You don’t have to own land to appreciate the outdoors. These activities will help you connect with nature wherever you are.
Spending relaxing time in the woods, sometimes called shinrin yoku or forest bathing, is a proven way to reduce stress, improve mood, and lower blood pressure.
This step-by-step article explains how you can do a walking meditation even if you have just a few minutes to spare.
If you’ve never meditated before, this brief guide will get you started.
Can’t get out to your woods? Try this guided meditation that has you imagine a walk through the forest.
Our lives are so busy that we rarely slow down to appreciate what's around us. In a five senses hike, you'll slowly walk your trails and stop occasionally to explore what you're seeing, hearing, smelling, feeling, and even tasting. This is a great activity to do with kids.
Just as people start going to bed, your woodlot is waking up. Many animals are only active at night. Sit outside with your ears open, and you might surprise yourself with what you hear.
Hiking is likely the most common way you’ll experience your woodlot. Learn about essential items to bring to make your hike a safe, enjoyable time.
You don’t need remote wilderness to get the mood-boosting benefits of time in nature. If you have 4 minutes, you can take a mini nature vacation right where you are.