Step Out in Silence - Spring edition
Saturday, 22nd of April 2023

On the 22nd of April we organise a silent hike in Bertembos. The focus is not on being forced to be silent (even though we will hike for 1,5 hour in complete silence) but the focus is rather on being present in the moment and fully emerging ourselves in nature.
I want this hike to remind you that we all still have a child-like wonder in us. We haven't lost that, I'd rather say we forgot. We are often so busy talking or making To-Do lists in our head that we have less attention for what happens around us. That way we miss incredible things.
I hope this hike will awaken your child-like wonder. We will enjoy everything a wood has to offer: the sweet sound of songbirds, the gentle noise of nearby streams, the smell of freshly grown flowers, the sight of golden sunrays on newborn leaves and the feeling of grass under your feet.
A true spa day for our senses. If you are sensitive like me for all the stimuli today's world has to offer, then this hike is sure to feel like a real moment of rejuvenation!
What to expect?

You may be thinking; I want to try this but will this not be super awkward?
The simple answer we keep hearing from participants is: No, absolutely not weird - It's wonderful!
We try to let it flow as natural as possible therefore we start the hike talking and saying our hello's! This avoids a weird awkward feeling during the rest of the hike.
After that we will stop in a beautiful part of the woods for an introduction to mindfulness, a short meditation and a moment of self-reflection.
After which we start our silent hike (1,5hours) completely ZEN. Enjoying the peacefulness, each his or her own experience :)
You will realise that a hike you do in silence is a totally different experience!
To end the silent hike we will have another moment of personal reflection in the middle of nature. That way you can slowly come out of your silent zone :).

Practical information
Where?
We will hike 12 km in Bertembos and Eikenbos.
We will meet at "Radarstation Bertem"
(possibility to cycle together from Tervuursepoort, Leuven, to the start)
When?
On the 22nd of April from 9AM up till 12PM.
What to take?
- Comfortable waterproof shoes
- Clothes that keep you warm. The hiking speed may be slightly slower since we will be looking around us much more!
- Water
- Pencil
Price:
5 euro per person.
To be paid by online transfer or via your bank app (QR code) at the start of the hike. (Payment details will follow via email when you subscribe)
Participating:
Would you love to participate? Send an email to info@stepouttoday.be to reserve your spot!
We are able to accommodate a maximum of 15 participants.
Hope to take you along on this wonderful journey!
Febe
