Discover Forest Bathing in Flagstaff: A Forest Experience You’ll Never Forget — Right Outside Your Door
During your stay at our home on Mt. Elden in Flagstaff, don’t miss the chance to experience shinrin yoku—the Japanese art of bathing the senses in the forest’s atmosphere. This all-ages guided experience invites you to slow down, awaken your senses, and connect deeply with the world’s largest Ponderosa pine forest—something many locals and visitors never truly experience. This isn’t a hike or a tour—it’s a restorative practice that nourishes body and mind, backed by decades of research on the benefits of time in nature.
Why Choose Forest Therapy in Flagstaff?
- Engage all five senses with mindful invitations to notice scent, texture, sound, and presence
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Scientifically proven to reduce stress, boost mood, and improve clarity and focus
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Breathe in the rich vanilla–butterscotch scent of Ponderosa pines, whose natural phytoncides are shown to enhance immune function and deepen relaxation for weeks after the experience
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Be guided by a certified Forest Therapy Guide, trained in methods practiced around the world
Who Will Be Your Guide?
I’m Lee Havenga, a certified Forest Therapy Guide trained by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. My own journey into forest therapy began after a life-changing health diagnosis forced me to slow down and reevaluate how I lived. In the Flagstaff forest, I found a sense of healing, calm, and deep Connection. A forest therapy guide doesn’t “teach” you about nature in the way a naturalist might. Instead, I create the space and structure for you to connect with the forest in your own way—helping you notice details you might otherwise miss, and ensuring a safe, intentional, and open experience.
What You Need to Know
When: Year round, any time of day – dawn to dusk
Duration: 2-3 hours
Cost: Exclusive rental guest rate – $125 per group
Wear: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes are recommended
Bring: Drinking water and sunscreen/bug spray if you’d like
Ready to Connect?
Text Lee Havenga, your certified Forest Therapy Guide in Flagstaff, at 815-343-1707 to schedule your private Forest Connection Experience.
Reconnect with nature. Reconnect with yourself.