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Forest Swimming & Nature Therapy Mini-Retreat
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Enjoy an opportunity to built skills that will help you to be more present
- Work to deepen your connection with nature, yourself, and your community
- Unplug, unwind, and recharge in the tranquility of the Blue Ridge Mountains
- Have the chance to calm your mind by taking part in a relaxing tea ceremony
- Uncover the secrets of the Japanese art of immersion in a forest environment
Activity location
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806, USA | Note: Many GPS units do not correctly identify the Arboretum’s location, therefore we do not recommend a general search for "Arboretum" in your GPS device but rather use the address above. Parking & Meeting Point: When you arrive, let the gate team know that you're joining the Forest Bathing walk with the Adult Education Department. From there, you will meet your guide at the Production Greenhouse, in a tucked away portion of the property. As you pass the main parking area, you'll see a road turning off to the right named "Greenhouse Way". Turn right onto this road and continue to follow it, bearing left. You'll eventually reach a roundabout and will see the parking area off the second roundabout exit.
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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Standard Option
- 3h
- English
What's included, what's not
- Forest walking tour
- Guide
- Tea ceremony
- Transport
- Tips
What you can expect
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life on this forest swimming and nature therapy walking tour in Pisgah Forest. Let your guide lead you on an inner journey to help you slow down and increase your mindfulness. Enjoy taking part in a tea ceremony.
Be greeted by your guide at the Pink Beds Trail Loop. Start on your gentle, guided walk in nature. Listen as you guide shares mindfulness practices and invitations that are designed to connect you more deeply to the world around you and to your inner landscapes
Learn about the practice of the Japanese art of immersing oneself in a forest environment that was developed by Shinrin-Yoku. Spend time in nature in a way that invites healing for yourself, the ecosystem, and the community as a whole. Finish your tour at your original starting point.
Location
Activity location
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806, USA | Note: Many GPS units do not correctly identify the Arboretum’s location, therefore we do not recommend a general search for "Arboretum" in your GPS device but rather use the address above. Parking & Meeting Point: When you arrive, let the gate team know that you're joining the Forest Bathing walk with the Adult Education Department. From there, you will meet your guide at the Production Greenhouse, in a tucked away portion of the property. As you pass the main parking area, you'll see a road turning off to the right named "Greenhouse Way". Turn right onto this road and continue to follow it, bearing left. You'll eventually reach a roundabout and will see the parking area off the second roundabout exit.
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States