Forest Bathing: Mindfulness in Nature

Unplug for a few hours and take a rejuvenating stroll through the forest with us. This is a gentle and mindful outdoor experience that will allow you to connect deeply to the healing powers of nature. You will saunter along woodland trails, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds all around you, allowing you to become acquainted with life in the forest. Through bird and tree identification as well as wildlife tracking, you can begin to know our natural world more intimately. Improve your wellbeing with guided meditation, gentle movements and breathing exercises. This practice has been proven to reduce stress, strengthen the immune system and help restore a sense of balance.

This experience is led by Ami Jean Aubin, our Director of Education and Wellness, a certified Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Leader.

Experience Location
Dates
Times
Single Class Sign Up

Cranberry Pond

Join us for a New Year's Day Mindfulness Experience to set your intentions for 2025. This walk takes through Mt Toby State Forest through mature hemlock groves and along the shore of Cranberry Pond a 27 acre glacial kettle pond.

Dates: 1/1
3/17

Times: 10a-12p
10a-12p

1/1
3/17
10a-12p
10a-12p

Belchertown Holland Glen

This 290 acre property within the Holland Glen area, located off Route 9, contains a steep hillside with waterfalls, scenic vistas and is a popular place for hiking.

Dates: 2/24
4/14

Times: 10a-12p
10a-12p

2/24
4/14
10a-12p
10a-12p

Trustees: Chesterfield Gorge

A Trustees property since 1929, Chesterfield Gorge is an historic landscape comprised of primarily forested land and a 1.5 – mile stretch of the Westfield River, which over time, carved the feature for which the property is named.

Dates: 1/13

Times: 10a-12p

1/13
10a-12p

Additional information regarding this experience

What's Included?

Guided forest bathing experience with a certified Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide, Naturalist and Wildlife Tracker

What to Bring

Comfortable walking shoes

Layers appropriate for the temperatures

Plenty of drinking water

Price:
$30
Age:
18+
Fitness Level:
Basic
Skill Level:
Beginner
Waiver:
Each participant, or their guardian, must sign a waiver to participate in an Adventure East experience. Following payment of your online booking, your reservation confirmation will include a link to e-sign the waiver. Due to insurance requirements, we are unable to accommodate guests who do not sign a waiver.