CT Trails Day — Intro to Forest Bathing
Lyme | Updated: March 28, 2024 11:00 PM
Location: Banningwood Preserve, Lyme, CT
Address: 19 Town St., Lyme, CT 06371
Date: 1 Jun
Curious about forest bathing? On CT Trails Day, come dip your toes into this Japanese-inspired practice of “taking in the forest atmosphere.” Slow down, awaken your senses, and enjoy the wonders of nature as you deeply relax in the forest.
On this 75 -minute intro to forest bathing walk, you’ll be guided on a gentle, mindful stroll. Along the way, your certified forest therapy guide, Regan Stacey, will offer you a series of sensory-opening “invitations” designed to help you connect with the natural world in your own authentic way. Leave your stresses behind and connect with the healing powers of nature.
The walk is about a half-mile over easy to moderate terrain.
Rain or shine.
No charge.
Ages 16+. No pets please.
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.
Regan Stacey is an artist and environmentalist whose passion is to re-connect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and our planet, Earth. She is also co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world. Locally, she is involved in a number of nature-based organizations and facilitates the Tree Collective, a teen conservation club, through the Lyme Land Trust. You can find out more about her work at reganstacey.com
More DetailFrequently asked questions
Where is CT Trails Day — Intro to Forest Bathing in Lyme?
Banningwood Preserve, Lyme, CT, 19 Town St., Lyme, CT 06371
When is CT Trails Day — Intro to Forest Bathing in Lyme?
CT Trails Day — Intro to Forest Bathing is scheduled for 1 Jun.
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