Shinrin-Yoku: Forest Immersion Practice

101 North Big Trees Park Road,Felton CA 95018

27 August, 2021

Description

Gather in the beauty of our local redwoods for a gentle stroll (or sit). Open your senses, using methods shown to improve well-being. Join us as we are ‘bathed’ or immersed in the sensory experiences of time among trees. Shinrin-yoku (a.k.a. forest bathing or forest immersion) involves mostly walking slowly through a wooded area, incorporating plenty of chances for standing still or sitting while you appreciate the details of the beauty around you, taking time to reconnect with the natural world. We will start with a brief explanation of shinrin-yoku practice, plus an opening ceremony and a brief meditation to prepare us. Then we’ll spend an hour or more on our own, gently and reverently immersing ourselves in the sensory experience of the woods. At the end, we’ll re-assemble and share insights from our experiences. Novasutras encourages wellness practices like shinrin-yoku to keep us resilient and engaged with earth care, community, and climate justice work. Come join your fellow activists and others who hold the living world in reverence for this restorative practice. Your registration includes a subscription to the Novasutras Newsletter (eight times per year), plus occasional emails about Novasutras events.Our events are offered in the gift economy – donation is not expected, but always welcome! You can help us most by offering monthly support via Patreon. Alternatively, please consider making a one-time donation via PayPal or in person at the event.