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SUMMARY:A Deep Nature Reconnect at Gault Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with Nature\, Reconnect with Yourself \nwith Dr. Moir
 e Stevenson\, Clinical Psychologist & Ecotherapy Expert\n\n\nJoin us for a 
 rejuvenating day immersed in the natural beauty of Gault Nature Reserve. \
 nThis isn’t just a hike in the woods — it’s a professionally designed
  therapeutic experience and a structured digital detox rooted in science\, 
 psychology\, and deep reverence for the natural world.\nLed by Dr. Moire St
 evenson\, Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in mental 
 health and a background in biology and biochemistry\, this day retreat draw
 s on evidence-based ecotherapy and somatic techniques to facilitate a profo
 und nervous system reset.\nThrough intentional movement\, breathwork\, mind
 ful reflection\, and immersive sensory experiences in nature\, you will res
 tore your nervous system\, deepen your emotional resilience\, and reconnect
  with your sense of self in a way that few traditional settings allow.\n\n
  \nWhat the Day Will Look Like\nWe begin our day gathered at the park entr
 ance\, setting clear intentions and preparing to move through the land with
  mindfulness and meaning. To fully embrace this digital detox\, we invite y
 ou to power down your devices as we prepare to engage with the environment 
 through a different kind of "connection."\nThroughout our ascent of Mount S
 aint-Hilaire\, Dr. Stevenson will guide you through a curated series of the
 rapeutic nature-based practices designed to reduce stress\, enhance clarity
 \, and build emotional strength.\nMorning Arrival\n\nWelcome and orientatio
 n with Dr. Stevenson\nIntroduction to the principles of Ecotherapy and Natu
 re-Based Psychology\n\nThe Digital Detox: Setting the intention to disconne
 ct from tech to reconnect with the senses\n\nClarifying your personal focus
  and intention for the day\n\nForest Exploration + Therapeutic Rest Stops\n
 \nBreathwork + Interconnection: Engage the body and initiate a nervous syst
 em reset with grounding breathwork\, followed by a conversation on ecologic
 al interconnectedness.\nForest Meditation: Settle into presence with a guid
 ed mindfulness meditation beneath the forest canopy\nWalking Meditation: Ex
 perience meditative movement in sync with nature\n\nOngoing nature stops fo
 r sensory activation and guided observation (water listening\, bird watchin
 g\, tactile exploration of natural elements)\nMidday Insight + Summit Lunch
 \n\nTeaching Session on Empowerment: Overcoming inner and outer obstacles t
 hrough somatic awareness\, novelty and risk-taking\nEmbodiment & Stress Res
 ponse: Understanding how the body holds stress and how activities in natura
 l settings can help us release it\nLunch at the summit: A moment to pause\,
  reflect\, and integrate\n\nIntegration \n\nContemplative Journaling: Lear
 n how to use writing as a reflective tool during mindful walks\nSilent Walk
  for Inner Processing: A peaceful descent through the forest with intention
 al sensory breaks\nReconnection Practice: Exploring how to build a lasting 
 relationship with the natural world\n\nClosing Circle\n\nFinal reflections 
 and discussion with Dr. Stevenson back at the trailhead\nTools to carry you
 r nervous system reset and digital boundaries forward into your daily life.
 \n\nA complete itinerary and preparation checklist will be emailed upon reg
 istration.\n\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With\n\nBy the end of the retreat\,
  you’ll have experienced a meaningful digital detox\, stripping away the 
 "always-on" mental fatigue of modern life. You'll leave with a clear\, pers
 onal intention to support whatever comes next in your life\, along with sim
 ple\, nature-based tools you can use to stay connected and resilient. The d
 ay offers space for reflection\, learning\, and insight—ideal for anyone 
 feeling overwhelmed\, disconnected\, or simply in need of time to reconnect
  with themselves and the natural world. This retreat is designed to be an i
 ntentional pause from the busyness of daily life\, allowing you to cultivat
 e presence and connection in a peaceful natural environment.\nEvent Details
 :\n\n\nWhat to Bring: Comfortable footwear\, sunscreen\, bug repellent\, ra
 in gear\, a packed lunch\, and water. Snacks will be provided.\n\n\nAccessi
 bility: If you have reduced mobility or other accessibility concerns\, ple
 ase contact us immediately.\n\n\nFee: This is a paid event. The fee covers 
 the day pass for the reserve\, the guided meditation\, breathwork and other
  therapeutic activities as well as refreshments.\n\n\nFor more information 
 on Gault Nature Reserve\, visit:https://gault.mcgill.ca/en/https://gault.mc
 gill.ca/en/the-reserve/
LOCATION:Gault Nature Reserve\, 422 Chemin des Moulins\, Mont-Saint-Hilaire
 \, QC J3G 4S6
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DTSTART:20260517T143000Z
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