Autumn Pause in the Garden – Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy

In Partnership with Missouri Botanical Gardens

By early November, the garden settles into a quieter rhythm with softened colors, rustling leaves, and crisp air that invites reflection. This Forest Bathing and Nature Therapy walk offers a chance to take a restorative pause in the stillness of late autumn, creating space for grounding and calm before the holiday season begins to gather momentum.

Guided by Certified Forest and Nature Therapy Guide Jess Thenhaus, you’ll be led through gentle, sensory invitations that encourage relaxation, presence, and connection with the garden in late autumn. The morning offers a restorative pause in nature and a chance to ground yourself before the pace of the holiday season begins.

• A slow, mindful walk through the garden’s late-autumn landscapes.
• Gentle sensory invitations to deepen relaxation and presence.
• A grounding pause to carry with you into the busier weeks ahead.

Nature’s Invitation:

This is a leisurely walk, not a strenuous hike, designed for deep relaxation and connection. Guided by Jess, you’ll engage with nature through mindful, sensory invitations. Each session includes time for quiet reflection, optional sharing, and simple practices you can bring into your daily life to nurture your connection with the natural world.

Unique Journey: 

Each walk at the Missouri Botanical Gardens is a distinctive encounter, welcoming individuals of all fitness levels.