Not a naturalist hike or fitness outing, forest bathing is an intentionally guided ramble designed to help participants absorb nature through all five senses. Since 1982, studies conducted at institutions such as the Nippon Medical School in Tokyo and Stanford University School of Medicine have demonstrated that forest bathing can reduce stress hormones, improve mood and cognitive function, and even boost the immune system. a trained facilitator through a series of mindful and sensory-based activities in a forest or natural setting. During a guided forest bathing session, the facilitator will guide you through a series of exercises designed to help you tune into your senses and surroundings. This may include simple mindfulness practices like deep breathing and meditation, as well as sensory-based exercises like noticing the textures of tree bark, the sounds of birds, or the smell of the forest. You may also be invited to engage in gentle movement exercises, such as walking slowly, stretching, or practicing yoga poses. These activities are meant to help you connect with your body and the natural environment around you.