Welcome to our forest bathing session, a time for relaxation and presence in nature. The session includes a calm, guided stroll in nature, where we stop to perform various relaxation exercises that help us engage with nature through all our senses. The forest bathing session concludes with a voluntary discussion where we share our experiences and reflections. We then finish by enjoying tea or coffee around the campfire, or in an alternative setting if there is a fire ban.

Clothing recommendations: Dress according to the weather and temperature and in comfortable and mobile clothing.
We move on easily accessible paths and tracks during our hike and forest bathing.
Bring an extra layer of warm clothing to wear when we are stationary. Other things you should pack with you are: Seat pad and mug. It can also be nice to bring: your own water bottle and a small notebook and pen (if you need to empty your mind somewhere during relaxation exercises).

• Gain Inspiration and Tools: Learn various relaxation exercises and techniques that you can use on your own in the future.

• Meet Like-Minded People: Meet others who share your interest in nature and well-being, and have the opportunity to exchange experiences and tips.

• Stress-Free Experience: Fully relax and follow the guide's instructions, without needing to think about planning or logistics.

• Deeper Experience: Benefit from the guide's knowledge and experience for a deeper and more enriching nature experience.

• Safety and Security: Explore nature with a guide who knows the area well, providing a safe and secure experience.

• Promote Well-Being: Discover the health benefits that forest bathing offers, including reduced stress, improved concentration, and increased well-being.

• Unique Locations: Visit specially selected spots in nature that you might not have discovered on your own.

Forest bathing, or "shinrin-yoku" as it is called in Japanese, is a method for relaxation and deepening one's connection with nature. It involves spending time in the forest and using all your senses to take in the surroundings, which promotes both physical and mental health. By slowing down, breathing in the fresh forest air, listening to the sounds of nature, and feeling the calmness of the forest, you can reduce stress, improve concentration, and increase your well-being. Forest bathing is about being present in the moment and appreciating the simplicity and beauty of nature.

A 2020 review study concluded that spending time in nature, such as forest bathing, has these effects:

Levels of stress hormones decrease (cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline).
The risk of cardiovascular diseases decreases.
The risk of depression and other mental health issues decreases.