Name: Forest Bathing
Start: 2025-10-12T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-12T16:30:00-04:00
Location: Amethyst Retreat Center

Forest Bathing Guide: Justin Ferko, Certified with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
A Forest Bathing walk is a slow meditative 2-2.5 hour guided walk of a mile or less in which you will be invited to experience the natural environment at various locations on the land. The practice originated in Japan where it is known as shinrin yoku. It’s called “Forest Bathing” because we walk under the trees and trees produce phytoncides, although invisible to us, they protect trees from fungi and research shows that being in the presence of phytoncides boosts our immune system!

https://www.amethystretreatcenter.org/forest-bathing
As your guide, Justin will support your experience by inviting your awareness of your senses and offering a series of invitations. Each walk concludes with tea and the invitation to share your experience with the other participants.

Location: The Main House at Amethyst Retreat Center- 44 Buffalo Creek Rd, Duncannon PA

Registration:
Registration is required and limited for these events. Each ticket to join is $30 per person.
This event is meant for those ages 18+ only.
https://www.amethystretreatcenter.org/forest-bathing
Benefits of Forest Bathing can include:
-a sense of calm, feeling rested
-lowered blood pressure
-boosted immune system from phytoncides
-connection to one’s own body and the Earth
-re-engaging with the sense of play
-beginning a nature-connection practice of your own
What you can expect on a Forest Bathing walk:
-a fun, mindful experience outdoors connecting with nature, yourself, and community
-These walks are accessible for all mobilities & there will be some seat cushions and camp stools available for participant use.
What you should bring:
-Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring layers for changes in temperature, a water bottle, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray
-a cushion or stadium seat to sit on or a camp chair to sit on during invitations and sharing time, some will be available to borrow
-Epi pen if you have been prescribed one for allergies
Additional Notes:
-Folks of all mobilities are able to participate
-Please no dogs or cell phones.
-Age 18+ only.
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds. There are no transfers to other dates. Sales are final. If in the unique event that Amethyst needs to cancel, we will notify you and will refund your payment. If you are unable to attend you can give your ticket to a friend in your place.