# Event Details - **Event Name**: Equinox Emergence | Full-Day Forest Bathing Retreat and Spring Ritual - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate the Equinox & UN International Day of Forests by immersing yourself in nature’s healing embrace, close to home in North Durham.About this EventAs the Earth wakes up this spring, what is waking up within you?Join us at Souls Path, in Blackstock, ON, for a full-day of nature-immersion to mark the UN International Day of Forests and the turning of the season. Just as the forest prepares its buds for a sustainable bloom, we will gather to reflect on the emerging parts of our lives that require careful, quiet attention before they meet the full heat of summer.Why Nature-Connection?Research has shown us that spending time in nature has immense benefits for our mental, physical, and spiritual health. Come and spend time taking in the medicine of the forest and meet other members of your community who want to do the same. Experience the tranquility of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku), a Japanese practice that soothes the mind, reduces stress and deepens your connection with nature.As we shake off the gray of winter and step into the warmth of spring, come and slow down, breathe deeply, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the forest. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a1e51340-19dc-11f1-8d71-3969b732b709-rimg-w1200-h600-dc33322d-gmir.jpg The Location: Souls PathNestled on 58 acres of the protected Oak Ridges Moraine in Blackstock, Ontario, Souls Path is more than a property; it is a living sanctuary designed for human restoration.Just an hour from Toronto, the land offers a diverse ecological tapestry of old-growth forest, rolling meadows, and tranquil wetlands. At the heart of the property sits The Lodge, a spacious and airy "home base" that we will be pulsing in and out of over the course of the day.Whether you are walking the winding forest trails, gathering around the communal fire pit, or observing the resident miniature horse, Angel, Souls Path provides the space we need to unplug from the digital world and reconnect with the natural one.Location Highlights:Pristine Forest: Deep-immersion trails through diverse North Durham woodland.The Lodge: A light-filled, expansive indoor space for reflection and community meals.Eco-Stewardship: A site dedicated to biophilic principles and land-based healing.Proximity: Ideally located in North Durham, offering a "near-away" escape for those in the GTA and surrounding areas. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a24eaa80-19dc-11f1-9a34-ede95e0b7113-rimg-w1200-h572-dc757849-gmir.jpg The ExperienceOur day is designed for deep integration, moving between the cozy "home base" of the Lodge and the 58 acres of the Oak Ridges Moraine.Morning (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Opening circle in the Lodge followed by a 2-hour guided Forest Bathing immersion. We will focus on the "Senses of Spring"—finding the first signs of life beneath the winter debris.Mid-Day (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM): A nourished pause. Enjoy a catered seasonal lunch in the Lodge, followed by leisure time for integration, quiet contemplation, or community connection.Afternoon (2:00 PM – 4:30 PM): A second 2-hour deepening session in the forest. We will engage in a Spring Equinox Ritual, identifying the "buds" in our own lives and (weather permitting) honouring them through a fire ceremony to spark sustainable growth.The Investment$125 + HST Includes: Two guided deep-nature immersions, a fully catered lunch, and exclusive access to the Souls Path grounds and Lodge.Make it a Weekend: Want to extend the stillness? Overnight accommodations are available at Souls Path for Friday or Saturday night. To book a room or cabin to complement your retreat, please visit SoulsPath.ca. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a27fa590-19dc-11f1-8d71-3969b732b709-rimg-w1110-h740-dc352a15-gmir.jpg About Your Guide: Randi MicklewrightCertified Forest Therapy Guide & Psychotherapist: Randi is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Registered Psychotherapist based in Durham Region. Since 2021, she has partnered with numerous community organizations - including CLOCA, the Abilities Centre, LifeTime Fitness, the OSCC, and Hearth Place - to share the restorative medicine of the forest.Her Approach: Invitational & Mindful: Randi’s practice is rooted in the belief that the forest is a catalyst for healing, and the guide simply opens the doors. Her walks are not a hike or a naturalist lesson, but a series of "invitations" - mindful prompts that encourage you to slow down, engage your five senses, and connect deeply with the natural world, yourself, and the community.The "Souls Path" Connection: With a professional background in psychotherapy and a deep passion for nature-based healing, Randi creates a safe, gentle container for people to "unplug" from the demands of daily life. At Souls Path, she combines her love for the Oak Ridges Moraine with her expertise in holding space for reflection, joy, and sustainable growth. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/blackstock/equinox-emergence-|-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual/100001984278081156 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fequinox-emergence-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual-registration-1984278081156 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 5.65, max: 151.94, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Blackstock - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Souls Path Retreats - **lat**: 44.0695163 - **long**: -78.86465559999999 - **full address**: Souls Path Retreats, 2685 Shirley Road, Blackstock, Canada ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Randi Micklewright | Forest Bathing Guide (https://allevents.in/org/randi-micklewright-|-forest-bathing-guide/24377444) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/17ecbc8a2eaa751b984f2e41313364ffef3b5397c77074c202d402a2d3a164bf-rimg-w1200-h600-dca48b7c-gmir.jpg?v=1772857087 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/565e57dcd837e907bf4c562dd1d5319f49e8d77621564a7408524faace6ef426-rimg-w400-h400-dc8f7b73-gmir.jpg?v=1772857086 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Souls Path Retreats, 2685 Shirley Road, Blackstock, Canada - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 5.65 up to 151.94 CAD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Randi Micklewright | Forest Bathing Guide - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** Workshops, health-wellness - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Equinox Emergence | Full-Day Forest Bathing Retreat and Spring Ritual ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Equinox Emergence | Full-Day Forest Bathing Retreat and Spring Ritual", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/17ecbc8a2eaa751b984f2e41313364ffef3b5397c77074c202d402a2d3a164bf-rimg-w1200-h600-dca48b7c-gmir.jpg?v=1772857087", "startDate": "2026-03-21", "endDate": "2026-03-21", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackstock/equinox-emergence-|-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual/100001984278081156", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Souls Path Retreats", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "2685 Shirley Road", "postalCode": "L0B 1B0", "addressLocality": "Blackstock", "addressRegion": "ON", "addressCountry": "CA" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "44.0695163", "longitude": "-78.86465559999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Celebrate the Equinox & UN International Day of Forests by immersing yourself in nature’s healing embrace, close to home in North Durham.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "CAD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-21", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "5.65", "highPrice": "151.94", "price": "5.65", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackstock/equinox-emergence-|-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual/100001984278081156" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "CAD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackstock/equinox-emergence-|-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual/100001984278081156", "price": "151.94", "name": "Equinox Emergence Retreat" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "CAD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackstock/equinox-emergence-|-full-day-forest-bathing-retreat-and-spring-ritual/100001984278081156", "price": "5.65", "name": "Bumper Sticker" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Randi Micklewright Forest Bathing Guide", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/randi-micklewright-|-forest-bathing-guide/24377444" } ] } ] ```