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Certified Forest Therapy Trails: Healing Pathways
How to Certify a Trail, Space, or Place?
How to Certify a Trail, Space, or Place?
As an ANFT (Association of Nature & Forest Therapy) Certification Consultant, I perform on site evaluations and assessments, focusing on ecosytem health, infrastructure and design, ease of access and management. Photo and video documentation is provided along with recommendations. Please contact me for more information and to set up an initial meeting to discuss possibilities.
As an ANFT (Association of Nature & Forest Therapy) Certification Consultant, I perform on site evaluations and assessments, focusing on ecosytem health, infrastructure and design, ease of access and management. Photo and video documentation is provided along with recommendations. Please contact me for more information and to set up an initial meeting to discuss possibilities.
Jackson County Greenway: First All Accessible Certified Forest Therapy Trail
Jackson County Greenway: First All Accessible Certified Forest Therapy Trail
On December 6, 2025, the Grand Opening Celebration was held to recognize the Jackson County Greenway as the first *ALL* Accessible Certified Forest Therapy Trail in NC and the US. Thank you to the Friends of Jackson County Greenways and the Jackson County Parks & Recreation Department for their support!
Check out the news articles and press releases for the Jackson County Greenway Certified Forest Therapy Trail:
Smoky Mountain News
“Time with nature: Retired professor brings forest therapy to Jackson County”
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Sylva Herald & Ruralite
“Enjoy a relaxing bath with your clothes on”
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
What is Forest Therapy?
What is Forest Therapy?
Forest Therapy also known as Forest Bathing or Shinrin-yoku (as it is known in Japan) is a sensory immersion experience in the ambience of the forest. You walk slowly, stop and observe, sit quietly, and notice things. Forest bathing is not the same thing as hiking. The pace is slow, not fast. The focus is on connection and relationship with the natural space around you.
What is a Certified Forest Therapy Trail?
What is a Certified Forest Therapy Trail?
Certified forest therapy trails are designated pathways within natural environments that are intentionally designed and maintained to facilitate experiences of healing and wellness through interaction with nature.
Benefits of Certified Trails?
Benefits of Certified Trails?
Certified forest therapy trails offer numerous benefits such as stress reduction, improved mental well-being, physical health enhancement, and deep connection with nature and our environment.
Association of Nature & Forest Therapy: Trails-Spaces-Places Certification
https://anft.earth/certify-your-trail/
First All Accessible Certified Forest Therapy Trail in NC!
First All Accessible Certified Forest Therapy Trail in NC!
The Jackson County Greenway between Sylva and Cullowhee, NC has completed the certification process and will be the third Certified Forest Therapy Trail in NC and the second certified trail in Jackson County. The trail is also be the first all accessible certified trail in NC and the US.
Certified Forest Therapy Trail Example:
Pinnacle Park in Sylva, NC
https://www.discoverjacksonnc.com/attractions/certified-forest-therapy-trail-pinnacle-park/
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