
In The Company of Trees
Upcoming Retreat
8/31 - 9/2/2026
Join Motz Studios for a three-day forest bathing retreat at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center in Finland, Minnesota — one of the North Shore’s most breathtaking natural settings. From August 31–Sept 2, you’ll slow down, step off the grid, and reconnect with the living world through guided forest bathing walks, fire circle reflections, a twilight wander under the waning moon, and quiet time among old trees.
Woven throughout is the grounding wisdom of Stoic philosophy — not as lecture, but as a lens for noticing what the forest already knows: that stillness clarifies, impermanence teaches, and presence is enough. Whether you’re carrying exhaustion, transition, or simply the weight of too much noise, this retreat offers something rare — unrushed time in good company, with the trees doing most of the talking.
Upcoming Public Experiences
Registration for all walks with our collaborative partners adhere to schedules set by each partner.
Motz Studios-only forest bathing walk registration closes the evening prior to scheduled walk.
Walks require 4 person min. to proceed.
All guests must complete release waiver below prior to joining A walk.

Sat, Jul 18Long LakeStep away from the noise and slip into the quiet wisdom of the woods. Join our guided Forest Bathing Walks and feel stress dissolve as nature recalibrates your mind, body, and spirit. Slow down. Breathe deeply. Come home to yourself. Limited spots available—reserve yours today.
Sat, Jul 18Cleary Lake Regional ParkStep into serenity and experience the transformative magic of forest bathing. Reconnect with nature, rejuvenate your mind, and find peace within.
Sun, Jul 192060 County Rd 6, Long Lake, MN 55356, USAFollow winding ravine trails beneath century-old maples, where dappled light and rustling canopy invite you to slow down and simply breathe. The kind of quiet that resets a busy mind.
Wed, Jul 29Lake Elmo Park ReserveExperience the details of nature in a whole new way - at night under the light of the full moon.
Thu, Jul 30University of MN Landscape ArboretumEscape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming embrace of the forest. Limited spots available – reserve yours today and let nature rejuvenate you!
Sat, Aug 082060 County Rd 6, Long Lake, MN 55356, USAFollow winding ravine trails beneath century-old maples, where dappled light and rustling canopy invite you to slow down and simply breathe. The kind of quiet that resets a busy mind.
Sun, Aug 09Cleary Lake Regional ParkJoin us for a sensory-rich wander through the maple glades at Cleary Lake.
Fri, Aug 14University of MN Landscape ArboretumEscape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming embrace of the forest. Limited spots available – reserve yours today and let nature rejuvenate you!
Sat, Aug 222060 County Rd 6, Long Lake, MN 55356, USAFollow winding ravine trails beneath century-old maples, where dappled light and rustling canopy invite you to slow down and simply breathe. The kind of quiet that resets a busy mind.
Sun, Aug 23Spring Lake Regional Park - North EntranWhere dappled light filters through maple leaves and the ground rolls beneath your feet, this walk through Spring Lake Regional Park asks nothing more of you than to slow down.
Thu, Aug 27University of MN Landscape ArboretumEscape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming embrace of the forest. Limited spots available – reserve yours today and let nature rejuvenate you!
Fri, Aug 28Wood-Rill Scientific and Natural Area (SGet outside under the full moon and notice how the night comes alive by tuning in all of your senses.
Sat, Aug 29Nottingham ParkExperience the details of nature in a whole new way - at night under the light of the full moon.
Mon, Aug 31Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning CenterRegistration is now open!! Join us up north for a memorable retreat at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center. We will deepen our connection with self through the living world, and cultivate stillness.
Sat, Sep 05Lone Lake ParkStep away from the noise and slip into the quiet wisdom of the woods. Join our guided Forest Bathing Walks and feel stress dissolve as nature recalibrates your mind, body, and spirit. Slow down. Breathe deeply. Come home to yourself. Limited spots available—reserve yours today.
Fri, Sep 11University of MN Landscape ArboretumEscape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming embrace of the forest. Limited spots available – reserve yours today and let nature rejuvenate you!
Sun, Sep 20Cottage Grove Ravine Regional ParkJoin us for a sensory-rich stroll through the hills and forests of this stunning park.
Fri, Sep 25University of MN Landscape ArboretumEscape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming embrace of the forest. Limited spots available – reserve yours today and let nature rejuvenate you!
