Join Me Outdoors
Join me for a community event. Or contact me to customize an event for you, your group or organization.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (Boudreau)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (O’Neill)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (O’Neill)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (O’Connell)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (O’Connell)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov.)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (Central)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (Central)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov.)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov.) (Final gathering)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (Boudreau)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Wonder Walk @ Mass Audubon
Step into the quiet magic of the woods for a gentle guided walk with sensory and meditation practices. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and observe as we interweave quiet walking with shared reflections and a tea ceremony outdoors. Come discover how nature can rest, reconnect and restore us - in every season!
Wear warm, comfortable clothes for a gentle walk with very little elevation. Bring a portable seat, if desired.
Online registration through Mass Audubon here:
https://www.massaudubon.org/places-to-explore/wildlife-sanctuaries/habitat
Summer Solstice Mindful Walk (afternoon) @ Mount Auburn Cemetery
Replenish your mind, body, and soul at Summer SOLSTICE on Sunday, June 21. With offerings of free and paid activities including mindfulness walks, yoga, a cyanotype workshop, meditation, a poetry reading, and community concert, Summer SOLSTICE will be a restorative and healing experience for people of all ages.
To register for the 10:00am morning walk and/or the 3:00pm afternoon walk, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-solstice-mindfulness-walk-tickets-1987614074201?aff=oddtdtcreator
Summer Solstice Mid-day Meditation in Mount Auburn Cemetery’s Hazel Dell
Join us for a renewing meditation experience as part of our Summer SOLSTICE event.
An outdoor Guided Meditation, Relaxation and Nature Experience.
Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds and energy of our natural surroundings participants will have the chance to find solace in the renewing Mount Auburn landscape.
The experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.
What to bring: a yoga mat, blanket or towel, a journal, and writing utensil. A limited amount of chairs will be provided.
Check-in for the event will be in Hazel Dell.
To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-solstice-mid-day-meditation-tickets-1987630941652?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
Summer Solstice Mindful Walk (morning) @ Mount Auburn Cemetery
Replenish your mind, body, and soul at Summer SOLSTICE on Sunday, June 21. With offerings of free and paid activities including mindfulness walks, yoga, a cyanotype workshop, meditation, a poetry reading, and community concert, Summer SOLSTICE will be a restorative and healing experience for people of all ages.
To register for the 10:00am morning walk and/or the 3:00pm afternoon walk, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-solstice-mindfulness-walk-tickets-1987614074201?aff=oddtdtcreator
Neighborly Stroll with Cambridge Public Library (Collins)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Mind-Body Nature: a free workshop
A free, indoor workshop. Come join us for a conversational, hands-on exploration of the mind–body connection with nature: why it’s innately a part of us and how we can weave it into our daily lives.
Together, we’ll look at the science behind why connecting with nature helps us feel calmer, clearer, and more resilient, and we’ll translate that research into real-life experiences you can actually feel in your body. You’ll be guided through simple demonstrations, sensory practices, and show-and-tell moments that reveal how our nervous system responds to natural elements, - even indoors!
This workshop is part learning, part experiencing, and part community conversation. We’ll share reflections, exchange ideas, and explore the many ways nature already shows up in our lives, often without us noticing. There’s no pressure to perform or participate in any one way. This exploration is designed especially for an indoor setting, and open to everyone, no matter where you live or how much access to the outdoors you have.
You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how nature supports wellbeing, along with clear, step-by-step tips you can use right away to bring moments of nature connection into your daily routine. Whether it’s a few mindful breaths, a sensory pause, or a new way of noticing the world around you, you’ll walk away with practical tools that feel doable, supportive, and personal.
If you’re looking for a gentle, science-backed way to reconnect with yourself and the natural world, then this is an invitation to come explore together.
For more information, contact Program Coordinator, Ms. Ilana Seidmann at: iseidmann@newtonma.gov. Tel: 617-796-1670.
Mindful Mosey at Fresh Pond Reservation (monthly)
Join us for a monthly "Mindful Mosey" series at the beautiful Fresh Pond Reservation. Guided by Stefanie Haug, mindful nature guide, and Ranger Amanda, this event is a perfect chance to explore nature, soak in the spring vibes, and connect with other earth lovers. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and notice the world around us, with quiet walking and moments of shared reflection. Suitable for everyone with accommodations always possible. Dress for the weather and bring a portable seat, if desired. Come once or come monthly.
Nature & Nurture at Mount Auburn Cemetery (a monthly series May-Nov)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Wonder Walk @ Mass Audubon
Step into the quiet magic of the Habitat woods for a gentle guided walk with sensory and meditation practices. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and observe as we interweave quiet walking with shared reflections and a tea ceremony outdoors. Come discover how nature can rest, reconnect and restore us.
On this walk we’ll particularly may attention to what is blooming within and without.
Wear warm, comfortable clothes for a gentle walk with very little elevation. Bring a portable seat, if desired.
Online registration through Mass Audubon here:
https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/habitat/102303-wonder-walk-spring-flowers
“Mindful Mosey” at Fresh Pond Reservation (monthly)
Join us for our Earth Day celebration as part of our monthly "Mindful Mosey" series at the beautiful Fresh Pond Reservation. Guided by Stefanie Haug, mindful nature guide, and Ranger Amanda, this event is a perfect chance to explore nature, soak in the spring vibes, and connect with other earth lovers. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and notice the world around us, with quiet walking and moments of shared reflection. Suitable for everyone with accommodations always possible. Dress for the weather and bring a portable seat, if desired. Come once or come monthly.
Rewilding Refresher @ Mount Auburn Cemetery. Launch of monthly Nature & Nurture series
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Take Back the Spring. Monthly mindful nature walks series.
Please join Ranger Amanda Garms and Stefanie Haug for a mindfulness oriented nature walk at Fresh Pond Reservation. Step into the quiet magic of the water, woods and wildlife for a gentle guided walk with sensory and meditation practices. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and observe as we interweave quiet walking with shared reflections and a tea ceremony outdoors. Wear warm, comfortable clothes for a gentle walk with very little elevation. Bring a portable seat, if desired.
To be held monthly on the last Wednesday. Come once or come every time to deepen your appreciation of the changing of the seasons.
To register: Please contact agarms@cambrdigema.gov or 617-680-2418.
Winter Wonder Walk & Tea
Step into the quiet magic of the winter woods for a gentle guided walk with sensory and meditation practices. Together we’ll breathe deeply, slow down, and observe as we interweave quiet walking with shared reflections and a tea ceremony outdoors. Come discover how nature can rest, reconnect and restore us - even the winter season.
Wear warm, comfortable clothes for a gentle walk with very little elevation. Bring a portable seat, if desired.
Register Here: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/habitat/100169-winter-wonder-walk
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library - Valente Branch (final in series)
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -Boudreau Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Meditation in Nature @ Audubon, Magazine Beach
Join me for a mindful experience in an urban jewelbox, Magazine Beach Audubon. All are welcome, so come as you are and just be yourself. You will be supported as you connect to nature in your own way. As Shinrin Yoku ('forest bathing') and similar practices around the world are reminding us, nurturing our inherent relationship with nature is good for us, body and soul.
Rewilding Walk @ Mount Auburn Cemetery
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -Main Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -Main Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Meditation in Nature @ Audubon, Magazine Beach
Join me for a mindful experience in an urban jewelbox, Magazine Beach Audubon. All are welcome, so come as you are and just be yourself. You will be supported as you connect to nature in your own way. As Shinrin Yoku ('forest bathing') and similar practices around the world are reminding us, nurturing our inherent relationship with nature is good for us, body and soul.
Rewilding Walk @ Mount Auburn Cemetery
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -O’Connell Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -O’Connell Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -Valente Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Meditation in Nature @ Audubon, Magazine Beach
Join me for a mindful experience in an urban jewelbox, Magazine Beach Audubon. All are welcome, so come as you are and just be yourself. You will be supported as you connect to nature in your own way. As Shinrin Yoku ('forest bathing') and similar practices around the world are reminding us, nurturing our inherent relationship with nature is good for us, body and soul.
Rewilding Walk @ Mount Auburn Cemetery (all ages)
Join me as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down, and being attentive to nature with all our senses. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements, a natural history of the area, guided breathing and centering awareness, mindful walking with sensory activities, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -Valente Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Neighborly Mindful Mosey with Cambridge Public Library -O’Connell Branch
Join me as we explore and connect with the nature in our neighborhood and celebrate Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices.
Mindful Nature Mosey for Elders with the Cooper Center for Active Living, Newton
Join me for a mindful experience in an urban jewelbox, Magazine Beach Audubon. All are welcome, so come as you are and just be yourself. You will be supported as you connect to nature in your own way. As Shinrin Yoku ('forest bathing') and similar practices around the world are reminding us, nurturing our inherent relationship with nature is good for us, body and soul.