Covid-19 Protocols
Please read before signing the Participant Agreement & Release Form

The precautions below are taken for the safety and comfort of all, to support you in experiencing the calming and immune-boosting benefits of an immersive nature experience.

1. As much as possible, registration, payment, and signing of release forms will be on-line, in advance of the walk. Remotely-guided walks are also being offered.
2. You agree that you will not participate in an in-person walk if you have tested positive within the previous 10 days; or if you have any Covid-19 symptoms, including fever, cough, difficulty breathing or gastro-intestinal issues; or if in the 10 days prior to the walk you’ve been in close contact with somebody who has tested positive for Covid-19, or you have traveled in an area with a high rate of infection. A full refund will be given when you cancel at least 24 hours before the walk.
   
3. Participants will be mindful of distance and avoid crowding each other on the trail and in group gatherings. Participants will bring masks which may be required when the group gathers in circle.
   
4. Wild-crafted tea is offered at the end of the walk. Please bring your own small teacup if you would prefer not to use the cup that will be provided.
5. You are asked to notify Forest Therapy Ottawa if you develop symptoms or test positive within 10 days of the walk.
6. These protocols will be updated and revised in keeping with Ontario Government decisions and new recommendations from Ottawa Public Health.

Now that you've reviewed the Protocols, please sign the Participant Agreement/Release before the walk.

I’m so pleased to be able to offer the support of Nature & Forest Therapy Walks at this time. Time in nature offers immense healing benefits for our over-stressed nervous systems, and gives us an opportunity to be together in a safe and supportive way, and re-connect with ourselves and the land.
                                        - Andrea Prazmowski, Forest Therapy Ottawa