Private group Nature Connection session at Buderim Forest Park

2 hour workshop of nature connection with forest bathing therapy, including:

• Orientation to Buderim Forest Park, acknowledgement of country and sensory grounding
• Guided sequence of relational forest therapy practices by ANFT certified guide
• Vegan, gluten free snack and forest tea ritual
• group size maximum of 5 *for a larger group please get in touch to arrange

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

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

This small group guided session for just your family or friends is in partnership with the beautiful subtropical rainforest and cascades at Buderim Forest Park. 

Why not make a special day of it with a hike, a swim and a delicious outdoor lunch on the Sunshine Coast?!

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.

Meeting location, other important information

and an opportunity to co-create our session will be shared after registration or please contact me (Jay) at heldoutside@gmail.com or 0476 212 616.

Buderim Forest Park

is 1.5 hour drive north of Brisbane and 15 minutes drive from Maroochydore. The path at Buderim Forest Park is mostly flat and we can stay on the wheelchair accessible boardwalk if that suits you best. There are public toilets at the car park. 

Sunshine Coast Regional Council permit: CUL210040. Insurances and Wilderness First Aid certified. 

Other dates and locations are negotiable, please get in touch.