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Forest bathing guide David Motzenbecker in the woods at Wood Lake Nature Center in Richfield. Photo by David Joles.
Embrace Winter challenge: Go bird-watching or stargazing
Enjoy these two slower, quieter ways to experience winter.
By Erica Pearson
Connecting with nature lowers our blood pressure and boosts mental health.
By Erica Pearson • Star Tribune • Feb. 28, 2021
“If you feel comfortable, go ahead and introduce yourself to the tree. Think of questions you want to ask,” the guide suggested.
I looked up at a striking maple in Eastman Nature Center and wondered, “How did your branches end up twisting and curving so much, making you stand out in the forest?”
Join the Embrace Winter Challenge to see Minnesota winter in a whole new light
For the next 30 days, we ll spend 30 minutes a day outside to reduce stress, improve our immune systems and see Minnesota s other season in a whole new light. February 2, 2021 2:52pm
For the next 30 days, we’ll spend 30 minutes a day outside to reduce stress, improve our immune systems and see Minnesota’s “other” season in a whole new light.
By Erica Pearson • Star Tribune • Feb. 7, 2021
Growing up in southern India, Alarmathi Sankaran thought that 60 degrees was cold.
Then she moved to Woodbury.
“The whole concept of Minnesota winter was a great challenge to me,” Sankaran said.