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Forest Bathing Experience

Immerse yourself in the healing power of the forest and achieve inner peace through the ancient practice of Japanese forest bathing. Connect with nature's harmony and tranquility as you indulge your senses in a gentle and mindful walk, followed by a serene tea ceremony using native plants. Dress for the weather and let the forest guide you towards serenity.

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $62
  • 19611 W Grass Lake Rd, Chicago, IL
  • 90 minutes

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  • $62
  • McDonald Woods Shelter @ 19611 W Grass Lake Rd Lake Villa, Chicago, IL 60046
  • 90 minutes
  • Meet at McDonald Woods.
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What you'll learn in this nature tours class:

Inspired by Shinrin yoku, Japanese forest bathing refers to the practice of immersing all of your senses in the healing forest to reduce stress hormones and increase immune function. Connect with forest life around you through mindful activities on a gentle walk, typically covering less than a mile, and ending with a simple tea ceremony utilizing native plants. 

Dress for the weather, as class will still be held in light to moderate rain.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted to [email protected] 2 business days prior to the program’s start date and time. The registration fee will be refunded less a 15% processing charge. A refund is issued in the form of a credit on file (to be used for future programs).

Refund requests submitted less than 48 hours prior to a program start date are non-transferable and are not eligible for a refund.

Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable on and after the program’s start date. We cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations.

Registration fees for courses grouped and priced as a series will be considered one program and subject to all of the above guidelines. A refund request must be received prior to the start date of the series' first class session and will subsequently cancel your registration in every session of the series.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Chicago Botanic Garden (122)

(4.3-star rating across 122 reviews)
  • Forest Bathing Experience

    Reviewed by Michelle M. on 9/11/2023
    This was my first experience but I have done a lot of research on forest bathing. Sally did a great job! She is so kind and generous and even stayed a little after to talk to me about how I am trying to set up a business of my own around forest bathing. My only suggestion is that the gardens provide a detailed explanation on where to find the group. I was 15 minuets late because I am not the greatest map reader and had to figure out where to go once I parked. Maybe drawing on the map or suggesting a specific parking lot would help. It was a beautiful day and I am SO glad I attended!
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Students who attended the Forest Bathing Experience class had positive things to say about their experience. They praised the instructor, Sally, for her kindness and generosity, mentioning that she even took the time to talk to one student about their own business plans related to forest bathing. However, one student suggested that the gardens should provide better directions on where to find the group, as they arrived 15 minutes late due to difficulties finding the location. Despite this minor issue, all students expressed their gratitude for attending the class on a beautiful day. Direct quote: "Sally did a great job! She is so kind and generous and even stayed a little after to talk to me about how I am trying to set up a business of my own around forest bathing."

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