Forest Bathing with Sage Raindancer on May 4

Piloted in 2021, "WELLderness: An Outdoor Wellness Series" was developed to bring members of the community together (in person and online) to engage in activities that would have a positive impact on their physical and mental health and well-being. Throughout the year, people have the opportunity to participate in FREE events that center around fostering better connections to self and the environment.

**Masks are no longer required. They remain optional for those who wish to wear one during a Friends event**

About your Instructor

Since 2018 Sage has led forest bathing walks in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, & West Virginia. He has collaborated with companies such as Arc’teryx and REI. He has also guided walks for non-profits such as Corazon Latino, Parks RX, Nature Worx, and Friends of the National Arboretum. He has also led in-person and virtual walks for George Washington University’s Office of Integrative Medicine and Health, Georgetown University’s School of Medicine, the Anacostia Community Museum-Smithsonian Institute, and the Perry Point Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

To learn more, visit Sage's website

What you will be doing

Forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku in Japanese, means “bathing in the essence of the forest” and is a scientifically proven therapeutic modality to aid in one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Participate in a 120-minute Forest Bathing saunter guided by certified Nature and Forest Therapy instructor J. Sage Raindancer. Meander through the Kenilworth Aquatic Garden’s paths and ponds, providing a backdrop to prime your senses and observe nature differently. Explore and interact with the ponds with childlike curiosity and awe while taking the time to experience the therapeutic benefits of nature through forest bathing (Please be on the look-out for a post-event survey)

When

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:00 AM. Check-in opens at 8:45 AM

Where

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave Northeast, Washington, DC 20019. Participants will meet at the picnic area past the visitor center.

Getting There

By car, there is a large visitors parking lot at the park entrance on Anacostia Ave and abundant street parking surrounding the park. By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 mile from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line.

What to Bring

We recommend you bring a water bottle, snack, and sun protection (sunscreen, hat and/or sunglasses). Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for being outdoors.

Contact

For questions or concerns, contact Shannah Cumberbatch at [email protected] or 202-650-0455.

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