Forest Walk with Me
Hillwood Sponsored Forest Therapy Walks take place on the grounds of Hillwood Presbyterian Church and are open to all! Each walk requires completion of registration with liability waiver. A $20 registration fee is requested (sliding scale giving available) as a way to honor Sarah’s training and gifts given to participants in each walk. Each walk is hosted by the church with time after for connections around a bonfire and light refreshments.
DATES for 2024:
- Saturday, 21 December starting at 2:00 p.m. – Winter Solstice
Conversations for Peace
Episode 2: Conversations for Peace with Special Guest Sarah Champion of Forest Walk with Me
HPC Welcomes New Community Partner
Sarah Champion and Forest Walk with Me
Certified Forest Therapy Guide
I grew up in the Piney Woods region of SE Texas where I spent long summers flipping rocks to find bugs, climbing trees, and munching on wood sorrel. Somewhere along the way, I lost sight of that deep connection to our Earth and its importance to me and my well-being. Along my healing journey, I found myself attending a Forest Bathing walk. It was a magical experience that met me deep in my core, leading me to become a certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide.
This specific Forest Therapy practice (ANFT) combines a standard template with the spontaneity and diversity found in nature. As a guide, I work with the forest to provide prompts that get us to dig into our senses, play, and explore. We gather together multiple times throughout the walk to share our noticing and practice deep listening.
I am trained in wilderness first aid and available for any accommodations that ensures you feel comfortable and safe throughout our walk. I invite you to come, try it out, and see what you notice!
Canceled! Spring Equinox Forest Therapy Walk and Bonfire
The Spring Equinox Forest Therapy Walk has been canceled due to the weather. Join us for the next Forest Therapy Walk om 22 April in celebration of Earth Day.
Winter Solstice Forest Therapy Walk
Join us on the Winter Solstice at the lovely grounds of Hillwood Presbyterian Church for a Forest Therapy Walk. The weather may be cold but we will have a bonfire going and snacks to enjoy. There are several acres of forest, grassy areas with old trees, and a memorial...
Fall Equinox Forest Therapy Walk and Bonfire
SUNDAY, 22 SEPTEMBER: 2:00 p.m. Fall Equinox Forest Therapy Walk facilitated by Sarah Champion of Forest Walk with Me, followed by a bonfire hosted by HPC on the front lawn Sign up at https://www.forestwalkwith.me/
