Question 1

What's the level of difficulty for this walk?

Accepted Answer

We will be walking approximately 2.5 miles on a paved and gravel trail up and down hills (we will not be walking the entire 3+ mile trail). The trail is rated as easy to moderate (due to hills).
We will be making at least 2 stops on the trail and they will be approximately 20 minutes each.

Question 2

What is Forest Bathing anyway?

Accepted Answer

Forest Bathing or Shinrin-Yoku is a guided walk sequence that combines mindfulness and nature to provide a unique sensory experience for you, allowing you to connect with nature differently.

Question 3

Forest Bathing? Do I need to bring soap?

Accepted Answer

No, definitely not! Although the term's second word is bathing, these walks have nothing to do with taking your clothes off (please don't) and bathing in water. Instead, I'll help you slow down and bath your senses in the natural world so that you can connect to nature and each other.

Question 4

Will I meet other people?

Accepted Answer

During the walk, a good deal of time is set aside for sharing your experiences. As the walk progresses, the sharing  will help you connect to other walkers (and nature).

Question 5

What health benefits are associated with Shinrin-Yoku/Forest Bathing?

Accepted Answer

Reduced blood pressure, decreased heart rate, lower stress hormone (cortisol), increased NK cells (the body's first line of defense against tumors and cancer), improved creativity and mental function are all proven health benefits.

Question 6

Is this a typical nature walk?

Accepted Answer

No, definitely not. This is not a walk focused on names and identification of flora and fauna. The emphasis is on slowing down and connecting with nature in a meaningful way.

Question 7

Why do I need a guide to do Forest Bathing?

Accepted Answer

We provide the container for your experience and facilitate sharing and connection with natural beings and other humans. Plus you won't have to worry about the details of where you're going, how you get back, how much time you should spend at various points, etc.

Question 8

Who will be my Forest Bathing guide?

Accepted Answer

Hugh Klesch-Sawyer, certified Forest Therapy Guide, will lead the walk and Rev. Annika Klesch-Sawyer (or alternate)will assist. Hugh is a trained Forest Therapy Guide and mindfulness practitioner while Rev. Annika is a non-denominational minister with extensive experience creating ceremonies

Question 9

How difficult is the walk?

Accepted Answer

You only need to be able to navigate an easy, paved trail.

Question 10

What else do I need to know?

Accepted Answer

Bring water. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes . You may want to bring bug repellent even in the Fall months.

Question 11

Who are the Stillpaths representatives at the event?

Accepted Answer

Hugh Klesch-Sawyer, Certified Forest Therapy Guide will guide the walk. Rev. Annika Klesch-Sawyer (or an alternate) who has more than 15 years of experience creating ceremonies and events, will also lead a ceremony towards the end of the walk.

Question 12

What is Forest Therapy vs Forest Bathing

Accepted Answer

Hugh is a certified Forest Therapy Guide. Forest Bathing is primarily a sensory immersion in nature. Forest Therapy techniques include creating the ideal structure to immerse the senses through easy to follow meditation and  a specific walk protocol.

Question 13

Why does Stillpaths offer these walks?

Accepted Answer

Stillpaths empowers you to live from a grounded, calm state where you experience a heightened sense of intuition and gratitude, self love and kindness. Since this state is tied to mindfulness, Stillpaths offers an easy way for you to stay in the moment through guided Forest Therapy walks.

Question 14

What will Stillpaths provide at this event?

Accepted Answer

- A brief history of the land, its peoples, and Unity Village
- An explanation of what Forest Bathing / Shinrin Yoku is
- Our Why
- Guided meditation
- 2 Sensory Invitations on the Unity trail (& sharing)
- Gratitude Ceremony to ground before returning to the 'real world'

Question 15

Will the leaves be red, orange, and yellow at the event?

Accepted Answer

No, most trees will be bare with frequent green bushes like Winter Berry and Honeysuckle. . You may  find beauty in the stark trees as they provide their silhouettes against the sky, allowing you to see their authentic selves..

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