Forest Bathing: Celebrating Mother Earth (full)

Forest Bathing: Celebrating Mother Earth (full)

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 • 2:00 PM—5:00 PM

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Fri, Apr 24 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM

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Forest Bathing: Celebrating Mother Earth with Asheville Wellness Tours Saturday, April 18  |  2 – 5pm REGISTER HERE April is Earth Month, a time to honor our precious planet and take action to protect her. Celebrate spring while cultivating your relationship with Mother Earth, yourself, and others, during this rejuvenating afternoon nature immersion retreat. Your guide, Kelly Bruce, will lead you on a colorful journey through the blossoming spring forest, weaving mindfulness, breathwork, forest bathing and nature therapy together for a restorative morning on some of the trails less traveled at the North Carolina Arboretum. We’ll celebrate the experience in community, enjoying a wild-foraged tea ceremony and snacks. Bring an open mind and an open heart. All are welcome. Presented through Adult & Continuing Education Programs in collaboration with Asheville Wellness Tours. Kelly Bruce is a writer, forest therapy guide and nature connection mentor based in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Her mission is to help others deepen their connection with nature, community and Self. Kelly is an Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Certified Guide and Certification Consultant. She is Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified by the American Red Cross. Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. We are committed to fostering a diverse, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here.

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The North Carolina Arboretum

Located in the inspirational Southern Appalachian Mountains, The North Carolina Arboretum cultivates connections between people, plants and places. 🌱