Ready for a reset? In a world of digital distraction and rising stress, join us for deeply nourishing experiences designed to calm your nervous system, clear your mind, and help you reconnect - with yourself, with others, and with nature. From guided Forest Therapy Walks and Day Retreats to Nature Journaling and Self-Myofascial Release workshops, experience wellness like never before on Chaminade's 300 wooded acres nestled in the coastal Redwoods.
Step away from the noise. Step into the redwoods.
Dates: September 20, October 11 and October 12
Times: 9:45 am - 3:30 pm
Forest Therapy Walk (9:45 am - noon): This isn't just a walk - it's a reset. In a world of digital distraction and rising stress, join us for a deeply nourishing forest therapy experience designed to calm your nervous system, clear your mind, and help you reconnect - with yourself, with others, and with nature. Experience Chaminade's newly certified Redwood Reflection Forest Therapy Trail, one of the first of its kind in the country, thoughtfully created to support healing, reflection, and deep well-being. This is a gentle, evidence-based experience down to the meadow and into the forest (not a hike), including sensory invitations.
Nature Journaling (1:30 - 3:30 pm): Discover the joy of nature journaling as a family or individual. Sketch plants, insects, and landscapes while noting your observations. This beginner-friendly, screen-free activity enhances mindfulness and observation skills. No prior art skills required.
Who This is For:
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected
- Individuals, friends, and families (ages 15+) seeking renewal while learning a new way to manage chronic stress
Pricing: Complimentary for overnight guests at Chaminade Resort & Spa and starting at $30 per person for community members. Sign-ups are required.
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Wendy Figone is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Trails Consultant through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT), a Myofascial Release Therapist, and a Stanford Compassion Ambassador.
Her work bridges modern wellness practices with deep nature connection. Wendy has traveled to Japan to study the origins of Shinrin-Yoku firsthand, learning from the physicians and researchers who pioneered the field. She brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to her walks, helping participants slow down, reconnect, and experience nature as a profound source of healing and renewal.
