3.5 hour workshop of nature connection and nature journaling practices, including:

Orientation to Foote Sanctuary, acknowledgement of country and grounding
Guided sequence of relational forest therapy practices by ANFT certified guide
Writing, drawing and painting nature journaling supplies for workshop
Vegan, gluten free afternoon snack and forest tea ritual
group size maximum of 8

Example vegan and gluten free delicious forest tea & snacks

We'll come together under the trees to share in activities that awaken our senses and help us remember and develop our relationship with the Earth.

Research shows that these practices can help us find joy, calm, peace and awe in our experience of life, and tend to burnout by encouraging curiosity, motivation and a renewed commitment to the Earth.

Held Outside Nature Connection Experiences

is run by Jay Ridgewell, a nature therapy guide, science educator and communicator. For more information, including answers to questions such as "What happens on a nature therapy walk?", "Is there scientific proof that it's good for us?" and "What should I wear?!" visit the Held Outside website.

Forest bathing group with Held Outside nature connection experieinces — Forest bathing group with Held Outside nature connection experiences

Meeting location and other important information

will be shared with registered attendees via email before the event date. Preparation for the experience requires my knowing how many participants are joining in advance, and having your contact details in case of an event cancellation or change due to weather. If you can not book online, please contact me (Jay) at heldoutside@gmail.com or 0476 212 616 to reserve a place.

EJ Foote Memorial Sanctuary

is 1.5 hours drive north of Brisbane, 15 minutes drive from Maroochydore and a ten minute walk downhill from the bus stop of the 616 Maroochydore - Sippy Downs route (Mooloolaba Rd at Foote Ave). You can find out more about the Sanctuary here.

Sunshine Coast Regional Council permit: CUL210040

Would you love to do this but prefer to do it in a private group of your own? Get in touch to negotiate an event for your group!

Contact the host of Nature connection & journaling workshop at Foote Sanctuary 5 Feb 25