If you are seeking clarity, calm and a gentle reset join Nature Therapist and Alchemist, Carley McGee for:

Nature Alchemy – 01 Forest Therapy

[forest bathing + scent alchemy]

In this free community event you will learn Carley's 7-Step Forest Therapy Sequence and experience a reconnection to Self and Nature.

Begin with a guided grounding meditation and forest therapy introduction before immersing in a 30-40 min gentle forest walk. Integrate the experience with stillness and reflection and receive a journal prompt card and scent therapy experience.

Forest Bathing is a term coined in Japan in 1982 by Tomohide Akiyama and put simply means to slow down and be present in the forest. Scientific studies were carried out in early 2000, led by Dr Qing Li, to further affirm that forest bathing benefits overall health and wellbeing. In his book The Art and Science of Forest Bathing Dr Qing Li states that a session of forest bathing has been proven to–boost immune system, increase energy, decrease anxiety and anger, cultivate relaxation, lower cortisol and adrenalin, suppress sympathetic nervous system, enhance parasympathetic nervous system, lower blood pressure, increase heart rate variability and improve sleep patterns.

Day: Sat Aug 2

Time: 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Where: Burleigh Heads National Park. Meet at the Koala Park / Gold Coast Highway side gate entrance. There are carparks available near the Jellurgal Aboriginal Centre.

What to bring: water bottle, sun protection and anything you need for a comfortable walk

All inclusive. [Children must be accompanied and supervised by parent or guardian]

We hope to see you there to reconnect, rewild and remember

Disclaimer:
Please note that while the walk itself is self-guided, you’ll receive a gentle introduction at the beginning and a guided integration process at the end. Forest therapy tips will be offered throughout to support a mindful and enriching experience. Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being during the walk. The track is beginner-friendly, with a gentle incline at the start and a gradual decline toward the end. If you require any first aid or personal medical supplies, please bring them with you.

This is a free event. We kindly ask that you respect the facilitator’s time—if you're unable to attend, please transfer your ticket to someone else or give at least 24 hours' notice if possible. By selecting a ticket, you acknowledge and accept responsibility for your own participation.