Mindfulness Hike at Detweiller Riverside Park

Name: Mindfulness Hike at Detweiller Riverside Park
Start: 2026-05-27T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Detweiller Park

Schedule

Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 09:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Detweiller Park | Peoria, IL

Register online at: https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2026-05-27-mindfulness-hike-detweiller-riverside-park
Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment.
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your connection to the natural world. These gentle, all-levels walks invite participants to notice the sights, sounds, textures, and rhythms of nature through simple mindfulness practices and guided reflection.
Each hike will take place at a different scenic location, offering fresh experiences and new perspectives along the way. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, spend more intentional time outdoors, or simply enjoy a peaceful walk in good company, these hikes provide a welcoming space to breathe deeply and be present.
Come as you are, comfortable walking shoes and curiosity encouraged.
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Join us at Detweiller Riverside Park for a Mindfulness Nature Walk led by Paul Resnick, Master Naturalist. A mindfulness hike is a walk in nature, focusing on gentle awareness of the present moment rather than the distance or speed of the hike. Being with nature in the present moment is our primary purpose.
Location: Detweiler Riverside Park - Meet in the parking lot.
Address: 8412 N Galena Rd, Peoria, IL 61614
Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 9am

This hike will be approximately two hours long, with frequent stops.
Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots
Bring a walking stick
Bring your water bottle

Registration required to reserve your space!
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact
Ainsley Olsen