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\nJoin us for this 1-hour guided Forest Bathing experience in beautiful She vlin Park. You will be led through a series of Forest Bathing invitations by a local Certified Forest Therapy Guide.
\nWhat is Forest
Bathing?
"Forest bathing\, also known as Shinrin Yoku\, is a
practice where participants bathe themselves in the forest atmosphere. Th
ere is no water involved in this practice\, and the bathing refers to imme
rsing oneself in nature and the phytoncides\, a group of chemicals which p
lants use to communicate with each other. Scientists are finding that our
bodies respond to these chemical signals in ways which are beneficial for
us. Practicing forest bathing has been shown to increase immune response a
nd decrease stress hormones in the body."
What to Expect?< /strong>
\nWe will begin by slowly walking on an unpaved trail. \; There will be invitations to meditate\, share your experience with the group\, sit or lay down on a yoga mat (provided)\, or stand and observe na ture. \; Total hiking distance of 1 mile over uneven terrain.
\nMissie Wikler \;is a local Certified Forest Therapy G uide who has been guiding the local Bend community through outdoor wellnes s practices for over 3 years. She is trained with the Association of Natur e and Forest Therapy and guides with practices rooted in Traditional Japan ese Forest Bathing techniques\, Shinrin Yoku. "I look forward to guiding y ou!" Learn more at \;https:/ /www.romingyogabend.com/ \;
\nQuestions? Contact laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org \;
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