The Glasgow Tree Hugging Tournament 2024

Spending time in nature and being among trees has been proven to reduce stress, boost our immune systems and lower blood pressure. Taking that further when you hug a tree you release the love hormone oxytocin giving you that warm fuzzy feeling...and it is a fun thing to do too!

During this event you will have the opportunity to truly express yourself and embrace the natural world around you whilst in the beautiful setting of Dams to Darnley woodlands.The Glasgow Tree Hugging Tournament is made up of three categories, each lasting 1minute, and participants are invited to take part in each one.

Speed Hugging: Where participants are invited to hug as many trees as possible in one minute with each hug lasting at least five seconds.

Dedication: In this round participants will have a minute to show their devotion, passion and loyalty to a tree of their choosing.

Freestyle: An opportunity for all tree huggers to get creative with a minute of innovative and inventive hugging.

The Glasgow Tree Hugging Tournament has joined forces with The World Tree Hugging Association, in HaliPuu forest in Levi, Findland. The winner of The Glasgow Tree Hugging Tournament will have the opportunity to apply to enter the 2025 World Championships in Findland (please note this is self funded).

https://www.worldtreehuggingassociation.org

Meet your event hosts:

Shuna Mercer is a Nature-Based Play Therapist with over 30 years’ experience of working with children, adolescents and families. She combines her love for nature with a passion for helping others, creating joyful, healing environments. Shuna’s approach encourages creativity, connection, and growth, all while embracing the magic of the
outdoors.

You can find her on Facebook at OPT for Outdoor Play Therapy.

Vicki Dale is a happiness facilitator and self-confessed tree hugger with a
passion for connecting with nature. She encourages mindfulness and
well-being by embracing the simple but profound beauty of the outdoors,
inspiring others to appreciate and protect the environment while living
a more balanced and fulfilled life.

You can find her on Facebook and Instagram as Happier By Nature

Host or Publisher Shuna Mercer