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.
Your sense of wonder and curiosity.
Be prepared to walk up to 500 meters return, on rough ground and perhaps off track.
We leave no trace, be kind and thoughtful of wildlife and their habitat … sit beside plants to draw them or take a photo. We don’t pick plants or flowers. Keep a respectful distance from wildlife, so we don’t disturb them or make them nervous. Use binoculars or telescopes to get a closer look. Enjoy those special moments when we find a unique bloom or wildlife chooses to come closer to us, as we sit quietly.
Herons Reef. Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park. Vaughn-Chewton Rd, Fryerstown. V7J2+7P Fryerstown, Victoria -37.1203925, 144.2533475
