# Event Details - **Event Name**: Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 09:30 am (+11:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for three hours of creative and sensory activities designed to connect you to nature and enhance your health and wellbeing.About this EventMatt Glover is the Lead Guide at Forest Therapy Victoria and the director of MGA Counselling Services. He is a trauma informed counsellor, working with individuals and couples to achieve a full and abundant life. He is Australia's first qualified counsellor to be accredited with the International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance.This walk is designed for those who want to experience a deeper connection with nature and benefit from the health and wellbeing offerings that the bush provides.The Forest Therapy Reserve in Malvern East, Victoria, offers a tranquil space designed to foster connection with nature and promote mental and physical well-being. Nestled amidst urban surroundings, the reserve provides a green oasis with a carefully curated landscape, including native plants, mature trees, and pathways that encourage mindfulness and relaxation. It is an ideal destination for those seeking respite from the demands of city life.Visitors to the reserve can explore its gentle walking trails, which wind through shaded groves and open spaces, providing opportunities for reflection and connection with the natural world. The environment encourages practices like forest therapy, where individuals immerse themselves in the sensory experience of the forest, benefiting from reduced stress, improved mood, and enhanced focus.The reserve also offers amenities such as seating areas, interpretive signs about local flora and fauna, and spaces for group activities like yoga or guided meditation. Community programs, including guided walks and workshops on nature-inspired wellness practices, are frequently held, fostering a sense of belonging and environmental stewardship.The Forest Therapy Reserve exemplifies the growing recognition of the role nature plays in holistic health. It is a cherished spot for individuals and families alike to recharge, reflect, and reconnect with the natural environment.Join Matt for a time of healing under the trees.MEETING POINT: Small carpark in Bruce Street, near the corner of Waverley Road.Note: There are NO toilet facilities at this locationNOTE: Our Forest Therapy Journal is available at 20% off with the purchase of a ticket for this event. Select the "Individual Ticket with Standard FT Journal" and we will deliver your journal to you on the day. For more information on the journal, visit: https://www.foresttherapyvictoria.com.au/the-forest-therapy-journal/...Forest Therapy is an emerging field in the health and wellbeing industry. With recognised beneficial impacts on our immune systems, heart rate, concentration, sleep patterns, and general wellbeing, this is three hours well spent!Combining a gentle walk with forest therapy activities, participants will experience nature in a new way.On the day of your walk, it is essential you bring the following:Covered, walking shoes - no open toed shoes please!Water bottle and snacks.Pen and notebookClothing appropriate to the weather conditions.Please ensure you are wearing sunscreen.Note that the walk will be cancelled if the weather conditions are deemed to be too dangerous.For more information on Forest Therapy Victoria, visit http://www.foresttherapyvictoria.com.au https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/21e03c80-fcb1-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w555-h740-dca6bee8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/231428a0-fcb1-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w555-h740-dc31322c-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2377cc70-fcb1-11f0-b494-b398a7ecfd23-rimg-w555-h740-dcacbfd7-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/malvern-east/forest-therapy-experience-urban-forest-reserve-malvern-east/100001977350932869 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Meetups, Workshops - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 60, max: 106.54, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Malvern East - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: 463 Waverley Rd - **lat**: -37.8797628 - **long**: 145.0717499 - **full address**: 463 Waverley Rd, 463 Waverley Road, Malvern East, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a1e855b798d8f4c88b4f3de2ec92aaa7d00e3e7606af23fd357f184fca242ee0-rimg-w1200-h600-dc5f5f47-gmir.jpg?v=1769649860 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East being held? - **A:** Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East takes place on Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 09:30 am at 463 Waverley Rd, 463 Waverley Road, Malvern East, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East? - **A:** Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East is organized by Matt Glover - Forest Therapy Victoria. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Forest Therapy Experience: Urban Forest Reserve, Malvern East is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Malvern East, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Combining his work as a counsellor and his love for nature, Matt leads individuals, couples, families and groups on Forest Therapy experiences designed to improve mental health, reduce stress levels and increase vitality. The combination of slowing down (REALLY slowing down) with creative and sensory exercises gives participants a unique experience of nature and equips them with skills to take back to their own local park or reserve. Forest Therapy experiences are run in a variety of locations around Victoria. Walks may be general in content, or have specific themes like grief, all ability, sketching or photography.Join Matt and his team for a Forest Therapy experience and benefit from all nature has to offer your health and wellbeing. " } ] } ] ```