3ROC will be hosting Forest Bathing with Doug Jones, Ph.D. on Weds., April 30th
6 to 8 p.m. at Frick Park. Doug is an experienced guide, trained and certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs.

Forest Bathing is the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English)
a leisurely, sensory-based walk in the woods, where we concentrate on the sights,
sounds, smells, touches, and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration
nor a fitness trek; instead, this walk is about absorbing the health benefits of
spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about repairing and nurturing our
relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. Join us to experience nature’s
power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. Who knows what surprises nature
may have in store? There are no requirements—just come as you are.

Doug earned his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the
Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Before
launching his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist
in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In
retirement, his goal is to guide walks to remain in service to others and nature. The
experiences during a Forest Therapy walk allow participants to recollect and
embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves and others. The
ANFT motto is: "The forest is the therapist; the guide opens the doors.” Dr. Jones
has guided over 100 walks in Pittsburgh and Northwestern Michigan.

Fee for the program is $35 and pre-registration is required. Please visit: XXX to
register by April 20th . For more information email kganster@verizon.net or 412-
377-8364.

 

Register Here

Location: Meet at the Lower Frick Park Parking Lot, which is also known as the
Lower Frick Park Play Area. Most GPS programs will direct people there using
these names. We'll meet near the entrance to the parking lot. 

Directions: From Braddock Ave. in Regent Square, turn towards Frick Park onto
Hutchinson St. Then turn Right on Lancaster Ave and follow the curves down the
hillside. You can go ahead and park in the first spot you find. We'll meet near the
entrance to the parking Lot.