Forest Bathing Winter Solstice

(for adults)

From time immemorial humans have observed the Winter Solstice as a special day on the calendar; the day when the hemispheric pole is at its further point from the Sun.  Cultures around the world mark this auspicious ‘turning towards the light’ with feast and celebration, and in quiet reflection.  The Winter Solstice will occur on December 21st as the Sun, having reached its further point from us, begins its long journey back providing us with a little more of its precious light each day.

What better way to prepare for this important passage than by taking a pause to reflect as you deepen your nature connection with a Forest Bathing walk at the Arboretum.  Limited availability, so book your place soon at this very special event.

A few tips from Rich to make your walk more comfortable:

• The walk will last for about 2.5 hours. We will be moving slowly and using our senses to connect with nature so this will not be an athletic walk.
• Please dress in layers so you can be comfortable with temperature changes.
• If you wish, you can bring sunscreen, bug spray, and/or water.
• Rich will provide small mats to use when sitting.
• The walk will be postponed in the event of inclement weather.

Rich Collins is a Certified Guide for the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT), based in Morristown & Barnegat Light, New Jersey.  His company, Friendly Territory, specializes in Nature & Forest Therapy walks and retreats. He is a husband, proud father and grandfather, entrepreneur, and daily meditator.