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Step Into the Forest,
Find Your Connection
Nature has a way of bringing us back to ourselves. Whether you're looking for a mindful forest therapy walk, a hands-on environmental workshop, or an engaging community gathering, this is where you’ll find upcoming opportunities to reconnect, with nature, with others, and with yourself.
Explore the latest events, sessions, and immersive experiences designed to inspire reflection, curiosity, and a deeper bond with the natural world.
Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit
In this experiential workshop, participants will explore the foundations of forest therapy and its relevance to outdoor recreation, wellness, and environmental interpretation.
The session begins with a concise introduction to the origins, benefits, and guiding principles of forest therapy. From there, participants will be led through a short, accessible forest‑bathing style walk that encourages slowing down, engaging the senses, and reconnecting with the land.
Through simple invitations and moments of quiet reflection, attendees will experience how curiosity and mindful presence can transform the way people relate to natural spaces.
The workshop closes with a group sharing circle and practical suggestions for weaving forest therapy techniques into programs, classrooms, or personal practice.
For more information or to register visit: Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit | Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center | SIU