Join Davinica for a mindful amble through the woods as the cycle of life renews in spring.
Through this immersive forest bathing practice, you’ll deepen your relationship with yourself and the land you inhabit. After some guided breathing and gentle movement, we'll amble along the trail, engaging our curiosity, awakening our senses, and enjoying the serenity of winter. No previous meditation experience is necessary, all are welcome!
What is forest bathing? Forest bathing comes from the Japanese term, Shinrin-yoku. The phrase simply means “taking in the forest atmosphere”. The modern techniques of forest bathing as a medical practice were developed in Japan in the 1980s, though they were developed from the ancient arts of mindfulness and meditation.
Families are welcome! No registration is required for kids under 12.
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 fully refunded.
Choose footwear and clothing layers appropriate for the weather and uneven trails.
Bring a trail seat or blanket to sit on.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTE
Cost: Nobody will be turned away for a lack of funds. Please reach out to Davinica at davinica@kaneel.me to figure out a cost that feels accessible to you.
Parking: There is a small parking lot immediately to the right when you turn onto Gull Crest Drive. The trailhead is on the opposite (west) side of Spurwink Avenue, across from the bottom of the field just below the parking area.
Trail: This walk is not wheelchair accessible. It will be slow and meandering over a short distance, not a hike. In total, we’ll traverse a little less than 1 mile, and throughout the practice, there will be moments to rest. The path will be a mix of grassy meadows, boardwalks, and forest trails with a very slight elevation of 24 ft with a maximum grade of 5.38%. To get onto the trail from the road there is an uneven and somewhat steep step down. Davinica will provide stabilizing support for this step for anyone who needs assistance.
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 certified as a 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.