Guided experiences that foster well-being and connection
Story in 100 Words
Once upon a time, a young girl climbed through a hole in the fence into the hills. She wandered for hours — touching grass, watching deer. She didn’t know, but she was forest bathing! Nature became her happy place. Growing older, life’s pressures began piling on. Responsibilities, deadlines. She noticed others felt it too. Even outdoors, there was pressure to go farther, faster. She wondered, shouldn’t we have space to just be? Could a relationship with nature lighten life’s pressures? She decided to make a “hole in the fence” for others to climb through… and Nature Connection Santa Barbara was born.
What is nature connection?
Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, which translates to “forest bathing,” nature connection is a chance to slow down and experience nature with your senses. It’s mindful, playful, or sometimes both. Unlike a hike or naturalist walk, there’s no mountain to climb or scientific names to learn. No previous outdoor experience is needed.
Better mood and sense of well-being
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Improved concentration and creativity
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Lower blood pressure and cortisol
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Better mood and sense of well-being • Improved concentration and creativity • Lower blood pressure and cortisol •
Increased immune function
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Sense of awe and gratitude
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Social bonds
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Increased immune function • Sense of awe and gratitude • Social bonds •
Your guide Tamara Murray is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. A professional guide ensures that the experience is accessible, safe and thoughtfully designed.
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A welcoming space for people of all identities and abilities
Everyone belongs in nature because we are nature. Nature connection experiences are safe, welcoming spaces for people from all walks of life. Experiences take place in locations that are accessible to people of different ages, abilities and experience levels.
Offerings
Employee Wellness
Short, on-site nature resets and off-site team retreats that boost well-being and team bonding
Public Events
Regularly scheduled nature resets open to the public providing rest and community connection
Private Groups
Personalized experiences for individuals or small groups, from birthdays to book clubs to just because
Nature Connection Santa Barbara offers professionally guided nature connection experiences that foster well-being and social connection. Nature connection is inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, sometimes referred to as forest bathing or forest therapy. If you are looking for forest bathing in Santa Barbara and surrounding areas, certified guide Tamara Murray has employee wellness, public event, and private group offerings. No outdoor is experience is needed! Learn more about the benefits of connecting with nature, or contact Tamara with any questions.