Sacred Walks
Grounded Forest Bathing Walks
Join a small group as we venture into nature for an immersive, experiential experience. Engage the senses, quiet the mind, create a deeper connection to nature, and drop in to being with nature and people in a healthy way. Families are welcome for the Forest Bathing Walks.
Labyrinth Walks
Join a small group for an experience learning about, and walking labyrinths - ancient paths rich with symbolism and spiritual significance. The labyrinth walk is a contemplative meditation practice and a tool for transformation, personal growth and self-reflection.
Sacred Walking Guided Workbook & Journal Series
Grounded Forest Bathing Walks
On these walks, we will meet to walk a local trail in Eastern North Carolina together near the Crystal Coast. The trail may be through the woods, on the beach, an urban greenway, or across boardwalks through wetlands. Along the way Amanda will point out special features and guide you into connecting to your senses and expanding your awareness. You'll learn how to read messages from nature and how other cultures view and perceive different elements within the natural world. You'll learn tools and practices for connecting to the spirit of a place, to yourself, and ways to deepen your connection to the natural world.
Each month the walk will be at a different place. The pace will be slow. The experience is meant to be relaxing, allowing you to unwind and drop into stillness and a quiet place within...stepping out of the mental noise from the week/day.
This is not a naturalist walk where you'll learn species of flora and fauna. This is also not a strenuous physical exercise you can check off for the day. This is a contemplative walk to connect inward and engage your senses.
On average expect 2-3 miles to be covered in two hours. Along our stroll, you'll receive prompts for contemplation, reflection, and guidance in how to awaken your senses and expand your observation skills.
Bring water, sunscreen, wear layers and appropriate shoes for the terrain.
Due to parking constraints at some locations and to not overcrowd the trails, registration is required as space is limited. Registration can be through the contact form, email, or direct message on Instagram or Facebook. This way, if the event needs to be cancelled due to low sign-ups or inclement weather, especially in Hurricane Season, you can be notified.
Consider purchasing the Nature Paths: A Guided Workbook and Journal for Sacred Walking on Amazon to use during your walks.
Amanda will also have some copies of her book available for purchase on-site. Cash/Venmo $15
2025 Dates
Specific Trail Locations TBD week before walk. Check FB or IG for details. The walks depend on weather conditions and other events going on.
Although the event is FREE, registration is required. Use the link below to register. The deadline to register is 24 hours before the scheduled walk. If the minimum number of 3 participants required to hold the event is not met, the event may be cancelled. You'll be notified by 10:00 am the morning of the walk if it's a go or will be cancelled. Please check your emails the day of.
Upcoming Dates:
April 27
May 4th
Possible Trail Locations:
Hammocks Beach State Park Swansboro, NC (2.1 miles)
Fort Macon State Park Atlantic Beach, NC (3.2 miles)
Cedar Point Tideland Trail (2 miles)
Labyrinth Walks
The labyrinth is a wonderful sacred container for personal and planetary transformation. Through sacred walks, participants are guided and held in support along their walking journey. You'll hear about the history of labyrinths and their use around the world and then you'll be guided to walk the labyrinth with others. Each Labyrinth walk may have a central theme which will be posted beside the date. Occasionally some labyrinth walks will follow with a creative outlet of expression as many have found doing art after the walk helps to reveal more.
Walking the Labyrinth is a journey to your center.
- Release things you have been holding onto and embrace the present.
- Receive insights, messages, and inspiration.
- Return with what you need to move forward and out into the world with.
The monthly event is free. Registration is requested in order to keep the group small as most labyrinth spaces can only accommodate so many at once. Also, in the event weather causes a reschedule of the walk or I need to reschedule for family situations you can be notified.
Register through the contact form, or send a direct message through Instagram or Facebook.
Many of the walks are held at local churches. A donation to the respective church towards the upkeep of the labyrinth would be appreciated.
Check the events page on Facebook for the latest special labyrinth walks scheduled.
Consider purchasing the Labyrinth Paths: A Guided Workbook and Journal for Sacred Walking on Amazon to use during your walks. Amanda will also have some copies available for purchase on-site. Cash/Venmo $15
2025 Dates
Offering Free Monthly Labyrinth Walks Since 2022.
Walks held at:
St. Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church
920 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC 28575
2025
Sunday February 23 - 3 pm
Wednesday March 19 - 7 pm
Wednesday April 23rd - 7 pm
Saturday May 3 - 1 pm World Labyrinth Day!
Walks may resume in late September.
Guided Walks typically are 45-60 minutes.
Donations
Several events are offered free here for the community. With the labyrinth walks I encourage you to donate directly to the church that maintains the labyrinth you walked.
If you'd like to donate to Sacred Way Ceremonies because you feel in your heart you received benefits from one of the free events I facilitated, I appreciate it. Your donations allow me to continue serving free or at a low cost to help others on their journey navigate life, love, and loss with love, peace, and connection.
There are no other businesses offering services like Sacred Way Ceremonies in Eastern NC so your support through referrals, likes on social media, and financial donations really does mean a lot as a small business serving the local community.
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