Forest Bathing - Tree Medicine Plant Walk

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Gifting yourself moments of silence while walking through the forest allows you to find answers to difficult questions,   observe objects in nature that is representative of your life's journey and learn to identify the medicinal power of tree's and wild plants aka weeds.

Forest Bathing - Tree Medicine Plant Walk

Our afternoon starts with a quiet reflective meditative walk through the forest some call it "Forest Bathing/Healing ".   You will move slowly, focusing on your senses, quieting the mind, shifting to calm and inner peace.

On this magical journey  allow   yourself to be showered with the aromatic airborne essential oils from the native evergreen tree's that release high concentrations of "phytoncides" - which activates your body's army of white blood cells and boosting your own powerful immunity for weeks. For example, the needles of pine trees are one of the highest sources of vitamin c, antioxidants,   antiviral and antifungal.

In addition to some self reflective activities. You will be introduced to the importance of native plants for biodiversity in your diet,  and ethically sustainable harvesting practices. The day will be filled with you learning how to identify local trees and plants, learning  how to recognize their unique features, edible and medicinal properties.

Trees and humans have a very special relationship. They are the elders in the community, our teachers, friends and allies.  Trees and plants are the healers and life givers of the planet.  We need them more than they need us.

Forests  have great therapeutic benefits for our body, mind, and spirit:

• Strengthens  cardiovascular system
• Activates the  bodies immune system
• Promotes  Mental Clarity  
• Reduces: Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and Negative Emotions

"What is forest bathing? The term emerged in Japan in the 1980s as a physiological and psychological exercise called shinrin-yoku (“forest bathing” or “taking in the forest atmosphere”). The purpose was twofold: to offer an eco-antidote to tech-boom burnout and to inspire residents to reconnect with and protect the country’s forests. While Japan is credited with the term shinrin-yoku, the concept at the heart of the practice is not new. Many cultures have long recognized the importance of the natural world to human health."

Your Guide

Quinnie Cook- Richardson with Quinnie's Kitchen and Sankofa Green Living Series loves to share her passion for wild edible plants as a food and medicine source. She teaches green-living lifestyle classes such as vegan food preparation, natural soap making, fermented foods, smudge sticks, herbal medicine making, and holistic living retreats just to name a few. She is also a Vegan Chef, Doula, Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master, Life Coach,  and embraces living a life in harmony with nature.   Visit her at Quinnieskitchen.com, Instagram: Quinnies.Kitchen and, Facebook: Quinnies Kitchen.

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What you will need to bring:

Yoga mat/cloth to sit on ( we will have a place to keep safe)

Journal/paper and pen

Water

Snack

BackPack/Hip Bag etc.. ( optional but will allow hands-free movement)

Dress for a  Hot Summer Day - We will be in the forest where it's shady *

Dress in comfortable clothing, Chakra Colors A Plus, Consider we are in the forest so be prepared for the elements such as insects. Consider bringing long socks ( long pants to protect your legs from insects is optional)

Wear Appropriate Shoes for Outdoors

Rain Coat/Umbrella  (optional check the  weather predictions )

Medication

Anything  you need to be comfortable

Be mindful that there are no outdoor toilets  ( big tree Out House is available)

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Other Payment Options

Cashapp: $QUINNIECOOK

Venmo: @Quinnie-Cook

Cash

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SAFETY:

A limited number of spaces available in order to allow people to spread out.  You are responsible for social distancing and wearing a mask. If you are at high risk  or have symptoms for COVID-19, we ask that you not attend this class

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