The Experience

We will meet at the trailhead, begin with introductions, and then the guide will create a container to allow participants to enter a state in which they can benefit the most from the walk.

The guide will invite participants to engage in experiences to connect with self, other participants, and the natural world. There will be light walking and tea served at the end to close out the journey.

This is a great event to bring family or friends to, get some time to connect with others in the community, and take time for yourself. 

About Shinrin‑yoku

Shinrin-yoku came about as an answer to the problems created when Japan’s society shifted from being more dominantly agricultural, to more urban. As in other parts of the world, people’s health declined as a result of spend hours indoors, in front of screens, not engaging with the more than human world.

Unlike exercise outdoors such as hiking, Shinrin-yoku is focused on engagement with aspects of the natural work using one’s senses.

Research shows that these types of experiences support immune system functioning, decrease stress, improve mood, as well as support other health benefits. Forest Therapy Walks are focused on these benefits as well as embodying an attitude of reciprocity. It is our mission to support reciprocity between humans and the nature to which we belong.

The Location

Wilson Canyon Trailhead at Wilson Canyon Park
Sylmar, Los Angeles, California

Arrival Time. Arrive by 10:45am. The walk will start at 11am.

Free Parking. There is free parking on Olive View at the entrance to Wilson Canyon Park. The walk up to the trailhead is about half a mile, please give yourself about 20 minutes as it is uphill.

Paid Parking. There is paid parking for $5 cash at the entrance to the park, this will allow you to drive up to the gravel lot to meet us at the trailhead.

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