Workshops & ceremonies that help us savor nature, foster community, and find more inner peace.

Speaking & Guiding

 

“Merry is an excellent presenter: dynamic, fun and she knows her stuff!” 
Pat Heaney, Environmental Educator, Author

“My class loved the presentation. They were very inspired and are thinking more about their actions and words.” 
Lauren Griffin, Teacher

“I’m so envious of the trip and the book! And the talk was just terrific. Thank you!” 
Leonard Greenberger, Senior Public Relations Counselor

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Workshops & Talks

I love teaching, inspiring, and sharing with groups large and small. I’m happy to tailor presentations to meet your needs, in person or virtually. Here are my most popular topics:

  • Tap into the Nature’s Healing Power (It’s Easier Than You Think!)

  • Forest Bathing: The Science and Beauty Behind This Natural Rx

  • Have Fun, Stay Safe: Tips for Family Hikes

  • Parent-Teen Connections: More Crucial than Ever

  • Peace Pilgrim’s Four Steps to Inner Peace

  • Remove Toxic Chemicals from Your Everyday Life (Includes Household Product Inventory to identify safer products for you and your family)

  • Speak Easy: Communications Skills for Difficult Times

  • How to Talk so Your Teens Will Listen, and Listen so Your Teens Will Talk

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Guiding

As a long-time Outdoor Adventure leader, I particularly enjoy welcoming new women hikers of all ages and watching them gain comfort and find joy during our walks in the woods. I’m happy to offer hiking tips and insights on:

  • Female-focused concerns (or, as some might put it - how to sh#t and take care of other business in the great outdoors)

  • Dressing for hiking success

  • Listening to your body (and mind)

  • How to pick the right trail

  • What to bring for your day hike

  • Safety tips for older hikers

  • Fun facts about fungi, plants and trees

  • Leave no trace principles

  • How to identify poison ivy

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Ceremonies

I offer monthly Full Moon ceremonies (see past virtual celebrations on my YouTube channel.) I’ve also led hands-on programs for corporate, non-profit, and student audiences on a variety of mind-body-spirit topics:

  • Creative Visualizations for Success

  • The 5-Minute Relaxation Vacation

  • Goal-Oriented Guided Meditation

  • The Amazing Calm Balm of Breathing

  • Mindful Walking

  • Body Scan Basics

  • Generating Gratitude

  • Igniting Your Inner Pilot Light