Shinrin-Yoku is a Japanese term that, literally translated, means something like “immersing oneself in a forest atmosphere” or what, in the west, is typically referred to as “forest bathing.” It is a practice of relaxation where one spends time and proceeds slowly and thoughtfully in a forest or natural environment, focusing on engaging as many senses as one can to deeply connect with nature.
There are a couple of places in the state that are known for fall color: primarily Lost Maples State Park (six hours away in the Hill Country) and McKittrick Canyon (at least eight hours away in the Guadalupe Mountains of Far West Texas). However, every year, I am surprised by the pleasing fall colors we actually see in North Texas. We just see the color later than the rest of the country.
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