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 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 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



