The Mountain Parks Foundation presents the Redwood Rx program offering nature-based guided programs in Henry Cowell, Fall Creek, and Big Basin that allow participants to experience the health and wellness benefits of connecting with nature.
Classes are scheduled from April to October. Fees apply.
Here are some in April:
California Poppy Wildflowers
Acrylic Painting
Saturday, April 5 • Time: 2- 4 pm | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Learn how to paint poppies in acrylic on canvas with local artist Sarah Orre, fol-lowing a step-by-step process. All levels of experience are welcomed.
Cost: $45
Forest Qi Gong
Wednesday, April 16 • 9 – 11 am | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Embark on a transformative journey that fuses the restorative powers of the Red-wood forest with the ancient art of Qi Gong. All levels of experience are wel-comed.
Cost: $35
Walk with a Doc
Thursday, April 17 • 10 – 11:30 am | Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Experience the combined power of phys-ical activity, health education, social connection, and the healing magic of na-ture by joining our Walk with a Doc pro-gram.
Cost: Free
Run in the Woods
Thursday, April 24 • 10 – 11:30 am | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Experience a moving conversation be-tween you and the natural world through the practice of trail running!
Cost: Free
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Future Dates
April 25 – Yoga in Nature
April 27- Awakening Earth: Women’s Spring Retreat
April 27 – Grieving with the Redwood Forest
May 1 – Run in the Woods: A Playgroup for Older Women
May 2- Yoga in Nature
May 8 – Run in the Woods: A Playgroup for Older Women
May 9 – Teachings of Water: Meditation & Movement
May 9 – Yoga in Nature
May 14 – Forest Qi Gong
May 18 – Intro to Nature Journaling
May 22 – Naturally Creative: Writing in and with Nature
May 29 – Sunset Yoga
June 6 – Roots of Breath: A Breathwork Journey
June 7 – Forest Nights: Mixed Media Watercolor & Acrylic Painting
June 8 – Nature Meditation for Beginners
Info: www.mountainparks.org/rx-classes/