Couples Silent Hike & Connection Brunch

Saturday, September 28 • Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Hosted by Gestalt Gettysburg

Walk quietly. Listen deeply. Connect fully.

Step out of the noise and into the woods together. Our Couples Silent Hike invites you and your partner to slow down, move side‑by‑side, and re‑discover each other through the shared rhythm of walking. We’ll attune to the forest—sounds, scents, textures, light—and to one another. Afterwards, we’ll gather for a guided process circle and a light brunch in the park to reflect, connect, and carry the calm into daily life.

Why a silent hike for couples?

Silence isn’t empty—it’s full of information. When we quiet our voices, our senses turn up:

• Sound: wind in the trees, the crunch of leaves, birdsong—natural cues that help nervous systems settle and sync.

• Smell: pine, damp earth, late‑season blooms—scents that ground us in the present.

• Energy & pace: the unspoken “we” that forms when two people share the same trail and tempo.

Moving together without problem‑solving or planning opens a door to ease, safety, and companionship—especially helpful for couples who carry stress, decision‑fatigue, or communication overload.

The Gestalt approach to connection

Gestalt therapy is an experiential, here‑and‑now approach that supports:

• Awareness: noticing what you sense, feel, and need—moment by moment.

• Contact: meeting your partner as they are, not as you expect them to be.

• Choice: responding with clarity instead of reacting from habit.

• Embodiment: letting the body lead—breath, posture, pace—as sources of reliable information.

On this hike and in the post‑hike process group, we’ll use gentle Gestalt prompts to help you:

• Track your own experience while staying in connection.

• Name what felt nourishing or effortless between you.

• Identify one small, doable practice to bring home.

After the hike: Process circle + light brunch

Silent walking ends at the trailhead. Then we’ll gather for a facilitated couples’ circle to share insights, laughter, and simple next steps. A lovely, light brunch follows—time to enjoy the park, meet other couples, and let conversations unfold. Our previous silent hikes fill quickly and are among Gestalt Gettysburg’s most popular experiences—come see why.

Event details

• Date: Saturday, September 28

• Location: Pine Grove Furnace State Park (meeting spot provided upon registration)

• Time: Check‑in 8:45 AM • Silent hike 9:00–10:00 AM • Process circle & brunch 10:00–11:00 AM

• Trail: Low to moderate difficulty loop; approximately 2 miles

• Who it’s for: Couples of any stage—new, long‑term, or recommitting and of any person match

• What to bring: Closed‑toe shoes, water, layers, and curiosity

• Weather: Light rain or shine; we’ll notify you of any changes for safety

Registration

Reserve your spots at gestaltgettysburg.com or call 717.219.4281.

Space is limited to keep the group intimate.

A gentle note

This is a phones‑away, conversation‑light experience during the hike itself. We’ll offer clear guidance at the start, simple hand signals for needs along the way, and plenty of time for speaking during the circle and brunch. Bring along acceptance for all group members and a heart for nature and one another.

Come walk in quiet. Leave with clarity, steadiness—and a renewed sense of “we.”