Events

The Forest and Human Health: Talk and Walk 

Connect with nature through the senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch.

Event Details

In Japan, forest walks, known as shinrin-yoku , ‘bathing in the forest atmosphere’, are a key aspect of preventative health care. Join us for a talk and walk exploring the history and research behind forest bathing and benefits for human health while experiencing a guided nature walk at Dix Park. The actual walking portion is less than .3 miles roundtrip from the Stone Houses Visitor Center to include walking on paved paths like the Greenway, sidewalks and in woodland and grassy areas.

This program is free to the public thanks to Dix Park Conservancy donors.

Guide: Jane Saiers/Darin Knapp

Time:  1:00 - 3:00pm 

Location: Meet at The Stone Houses Visitor Center, 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603

Registration: While free to attend, participation is limited. Registration is required. 

Registration opens 2 weeks in advance at 12:00 pm. 

REGISTER

What to Bring

• You are encouraged bring a small camping stool, chair, yoga mat, or towel to carry during the walk and use to sit in nature.
• Dress for the weather. Closed-toe shoes are recommended.

Know Before You Go

• This program takes place outside the entire time.
• Walking up hills, in grass, and on uneven surfaces will be necessary.
• Restrooms and water fountain are available at the Superintendents House and in the Visitor Center.
• If there is inclement weather, the walk will be canceled and registered participants will be notified by email.

Directions and Parking

• Via Western Boulevard: Enter at  S. Boylan Avenue
• Via Lake Wheeler Road: Enter at Umstead Drive
• Follow Signs towards The Stone Houses Visitor Center
• Parking is located in the Dwire Drive Lot
• Click on the image below for an enlarged parking map.

Accessibility

Dix Park continues to strive to be accessible and welcoming for visitors, including those with disabilities. Currently, portions of Dix Park, including some areas where programs and events occur, have uneven surfaces and are not fully accessible. Accessibility is a primary focus for early park improvements and all future planning and development.

Parking: ADA parking spaces for the Stone Houses are located behind the buildings off Tate Dr.

Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available at the Superintendents House public restroom facility and in the Visitor Center.

Building Entrances: Ramps are located at the rear of the buildings. 

Programs and Events: Raleigh Parks Inclusion Services works with community members to support participation. To request a program modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please complete and submit the Accommodation Request Form or contact Inclusion Services staff at 919-996-2147 or ParksInclusion@raleighnc.gov.

Questions?

Contact Dix Park Staff at 919-996-3255 or events@dixpark.org