Join Listening to Grief and other grievers on a guided walk in accessible Jack Block Park.

Free, registration appreciated but not required.

10:00 am

Meeting location: Near the restrooms.

We’ll start just after 10:00 AM with introductions and general guidelines. Then we will walk in a group through the park.

During this walk, we walk through the park talking about and feeling grief, while allowing ourselves to draw comfort from the presence of others who are also grieving. During the walk we stop a few times for poetry, observation, movement, story sharing, and quiet contemplation. The more we acknowledge that grief is a normal part of living, the better we will each be able to carry our own sorrows and support others in their grief.

The duration of the walk will depend on how much time we spend listening, whether to each other’s stories or to the leaves rustling, birds calling, and the water splashing. I anticipate it will be approximately 75 minutes overall.

All are welcome. Keep in mind we will be talking about grief and death. The trail is paved with a few inclines, there is parking, and there are restrooms at the beginning. I trust you to know what your body can manage and to take care of yourself accordingly.

Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. We will walk regardless of the weather.