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