The Joy of Spring | A Guided Forest Bathing Experience

Location: Ravine Trail

Address: Mitchell Hill Rd., Lyme, CT 06371

Date: 18 Apr

Awaken your senses and take in the spring air as we walk along a cascading stream and gently ascend to an overlook. Surprise yourself with all that is emerging and waking up this time of year.

The session includes a short gentle mindful movement practice, a sensory awakening meditation, and concludes with tea together in the forest. Opportunities to connect with nature will be offered along the way.

About 1-mile over easy to moderate terrain.

Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku - taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure, increased creativity and focus, improved mood and sleep, and a boost to immune functions. In addition to the health benefits, this practice offers a pathway of reconnection to our Earth, restoring our relationship with the natural world for the well-being of all.

Registration: $25 ~ includes the program and tea

Ages 18+. No pets please.

Regan Stacey is an artist and advocate for the Earth whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature for personal, collective, and planetary well-being. Through her private practice, she offers forest bathing experiences and mindfulness in nature retreats.

She is co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world. Find out more about her work at reganstacey.com or theforesttherapyschool.com

Questions? Email Regan at [email protected]

What participants are saying...

My senses and emotions were engaged in an uplifting way, with curiosity and joy. – Janet Schloss

Thank you for a beautiful experience today! It felt familiar and different at the same time. Your calming presence, guidance, and white pine tea were all appreciated. – Elise Forbes

I recently participated in a Forest Bathing walk with a small group led by Regan and experienced a soothing and energizing morning. Though I walk often on trails in the woods, it was somehow different to be there for the sole purpose of sensing the deep stillness and silence that nature can provide. I felt deeply connected to the earth, the moss, the trees, the rocks, and the soft, cool air. Regan gave us good suggestions on how to connect to our environment, to listen and to breathe. It was a truly immersive experience, and one I hope to repeat soon. – Mary Guitar