Forest Bathing in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.