Forest Bathing with Sky Schenkel

I connected with this beautiful soul the minute we met...I can't wait to spend some time in the woods with her!

Elaine "Sky" Schenkel

I am a life-long lover of the woods, trained yoga teacher, meditation practitioner, photographer, artist and outdoor enthusiast who is certified as a Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. My relationship with nature started when I was a young child growing up in NJ's suburbs near a patch of woods that served as a never-ending source of curiosity and inspiration.

My connection to nature evolved throughout the years from a place of belonging and wonder to also include hiking, walking and outdoor sports. I have spent time engaged in solo walks throughout New Jersey's forests and lived for a brief time in Vermont near the Appalachian Trail. Throughout my life I have turned to the wilderness for solace and friendship, healing and spiritual connection.

My formal introduction to Forest Bathing began at Kripalu Yoga Center in Massachusetts. I started attending Kripalu's numerous mindfulness nature programs and knew in my heart that I wanted to share my passion for nature with others. I offer Forest Bathing as a relational experience where participants are invited to interact with the natural world in ways that cultivate kinship and connection.

I bring a compassionate and soulful presence to everything I do and strive to meet others where they are in their own process of healing and self-discovery. My offerings are open to everyone. I have a background in working with differently abled individuals and I provide both specialized and integrated programs. I offer group and individual experiences both in-person and on-line. Please contact me for more information or to just say hello. You can connect to me here or by emailing me at Skyhawkwalks@gmail.com. I look forward to meeting you and guiding you on a nature experience soon. 

 skyhawkwalks@gmail.com or phone at (973) 704-4424