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Forest Bathing: Honoring Earth
Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center
4900 Independence Ave
Bronx, NY 10471
Celebrate planet earth 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 guides Cindy Olsen and Fru Molnar. 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. Earth Day event. Adults only, please.
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. Instructors may use portable speakers.
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