# Event Details - **Event Name**: Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Tree huggers wanted. Reconnect with nature through mindful walking, meditation, and a peaceful forest bathing experienred - Middletown CTAbout this EventTree Huggers WantedSaturday, May 16, 2026 • 10:00 AM (arrive by 9:50 AM)Location: Highlawn Forest, 16 Meriden Road, Rockfall, CTMeeting Point: Covered entrance near the main paved parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$25 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early.Dharma Wilding is not traditional Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing). It is deeply inspired by forest bathing and adds Buddhist teachings on compassion, impermanence, interconnectedness, and non-judgmental awareness. It is ideal for beginners and experienced nature practitioners seeking deeper calm, clarity, and a sense of belonging. No prior experience with meditation or mindfulness is needed — beginners and non-Buddhists are warmly welcome.Guided by Rev. G.R. Lewis (BFF Guiding Teacher with over 35 years of experience), this session draws from 18 original exercises he developed — practices that will be featured in his upcoming book. You may experience short, accessible practices such as Tree Hugging Meditation, Tonglen with Nature, Mindful Walking with the Woods, Breath of the Canopy, and Forest Shikantaza.Event DetailsDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutesAge: 13 and olderAccessibility: Trails are generally easy but include bumps, roots, and gentle inclines — not suitable for every mobility level. Please assess your comfort with uneven natural terrain.Parking: Free for Connecticut-registered vehicles (standard non-resident fees may apply).What to Bring:Comfortable layered clothing (woods can feel cooler)Sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes suitable for natural trailsWater and any personal snacksLightweight foldable chair or sitting pad if preferred for meditationInsect repellent and sun protection as neededSuggested Donation: A $20–$25 donation is appreciated to support BFF’s programs, donations to local preserves, and the ongoing development of Dharma Wilding. Donations are made at initial meeting point when registering, through Venmo, PayPal or in cash at the site (cash preferred: no fees).Weather Policy: Sessions proceed in light rain — please dress accordingly. In cases of very inclement weather or trail issues, the session may be postponed. Check this event page approximately 2 hours before the start time. If no update is posted, we will go ahead as planned.We practice Leave No Trace principles and ask all participants to respect the forest and one another.This intimate outdoor mindfulness event offers a fresh, transformative way to nourish body, mind, and spirit.If you will be participating, IT IS IMPORTANT for you to read the rest of the details at Dharma Wilding web page, visit:We look forward to sharing Dharma Wilding with you.Come breathe, listen, and awaken in the company of trees.Tree Huggers Wanted. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c2208e00-35a7-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1200-h573-dc2e2d18-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/middletown/dharma-wilding-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-in-middletown-ct/100001987012154844 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Nonprofit, Meetups, trips-adventures - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Middletown - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Wadsworth Falls State Park - **lat**: 41.5369083 - **long**: -72.6860404 - **full address**: Wadsworth Falls State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ecd1fe9993772ea9a2ac71255fdaf1b7294a12fac6c2c59986355cef178dc4f0-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc181715-gmir.jpg?v=1775913008 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT being held? - **A:** Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am at Wadsworth Falls State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT? - **A:** Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT is organized by Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Dharma Wilding: Buddhist-Inspired Forest Bathing in Middletown, CT", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ecd1fe9993772ea9a2ac71255fdaf1b7294a12fac6c2c59986355cef178dc4f0-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc181715-gmir.jpg?v=1775913008", "startDate": "2026-04-18T10:00:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-05-16T10:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/middletown/dharma-wilding-buddhist-inspired-forest-bathing-in-middletown-ct/100001987012154844", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Wadsworth Falls State Park", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "721 Wadsworth Street", "postalCode": "06457", "addressLocality": "Middletown", "addressRegion": "CT", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "41.5369083", "longitude": "-72.6860404" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Tree huggers wanted. 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