Held Outside - Nature Connection Experiences

Held Outside provides guided nature connection experiences to support you to develop your relationships with nature. These experiences include nature and forest therapy (also known as forest bathing and Shinrin Yoku), simple nature journaling, wild tending, events and rituals. Held Outside is based on Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi land (Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia) and offers programs to adults, families and children.

Location

Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic GardensBuderim,Queensland,4556

Tours

Private group Nature Connection at Foote Sanctuary

2 hour workshop of nature connection with forest bathing therapy, including: Orientation to Foote Sanctuary, acknowledgement of country and sensory grounding Guided sequence of relational forest therapy practices by ANFT certified guide Vegan, gluten free snack and forest tea ritual group size maximum of 5 *for a larger group please get in touch to arrange We'll come together under the trees to share in activities that awaken our senses and help us remember and develop our relationship the Earth. Research shows that these practices can help us find joy, calm, peace and awe in our experience of life by encouraging curiosity, motivation and a renewed commitment to the Earth. This small group guided session for your family or friends only is in partnership and wanders through the open woodlands and rainforest of EJ Foote Memorial Sanctuary in Buderim.

Price

$179 - $219

Forest Therapy at Mountain Creek

Learn about and experience forest therapy, also known as forest bathing and nature therapy in this small group guided session through the open woodlands and alongside one of the tributaries of the Mooloolah River at Mountain Creek. Forest therapy follows a sequence of activities that awaken our senses and help us develop our relationship with nature, the more-than-human world. It is a simple and down-to-Earth practice that improves our wellbeing, strengthens connection to self, nature and other humans and acknowledges and reveres country. For more information, visit the Held Outside website. Meeting details and other important information will be shared with registered attendees via email before the event date. Preparation for the experience requires my knowing how many participants are joining in advance, and having your contact details in case of an event cancellation or change due to weather. If you can not book online, please contact Jay at [email protected] or 0476 212 616 to reserve a place. We we start along the Mountain Creek Recreational Trail is a five minute walk (on the flat) from the bus stop of the 614 Maroochydore - Kawana Shopping World route (Glenfields Bvd at Sailfish Drive). Sunshine Coast Regional Council permit: CUL210040

Price

$20 - $25

Information

Ticket price includes booking fee. Students, pensioners and unemployed are welcome to take a discount.

School Holiday Forest Adventure at Foote Sanctuary

When was the last time you played in a forest? Join Jay for some forest-inspired adventures in the Mountain Creek forest. A little bit of forest bathing, nature play and creativity for all ages in this small group guided session through the open woodlands and rainforest of EJ Foote Memorial Sanctuary in Buderim. Participants must be over 5 years old. Children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult. Adults without children are also welcome! For more information, including answers to questions such as "What happens on a nature therapy walk?" "Is there scientific proof that it's good for us?" and "What should I wear?!" visit the Held Outside website. Meeting details and other important information will be shared with registered attendees via email before the event date. Preparation for the experience requires my knowing how many participants are joining in advance, and having your contact details in case of an event cancellation or change due to weather.

Price

$15 - $25

Forest Therapy at Alex Forest

When was the last time you visited a forest? Learn about and experience forest therapy, also known as forest bathing and nature therapy in this small group guided session through the hidden sanctuary of Alex Forest Conservation Reserve at Alexandra Headlands.

Reconnecting with Nature

Come together to share in the simple pleasures and gentle, restorative qualities of nature. Proudly presented as a part of Sunshine Coast Councils Healthy Sunshine Coast program 2025. Drawing on the principles of nature therapy, these sessions will encourage participants to explore and connect with nature at the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens. Activities include grounding in present awareness, wanders through the gardens, opportunities for interacting with other participants, and small adventures in creativity. I arrived feeling ... stress and fatigue and had a racing mind filled with everything I needed to do throughout the week. I left feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, revitalised and centered. A growing body of research shows that spending time in nature is beneficial to our mental, physical and social wellbeing. Even more, spending time in nature mindfully or in the practice of nature/forest therapy can increase those benefits and develop within participants a stronger relationship with nature, sometimes termed connection to country. While enhancing individual health and resiliency, this quality of nature connection can also support intrinsic pro-environmental behaviours.

Price

$5 - $10

Information

Proudly presented as a part of Sunshine Coast Councils Healthy Sunshine Coast program 2025.

Forest Bathing at Buderim Forest Park

Experience forest bathing (also known as forest immersion or forest therapy) in this small group guided session along the cascades at Buderim Forest Park. Forest therapy follows a sequence of activities that awaken our senses and help us develop our relationship with nature, the more-than-human world. It is a simple and down-to-Earth practice that improves our wellbeing, strengthens connection to self, nature and other humans and acknowledges and reveres country.

Price

$20 - $35

Information

Youth and concession rates available

Nature connection & journaling workshop at Foote Sanctuary

3.5 hour workshop of nature connection and nature journaling practices, including: - Orientation to Foote Sanctuary, acknowledgement of country and grounding - Guided sequence of relational forest therapy practices by ANFT certified guide - Writing, drawing and painting nature journaling supplies for workshop - Vegan, gluten free afternoon snack and forest tea ritual - group size maximum of 8 We'll come together under the trees to share in activities that awaken our senses and help us remember and develop our relationship the Earth. Research shows that these practices can help us find joy, calm, peace and awe in our experience of life, and tend to burnout by encouraging curiosity, motivation and a renewed commitment to the Earth.