Damselfly Forest Therapy

04/16/2026

Dark Sky Week is April 13-20. Recognize the importance of preserving dark skies by attending this great event!

Step into the night sky on Friday, April 24th! Start with an engaging astronomy presentation, then head outside for a live stargazing experience.

04/16/2026

“Every day, I see or hear something that more or less kills me with delight...”
— Mary Oliver

📆 Sunday, April 19
⏰ 1:30-3:30 PM
📍 Garden Party Books MN
📖 Poetry on the Cascade: A guided nature and poetry walk 🌿

This is a slow, guided walk along Cascade Creek with poetry, gentle sensory invitations, and tea to close.

No pressure, no sharing required—just a couple of hours to step out of the noise.

If you’ve been thinking about it, this is a good moment to say yes.

🎫 https://www.damselflyforesttherapy.com/event-details/poetry-on-the-cascade-a-guided-nature-and-poetry-walk

04/14/2026

Sounds like trail running and forest therapy have a lot in common!

04/13/2026

If your mind feels a little full tonight…
you’re not the only one.

Sometimes the most helpful thing
isn’t to figure anything out—
it’s to step outside
and let something else hold your attention for a while.

The sound of water moving.
The feeling of your feet on the path.
A moment where nothing is expected of you.

I’m partnering with Garden Party Books MN to offer a gentle, guided nature + poetry walk next weekend on Cascade Creek—
a space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect.

If that feels like something you might need,
you’re welcome to join us.

✨ Details in the link below

Poetry on the Cascade: A guided nature and poetry walk
📍 Garden Party Books, 602 7th St NW, Rochester, MN
🗓️ Sunday, April 19
⏰ 1:30–3:30 PM
🔗 https://www.damselflyforesttherapy.com/event-details/poetry-on-the-cascade-a-guided-nature-and-poetry-walk

04/07/2026

What if you gave yourself 2 hours to truly slow down?

On Sunday, April 19 from 1:30-3:30 PM, I’m guiding a nature + poetry walk along Cascade Creek designed to help you step out of stress and back into presence.

✨ A gentle, slow-paced walk
✨ Poetry woven into the landscape
✨ Guided sensory invitations (no experience needed)

This isn’t a hike. It’s a reset for your nervous system.

A few spots remain—join us here:
https://www.damselflyforesttherapy.com/event-details/poetry-on-the-cascade-a-guided-nature-and-poetry-walk

A big thank you to Garden Party Books MN for co-hosting this event!

04/02/2026

Have you paused today?

Not to check a box.
Not to be productive.
Just to notice.

This short video was taken at a neighborhood pond right here in Rochester. If you turn on the sound, you might hear what I heard. If you look closely, you might notice small details you would have otherwise missed.

This is the essence of forest therapy.

In a guided walk, we slow down together—not to hike or exercise, but to reconnect with our senses, our surroundings, and ourselves. These experiences are gentle, accessible, and surprisingly powerful.

I offer guided forest therapy walks in Rochester for:
• Individuals
• Small groups
• Workplace wellness

If this video gave you even a moment of calm, imagine what a full guided experience could offer.

You’re always welcome to join me.

Learn more or see upcoming walks: https://www.damselflyforesttherapy.com/event-list

03/27/2026

The Spring Peepers are peeping in SE Minnesota 🐸

03/26/2026

🌿 Something slow and beautiful is coming to Rochester.

Join Damselfly Forest Therapy + Garden Party Books MN for Poetry on the Cascade, a guided nature walk along Cascade Creek, woven through with readings from Mary Oliver's Devotions.

Sunday, April 19 · 1:30–3:30 PM
📍 Garden Party Books, 602 7th St. NW, Rochester, MN

We'll begin with a brief welcome at the bookstore, walk to Cascade Creek, and spend the afternoon in sensory invitations inspired by Oliver's words. The walk closes back at the shop with tea, light snacks, and quiet conversation.

Spots are limited to 12 participants · $45 per person

🔗 Reserve yours at https://www.damselflyforesttherapy.com/event-details/poetry-on-the-cascade-a-guided-nature-and-poetry-walk