wild wanders
root your soul and soles in the wonder of Earth, awaken and (re)wild your senses, and experience the natural world through the Whole of who you are
what are wild wanders?
Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku (forest-bath), Wild Wanders (also known as Forest Therapy Walks) follow a Standard Sequence that gently brings participants out of their heads and back into their bodies. Through a series of guided sensory invitations, you will practice slowing down, attuning to your senses, and cultivating relationships with yourself, others, and the More-than-Human world all within the nurturing embrace of nature. Wild Wanders are research-based and have been shown to decrease stress and blood pressure, increase creativity and focus, speed up recovery from injury, and improve your immune system.
A complete list of Wild Wander offerings can be found below. Sliding scale fees are available to make these offerings accessible to everyone. If you would like to pursue this option, please contact emily at emily@inwildwonder.com.
One-on-One (local or remote)
One-on-one Wild Wanders are offered by appointment. In-person is $75/person. Remote is $60/person
Community Wild Wander
On the first Thursday of every month, you will experience wild places around Northern New Mexico with others. This is NOT a hike and will involve no more than one mile of walking. Locations will range from Pecos Wilderness, Santa Fe National Forest, or Santa Fe Open Spaces and city parks. $45/person
Hike and Wander
On the third Thursday of every month, you will experience wild places around Northern New Mexico with others. This monthly offering includes a moderate hike and Wild Wander and typically will last for about six hours to include adequate hiking time. Locations will range from Pecos Wilderness, Chama Wilderness, and Santa Fe National Forest. $60/person
Community Wild Wander, Remote
On the first and third Sunday of every month, you will experience the wild from your own backyard with others. You will need an internet connection and a place outdoors to participate. $30/person
The land is the real teacher. All we need as students is mindfulness.
Paying attention is a form of reciprocity with the living world, receiving the gifts with open eyes and open heart.
Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass
While emily is an ANFT Certified Nature Therapy Guide, it is the Wild that truly holds wisdom and healing balm. Emily works in partnership with wild places around New Mexico while guiding Wild Wanders. She has a particular attachment and deep love for the Pecos Wilderness, but can easily fall in love with really any tree she meets.