Join Founding Board Member, Debby Singleton, on a guided Nature Immersion Experience along the newly-certified Forest Therapy Trail at the Jackson County Greenway. Guided Forest Bathing is an opportunity to connect with nature and experience the Jackson County Greenway in a new way. During this 2-hour experience, we will balance leisurely strolling, observation and reflection, and solo time. Debby will offer invitations for safely engaging with nature through our sense of sight, smell, touch, hearing, and taste. This is an opportunity to slow down, unplug, de-stress, and practice presence in the moment. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “bathing in the forest,” this immersion is an opportunity to experience the restorative benefits of the forest around us. At the end of our immersion, we will share our experiences with a peaceful tea ceremony.

This experience is best suited for participants ages 13 and above. The walk will begin at Locust Creek Trailhead, at 342 Old Cullowhee Road, Sylva. You can find directions HERE.

About your guide: Debby Singleton is an ANFT-Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, educator, outdoor leader, and artist. Debby has been guiding forest bathing walks since 2014. She is a recently retired associate instructor of Parks & Recreation Management & Health-Physical Education from WCU.

This event is free & open to all. Donations of $35 are encouraged and help events like this remain sustainable and accessible to all.

Limited to 10 participants.