This event will be our second healing walk led by Praxis, founder of Root Life. Praxis is an urban farmer with a passion for nature centric healing.

Things To Keep In Mind

– It is recommended that you wear comfortable footwear for the occasion. Hiking boots are a preference for ultimate comfort.

-It is also recommended that you bring water to keep yourself hydrated during our hike. Energy bars, trail mix &/or any other energy snacks are welcome as well.

-Check for weather conditions on the morning of the hike. Having the right gear for the day of the hike will highly impact your level of comfort on the hike.

About Praxis:

Praxis was born & raised in New Haven, CT; an indigenous resident to the city, Praxis has always had a strong passion for uplifting & empowering the local community.

Praxis has been urban farming in New Haven for 10 years; 4 of those years were spent working as a full time farmer & environmental educator for Common Ground High School while the rest of the time has been spent volunteering with local agricultural organizations such as New Haven Farms, The New Haven Land Trust, The Yale Sustainable Food Project, & The Yale Botanical Gardens.

In addition to working for and volunteering with key local agricultural organizations, Praxis has spent his time assisting local community gardens with start-up, maintenance & garden essentials as well as facilitating after school garden club programs.

Registration for this event required and is limited.

Before departing on our healing walk, all participants will be asked to sign a hiking waiver.

By registering for this event, attendees agree for any photos or videos taken during the event to be used for social media and future event promotion.

Due to limited parking at Lake Wintergreen, carpooling is encouraged if you are coming in a group. 

If registration is closed due to reaching capacity, please email growers@elisgardenofhealing with the number of people you would like to attend.