Urban Forest Bathing Mindfulness Program

Sundays 12pm - 1pm

Fodor Farms, 328 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk

Community Mindfulness Project (CMP)  is excited to share a free, four week Urban Forest Bathing Meditation Program with the Norwalk community this fall.

Join us on Sundays from 12pm - 1pm for any or all of this outdoor mindfulness program at Fodor Farms.

CMP's outdoor mindfulness program is rooted in and informed by the practice of forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku, which originated in Japan in the 1980s. The term was coined by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries in 1982 and translates as "taking in the forest atmosphere" or "forest bathing." Forest environments were found to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, boost the immune system and improve mood. These findings have led to the recognition and promotion of Forest Bathing as a meditative practice, as well as a form of preventative healthcare.

Community Mindfulness Project brings this fall outdoor mindfulness program to the Norwalk community in partnership with the Norwalk Tree Alliance 's Tree School at Fodor Farms. The NTA will be on hand to share important information about their mission to preserve Norwalk’s urban forest for generations to come. 

Everyone is welcome to join. No prior meditation experience is necessary. We will meet at Norwalk Tree Alliance's Tree School, at Fodor Farm.

Please register below.

Rain or shine - weather and terrain can be unpredictable. Shelter is available if weather is inclement. This program includes walking on various types of terrain which may include grass, dirt, bugs, twigs, puddles, and other things found in nature, along  with flat, bumpy, slippery, or sloped areas of land. It's advised to dress accordingly, choose footwear carefully, bring bug spray as needed, and bring your own water. 

Space is limited.