In the Forest's Shelter - Nature Connection Workshop

In the workshop, Virpi Koskela presents how nature connection affects mental wellbeing, physical health, resilience, and creativity. Following the presentation, participants engage in related exercises, sharing their experiences through group discussion. The exercises and discussions are conducted seated in the auditorium chairs, following principles of a safe and confidential space.

The workshop is part of the multisensory exhibition "In the Forest's Shelter" and a broader event programme that explores the future of forests through art, science, and participation. The exhibition runs in Kanneltalo's gallery from 14-29 August. Other events in the programme:

Sat 15.8. at 13:00 | Jukka Ilmonen presents results from the Metsäkissa2044 project
Night of the Arts, Thu 20.8. at 17:00 | Katja Luhtala & collective: Metsä M
Night of the Arts, Thu 20.8. at 17:30 | Metsänpohja - collaborative artwork
Fri 21.8. at 17:00 | Forest haiku workshop
Sat 22.8. at 13:00 | Forest improvisation dialogue
Sat 22.8. at 15:00 | Artist meeting: Susu Rytteri
Thu 27.8. at 17:00 | Nature connection workshop
Fri 28.8. at 16:00 | Lecture on utopian pedagogy
Fri 28.8. at 18:00 | Legioonateater's forest theatre collective: How the forest answers
Finland's Nature Day, Sat 29.8. at 13:00 | Round table discussion on utopian futures
Finland's Nature Day, Sat 29.8. at 15:00 | Katja Luhtala and Metsä M collective: Forest heart - An ode to nearby forests

The exhibition and events are part of Helsinki's cultural services environmental programme. Admission is free.