Nature in the middle of nature.
Welcome to Valomarian Forest, which combines closeness to nature and well-being. Experience the power and joy of pure northern nature!
Harmony with nature in the heart of Inari
The forest whispers. Will you respond to the invitation?
With us, you can "take a dip" in a forest bath and sense nature through mindfulness, relaxation and sensory exercises, as well as enjoy relaxing herbal poultice massages and Reiki energy treatments.
Whether you come from near or far, I warmly welcome you to join us on the stage that changes according to the seasons!
In a grounding forest bathing, you get a safe nature moment for yourself and get to experience nature through various presence exercises. Imagine the scents of the forest, the hum of the wind in the treetops, and all the beauty around you. You are connected to the earth and to yourself.
I walk barefoot on the soft moss mounds, listening to the brook murmuring. I feel a gentle breeze on my skin. This is a time for me – my moment.
Forest Bathing
Sense
FINNISH FOREST BATHING, or shinrin-yoku, offers an opportunity to deepen your connection with nature through guided exercises. Forest bathing does not mean bathing by the water, but guided relaxation in nature. In the calming embrace of the forest, you can enjoy nature with all your senses and quiet down as yourself. Forest bathing is carried out in easily accessible local nature.
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In MEDITATION FOREST BATHING, I will intuitively guide you through a meditation- and forest bathing exercise which strengthen your connection with nature. The meditation forest bathing is carried out in easily accessible local nature. You are enough for nature just as you are.
Let's put on our backpacks
On the HIKING FOREST BATHING, we walk about 2-3 kilometres in a beautiful pine forest and stop occasionally to enjoy the forest bathing exercises. We eat our snacks amidst the scents of the forest and spend time outdoors in peace. This day trip lasts a total of 2,5 hours.
Children
In CHILDREN'S FOREST BATHING, we approach nature through a fairytale world. What an exciting place the forest can be! It is home to forest spirits, elves, goblins and fairies. How does a hare move? Are you as keen-eyed as an owl? Children's forest bathing takes place in easily accessible local nature.
Special groups
ACCESSIBLE FOREST BATHING is designed for Inari's easy-to-walk accessible trails along the Juutuanjoki River. You can join, for example, in a wheelchair or with other assistive devices all year round. Kirsi-Maria is a certified forest bathing guide® with expertise in inclusive facilitation for diverse groups.
FAQ
1. What is forest bathing?
We offer guided forest bathing programs for small groups in the local nature. Forest bathing does not mean bathing by the water, but guided relaxation in nature. We encounter nature with various mindfulness, relaxation and sensory exercises.
2. Who can participate?
Forest bathing is for everyone – locals, tourists and groups. Our programs are suitable for couples, small groups and families with children – anyone who longs for a connection with nature and themselves. It can be a part of your holiday, a day-off experience or a refreshing programme for a well-being day at work.
3. What about special groups?
We also specialise in the guidance of several special groups. We take into account accessible route choices and other individual customer needs. Forest bathing is suitable for people with sensory and highly sensitive people, people with reduced mobility, intellectual disabilities and people on the neurospectrum.
4. Is forest bathing a year-round program?
You can "take a dip" in a forest bath all year round. Each season has its own peculiarities. In spring, nature comes to life, in the warmth of summer it is in full greenery. In autumn, you will see the colours of the fresh autumn foliage and in the winter, you will experience darkness, snow and frost.
5. Why it's worth participating ?
Being in nature has several researched health and well-being effects. Even 10-20 minutes in the forest lowers blood pressure and has a positive effect on mood. Attentiveness increases during an hour's stay. The body's defense mechanisms recover within two hours. All in all, it is good to be in nature.
Often, taking one's own self and well-being into account is forgotten in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With the help of mindfulness, sensory and relaxation exercises, you can reconnect with your own body and inner mental world.
Forest bathing offers an opportunity to experience nature in a genuine and calming way – without roles, just as yourself.
Book your place for the next forest bathing session or contact us for more information!
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