SoulCamp @Tryon Farm: Forest Bathing with Kathleen Aharoni

Fall is here and nature is calling us to be amidst and rising through this season of transition. Join Kathy Bresler and Kathleen Aharoni in the colorful movement of this magical season . . . . soul-fully connected, joyously free and sensually present in the embrace of the sights, scents, colors, textures and sounds of nature flourishing in transition.

Our day at the enchanting Tryon Farm will include:

Luxuriant Forest Bathing. Part easy fitness, part mindfulness practice, this drench for your senses -- your innate intelligence -- will bring you into deep presence, deep noticing. Be nourished by the mutuality of our oneness with nature as she “showers” you with oils that literally boost your immune system and scents that calm. Open and playful invitations will guide you in expanding your relationship with nature and self.  Free time to wander, walk the Monk-blessed Tryon labyrinth, continue your play in nature, commune (responsibly) with other participants, rest, read . . . . and a closing ceremony with a SoulCollage-esque twist, naturally!

Social distancing will be observed during all activities.

What you’ll need to bring:

A journal and writing/drawing implement (optional)

A foldable chair/stool, mat or blanket to sit on (optional)

Bagged/Boxed lunch

Water Bottle

Mosquito Repellent

Suntan lotion

Daypack to carry your items comfortably

Mask

Kathleen Aharoni is a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide and movement and life coach with more than 20 years of experience. She has served on the faculties of Northwestern University and Columbia College, Chicago. Her coaching clients include; former prominent White House staff, presidential campaign directors, students, parents, Fortune 500 employees, CEOs, performers and organization directors. Kathleen is the author of the award-winning book I Breathe My Own Breath!, illustrated by Ann Boyd, and she is Health Mastery columnist for the award-winning magazine Chicago Health. For more information, go to www.thehumanecologist.com.

Kathy Bresler is ALTAR's founder and host of SoulCamp, socially distanced offerings in nature at Tryon Farm in Michigan City, IN. Tryon is home to 120 acres of forest, dunes, wetlands and meadows just over an hour from Chicago. Kathy is a trained SoulCollage® facilitator, Interfaith/InterSpiritual Minister and Consciousness Concierge.

Forest Bathing Testimonials

"Such an amazing experience and opportunity to connect while escaping social isolation.  Kathleen is exceptional at bringing you into the sensations of your body and connecting them with the natural world."

"This walk is cleansing for both mind and spirit.  Reconnection with nature is an uplifting and revitalizing experience that is enriched by the skillful guidance from Kathleen and the reflective sharing with those taking the walk with you.

Kathleen’s deep love of nature and her gentle and encouraging guidance made this an extraordinary experience of connecting to my senses and the life all around me with playfulness and curiosity. I can’t wait to do it again!"

"I absolutely LOVED my experience of the saturation and beauty of nature during my first ever “Forest Bathing”. The fulfillment of being completely embraced in nature’s nurturance of love is absolutely amazing! The energy and peace are still present. Kathleen’s gifts are brilliant in holding the space and guidance in this beautiful experience. HIGHLY recommend!I"