Forest Bathing: Nature’s Antidote to Stress (Marcy 55+)

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In our fast-paced, digital world, we often lose our connection to the natural environment. Forest Bathing, inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, is not a hike or a botanical study, it is a guided sensory experience. Join us to slow down, quiet the mind, and "bathe" your senses in the atmosphere of the forest. Research shows that just two hours of mindful nature connection can lower blood pressure, reduce cortisol levels, and boost your immune system. Please dress for the weather and bring a small sit-pad or camp chair if you prefer not to sit on the ground.

Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable

Refund Policy

Refunds (minus a $5 transaction fee) are given if you call or email at least three business days before a class begins. Full refunds will be given for any class that needs to be canceled by the site.