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Nature & Wellness Weekends

July 27 - July 28

Free

The Heron Farm & Event Center

2361 Waits Corner Rd
Sherman, NY 14781 United States

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FREE Family-Friendly Nature & Wellness Weekends at The Heron!

Nature and Wellness weekends with FREE Family-friendly activities at The Heron to inspire you to connect deeply with nature, and have the opportunity to relax and unwind from the outside world.

All activities are FREE and open to people of all ages!

Camping and lodging fees are separate. You can reserve your campsite on Hipcamp or stay in one of our unique Airbnbs.

We have many unique Airbnb’s to choose from.

2024 Nature & Wellness Weekend Schedule

August 31-September 1

  • Horse drawn wagon ride around The Heron, including mindful moments with Jodi Gray. Children and adults of all ages can join in on the fun!
  • Forest Bathing Experience & Feather bundle workshop with Diane Clark.
  • Open Flow Night with Jessica Frombach! We will start with a grounding meditation to connect to our body and breath, add in some intuitive movement and music, then free flow together, Bring your own props or share with others and try new flow toys! Hula hoops, poi, dragon staff, rope dart, puppy hammer, fans, buugeng etc. Also welcome to dance with just your body.. swaying along to the rhythm, learn or teach new tricks, feel out a different flow, or simply enjoy connecting out in nature
  • Enjoy the dark sky views at the Heron, check out the Milky Way and the constellations while star gazing with Domenic Rocco. Bring your camera/smart device – We’ll cover how to capture night sky photos for those that are interested *Weather permitting*
  • Hands-on foraging discussion with Harold Reynolds. Learn about local flora from WNY and Chautauqua County.
  • Mindful tea time and nature sharing circle with Isa Cardenas. The tea will be made with local herbs foraged by Harold Reynolds

 

September 28-29

  • Qi Gong with Andy McClain
  • Nature talking circle to learn and share personal habits for caring for Nature and Pine Cone Bird Feeders with Diane Clark
  • Sound bath and meditation with Jessica Frombach, bring a yoga mat!
  • Enjoy the dark sky views at the Heron, check out the Milky Way and the constellations while star gazing with Domenic Rocco. Bring your camera/smart device – We’ll cover how to capture night sky photos for those that are interested *Weather permitting*
  • Outdoor morning yoga session with our resident Yogui Jen Raines!
  • Hands-on foraging discussion with Harold Reynolds. Learn about local flora from WNY and Chautauqua County.
  • Mindful tea time and nature sharing circle with Isa Cardenas. The tea will be made with local herbs foraged by Harold Reynolds

 

October 26 & 27

  • Horse Encounters with Jodi Gray. Horses have the ability to open pathways of emotion otherwise overlooked. Spending a short time in their presence will help you understand the true origin of horsepower and partnership. This activity can be modified for all ages and abilities.
  • Forest Bathing Experience & Feather bundle workshop with Diane Clark.
  • Sound bath and meditation with Jessica Frombach, bring a yoga mat!
  • Enjoy the dark sky views at the Heron, check out the Milky Way and the constellations while star gazing with Domenic Rocco. Bring your camera/smart device – We’ll cover how to capture night sky photos for those that are interested *Weather permitting*
  • Outdoor morning yoga session with our resident Yogui Jen Raines!
  • Hands-on foraging discussion with Harold Reynolds. Learn about local flora from WNY and Chautauqua County.
  • Mindful tea time and nature sharing circle with Isa Cardenas. The tea will be made with local herbs foraged by Harold Reynolds

We are looking forward to seeing you here soon!

 

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