Group

Description

Guide: Duncan Murdoch
Date: Contact to Schedule
Start Time: TBD
Duration: 2-3 hrs
Location:  Local Green Space- TBD

Good for:

• Families and Friends Bonding
• Eco-tourists Exploring
• School Classes Learning
• Patient Groups Healing
• Corporate Employees Re-Charging

From our Leading Guide, Duncan Murdoch:

“Having a deep and special feeling that comes with connecting to nature has mostly been a private one for me; when I’m in solitude and away from other people.  But what I’ve found is that with this practice, it’s really wonderful to share that connection we all have with nature in a group setting.  It warms me to know that I’m not alone in my experience and that others are tapping into that same wonderful source.”

During our 2-3 hour walks, which are based off of Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing), You will be invited to participate in a series of sensory connection activities.  A favorite invitation is closing your eyes and walking slowly down the trail with a spotter.  There will be ample time for you to privately connect one on one with nature here and there is also time allotted to share your experience if you’d like with the group.

*15 people per walk
6 person minimum

Duncan Murdoch

CERTIFIED NATURE & FOREST THERAPY GUIDE Duncan is a Certified Nature & Forest Therapy guide living and working in Vermont. He grew up on the shores of Lake Champlain where his deep connection to Nature was formed. Following his passion for art, he moved to NYC where he lived and worked as a professional actor for 14 years. Nature called him to become a horticulturist so he transitioned to become a NYC parks department gardener which lead him to a life of nature (re) connection. After receiving his Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Certification from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) in 2015, he began his practice in New York City guiding the first forest bathing groups in Central Park. He then moved back to his home state in Vermont in 2015 and began his work with the Intervale Center growing and planting native trees where he now serves as the Land Stewardship Coordinator. As a wellness practitioner, he is part of the UVM Integrative Health Practitioner Network and frequently conducts forest bathing experiences throughout Vermont and the world, in-person and online with his organization, Nature Connection Guide.