The word human is rooted in (literally) the Latin humus, meaning of the earth; Forest Bathing helps us remember our of-the-earth-ness.
Often referred to as “Forest Therapy”, the land, trees, and all of its more-than-human inhabitants become a collective therapist.
As your guide, I approach each experience with a spirit of acceptance, there are no expectations and there is no right or wrong way to enter into a relationship with the More Than Human World. Because the forest is different every time and you are different every time - one session may lead to profound realisations, another can be deeply relaxing and restorative.
To connect with our humanness is a practice of re-membering…
Forest Bathing calls to the pieces of ourselves that delights in the smell of rain on the wind, plays with fluttering shadows of leaves, and traces love letters into the bark of a tree.
Reconnecting in this way places us back in the gossamer threaded web of interbeing, the web that joins us Earthlings with the More-Than-Human Beings and the More-Than-Human-World.
All is welcome and you are welcome.

Why Forest Bathing?
Connection and contemplation of Nature and the interconnectedness of all beings is a long held practice in many cultures, but the more formalised approach of Japanese shinrin-yoku (literally: "immersing oneself in the forest atmosphere" aka Forest Bathing or Forest Therapy), has spread across the world as a way to access and embody the physiological and psychological benefits of spending time with Nature.
Forest Bathing offers a unique way to experience the present moment; through sensory engagement, somatic exploration and meditative awareness, all whilst wandering slowly through a natural area. A typical Forest Bathing session is approximately 2.5 hours and covers only about ½ mile. The location of a Forest Bathing session is thoughtfully selected based on the trail accessibility and available services. If you have specific access needs, please do not hesitate to contact me, this practice is for everyone.
Upcoming Walks, Immersions & Retreats
- Forest Bathing with Mary OliverSun, Apr 20Salmon Creek / Harmony School
- Mother's Day Forest BathingSun, May 11Salmon Creek / Harmony School
- Spring Equinox Forest BathingSun, Mar 23Salmon Creek / Harmony School
- Sunday Forest BathingSun, Oct 20Salmon Creek / Harmony School
- Drawing in the BathSun, Oct 06Salmon Creek / Harmony School
- Fall Equinox Forest BathingSun, Sep 22Salmon Creek / Harmony School
