Upcoming Events

April Bird Walk
Apr
13

April Bird Walk

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird walk at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round and winter residents. At this time of year, we are saying farewell to many bird friends who are heading out on their annual migration while welcoming others back to wnte with us.
Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration recommended.

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6-week Mindfulness-based Nature Connection Course
May
4

6-week Mindfulness-based Nature Connection Course

6-Week Nature-Based Mindfulness Course: May 4 - June 15, 2025

Our whole being needs time to unwind and deeply connect with the natural world, to attune to our senses, and rekindle an intimate connection with the many expressions of life on this beautiful earth.

Over the course of six Sundays on the grounds of Mt. Pisgah, we will practice a variety of guided nature-based meditations while sitting, meandering, and lying down that you can practice anywhere (no previous meditation experience is necessary), there will be time for rich discussions with one another as well as some solo time.

Each session will include brief talks on topics like mindfulness in nature, embodiment and receptivity, curiosity, opening the portal of the heart, impermanence, interconnection with all Life, gratitude, and reciprocity.

Class dates & times: 8:30 - 11:00 May 4, 18, 25, June 1, 15, and 22.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - BY APRIL 30TH

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Mindful Movement Wednesday Class
Mar
19

Mindful Movement Wednesday Class

Register for a single class or the popular 7-week series available in person and online. Julia’s Alignment Yoga classes focus on healthy alignment and range of motion as well as research techniques shown to maintain and improve bone density. The series runs December 16, 2024 - Feb. 12, 2025 (no classes between Dec 23 - Jan 2)
Register for classes here

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December Bird Walk
Dec
8

December Bird Walk

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird walk at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round and winter residents. At this time of year, we are saying farewell to many bird friends who are heading out on their annual migration while welcoming others back to wnte with us.
Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration recommended.

Click here to register

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Mt. Pisgah - Mindful Meandering
Sep
29

Mt. Pisgah - Mindful Meandering

Join us for this month’s Mindful Meandering at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, 9:00 - 1:00. Enjoy silent walks, guided meditations, nature poetry, and a sprinkling of rich conversation in 3-4 different habitats. Bring a snack and whatever else you’d like to be comfortable. Registration is recommended.

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July Bird Walk
Jul
14

July Bird Walk

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird walk at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round and winter residents. Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration required.

Click here to register

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May Bird Walk
May
12

May Bird Walk

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird walk at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round and winter residents. Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration required.

Click here to register

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March Bird Walk
Mar
24

March Bird Walk

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird walk at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round and winter residents. Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration required.

Click here to register

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Mindful Movement ...Yoga+
Oct
9

Mindful Movement ...Yoga+

Take time to nurture your well-being with a gentle, yet effective yoga practice infused with a bit of Qigong and Pilates. Based on the principles of Alignment Yoga, Yoga for Healthy Bones, and Yoga for Healthy Aging, this class will help you feel grounded, aligned and strong with a healthy range of motion, agile, and resilient. Register in the store for a Single Yoga Class ($10). This class is offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15pm (PT). As an option, you can subscribe to my Video Library with 20 hrs of yoga videos on many health topics to enjoy at your leisure

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AARP Awake in the Wild
Oct
5

AARP Awake in the Wild

Nature-based mindfulness meditation practices can help attune your senses to the simple delights and serenity of the natural world. This class, for everybody - not just AARP members, will teach you various sensory awareness practices and offer guided mindfulness-based meditations. FREE. You must register for each class.

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Green Island Mindful Meandering
Sep
9

Green Island Mindful Meandering

Listen….Can you hear the whispering appeal of your whole being to slow down and be held by the exquisite beauty and kindness of Nature? Join us in this half-day retreat where luxurious time will be spent sitting quietly in guided meditations, meandering in silence, and opening the senses to the lush splendor of Green Island - home to beaver, river otter, and over 150 species of birds.  
No prior meditation experience necessary.

Registration is essential as space is limited!
To register for this FREE McKenzie River Trust event,
click here

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AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation
May
25

AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation

This online weekly Thursday class 10AM - 10:45AM (Pacific Time) is available to EVERYBODY - not just AARP members. Julia will guide 20+ minute nature-based meditations with time for comments afterwards. While these meditations are best experienced outdoors, practicing them near a window with a view of nature or even some houseplants is fine too!

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AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation
May
18

AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation

This online weekly Thursday class 10AM - 10:45AM (Pacific Time) is available to EVERYBODY - not just AARP members. Julia will guide 20+ minute nature-based meditations with time for comments afterwards. While these meditations are best experienced outdoors, practicing them near a window with a view of nature or even some houseplants is fine too!

Click Here to Register.

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AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation
May
11

AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation

This online weekly Thursday class 10AM - 10:45AM (Pacific Time) is available to EVERYBODY - not just AARP members. Julia will guide 20+ minute nature-based meditations with time for comments afterwards. While these meditations are best experienced outdoors, practicing them near a window with a view of nature or even some houseplants is fine too!

Click Here to Register.

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AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation (Copy) (Copy)
Apr
27

AARP Awake in the Wild - Online Meditation (Copy) (Copy)

This online weekly Thursday class 10AM - 10:45AM (Pacific Time) is available to EVERYBODY - not just AARP members. Julia will guide 20+ minute nature-based meditations with time for comments afterwards. While these meditations are best experienced outdoors, practicing them near a window with a view of nature or even some houseplants is fine too!

Click Here to Register.

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