Forest bathing is a beginner-friendly meditation practice based in the psychological benefits of spending time in nature. It has been proven to reduces stress by dropping cortisol levels in the body, which has a huge impact on overall well being; improving sleep, reducing muscle tension, and even improving focus. Participants walk away with a deeper […]
Learning the names of plants gives you a completely different lens while walking in the woods. It is almost a mindfulness practice in how it can take your mind off every day worries. Winter is an underrated time of year to begin or improve your plant identification skills because there are actually fewer to seem […]
Forest bathing is a beginner-friendly meditation practice based in the psychological benefits of spending time in nature. It has been proven to reduces stress by dropping cortisol levels in the body, which has a huge impact on overall well being; improving sleep, reducing muscle tension, and even improving focus. Participants walk away with a deeper […]
Connect with yourself and nature in this science-backed practice that encourages you to slow down, unplug, and reconnect with the natural world. Highly trained forest bathing guide will lead you through moments of stillness, their cues help you stay present, notice details, and truly immerse yourself in nature. It’s about being present, breathing in the […]
Are you captivated by the hidden world of fungi? Do you yearn to explore bog habitats and create whimsical mushroom masterpieces? Look no further than this mushrooms of the bog felting workshop!
Forest Bathing is a nature-based mindfulness practice that helps to reduce stress and stay in the moment. You may leave with less urgency to look at your phone and a greater connection to nature.
Happy Independence Day! We hope your celebrations are joyous and nature filled! SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve's trails, the Richter Education Center, and office will be closed in observance of the holiday. We will reopen on Friday.
