Photo credit: Chris Ayres
Hone your observation skills amidst meadows, forests, saltwater marsh, fresh water ponds, and more.
We’re partnering with Friends of Casco Bay for each of the four seasons to hone your observation skills amidst meadows, forests, saltwater marsh, freshwater, and more. Davinica will lead grounding exercises to heighten our senses, followed by a guided walk exploring the dynamic interactions of fresh and saltwater ecosystems. We’ll conclude each session with moments of reflection.
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and join us each season to witness the changing landscape.
All are welcome at any session. We encourage you to attend all four sessions to observe the full spectrum of seasonal transformations.
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION
This event will be held in all weather conditions. If the event needs to be canceled due to dangerous weather or temperature, you will be notified via email from Friends of Casco Bay.
Choose footwear and clothing layers appropriate for the weather and uneven trails.
If you are able to sit on the ground, please bring a trail seat or blanket to sit on.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTE
Cost: This event has been generously sponsored by Friends of Casco Bay and is free for everyone.
Parking: We will be meeting at the Spear Farm Estuary Preserve trailhead. There is a small dirt parking lot next to the trailhead for a few cars. If you can carpool, please do so.
Trail: This walk will not be wheelchair accessible. It will be slow and meandering over a short distance, not a hike. In total, we’ll traverse about 1 mile, and throughout the practice, there will be many moments to rest. The path is a mix of grass and wooded trails. It has a maximum elevation of 49 feet with a grade ranging from -5% to 6%.
Sensory Activities: Throughout the meditation, participants will be invited to explore the space using their senses of hearing, sight, smell, and touch. Participation in any of these activities is not required and can be adapted for those with sensory impairments or difficulties.
Restrooms: There is no restroom for this event.
About Kaneel
Kaneel offers guided mindfulness practices in natural settings throughout the state of Maine. It has grown out of a dedication to learning, sustaining, and celebrating all that the more-than-human world is willing to share with us. Through our offerings, we encourage people to connect with the natural world in meaningful ways so they may become active stewards of our planet.
Kaneel’s founder and owner, Davinica Nemtzow, is a Jewish educator, certified Mindful Outdoor Guide from the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, and a proud Mainer. She is dedicated to bringing together community in inclusive, fulfilling, and creative ways.