Forest Bathing by Wild Earth Artistry

Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku (Japanese for “forest bath”), is a mindfulness-based practice of immersing yourself in a natural forest environment to enhance physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It originated in Japan in the 1980s as a response to rising stress levels and disconnection from nature due to urbanization.

• Walking slowly and quietly through a forest or wooded area
• Engaging the senses fully listening to birdsong, feeling the textures of bark or leaves, smelling the forest air
• Pausing often to breathe deeply, notice subtle details, or sit still
• Not a hike there’s no destination or fitness goal; the focus is presence and connection.

Research has shown that forest bathing can:

• Lower stress hormones (like cortisol)
• Reduce blood pressure and heart rate
• Improve mood and focus
• Strengthen the immune system
• Enhance feelings of awe, gratitude, and clarity

Sessions may include:

• Grounding exercises
• Gentle breathwork
• Sensory invitations (e.g., noticing textures, colors, sounds)
• Creative activities like journaling or nature art
• Quiet reflection or tea ceremonies in nature

Forest bathing is ultimately about slowing down, reconnecting to nature, and deepening awareness—something that’s accessible to nearly everyone, even in small wooded parks or backyard gardens.

These sessions required no experience, good for all level. Please advise Joelle of any mobitly issues or restrictions before the session so she can plan accordingly.

What to bring:

Always check the weather prior to coming and pack accordingly, sessions may still run through rain as this creates another unqique nautre experience.

Bring you water bottle.

A blanket to sit on is highly recommended.

Bug spray and sun screen if needed.

Comfortable footwear, closed toe is recommended as we wander through the forest.

Anything else you need to stay comfortably for a couple hours in nature.

If a session has to be cancelled due to extreme weather or any other reason Joelle will refund or trransfer your payment to the next session she hosts.

Host or Publisher Joelle Bourque