Keeping a nature journal is like Jack’s magic bean. The simple act of sitting, observing, and recording can transport you to a world of wonder. This four-part series will help participants build confidence and joy in nature journaling—no talent required! Foster a habit of curiosity and scientific thinking—asking questions, making comparisons, tracking patterns in nature. Develop drawing skills and explore writing as a tool for connection to the natural world.
May 31, Seeing like an Artist—Botany
With plants as models, learn to see and capture essential details. This intro session also includes tips for comfort in the field, journaling materials, and how to meet your personal goals.
June 21: Birds and Mammals
If only they’d hold still! This session will focus on where and how to observe wildlife and practice tricks for capturing their form.
July 19: Landscape and Storytelling
This session will focus on interactions, the stories of a place—what to look for and how to capture it.
August 2: Sensory Awareness for Nature Writing
The fourth session awakens all of the external and internal senses to observation of the natural world and our relationship with it. Amanda Kenyon of Landkind Guide will lead this session with Patti and will provide guided sensory experiences and writing prompts for journaling.
