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By registering for the 2025 pass, you will be able to attend all of the activities listed below. Registration is required for each individual activity.
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Nature Walk

Nature Connection and Hikes Pass
This pass will allow you to register for all of the programs below: Nature Walks Forest Bathing 101 Everyone Outside - Nature Connection
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2025 Pass 
N/A N/A W  01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Various Locations 		$15.00 Res, $20.00 Non-Res

Forest Bathing 101
Come out to Middletown’s beautiful parks and enjoy time reconnecting to nature and the planet. Each month we’ll do a mix of nature connection exercises, breathing techniques, and a sit spot meditation that will help you become more present in nature. Monthly locations will vary, see below, and be updated early enough to register! All ages are welcome! Instructor: Erik Assadourian
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Forest Bathing 101 - Jan 
N/A N/A Su  01/26/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wadsworth Large Falls 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Feb 
N/A N/A Su  02/16/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Middletown Nature Gardens 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Mar 
N/A N/A Su  03/30/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
CFPA Highlawn 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Apr 
N/A N/A Su  04/27/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Middlesex Community College 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - May 
N/A N/A Su  05/25/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
McCutcheon Park at Crystal Lake 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Jun 
N/A N/A Su  06/22/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Middletown Nature Gardens 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Jul 
N/A N/A Su  07/27/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Guida Conservation Area 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Aug 
N/A N/A Su  08/24/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Kayak Meditation at Philip Salafia Boat Launch 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Sep 
N/A N/A Su  09/28/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Smith Park 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Oct 
N/A N/A Su  10/26/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Indian Hill 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Nov 
N/A N/A Su  11/23/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wadsworth Mansion 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Forest Bathing 101 - Dec 
N/A N/A Su  12/14/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wadsworth Falls 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res

Nature Hikes / Walks
Wear hiking shoes and bring a light snack and water. Children under age 16 must attend with an adult 18+. Cancelled if inclement weather. Leashed dogs generally OK; check for specifics. Each walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Some may be longer. Come walk with Beth Lapin, Erik Assadourian and Greg Klaus. Enjoy, exercise and learn while walking.
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February 2025 Nature Hike 
16y and up N/A Su  02/02/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Harbor Park - River Road 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This is an easy hike, flat, paved, and plowed, along the Connecticut River, where we may see a bald eagle.
 
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March 2025 Nature Hike 
16y and up N/A Su  03/02/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Long Hill Estate 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Our walk at Long Hill Estate, also known as Wadsworth Mansion, is a mostly level loop walk through the park, with one steeper climb (that can be avoided if necessary). Park at SNOW SCHOOL (GPS: 299 Wadsworth St).
 
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April 2025 Nature Hike 
16y and up N/A Sa  04/05/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Maromas/Hubbard Brook 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
The Hubbard Brook Preserve in the Maromas section of Middletown offers protected habitat for plants and wildlife, with scenic vistas of the Connecticut River. Specific Directions in Receipt notes: GPS 3556 River Road
 
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May 2025 Nature Hike 
16y and up N/A Sa  05/03/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Guida Farm Conservation Area 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
On modulating trails, we will explore this 100-acre area protected by the city and Middlesex Land Trust. The Preserve offers wooded areas, open fields, and small ponds. This walk is part of screen-free week.
 
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June 2025 Nature Hike 
16y and up N/A Sa  06/07/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Ron MC 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
The hike, with some ups and downs, will cover forest, rock overhangs, and meadow areas in the woods west of the lake and include a discussion of Native uses of the area.

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