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As the holiday season begins to fill our calendars, give yourself the gift of slowing down. Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Jess Thenhaus, for a gentle Forest Bathing and Nature Therapy walk through Forest Park’s Kennedy Forest. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing), this guided experience invites you to awaken your senses, release stress, and reconnect with the quieter rhythms of the natural world.

We’ll begin with a brief introduction to Forest Bathing and the health benefits of spending time outdoors in every season before setting off on a leisurely walk with frequent stops for guided sensory invitations and reflection. No prior experience is needed. This is a leisurely, guided walk designed for a wide range of fitness levels, with frequent opportunities to pause and rest. Our route includes mostly paved paths.