What can we learn from forests and trees ?
Reflections on the intelligence of trees and how it might inspire us in our lives
Trees, both resilient and fragile, have found ways to continuously adapt and colonise our planet for 350 million years. A walk in the forest soothes us and contributes to our well-being; what if trees could also inspire us in our lives and relationships? By bringing our senses to life, we will meet the trees and reflect on this question.
This outing is an invitation to go deep into a forest, to melt into nature and stop in front of the trees. We will observe them, feel the atmosphere, smell the air and imagine (or listen to) the whispers of nature.
We will discuss the origins and functions of these whispers, what they evoke in us and what inspiration they might give to our lives.
The empirical observations of our ancestors and modern science will guide us. Connecting this knowledge to our feelings can be a great catalyst for solutions to our daily challenges.
Ernst Zürcher's research and publications will help us in our approach; they will allow us, for example, to establish parallels between the ways in which plants interact with those we use daily, in order to derive ingredients that could help us in our social and professional interactions.
This day can be organised as a timeless journey, a workshop or a team building event for companies. In all cases, it will be about positioning ourselves as full members of nature and developing new individual and collective perspectives.
Program
Will be communicated after having been developed with the trustee
Gear list
Rainproof backpack (approx. 25 liters)
Personal belongings and medication, telephone
Tick repellent
(High) hiking shoes with profiled / Vibram soles
Warm hiking clothes, at least:
1st technical layer, e.g. wool (avoid cotton), also for legs in case of low temperatures or wind
2nd warm layer with fleece jacket plus down (puff) jacket
Long pants and hiking jacket
If not waterproof: provide additional protection against rain. Evt. umbrella
Sunglasses, sun cream, hat, possibly a pair of light gloves
1 liter of water minimum, 2 liters maximum, possibly a thermos
Snacks, dried fruit, etc.
Walking sticks, camera, binoculars (recommended)
Costs
From CHF 125.- pp.
The "standard version" of this outing can be declined in several variants and is adaptable to a group depending on the objectives or the issue.
Contact us for Catering and/or accommodation offers, group prices, or a group larger than the maximum indicated.
Contact us for VIP minibus transfer to the meeting point (6 passengers).
The hike is confirmed as soon as the minimum number of participants is reached, and may be postponed in case of bad weather conditions.
Payment: on site at the end of the hike. 100% of the fees are due in case of cancellation 10 days before the beginning of the tour, and 50% for 30 days
Included
Guiding services by a professional Mountain leader with Swiss federal certificate
Fresh espresso coffee or tea & some snacks
Animation around the theme according to the agreed format
We will also discuss various aspects of biodiversity in relation with the forest and the place of human beings in it
Explanations about the region, its nature and landscape
Observations of fauna, flora, geology
Winter: snowshoes and poles according to available stock, contact us
Not included
Public transportation
