Friends Of Kinder Farm Park To Host “Forest Bathing” Speaker

The Friends of Kinder Farm Park group will continue its speaker program in 2025 with Laura Falvey, who will discuss forest bathing. The event is scheduled for March 30 at 2:00pm in the park’s harvest hall of the visitors center.

Falvey, a certified guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, will talk about the experiences associated with forest bathing in a natural environment. Forest bathing is a slow walk along trails, like those at Kinder Farm Park, that allows participants to tap into their senses and immerse themselves in the beautiful world around them. Slowing down and spending mindful time in nature has been proven to regulate blood pressure, increase immunity, and reduce the production of stress hormones. One can expect to feel relaxed, refreshed and connected to the natural environment after a guided walk. Falvey will offer guided walks later this spring for a nominal fee.

Tickets are required for both members and non-members and can be ordered through TicketLeap. Admission is free for Friends’ members, $3 for non-members, and will be limited to 90 people.

Registration for the event will begin on February 15 using the following link: www.kinderfarmpark.org/forestbathingspeaker2025.html.