Experience two City of Edmonton Root for Trees and Community Forestry programs.

You will be guided between the following activities:

Learning about and planting trees, shrubs and wildflowers native to the Edmonton area
Introduction with a certified Shinrin Yoku practitioner to the practice of forest bathing
Reflection and sharing time along with herbal tea

Forest bathing, also known as forest therapy or Shinrin Yoku, is the practice of spending time in a forest or natural area to enhance well-being.

Important Considerations

*Wear and bring layers appropriate to the weather

*Please bring your own water bottle and a cup for herbal tea! (Compostable cups provided)

*Wear closed toed shoes if you want to plant! (Crocs don't count!)

Weather

This event will run rain or shine! However, in the event of severe weather, this event may be shortened or cancelled for staff and public safety.

Severe weather conditions that would necessitate cancellation include:

Thunderstorms or lightning
Temperature equal to or above 34°C, including the Humidex
Wind, including gusts, of over 45 km/h
An air quality health index (AQHI) of 7 or above

The City of Edmonton retains the right to modify or cancel the event in the case of inclement weather and public safety. Please check our webpage for up to date information.

More information about Forest Bathing:

Sessions are tailored to the location and group needs, engaging one or more of your senses. Activities may include:

Silent meditation

Exploratory walking

Mindful sensory exploration

Group and individual reflections

Edmonton’s urban forest offers diverse experiences for all participants! See this webpage for more info.

More information about Root for Trees:

Root for Trees is the City of Edmonton's volunteer tree-planting initiative! You can take part in helping expand our urban forest when you volunteer with us. More opportunities can be found here.

Root for Trees increases tree and shrub planting throughout the city with the help of corporations, local businesses, community groups, teams, families and individual residents.

Please arrive on time so we can make most use of limited daylight!

Trees and Tea (October 10)