2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Day at Wolf River Greenway at Epping Way

Wolf River Conservancy, Sylvamo, Memphis Shelby County Schools, The Voice of MSCS 88.5FM are excited to welcome the Memphis community to The Wolf River Greenway at Epping Way for the 2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Day - Saturday, October 1, 2022, 9am-12pm!

It seems like the hits keep coming in our community, and we want to give EVERYONE a place and space to rejuvenate their spirit, relax, heal, process, meditate and be one with nature! We have an amazing morning planned at The Wolf River Greenway at Epping Way (2630 Epping Way Ext.) that includes:

1-Mile Mindfulness Walk: This experience is designed to give participants a quiet place to walk, reflect and learn a little about the natural resources right in our backyard (in Raleigh) that are FREE and open to the public.

What to bring: walking or running shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses or hat, blanket or chair to sit on after.

3-Mile Adventure Hike: The 1-mile mindfulness walk will take an adventurous turn at the end. Over the bridge on the trail, a walk turns into a hike through the woods with a BIG pay-off at the end: A HIDDEN BEACH! (In Memphis?! YES!)

What to bring: long sleeves, socks, hiking boots or tennis shoes, long pants, bug spray, blanket or towel to sit on at the beach.

Yoga Demonstration: The Yoga Kick-back will be leading three FREE yoga classes on the half hour (9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am) for everyone for a guided meditation, self-awareness, tranquility session.

What to bring: Towel or yoga mat, water, will probably remove shoes/socks, hat or sunglasses.

Other Family Activities: No matter your fitness level, there is something for everyone to do! Perhaps you don't feel up to walking and just want to enjoy the green space - you can do that, too! Feel free to bring blankets, lawn chairs, supplies for a picnic, fishing poles, bubbles, sunscreen, bug spray, hats. A fitness class and kayaking will also be happening at the property during this time - you are welcome to participate in these activities, as well.

Other details: Water, cold pressed juices, smoothies, and snacks will be provided. Port-o-potties, trash cans and BBQ grills are onsite. You will be able to learn more about mental health resources, stress tips and other self-care information on-site.

There will also be a contest for those who want to up the ante - download the iNaturalist app and be ready to identify the flora and fauna native to the Wolf River Watershed!

For more information: Email [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Wolf River Greenway - Epping Way, 2630 Epping Way Drive, Memphis, United States