Outings

Nature Journaling July 2026

  • Date Sunday, 5 July 2026 - Sunday, 5 July 2026
  • Time 9:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Locations Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park, Chewton

Nature Journaling July 2026

Nature journaling is a combination of science, art and mindfulness. Enjoy a quiet time with nature, observing the ebb and flow of our local birds, other wildlife and native plants, as we explore with our curiosity and record observations in a sketchbook. Guided by Jane Rusden, artist, birder and environmentalist.

No experience necessary, all welcome.

Please bring:

Pencil and paper, you might like to use a sketchbook, coloured pencils, watercolours, watercolour pencils, paint brushes, water pot, any other art supplies that you enjoy.

You might like your camera or binoculars.

A bag to put your art supplies in, which easy to carry up to 500 meters on uneven ground.

A light weight camping chair or rug to sit on.

Water to drink, snacks

Sun cream, sun hat.

Please wear sun and snake protective clothing – long sleeve shirt, trousers, sturdy shoes and socks.

Stay warm and dress accordingly.

Your sense of wonder and curiosity.

Getting there

Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park.

Forest Creek, where Goldfields Track crosses Chinamans Point Rd.

Chinamans Point Rd, Chewton

(-37.0702951, 144.2729082)