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Immersive woodland wellbeing experiences
Offering immersive woodland wellbeing experiences at our two of Hampshire's most beautiful, accessible, green spaces, encouraging a deeper, therapeutic connection to nature.
Drawing on the principles of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing), Mindfulness and Mindful Nutrition, at Woodland Wellbeing we advocate an integrated approach to boost mental and physical and digestive robustness.
Spending time immersed in wooded areas is scientifically proven to be a notable preventative medicine
Slowing down and allowing ourselves to be present in the moment is an antidote for the fast paced stressors of modern living
Being aware of the foods we are eating and the effect that they have on our body is vital for all areas of our wellbeing
Having contact with nature can bring psychological relaxation, strengthen our immune system. lower blood pressure and boost our mood
being in the moment and aware helps us take notice of the beauty around us and gain more benefit from the time we spend in the natural environment
Real world nutrition and recipe ideas for you to prepare and integrate into your balanced diet
Nature . Nurture . Nourish
Hi, I'm Kate,
My own path to wellbeing has embedded what I knew in my heart- that time spent immersed in nature is therapeutic for mind, body and soul. Nature, and in my experience, especially woodlands provide us with preventative, proactive boost promoting whole person wellness; connecting with like minded people and sharing our woodland wellbeing experiences elevates this feeling of healthy contentment to the next level.
About me
Shinrin - Yoku practitioner . Mindful Nutrition Advocate . MHFAider . Outdoor First Aid Qualified
I have followed a nomadic career path that encompasses teaching adventure sports, supporting and teaching young people with behavioural, emotional and learning difficulties, and more than 2 decades as a chef specialising in healthy, hearty, nutritionally balanced dishes. With woodland wellbeing I bring all these experiences together facilitating opportunities for low intensity, relaxed pace, immersive motion and thought; encouraging participants to slow down and be more deliberate in thought and action.
Through woodland wellbeing I have developed 3 different ways to experience the joy, calm and therapeutic benefit of spending time immersed in nature. Facilitating opportunities for you to reconnect with yourself and others on the same path. Treat yourself to a mini "green retreat" - the antedote to our fast paced distracted modern lives.
"We are not separate from nature, We are nature.
When we talk of getting back to nature we talk of coming home to our true, authentic selves, and give ourselves permission to be just that."
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Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku)is a Japanese immersive nature practice. A simple process of relaxation and reconnection, engaging all the senses .
Locations:
Queen Elizabeth Country Park . Hampshire
Staunton Country Park, Havant, Hampshire
Now at River Hamble Country Park, Hampshire
What is Forest Bathing?
The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help us de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way.
Scientifically proven to have immediate and longer lasting therapeautic advantages. Being in the moment and aware helps us take notice of the beauty around us and gain more benefit from the time we spend in the natural environment.
What to expect
A woodland wellbeing forest bathing session normally lasts for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. A mindful, slow paced stroll immersed in the natural environment and we will be moving at approximately 2-3 miles an hour. There will be invitations to join in activities developed to help you engage all your senses in your Shinrin- Yoku experience as well as opportunity for quiet reflection. As the session draws to a close we will pause for a restorative tea and share our experiences of our time spent together in nature.
You may want to bring a small backpack containing a water bottle, extra layer, waterproof or sun cream and hat on warmer days. I recommend wearing long trousers and walking shoes or boots but strong trainers or wellies will do for most of the trails we will use.
Woodland Wellbeing Wander
Our Woodland Wellbeing Wanders are an extended Shinrin - Yoku (forest bathing) experience, where the emphasis is on making connections with nature and each other rather than the speed or distance we are traveling. We will be walking at a relaxed pace, there will be plenty of invitations to practice mindfulness, feel the meditative effect of simply putting one foot in front of another, enjoy the view and ponder while we wander over yonder! Our delicious and nutritious plant based alfresco lunch will be served at one of our delightful picnic spots within our woodland setting. In the event of inclement weather lunch will be seved in the Casson Room at the end of our Woodland Wellbeing Wander.
£40pp
Location:
Queen Elizabeth Country Park . Hampshire
5 Pats
What to expect
A Woodland Wellbeing Wander will normally last for around 3-3 1/2 hours.They take place in the natural beauty of Queen Elizabeth Country Park (just south of Petersfield, Hampshire) you will be welcomed by Kate, founder of Woodland Wellbeing and get to meet the rest of the group before heading off on our relaxed, immersive wander. We will be walking for approximately 5 miles at around 2-3 miles an hour. Kate will provide nutritious snacks and opportunities to rest, relax, recharge as we explore the natural beauty of our woodland setting.
Please bring a small backpack containing a water bottle, extra layer, waterproof or sunscreen and hat on warmer days. I recommend wearing long trousers and walking shoes or boots but strong trainers will do for most of the trails we will use.
Nature, Nurture, Nourish
Day Retreat
Press pause relax and unwind as you immerse yourself in a Full-day of wellbeing experiences in the natural beauty of our woodland and parkland venues. Enjoy a range of nurturing activities with plenty of opportunity to just relax and build connections with nature. Enjoy a nourishing lunch and nutritious snacks throughout the day.
£75pp
Locations:
Queen Elizabeth Country Park . Hampshire
Staunton Country Park . Havant
Day Retreat
A woodland wellbeing Nature. Nurture. Nourish .Day Retreat will normally last for around six hours. They take place in the natural beauty of Queen Elizabeth Country Park (just south of Petersfield, Hampshire). You will be welcomed by Kate, and get to meet the rest of the group before heading into the woods for the first session of the day.
Sessions naturally merge into one another guided by the ebb and flow of the day.
Experiences may include:
Forest Bathing . Nature based crafts . Mindful Nutrition . Gratitude Journaling . Learn the folklore and medicinal use of certain trees at our sites . Rest, relaxation, reflection
You may want to bring a small backpack containing a waterbottle, extra layer, waterproof or sun cream and hat on warmer days. I recommend wearing long trousers and walking shoes or boots but strong trainers or wellies will do for most of the trails we will use.
Book Day Retreat
" If it wasn't for doing this today, I wouldn't have left the house. I feel so much better- lifted. Spending time amongst the trees has brightened my outlook and I feel energised"
Claire . Waterlooville
"Kate is a superconnector. She encourages everyone to be part of....Her enthusiasm for wellbeing is self evident, she has a wealth of knowledge and seamlessly links different strands of wellbeing together to make a cohesive whole."
Paul . Bishops Waltham
"Kate has a yellow aura - she brings joy to all she does and brings out the joy in others..... I have rearranged my work schedule so i can come again"
Debbie . Clanfield
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