The subject line of the email I received from a colleague at the Forest Preserves of Cook County was certainly intriguing… “You’re Invited to a Guided Forest Therapy Walk.” Born and raised in the Northwest Suburbs, I’m no stranger to the Forest Preserves. They’re woven into the fabric of my life in memories of picnics, trips with […]
Nature’s fix: Being outdoors can be a balm for your soul
THE OUTDOOR LIFE By Erin Starkey What feeds your soul? Brings you calm during a storm? A few years ago, I realized the answer was being outdoors. I was working as the director of a mental health department for a large local non-profit. This was work that I loved and was at times also very […]


