Wandering with Trees

The old trees in our neighborhoods hold stories of the generations before us. They are part of the culture and fabric of our streets and parks. Their tall canopies provide shade and keep our communities cooler during the hot summer days. Their branches provide homes for birds and places for squirrels to play. Their leaves, flowers, fruits, and nuts provide food for our insects and wildlife. They clean our air and give us oxygen to breathe. Join Amber and Lila to explore your connection to trees and community through mindfulness and journaling practices at North Central Park and a 1 mile walk through the neighborhood to visit some beautiful big trees! 

Space is limited to 12 people and is for individuals 18+. Sliding scale $5-$10.

About Your Guides:

Amber Ellis is a resident of the Brookland Park neighborhood in Richmond and loves the natural world! In 2023, she launched Find Your Nature to create moments for people to center, create, and connect, so that we can show up as our best selves to care for the Earth together. She is also the Restoration Director with the James River Association, a non-profit focused on protecting the James River and connecting people to it. She is a Professional Landscape Architect in Virginia and holds a certificate in Ecotherapy.

Lila Jones is a Richmond native who dedicates her time to mindful exploration and celebration of the outdoors.