{"id":15425,"date":"2026-03-29T17:36:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T21:36:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/?post_type=ctc_event&#038;p=15425"},"modified":"2026-04-08T18:21:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T22:21:22","slug":"dharma-wilding-a-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-experience","status":"publish","type":"ctc_event","link":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/events\/dharma-wilding-a-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Dharma Wilding \u2013 A Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tree Huggers Wanted<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday, April 18, 2026 \u2022 10:00 AM<\/strong><br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Wadsworth State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middlefield\/Middletown, CT<br><strong>Meeting Point:<\/strong> Covered bridge near the main parking area<br><strong>Suggested Donation:<\/strong> $20\u2013$25 (see below)<br><strong>Please arrive 10 minutes early.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for a peaceful and uplifting <strong>Dharma Wilding Experience<\/strong>\u2014a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence, gentle walking, breathwork, and deep connection with the natural world. Guided by Rev. G.R. Lewis<strong>,<\/strong> M.A. Dharma Wilding Guide and Buddhist teacher with over 35 years of experience, this session offers a calm, heart-centered way to reconnect with natural world, ease stress, and rediscover your sense of belonging. <strong><strong>No prior experience with meditation or mindfulness is needed \u2014 beginners and non-Buddhists are warmly welcome.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Expect<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dharma-Wilding-Experience-in-CT.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15434\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.059590752889722;width:224px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dharma-Wilding-Experience-in-CT.jpg 445w, https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dharma-Wilding-Experience-in-CT-300x283.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dharma Wilding is a slow, sensory-rich immersion in the woods that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mindful walking and grounding practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gentle breath and awareness exercises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quiet sitting meditation (bring a portable lightweight chair if desired)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided reflections that help you feel connected with nature, yourself, and with the light within<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Trails are generally easy and mostly flat, though there may be bumps and small inclines. <strong>May not be suitable for every mobility level<\/strong>. Ages <strong>13+<\/strong> are welcome. This experience is best suited for those comfortable walking on natural surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Suggested Donation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>$20\u2013$25 donation<\/strong> is appreciated to support BFF\u2019s programs, donations to local preserves, and the ongoing development of Dharma Wilding. Donations are made at initial meeting point when registering, through Venmo, PayPal or in cash at the site (cash preferred: no fees).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weather Policy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Dharma Wilding takes place outdoors and may be <strong>postponed in the event of rain, storms, or unsafe conditions<\/strong>. Sessions proceed in very light rain \u2014 please dress accordingly. However, in cases of very inclement weather or trail issues, the session will be postponed. To confirm, please check the individual event post on the BFF website approximately <strong>2 hours before<\/strong> the scheduled start time. If there is no update about a postponement, the session will go ahead as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About Dharma Wilding<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are planning to attend this Dharma Wilding event, it is <strong>important to read the full description and what to bring etc<\/strong> of this Buddhist-inspired forest bathing experience, please visit the main Dharma Wilding page: <a href=\"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/dharma-wilding-a-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-experience\/\"><strong>https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/dharma-wilding-a-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-experience\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We look forward to sharing Dharma Wilding with you.<br><strong>Come breathe, listen, and awaken in the company of trees.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, April 18, 2026 \u2022 10:00 AMLocation: Wadsworth State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middlefield\/Middletown, CTMeeting Point: Covered bridge near the main parking areaSuggested Donation: $20\u2013$25 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. 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