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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:“Into the Deep…”  \nHere in December we feel the movement of Earth swiftly sinking into the darkest time of the year. In this gathering darkness we sense the Stillness and Silence available at this time of year like no other.   \nThe Winter Solstice–this year on Sunday\, December 21st–the shortest day\, and the longest night offers a unique opportunity to be in Nature.  \nWe are invited to share an experience of radical simplicity to experience this great turning from dark into light at a special place in the Hickory Nut Gorge: “Laughing Waters” Retreat Center.   \nMattie Decker\, Nature and Forest Therapy Guide will offer a special Solstice retreat including Mindfulness Meditation and Forest Therapy (“Shinrin Yoku” in the Japanese) in this pristine setting along the flowing waters of the Hickory Nut Creek.   \nYou may register here at ConservingCarolina.org  \nFor more information contact Mattie at drmattie.decker@gmail.com  or 828-333-3508.   \nPlease bring a journal or paper and pen\, a water bottle and a yoga mat or blanket.   \nLet us remember Gratefulness and Generosity as our core practice.  \nPhoto by Sara Jackson: The Aurora Borealis at Bat Cave 
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/winter-solstice-forest-bathing/
LOCATION:Laughing Waters Retreat Center\, 3963 Gerton Highway\, Gerton\, NC\, 28735\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Nighttime Walk to Celebrate the Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 21\, 2025 \nTime: 7:00 p.m. \nLocation: DuPont State Recreational Forest\, Hooker Falls Access Area\, first/lower parking lot \nJoin us to celebrate the winter solstice – the longest night of the year – with a nighttime walk to Hooker Falls\, in DuPont State Recreational Forest. \nStarting from the lower/first parking lot\, participants will be asked to enjoy a silent walk in the darkness\, without the aid of flashlights. (Red flashlights are permitted\, but only if needed/when necessary.) The stroll will be along a one-fourth mile trail to the base of Hooker Falls. Once arriving at the falls\, in the dark of night we’ll create soft moonlight by shining (white light) flashlights upon the falls…creating a quiet moment to celebrate the return of the sun to the northern hemisphere. \nParticipants are asked to: \n\nbring (white light) flashlights to help illuminate the waterfall when we arrive\nonly us red flashlights along the trail and as needed – we’d like to invite you to use your senses and realize how well you can see and enjoy the wilderness in the dark!\nwalk in silence to the waterfall\nbring a thermos with a warm (non-alcoholic) drink to toast the sun’s return when we arrive back at the lower/first parking lot\n\nThe event will be cancelled in case of heavy rain\, snow\, or ice. Pre-registration is required\, please RSVP below.  There is no charge for this event. \nIn case of inclement weather\, the website event will be updated by 12 p.m. on the day of the walk if cancellation is necessary. \nFor your safety\, do not attempt any hike beyond your ability and experience. Walkers should wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring water and a snack for themselves. Please be sure to bring any personal medication that you may require. \nFor more information contact Pam Torlina by email at: pam@conservingcarolina.org.
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LOCATION:Hooker Falls Access\, Dupont State Forest\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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