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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Soul Trekkers \n\n\n\nForest Bathing Walk in Jefferson Barracks Park\n\n\n\n A Meditative Walk Through the Woods\n\n\n\nPresented by Colleen Baum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContemplative Outreach “Soul Trekkers” invite you on a meditative walk through the woods.\n\n\n\n“Wild places draw us out of ourselves and into deeper awareness.” \n\n\n\n— Belden C. Lane \n\n\n\n🌿 Soul Trekkers Nature Walk — Jefferson Barracks Park – Black Hawk Shelter – Meet in Parking AreaJoin us for a gentle contemplative walk through the wooded areas of Jefferson Barracks Park. Together we will slow down\, listen deeply to the rhythms of nature\, and allow the beauty of the trees\, sky\, and changing season to invite us into quiet awareness of God’s presence.\n\n\n\nWe will be walking along uneven forest floor paths\, so sturdy shoes are recommended. Our pace will be slow and attentive\, allowing time to notice the quiet beauty and subtle movements of the natural world.These walks offer a simple space for silence\, reflection\, and shared presence as we explore the natural world with attentive hearts.Colleen Baum will serve as our Nature Guide\, sharing her wisdom as an ISA Certified Arborist with more than 20 years of experience and owner of Droege Tree Care in St. Louis. This marks the third year Colleen has led our Soul Trekkers walks\, and she is deeply respected for the knowledge and insight she brings — helping us notice the beauty of the woods and listen to what creation quietly conveys to us.Colleen will also offer reflections along the way\, while honoring our shared silence and contemplative experience.   \n\n\n\nWhile also listening to the wisdom of the forest in stillness\, we will have the opportunity to be guided and participate in a centering prayer meditation (or meditation of your choice). \n\n\n\nAll are welcome — whether you come for silence\, reflection\, or simply the joy of walking together in nature. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJust as We…the Trees…\n\n\n\nRespond to trauma \n\n\n\nChange as we do as needed\n\n\n\nLet go when they are powerless\n\n\n\nSet boundaries after wounding \n\n\n\nTurn toward their inner-selves to quiet\n\n\n\nLive and Let Live with love\n\n\n\nMay the Forest Be with Us\n\n\n\n\n12:30 PM — Gathering\, welcome\, and introduction by Colleen Baum1:00 PM — Walk begins promptly3:00 PM — Walk concludes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n📍New Shelter Location  (as of March 8th)Jefferson Barracks Park — Black Hawk Shelter – Parking Area\n\n\n\nEnter Jefferson Barracks Park from Telegraph Road. After entering the park\, follow the main park road and watch for signs directing you toward Black Hawk Shelter. Parking lot (and Rest Rooms) nearby where we will meet. (GPS tip: search “Black Hawk Shelter Jefferson Barracks Park.”) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to sharing this time in nature together.\n\n\n\nRegistration required –  please scroll to the end.  Space is limited to 25 attendees.  \n\n\n\nFor any questions please email: susiebrentcostl@gmail.com \n\n\n\nA reminder email with the confirmed meeting location will be sent to all registered participants before the event. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen heart and attentive spirit\n\n\n\nSturdy walking shoes (very uneven forest floor surfaces)\n\n\n\nWalking stick (optional but helpful)\n\n\n\nPlastic grocery bag\n\n\n\nBilled hat to block sun while looking up\n\n\n\nDress appropriately – forecast predicts highs in upper 50’s to low 60’s\n\n\n\nBe prepared before the walk by being well fed and hydrated\n\n\n\nBring water / hydration for the walk\n\n\n\nBug repellent if it makes you feel comfortable to use\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA little history on the formation of the Soul Trekkers\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 2022 following a 7 day silent retreat in Snowmass\, CO at St. Benedict’s Monastery\, Jennifer Beeman\, Heather Fricke and Susie Brent gathered with Jenny Adamson and Pat Johnson to discuss potential avenues for sharing the methods of centering prayer with the next generation. It was suggested to combine centering prayer with an activity such as yoga or art.  It was agreed upon that contemplative prayer may enhance and be enhanced by any activity that lends itself to a stillness in mind and heart\, a joy within\, and being truly present in each moment. The divine dwelling within can be communed with while hiking beneath the trees\, free flowing with a favorite melody\, exploring and creating in a favorite artistic medium\, within the deep breath taken while settling into a yoga pose\, energy breath work\, or while listening to the draw of classical piano music. These are just some avenues to become more comfortable with simply being.It is the Soul Trekkers intent to investigate the many branches of the Tree of Contemplative Practices combined with guided Centering Prayer meditation sessions to inspire exploration\, joy\, and connection in a fellowship of contemplative travelers.  While centering prayer guidelines will be offered\, any and all meditation disciplines are welcome. The goal is to embrace stillness and foster a relationship with the God within each of us and our true authentic selves. Come share in the beautiful intimacy that stillness in community has to offer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage by Carrie Bergman\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“As we walk together\, we allow the landscape itself to guide our attention and deepen our listening. \n\n\n\n\n…The place itself becomes the teacher.” \n\n\n\n\n— Belden C. Lane \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\n\n\n\n\n                \n\n                        EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Background(Required)Please briefly share your contemplative prayer backgroundIf you are bringing guests\, please list their names below. 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