Forest Bathing in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
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Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet guided forest bathing in Kanuga's woods, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and intention setting for reflective morning connection with nature. Suitable for beginners seeking contemplative outdoor wellness on retreat grounds.
Quiet guided forest bathing in Kanuga's woods, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and intention setting for reflective morning connection with nature. Suitable for beginners seeking contemplative outdoor wellness on retreat grounds.
Quiet guided forest bathing in Kanuga's woods, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and intention setting for reflective morning connection with nature. Suitable for beginners seeking contemplative outdoor wellness on retreat grounds.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.
Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.
Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.
Sunlit mountaintop hike culminating in a gentle guided yoga and breathwork session among Blue Ridge vistas, designed for unplugging, unwinding, and mindful reconnection with nature.
Sunlit mountaintop hike culminating in a gentle guided yoga and breathwork session among Blue Ridge vistas, designed for unplugging, unwinding, and mindful reconnection with nature.
Sunlit mountaintop hike culminating in a gentle guided yoga and breathwork session among Blue Ridge vistas, designed for unplugging, unwinding, and mindful reconnection with nature.
Silent garden mornings where crews refrain from leaf blowers and mowers between 8 and 10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly, letting birdsong and wind in the trees provide a restorative, meditative outdoors experience.
Silent garden mornings where crews refrain from leaf blowers and mowers between 8 and 10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly, letting birdsong and wind in the trees provide a restorative, meditative outdoors experience.
Silent garden mornings where crews refrain from leaf blowers and mowers between 8 and 10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly, letting birdsong and wind in the trees provide a restorative, meditative outdoors experience.
Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.
Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.
Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.
Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.
Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.
Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Twilight guided naturalist walks through Blue Ridge woodlands to witness bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies and learn about nighttime ecology, with gentle night hikes suited to families, photographers, and curious naturalists.
Twilight guided naturalist walks through Blue Ridge woodlands to witness bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies and learn about nighttime ecology, with gentle night hikes suited to families, photographers, and curious naturalists.
Twilight guided naturalist walks through Blue Ridge woodlands to witness bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies and learn about nighttime ecology, with gentle night hikes suited to families, photographers, and curious naturalists.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.
Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.
Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Sunset lit mountaintop yoga micro retreat at an energy vortex with gentle guided flow, breathwork, and grounding meditation overlooking Blue Ridge panoramas. Suitable for all levels with barefoot practice and quiet reflection during golden hour.
Sunset lit mountaintop yoga micro retreat at an energy vortex with gentle guided flow, breathwork, and grounding meditation overlooking Blue Ridge panoramas. Suitable for all levels with barefoot practice and quiet reflection during golden hour.
Sunset lit mountaintop yoga micro retreat at an energy vortex with gentle guided flow, breathwork, and grounding meditation overlooking Blue Ridge panoramas. Suitable for all levels with barefoot practice and quiet reflection during golden hour.
Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.
Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.
Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.