CD: A Guided Forest Therapy Walk with Annelise Goldstein and Mette Lose

This event is open to Members and Non-Members. Register and purchase your ticket(s) below. 

Forest Therapy builds on the Japanese practice known as “Shinrin-yoku” (or in English, Forest Bathing) which is the practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, well-being, and happiness. It is called “therapy” because spending time in nature invites healing interactions. There is a long tradition of this in cultures throughout the world. It is not just about healing people; it includes healing for the forest, river, desert, or whatever environment you are in.

Forest Therapy is a research-based framework that supports healing and well-being through immersion in nature. Studies have shown a wide range of health benefits, especially cardiovascular and immune systems, and improved mood and cognition. Beyond health benefits, the intention is also to explore what happens when people remember that we are part of nature, not separated from it and that we are related to all other beings fundamentally.

It is not a hike. The pace is slow and no longer than 500 meters. The walk lasts about three hours and involves both moving, standing still, or sitting. Please wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing appropriate for the weather. We will walk rain or shine so good outdoor gear is recommended. You may also want to bring a bottle of water.

“The forest is the therapist. The guide opens the door.”  Join your guides Annelise and Mette for a Forest Therapy walk that follows a sequence of invitational events designed to open the door to all of your senses, cultivate presence and bring you in close connection with the forest.
Annelise and Mette were trained as Forest Therapy guides in the rain forest of Costa Rica in March 2020 just before the world was changed by the Coronavirus. When not guiding walks in the forest, Annelise and Mette work as organizational consultants in the areas of leadership and personal development.