Forest Bathing
Date: Fri, Oct 16, 2026
Time: Fri., 10am-noon
Venue: JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, Raleigh
Price: $40. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Category: Community
Step away from the stresses of daily life and into the calming embrace of nature. Led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Shawn Ramsey, this two-hour guided forest bathing experience invites you to slow down, awaken your senses, and reconnect with the natural world in a meaningful way. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing) and supported by growing scientific research, this experience promotes relaxation, improved mood, and enhanced well-being. As you meander through the natural areas of the JC Raulston Arboretum, you’ll be gently guided through a series of mindfulness practices and nature-based invitations designed to foster presence, curiosity, and a deeper sense of connection. This is more than a walk in the woods — restorative journey for your body, mind and spirit. Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and inspired by the wisdom of the natural world. The walk will continue if it's raining lightly, which can actually enhance the sensory experience. The walk will only be canceled if unsafe weather is in the immediate forecast (thunderstorms, torrential downpours, hail, ice, etc.).
