Immerse Yourself in Nature

Experience the Benefits of Forest Bathing

“Wilderness to the people of America is a spiritual necessity,
an antidote to the high pressure of modern life,
a means of regaining serenity and equilibrium.”
~ Sigurd Olson, 1946

What is
Forest Bathing?

Forest Bathing is the Japanese art of "Shinrin Yoku",

translated as: 'taking in the forest air with all the senses'.

Backed by rigorous scientific studies beginning in 1984, forest bathing is a gentle, immersive, intentional, and meditative walk through the forest that has been found to reduce stress, boost immune function, as well as increase focus and productivity.

Click here to explore more of the scientific benefits of forest bathing

Why do we need
Forest Bathing?

Because Humanity needs Nature.

Let's face it, we're stressed. Whether it is jobs, clients, kids, family, global pandemics... We weren't built for this. We didn't evolve in cities - we evolved out there, in the forests and prairies, for hundreds of thousands of years. Our brains and bodies are made to connect to nature, in fact, they crave it - this is called biophilia. Deep down we know nature is good for us, it's intuitive. But for whatever reason, we tend to ignore our intuitions.

Our purpose at Motz Studios Forest Bathing Experiences is to re-introduce you to what your intuition already knows:

what mysteries lie in the transformative power of the forest. We invite you to join one of our forest bathing walks and find healing and joy, quiet your mind, soften your stresses, and to do this in partnership with the forest.

What are your
Forest BathingWalks Like?

Our forest bathing walks are a professionally-guided experience inspired by Shinrin Yoku.

During our forest bathing walks you will find yourself slowing down and leaving the tame world behind.

You will experience invitations that enliven your senses, allowing you to connect deeply and personally with the forest. We will wander for 2 or 3 hours and rarely travel far. You may find yourself noticing things about the forest you never have before. You will find the serenity of nature heightens the pleasure of silence and stillness.

Your sojourn with the woods may lead you back to yourself.

Who are your
Forest Bathing Walks For?

Our Forest Bathing walks are for everyone.

This experience allows you to tap into an intuitive and ancient practice of wellbeing that has inspired human beings for millennia - the transformative spirit of the forest. We host forest bathing walks for individuals; private groups; team & organizational wellness; executive & staff retreats; schools, colleges, universities;

as well as church and spiritual groups.

Many of our clients have found deep and profound value in a team forest bathing experience.

Motz Studios also offers inspirational & educational keynote presentations. These can be combined with a custom-tailored forest bathing walk geared towards your particular needs.

How Can We Help?

Upcoming Experiences

Sat 03 Jun
Forest Bathing w/Robbinsdale Community Education
Sohacki Park
RSVP
Jun 03, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Sohacki Park, 3500 June Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55422, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. This tiny but striking woodland pulls you into another world. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Sat 03 Jun
Full Moon Forest Bathing @ The Arboretum
MN Landscape Arboretum
RSVP
Jun 03, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
MN Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN 55318, USA
Experience woods and trails at The Arb as you never have before! Deepen your connection to the natural world via this intentional, immersive, and meditative guided walk. 6p to 8p
Fri 09 Jun
Forest Bathing w/Scott County Recreation
Cleary Lake Regional Park
RSVP
Jun 09, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cleary Lake Regional Park, 18106 Texas Ave, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. Experience the park in a new way. Join us from 7p to 9p.
Sat 10 Jun
Forest Bathing w/Washington County Parks
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
RSVP
Jun 10, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, 10191 St Croix Trail S, Hastings, MN 55033, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. Experience the bluffs in a new way. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Sun 11 Jun
Forest Bathing w/Wayzata Community Education
Wayzata
RSVP
Jun 11, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wayzata, 917 Old Long Lake Rd, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. This secret woodland is simply amazing - see it for yourself. Join us from 2p to 4p.
Mon 12 Jun
Wild Rice Retreat Forest Bathing Experience
Wild Rice Retreat
RSVP
Jun 12, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wild Rice Retreat, 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814, USA
Experience the woods, trails, and water of northern Wisconsin as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite wellbeing retreats. Spots limited, sign up today!
Sat 17 Jun
Forest Bathing w/Minnetonka Community Education
Westwood Hills Nature Center
RSVP
Jun 17, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM CDT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. The maple woods pull you into another world. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Sat 17 Jun
Forest Bathing w/St. Louis Park Community Ed
Westwood Hills Nature Center
RSVP
Jun 17, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM CDT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. This striking woodland pulls you into another world. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Wed 21 Jun
Summer Solstice Forest Bathing @ The Arboretum
MN Landscape Arboretum
RSVP
Jun 21, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
MN Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN 55318, USA
Experience woods and trails at The Arb as you never have before! Deepen your connection to the natural world via this intentional, immersive, and meditative guided walk. 6p to 8p
Sat 08 Jul
Forest Bathing w/Bloomington Community Education
Moir Park
RSVP
Jul 08, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431, USA
Experience Nine Mile Creek, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. The winding creekside path through the woods pulls you into another world. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Sun 09 Jul
Forest Bathing w/Wayzata Community Education
Wayzata
RSVP
Jul 09, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wayzata, 917 Old Long Lake Rd, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. This secret woodland is simply amazing - see it for yourself. Join us from 2p to 4p.
Sat 15 Jul
Forest Bathing w/Scott County Recreation
Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
RSVP
Jul 15, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, 15501 Murphy Lake Blvd, Savage, MN 55378, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. Experience the park in a new way. Join us from 9a to 11a.
Sat 15 Jul
Forest Bathing w/Minnetonka Community Education
Lowry Nature Center
RSVP
Jul 15, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
Lowry Nature Center, 7025 Nature Center Dr, Victoria, MN 55386, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. The maple woods pull you into another world. Join us from 2p to 4p.
Sat 15 Jul
Forest Bathing w/St. Louis Park Community Ed
Lowry Nature Center
RSVP
Jul 15, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
Lowry Nature Center, 7025 Victoria Dr, Victoria, MN 55386, USA
Experience wetlands, woods, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. The maple woods pull you into another world. Join us from 2p to 4p.
Sat 22 Jul
Wild Rice Retreat Forest Bathing Experience
Wild Rice Retreat
RSVP
Jul 22, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wild Rice Retreat, 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814, USA
Experience the woods, trails, and water of northern Wisconsin as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite wellbeing retreats. Spots limited, sign up today!
Thu 27 Jul
Wild Rice Retreat Forest Bathing Experience
Wild Rice Retreat
RSVP
Jul 27, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wild Rice Retreat, 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814, USA
Experience the woods, trails, and water of northern Wisconsin as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite wellbeing retreats. Spots limited, sign up today!
Sun 30 Jul
Forest Bathing @ Ney Nature Center
Ney Nature Center
RSVP
Jul 30, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM CDT
Ney Nature Center, 28238 Nature Center Ln, Henderson, MN 56044, USA
Experience woods, ravines, prairies, and trails as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite parks. Join us from 9:30a to 11:30a.
Thu 03 Aug
Wild Rice Retreat Forest Bathing Experience
Wild Rice Retreat
RSVP
Aug 03, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wild Rice Retreat, 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814, USA
Experience the woods, trails, and water of northern Wisconsin as you deepen your connection to the natural world via an intentional, immersive, and meditative private guided walk at one of our favorite wellbeing retreats. Spots limited, sign up today!