Get to Know a Guide - Komal Kadam
Meet Komal Kadam, a January 2025 graduate of The Forest Therapy School and founder of earthkin. From her experiences in the Himalayas to her evolving forest therapy practice, Komal reflects on the interconnectedness of people and the Earth, and the power of reconnecting with the living world.
Get to Know A Guide: Marie Galdi
Excerpts & photos from Certified Forest Therapy Guide and author Marie Galdi from her book “Whispers from the Field.”
Get to Know a Guide: Jacky Kowa
In this FTS Guide Stories: The Practice in the World journal entry , Jacqualine “Jacky” Kowa shares, in her own words, how forest therapy has moved through her life, family, and community in Kenya.
Get to Know a Guide: Molly Swan
Move Through the Wild With Intention, Humility and a Commitment to Reciprocity.
By Molly Swan
As outdoor enthusiasts and travelers enjoy the days of summer, many discover new trails, visit national parks or venture into wild places abroad with phones in hand, searching for the perfect social media photo while minds stay focused on the destination. Instead, nature enthusiasts can travel with curiosity, humility and respect rather than expectation and entitlement.