A three part outdoor session with Certified Meditation Instructor and Naturalist Tim Drake and Professor of Environmental Studies and Science Jason Hamilton.

Where: meeting at a choice selection of state forests, nature reserves and private natural areas around Tompkins County.

When: Sundays from 9:30-Noon 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 (you can register even if you can't attend all sessions)

Cost: $175 limited scholarships available - email for more info

Winter Wisdom: Beauty, Resilience & Adaptability

A New Course from Mindful by Nature

There is wisdom in the stillness of the forest in winter that can lead us to an inner calm in our own mind and body when we step outdoors and listen. Teachings of resilience and adaptability are shared with us by the birds, animals and trees. Like them, we can learn to thrive, grow and even be playful in this season of long nights and short days. The lack of sunlight and feelings of being cooped up in winter is hard for many people. We hope you will join us in getting outside and letting nature help lift your spirits this winter while we explore beautiful natural areas and the stories shared with us by the land itself.

Each week we will be working with mindfulness and nature connection practices while drawing on the story of the day as it presents itself. Our pallet will include:

Animal Tracks & Sign

Natural Navigation

Winter ecology

Resilience & Adaptability

Mindful Walking

Guided Meditations

Practices of Awe & Wonder

Led by Certified Meditation Instructor and Naturalist Tim Drake and Professor of Environmental Studies and Science Jason Hamilton