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Thu, Nov 30

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Kent Park ( Dam parking lot, South end)

Honoring the Seasons with Nature + Forest Therapy

Honor the season and the nearing completion of a year with some Nature Medicine.

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Honoring the Seasons with Nature + Forest Therapy
Honoring the Seasons with Nature + Forest Therapy

Time & Location

Nov 30, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Kent Park ( Dam parking lot, South end), Kent Park, Iowa, USA

About the Event

Join Backyard Abundance and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide Emelia Sautter for a walk with the natural world. Experience Nature + Forest Therapy, also known as Forest Bathing, a sensory-focused practice that invites us to slow down and be present with self and the natural world around us.

Forest Therapy is a guided immersion in natural environments that promotes the well-being of people and the land. Research shows these numerous therapeutic benefits:

  • Reduces stress, anxiety, depression, anger and pain
  • Improves cognitive functioning, sleep, mood and creativity
  • Boosts the immune system, regulates blood pressure, improves relationships and increases feelings of gratitude

THINGS TO BRING

  • Water bottle
  • Good shoes for being outdoors
  • Walking or hiking pole 
  • Insect repellent
  • Anything else that might help you feel comfortable being outdoors

DRESS CODE

Dress for the weather and for being OUTDOORS for 2 hours! If it is chilly dress extra warm and bring a blanket, if it is wet or rainy wear clothing to keep you warm and dry.

REGISTRATION

Sliding scale fee: $25 - $5, based upon your access to resources.

Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.

INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY

We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.

QUESTIONS THE DAY OF

Call 319-325-6810 to reach the educator of your class.

EDUCATOR

Emelia Sautter is a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide. She is the foundress of Good Medicine, Nature and Forest Therapy Practice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

LOCATION

2048 Hwy 6 NW Oxford, Iowa 52322 Kent Park (Meet at the Dam parking lot, South end of the lake)

COVID-19

The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.

SPONSORS AND PARTNERS

This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners and was funded by the Resource Enhancement and Protection Conservation Education Program (REAP CEP). It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please  frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of  time, materials and funds.

Tickets

  • Abundance of Resources

    This fee is for people with expendable income. This option allows you to assist others in attending our classes by “paying it forward” for those who have less access to opportunities.

    $25.00
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  • Traditional Resources

    This fee is for people who have the resources they need to make ends meet and can attend our classes at full cost.

    $20.00
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  • Reduced Access to Resources

    This fee is for people who are working hard to make ends meet on low wages and have less access to resources and opportunities.

    $12.00
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  • Under Resourced

    This option is for people who have low access to resources. Examples include those with income below the poverty line, people living with mental and physical health concerns, and people experiencing insecurity in basic needs attainment.

    $5.00
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Total

$0.00

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