Forest Bathing
Sunday, May 18, 1-4pm
Enjoy a fully guided practice in the art of Shinrin~Yoku (Forest Bathing) with Cynthia Smith. Forest Bathing has been proven to provide many benefits for the spirit, mind, and body. This program is an invitation to be in nature that brings one closer to the “nurture of nature.” Upon registration, a list will be provided to help you prepare for your experience. Hot tea will be provided.
Cost: $37 per person
Cynthia Smith is an experienced Forest Bathing guide. She is also a meditation and restorative yoga teacher of 26 years. In her love of nature, she finds sanctuary and enjoys sharing this deep and honored connection with others.
Diapers in the Dunes
Wednesday, May 21, 9-10:30am
Please join us for a gentle guided “hike” kicking off at our campus at Dunes Learning Center. This event is intended as an introduction to nature for the youngest adventurers and is geared toward “lap babies” rather than toddlers or older children.
Baby carriers are strongly recommended.
Cost: Free! Donations welcome.
Earth Systems: A Great Lakes Perspective
Friday August 8—Saturday, August 9
By NASA - http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/IOTD/view.php?id=45615, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=124044749
A two-day, water-themed workshop for educators to explore the natural world, network, and receive exclusive access to the newest Project WET Educator's Guidebook: Water in Earth Systems.
Open to all 5-12th grade formal and non-formal educators.
Cost: $50 per person
Arts activities made possible by the Indiana Arts Commission, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
Dunes Learning Center events are supported by our 2025 Corporate Event Sponsors, including BP America, Cleveland Cliffs, Franklin Pest Solutions, Friends of Indiana Dunes, Keramida Inc., Mark J. Mihalo Family Dentistry, NIPSCO, Shinka Sustainability Consultants, and Wickcraft Boardwalks.
