Join an afternoon of garden immersion at the threshold of summer, where calm and connection meet in the transition from spring renewal to summer vibrance. Together, we’ll slow down and tune in to the natural changes unfolding in Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ woodlands, meadows, or lakes, releasing stress and grounding ourselves in nature’s rhythms with certified nature therapy guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature. All adults are welcome. Registration required.

About Nature Therapy

Nature therapy, also known as forest therapy or forest bathing, draws inspiration from the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku. Through mindful and sensory nature connection invitations, we create space to slow down and reconnect—with nature, with ourselves, and with each other. This practice helps to rediscover a sense of belonging within the natural world and the community. Research shows that nature therapy naturally reduces stress, restores focus, boosts creativity and mood, and supports immune health.

Registration: $35 per participant (ages 18 and up). All attendees are considered participants. Advance online registration required.

Welcome: All adults are warmly invited - no previous experience or background needed!

Meeting Point: Meet at the Visitor Center of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.

Bring: Water bottle, comfortable weather-appropriate clothing, and shoes for outdoors.

Weather: Programs run rain or shine unless conditions are hazardous.

Arrival: Please come 10-15 minutes early to be ready to begin our journey together.

Special Requests: For dietary allergies or accommodation needs, please contact [email protected].

Refund Policy: A refund is provided only if your space is filled by an individual on the waitlist. Refunds are not provided within 72 hours of the program.

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