Indigenous 
Submitted by Candice McMullen, Professor, Therapeutic Recreation
Our class had an amazing field trip last week, as we learned about Forest Therapy as a tool we can harness in our work as Recreation Therapists with future clients. Students were asked to reflect on how this experience can be provided for clients living with various mobility, hearing, and vision impairments. For many students this was their first time experiencing Forest Therapy and a time where connection with nature and the gifts it provides in our journeys as students, emerging recreation therapists and faculty alike can always return to.
"Forest Therapy with our class was such a beautiful experience. I really appreciated the time to slow down and follow the process of connecting to nature. We were guided to tune into our senses and wander and share what we noticed. This was my first visit to Ontario Park, and I am looking forward to going back to sit and listen to the waves and feel the warmth of the sun on my face." - Candace W.
For more information on Forest Therapy please visit Our Forest Therapy Walk Program.