But in every walk with Nature, one receives far more than he seeks – John Muir

Upcoming Events and Woodland Journeys

Sunday, April 12 2026

12pm – 3:30pm

$65 pp, includes sales tax

SHINRIN YOKU and WATERCOLOR SKETCH CLASS

Join us in Cooke Canyon for a Shinrin (forest) Yoku (bath) experience led by Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Dawn Ambrose of Woodland Findings. Participants are invited to disconnect from technology while simply noticing the natural world we live with. No hiking involved. Benefits include: reduced stress and heart rate, a boosted immune system, improved sleep, mood and concentration, read more here.

Afterwards, Pacific Northwest artist, Erin Oostra, will teach a relaxed and beginner-friendly landscape watercolor sketch class. Erin’s classes make watercolor approachable and fun for everyone — no experience needed.

Includes materials and donation to the Ellensburg Mural Project

Advance registration and payment is required here

Email hello@woodlandfindings.com for more information. Thank you!

Friday, April 24 2026

4pm – 6pm

$28 pp, includes sales tax

NATURE IMMERSION as part of MOUNTAIN WELLNESS ADVENTURE

Celebrate National Arbor Day by appreciating the trees! Join us in Roslyn on the Coal Mine Trail for a Shinrin (forest) Yoku (bath) experience led by Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Dawn Ambrose of Woodland Findings. This experience is part of the Mountain Wellness Adventure.

Participants are invited to disconnect from technology while simply noticing the natural world we live with by engaging our major senses. No hiking involved.

Benefits include: reduced stress and heart rate, a boosted immune system, improved sleep, mood, concentration and more.

Advance registration and payment is required here

Suitable for ages 10+

Email hello@woodlandfindings.com for more information. Thank you!

Friday, May 8 2026

12:30pm – 2:30pm

FOREST BATHING during Get Intimate with the Shrub-Steppe

Join the Kittitas Environmental Education Network (KEEN) for the 27th annual Get Intimate with the Shrub-Steppe (GISS)—a community event celebrating the rare and endangered shrub-steppe habitat of Central Washington.


Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Dawn Ambrose of Woodland Findings will guide a Shinrin (forest) Yoku (bath) experience in Cooke Canyon. Participants are invited to disconnect from technology while simply noticing the natural world we live with by engaging our major five senses. No hiking involved!

Learn more about this mindful wellness practice here

Full Weekend GISS Registration – $25 PER PERSON or $40 PER FAMILY OF FOUR OR MORE

Advance registration and payment to KEEN is required

Suitable for ages 10+

Email hello@woodlandfindings.com for more information. Thank you!

2026 CALENDAR

WEDNESDAY’S IN THE WOODS begins June 24th!

Stay tuned for dates and details for upcoming classes and workshops.

As part of Wednesday’s in the Woods Summer Series, enjoy Forest Bathing, Plant Identification, Nature-Inspired Art, Poetry, Restorative Yoga, Flower Arranging and more! Check back soon for all the details, come to just one or all

Recurring Event…

FOREST BATHING FOR-REST at SUNCADIA RESORT

Regularly scheduled events in addition to private group and corporate events. For more information click here.

More to Come!

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Prior Events

March 15, 2026

Introduction to Stained Glass

February 7, 2026

Candle Making & Forest Bathing

December 13, 2025

Holiday Gnome Building Class

November 15, 2025

Into the Forest for Women’s Health

November 7-9, 2025

Wellensburg, by NW Mind Body Spirit Connection

November 1, 2025

Holiday Ornament Stained Glass Class

September 13, 2025

Nature & Wisdom

August 28, 2025

Forest Bathing & the Beauty Within

July 31, 2025

Nature Connection & Communications

June 25th, 2025

Nature Bathing Experience at The Brick House Gardens and Nursery

June 14th, 2025

Forest Bath (Shinrin Yoku) on the West Fork Teanaway in partnership with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust

June 4th, 2025

Forest Bath & Hike with the Ladies Central WA Hiking Group

May 10th, 2025

May 2nd – 4th, 2025

Mountain Wellness Adventure – Cle Elum & Roslyn

November 1st -3rd, 2024

Wellensburg 2024

October 10, 2024

Nature Bathing Experience in honor of World Mental Health Day

Contact Us

hello@woodlandfindings.com

Ellensburg, WA 98926

(509) 962-1279