Monthly walk for Forest Bathing Club members at Evergreen Brick Works - We gather in community to show up for each other and the planet!

WHO IS A MEMBER?

A Forest Bathing Club (FBC) Member is anyone who has previously joined a walk held by the FBC. There is no membership fee or registration - it is simply an open invitation to anyone who wants to return to the practice. The only requirement is that you have previously participated in a walk led by the FBC to ensure you are familiar with what we do.

WHAT TO EXPECT

These "Monthly Gatherings" are somewhat different than our "Intro to Forest Bathing / Beginner's Walks".

Less Housekeeping: Given that returning members already understand the basics of the practice, are familiar with the grounds and washroom locations, and know the brief history of Brick Works, we will head straight to the Wild Wood to dive in.

Land Acknowledgments: Each gathering will have a unique land acknowledgment, focusing on giving space to a variety of indigenous voices, stories, and leaders. Takeaway resources may be provided.

Relationship with Land: Any news/information about the land's plants and creatures will be shared with the group. The guide is going to be in conversation with stewards of Brick Works Park to keep up to date about what is happening ecologically.

Community Connection: There will be an opportunity at the end of the practice for members to give updates and share resources.

Intention of Practice: The intention for these walks is slightly different than our "Intro to Forest Bathing / Beginner's Walks". This is a return to practice, with the intention of growing, exploring, and expanding our roots. It is about finding your practice, about being in community, learning from each other, and showing up for the planet.

// About the Facilitator

Led by Emily Pleasance, artist and Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, the Forest Bathing Club offers walks led by a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide on lands throughout the GTA including places such as High Park, the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Evergreen Brick Works, and Tommy Thompson.

The practice of Forest Therapy supports our mental, physical, and planetary health by nurturing heart-centered relationships between all peoples and the More-Than-Human World of Nature.