Mindful Moments Walking Tour

Our entire campus is a world-class arboretum. With this self-guided tour, we invite you to ground yourself in our garden and outdoor spaces. Use the prompts below to locate and participate in seeking a deeper connection to our campus and yourself. These prompts can be completed in any order, in any amount of time, however much or little you have. Do them individually or as a group to foster a connection and create communication prompts.

"Mindful Moments gave us time to reflect, breathe, smell, and admire the beautiful gardens and plants our UMD arborist, Meg, diligently tends to. On that day, we were blessed with mist, and I was in awe of the perfect, shiny raindrops resting on colorful leaves in Anne Arundel East Garden. I still remember the distinctive sweet smell in the Knight Pollinator Garden, probably thanks to the rain. We paid our respect to the centuries-old Post Oak Tree, and next to it, stands a mystery: I am debating whether there is a honeycomb in one of the interstices of the Nocturne sculpture; I will have to go back!"

This invitation to reflect and connect with our open spaces is brought to you by the Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, and the Health Promotion and Wellness Services of the University Health Center.

This mindfulness journey takes approximately 45 minutes to complete and may bring about a range of emotions or physical sensations. If you feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable, it is ok to pause and take a break. If you feel you need additional support, faculty & staff members can contact the Faculty & Staff Assistance Program at 301-314-8170 or 301-314-8099. Students can contact the University Health Center at 301-314-8106.