What we’re about
Ecology Club is a group for getting out in nature together, sometimes to learn about it, sometimes to help it, and sometimes just to enjoy it. We will have hikes, work days for cleaning up trash or clearing invasives, herping, bug lighting, bird walks, plant walks, barefootin', and more.
Events are family friendly. Dogs may or may not be allowed, depending on the activity.
We are also a good, gentle introduction to nature for those who are uncomfortable with the outdoors.
Ideas for future events:
Herpatology outing (in planning)
Bird Walk with state biologist Fuz Sanderson (on the calendar)
Plant walks (in planning)
Bug lighting (Evening entomology outing for seeing some cool insects) (in planning)
Invasive species pull/cut work days (in planning)
Nature Sketching class/outing
Plenty of local hikes, barefootin', and opportunities to gently stretch our comfort zones with nature
and more...
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Forest Therapy / Forest Bathing Walk with Morgan - OPEN2100 N Harrison Ave, Cary, NC$20.00
I will be leading a forest therapy walk in Umstead as a part of my training to become a certified forest therapy guide. Forest Therapy walks, Forest Bathing walks, or, as I like to call them, nature connection walks are gentle ways for us to connect with and build relationship the more-than-human world (a.k.a. nature). Many people have different experiences with forest therapy and forest bathing walks, usually of a positive nature. As your guide, my role is simply to create a space in which you can have your own process of connection. I wonder what your experience will be?
~ As a guide-in-training, I am required that at least one of my training walks be paid. For that reason, this event is ticketed with a $5 to $35 sliding scale fee. ~
"I am just the guide; the forest is the therapist." ~ Forest Therapy Guide Slogan
What to Expect
The forest therapy walk will last approximately 3 hours. We will likely not be walking more than a half of a mile. During this time, I will guide you through a series of invitations designed to help you have your own experience with connecting with nature.What to Bring
Whatever you need to be comfortable in the woods for three hours. Chairs, water bottles, bug spray, items for warmth or rain - all are welcome.Morgan Fleming
Morgan is current student with the Association for Nature and Forest Therapy, pursuing his certifications as a forest therapy guide. He is just a guide; the forest is the therapist. Morgan is also the founder and lead organizer of Ecology Club events.Time and Duration
We'll meet at 1 PM (aim to arrive early) and get started shortly after. The complete session will last about 3 hours.Umstead at Harrison Ave
We will meet at the Harrison Ave entrance to Umstead near the bathrooms. From there, we will walk a short distance to the place where much of the forest therapy session will take place.$5 to $35, Suggested $20
This is a ticketed event. Participation is open to everyone. Payment is due one week before the event. Your spot may be given to someone on the wait-list if you have not paid by that time. Refunds are available up to 24 hours before the event. If you regularly attend Sunday walks with me, you are welcome to attend the October 26th event for free.Venmo: @morgan-fleming-26 - or - message me to make other arrangements
Weather & Weather Refunds
"We hike rain or shine, but not lightening and thunder." You will be given the option to take a full refund or go with the rescheduled date for the event if there is a weather cancellation. The reschedule date will be the Sunday the 17th of November at 1 PM.
