Nature Journaling at the Powhatan Library

Teens and adults are invited to slow down, step outside, and discover how nature journaling can change the way you notice the world around you. This hands-on workshop, led by Master Naturalist and educator Mary Larson, offers an inviting introduction to nature journaling; no art or writing experience is required. Each session features seasonal subjects and prompts. Come once, or return monthly to continue building observation skills and a nature journaling habit.

Nature journaling is a flexible practice that can improve focus, strengthen observation skills, support memory, and deepen curiosity, all while helping people feel more connected to the natural world.

The workshop will be held partly inside and partly outside (weather permitting) on the wooded trails surrounding the library. Participants will be guided through easy, curiosity-driven activities that encourage looking closely, wondering freely, and recording observations in a personal journal. The goal is not polished pages, but learning a repeatable process you can use anytime you’re outside—whether walking in the park, tending a garden, or exploring your own backyard.

Location: Powhatan County Public Library, 2270 Mann Road, Powhatan, VA 23139.

What To Bring: Please bring something to write with (i.e. pencil, pen, or markers) and something to write on (i.e. blank paper or a sketchbook). You may also want to bring a collapsible chair to sit on while recording your observations outside. 

Register here to let us know you're coming. We will contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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