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Spring Equinox Forest Bathing
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Meet at Perkins Visitor Center
Celebrate spring with some moments of grounding and mindfulness. Receive prompted invitations to engage your senses as you move through the garden on a meditative stroll with certified nature therapy guide Cindy Olsen. Benefits of Forest Bathing may include cardiovascular strength-building, stress reduction, improved cognitive functioning, boosting the immune system, and creating a deeper connection to nature and the self. Enjoy the healing benefits of the garden, then conclude with ceremonial tea. Severe weather cancels.
Space is limited; adults only, please. Registration is required, online or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.
Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call the telephone number and extension above.
Walks follow a route along mixed-material pathways with varying elevations. This program could be considered a moderate hike; gentler routes with a slower pace can be made available. There will be short stops along the way where participants will also be invited to gather, share, engage and/or observe.
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Cindy Olsen
Cindy Olsen
Cindy Olsen is the founder of Cindy By Nature, LLC., which offers award-winning mindful nature programs throughout the region. She is certified through the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership, the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and Mindful Schools. She is an educator with the Sheldrake Environmental Center and The Rewilding School, as well as a meditation teacher with Pause To Be Present Meditation. Her work has been featured in Forbes and was winner of Best of Westchester Award. She is passionate about sharing the powerful physical and mental benefits of nature and mindfulness with others.
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