Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku)
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Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku)
Ever wonder why you feel so good after you've spent time outdoors?
Inspired by the popular Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, Forest Bathing is scientifically proven to boost immunity, regulate blood pressure, reduce stress, increase creativity and improve focus. Beyond these physiological changes, Forest Bathing also offers the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. Forest Bathing is a slow and mindful wander in the woods with a trained guide who shares invitations designed to open each of the senses and create space for connection and interactive experiences with the forest.
Laura Putnam, RN and Forest Therapy Guide will offer a series of skillfully crafted invitations which support participants in finding their own authentic way of interacting with the land. There’s no right or wrong way to do it and all are welcome, regardless of fitness level. Forest Bathing is not a hike, in fact there is no physical destination. **Total walking distance is less than 1/4 mile. The entire program takes place outdoors and we will practice social distancing.
Who: Adults 18+
When: Saturdays 1/23-2/13 weather make-up days 2/20 & 2/27
Time: 10-11am
Where: Adam Park: Please park on the left side of the Tennis Courts
Cost: Res $60 NRes $65
Min/Max: Min 4 Max 8
Questions will be ask upon arrival.
Covid-19 Screening questions:
i. Do you have any of the following symptoms of COVID-19:
1. Fever (a documented temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher) or
are feeling feverish;
2. Respiratory symptoms such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat,
cough, or shortness of breath;
3. General body symptoms such as muscle aches, chills, and severe fatigue;
4. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; or
5. Changes in your sense of taste or smell?
ii. Have you been in close contact with someone who is suspected or confirmed
to have had COVID-19 in the past 10 days? (Note: healthcare workers caring for
COVID-19 patients while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment are
not considered to have a close contact exposure and should answer “No” to this
question).
iii. Have you traveled on non-essential travel in the past 10 days outside of New
Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, or Rhode Island (this
includes any international travel or travel by cruise ship and any domestic travel,
within the US, outside of NH, VT, RI, CT, MA or ME, regardless of the mode of
transportation)?