
Sound Bath in the Gardens @ The Arboretum
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.
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Ambient sound bath of gongs, crystal bowls, and vocal toning in the Arboretum's lush cultivated gardens, offering gentle guided relaxation and nature infused meditation beneath trees.

Ambient sound bath of gongs, crystal bowls, and vocal toning in the Arboretum's lush cultivated gardens, offering gentle guided relaxation and nature infused meditation beneath trees.
Ambient sound bath of gongs, crystal bowls, and vocal toning in the Arboretum's lush cultivated gardens, offering gentle guided relaxation and nature infused meditation beneath trees.
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.
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.

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.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.

Gentle crystal singing bowls and resonant vibrations lead a one-hour guided sound bath to dissolve winter heaviness, cultivate inner clarity, and plant intentions for spring renewal in a quiet community sanctuary.

Gentle crystal singing bowls and resonant vibrations lead a one-hour guided sound bath to dissolve winter heaviness, cultivate inner clarity, and plant intentions for spring renewal in a quiet community sanctuary.
Gentle crystal singing bowls and resonant vibrations lead a one-hour guided sound bath to dissolve winter heaviness, cultivate inner clarity, and plant intentions for spring renewal in a quiet community sanctuary.

Resonant crystal bowls and healing tones guide a restorative sound bath timed for the spring equinox, blending meditative vibration and gentle ritual in a welcoming spiritual center for all experience levels.

Resonant crystal bowls and healing tones guide a restorative sound bath timed for the spring equinox, blending meditative vibration and gentle ritual in a welcoming spiritual center for all experience levels.
Resonant crystal bowls and healing tones guide a restorative sound bath timed for the spring equinox, blending meditative vibration and gentle ritual in a welcoming spiritual center for all experience levels.

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.

Sink into deep stillness during a fully immersive candlelight sound healing journey with crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and ocean drums; guided frequencies aim to recalibrate the nervous system in a 15-person setting.

Sink into deep stillness during a fully immersive candlelight sound healing journey with crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and ocean drums; guided frequencies aim to recalibrate the nervous system in a 15-person setting.
Sink into deep stillness during a fully immersive candlelight sound healing journey with crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and ocean drums; guided frequencies aim to recalibrate the nervous system in a 15-person setting.

Relaxing sound bath and guided meditation prepare participants to meander among over 100,000 crystals, tektites, and meteorites, then take an immersive solo walk through the illuminated crystal installation.

Relaxing sound bath and guided meditation prepare participants to meander among over 100,000 crystals, tektites, and meteorites, then take an immersive solo walk through the illuminated crystal installation.
Relaxing sound bath and guided meditation prepare participants to meander among over 100,000 crystals, tektites, and meteorites, then take an immersive solo walk through the illuminated crystal installation.

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.

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.

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.

Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.

Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.
Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.
Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.

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.
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.

A group reiki and sound healing journey combining resonant crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, drum, and channeled light language to cultivate deep rest, ease, and a potent body mind soul activation.

A group reiki and sound healing journey combining resonant crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, drum, and channeled light language to cultivate deep rest, ease, and a potent body mind soul activation.
A group reiki and sound healing journey combining resonant crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, drum, and channeled light language to cultivate deep rest, ease, and a potent body mind soul activation.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

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.