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Ａ：大部分活動沒有嚴格年齡限制，但我們會依活動性質標註建議年齡層。例如親子友善、適合成人靜心、適合體力較好的參與者等。我們也很歡迎全家一起來體驗自然！

Ａ：森霖綠（GreenShower）是一個推動自然療癒與環境教育的非營利組織。我們希望透過自然探索、體驗活動和社區串聯，讓更多人「親近自然、照顧自己，也照顧環境」。

Ａ：絕對適合！我們的活動不一定要上山下海，也有很多輕鬆的城市綠地活動、散步、手作或靜心體驗，讓你在熟悉的環境中也能慢下來，與自然重新連結。

Ａ：我們會清楚標示活動的強度與所需裝備。許多活動只要帶水、搭配天氣的服裝和簡單零食即可，輕鬆好上手；室內課的部分更是不需要擔心，我們會盡可能提供需要的材料，大家帶著愉快的心來參加即可。部分需要健行或戶外移動的活動也都會事先提醒參加者準備好裝備，或是告知哪裡可以租用裝備。

Ａ：有些活動是免費的、有些會酌收保險費、材料費或講師費。我們都會在報名頁面上寫清楚。報名通常透過網路表單或社群公告，歡迎追蹤我們的 Instagram / Facebook / Threads 了解最新活動。

Ａ：目前主要活動地點在西雅圖及附近地區，也會根據主題前往不同公園、社區綠地或自然保留區，未來我們也希望到更多地方舉辦活動。如果因為車程過遠或活動需求必須過夜，我們也會盡可能幫忙安排住宿事宜！

Ａ：我們非常歡迎志工加入森霖綠的行列！不用擔心自己是不是「專家」，成為志工不需要特別的生物、地理或歷史背景。只要你對自然有興趣、願意關心社群，我們就很歡迎你。
我們相信「從做中學」是最真實的成長方式，許多參與活動的知識與技巧，都是在實作和互動中慢慢累積的。創辦人和核心團隊也會陪著大家一起上手、一起探索。
透過參與自然活動、學習與環境共處的方法，志工們不僅能夠與他人分享自然的美好，也有機會喚醒人們對土地的感動與關懷。自然是一切的起點，我們希望邀請你一起成為這股綠色行動的力量，讓更多人親近自然、疼惜自然！

A: Most of our events do not have strict age limits. However, we will indicate the recommended age group based on the nature of the activity—for example, whether it is family-friendly, suited for quiet reflection, or more physically active. We warmly welcome families and individuals of all ages to experience nature together!

GreenShower is a nonprofit organization dedicated to nature-based healing and environmental education. Through nature exploration, experiential activities, and community engagement, we aim to help people connect with nature, care for themselves, and care for the environment.

A: Absolutely! Not all of our events involve rugged outdoor adventures. We also offer relaxing activities in urban green spaces—such as nature walks, crafting, and mindfulness sessions—that allow you to slow down and reconnect with nature in familiar surroundings.

A: Each event will include a clear description of its intensity and required items. Many of our programs are easy to join with just water, weather-appropriate clothing, and some snacks. Indoor sessions require minimal preparation, and we’ll provide most of the materials you need. For events involving hiking or outdoor travel, we’ll notify participants in advance and provide info on where to rent or borrow equipment if needed.

A: Some events are free; others may have a small fee to cover insurance, materials, or speaker costs. All fees will be clearly listed on the event registration page. Sign-ups are usually through online forms or social media announcements—please follow us on Instagram / Facebook / Threads to stay updated.

A: Most of our events currently take place in Seattle and nearby areas. Depending on the theme, we may also explore parks, community green spaces, or nature reserves further afield. In the future, we hope to expand our reach. If an event requires an overnight stay or longer travel, we’ll do our best to help participants with lodging options.

A: We absolutely welcome volunteers to join the GreenShower team! You don’t need to be a “nature expert”—no formal background in biology, geography, or history is required. If you’re curious about nature and care about community, you’re already qualified.
We believe that learning by doing is the best way to grow. Most skills are built up through hands-on experiences and shared learning. Our founder and core team will support and guide new volunteers along the way.
By participating in our activities and learning how to live in harmony with nature, volunteers have the opportunity to share its beauty with others and help inspire a deeper appreciation for the land. Nature is where everything begins—and we invite you to be part of this green movement, bringing more people closer to and more caring toward the natural world.

Born in Yilan and raised in Pingtung, RC Chin-Wen Lai has had a deep fascination with natural ecosystems since childhood. Biology encyclopedias and books on diverse global environments were his favorites, fueling a dream of one day carrying a camera into the wild to document the pulse of the Earth.

However, his academic path led him first to the laboratory, training as a medical technician. Unwilling to settle for hospital work, he switched to research, spending his days with cells and mice, seeking new discoveries for drug development. Though the path was different, his curiosity about nature never waned.
From the American Midwest to Silicon Valley, Chin-Wen seized every opportunity to study and work abroad, visiting lands he only knew from books. While awestruck by the breathtaking beauty, he was also deeply moved by the rapid changes happening in the natural environment.

A seed for environmental protection was planted during his college days when he encountered the Society of Wilderness (SOW). That dream finally found fertile ground when he moved to Seattle. Combining his passion for nature with the meticulous observation skills honed in the lab, he teamed up with partners Harley Pan and Chun-Lin Chen during a career transition to establish GreenShower.
The goal is simple: to guide more people to step into nature, allowing everyone to genuinely love this land and become its dedicated protectors.

Harley Pan is a creative director, video producer, urban designer, and a marketing strategist, born in California and raised in Taiwan. Trained in landscape architecture and urban design, his early career focused on city and community events. In 2024, he became president of the Taiwanese Association of Greater Seattle, organizing numerous cultural events.

Influenced by his father, nature photographer Chien-Hung Pan, Harley developed an early passion for photography and the outdoors. After moving to the U.S., he built a career in media and marketing, working as a videographer since 2015. Completing a digital marketing program in 2018, he has since specialized in combining media production with marketing strategy.

In 2025, Harley co-founded GreenShower with Chin-Wen, uniting his love for nature, visual, and community to serve Seattle’s Taiwanese community.

Diana Hu (she/her) was born in Taiwan and moved to Hong Kong when she was 7. Being in a big city, she missed the connection to nature and frequently looked at the moon and wondered about what the rest of the world was like and what kind of impact she could make.

She studied Film in college and grad school, but decided to change direction and got a career in GIS (geographic information systems). She has worked for consulting firms and various government agencies as a software engineer, and now looking forward to start a chapter of her career focusing on climate change.

Born and raised in Taiwan, Sophie learned early that streets, markets, and temple courtyards keep traces of the past. Trained as a historian and editor, she combs archives, photographs architectural details before they disappear, and writes stories that connect names on paper to places underfoot. She links past and present so readers can see the continuity of human experience: happiness, anxiety, doubt, and hope. She believes stories bring people closer by revealing the themes we share.

Alongside her writing, she designs digital experiences, building websites and creating brand-aligned assets. She now lives in Seattle with her husband. When not working, she enjoys watching docuseries, traveling, and exploring buildings and neighborhoods.