BLOOMINGTON — A new series of “forest bathing” sessions is being offered to the community, providing a unique opportunity to enhance well-being through mindfulness, meditation, and movement in the natural environment. The program, led by a certified professional, consists of three sessions at different outdoor locations.
Each session is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes long and will run from 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The cost for all three sessions is $60.
Session Details
- Session 1: September 15 at Lower Cascades Park. Participants will meet at the Waterfall Shelter and walk about 930 feet on an uneven, natural-surface path to the waterfall. Seating will be available on benches or on the ground.
- Session 2: September 17 at Rose Hill Cemetery. The walk will take place on hilly but paved paths. Participants are advised to bring a yoga mat or blanket for sitting on the ground.
- Session 3: September 19 at Griffy Lake Nature Preserve. The group will meet at the dam and climb 150 stairs to the natural-surface path of the South Shore Trail. The walk will cover 1,000 to 1,400 feet, with seating available on benches and rocks along the trail.
Participants should dress for the weather and bring a filled water bottle. For weather-related updates, call the Community Events Hotline at 812-349-3754. To register, click here.
