Workshops
Nature Journaling Workshop
Full Day - Getting Started On Your Nature Journaling Journey
The full-day Nature Journaling workshops are designed for participants who want to embark on their own nature journaling journey. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop will equip you with the essential tools and techniques to start documenting your experiences in nature with confidence.
During this immersive workshop, participants will:
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Learn the basics of nature journaling, including how to observe and record the natural world around you.
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Discover various journaling techniques to help you effectively capture your observations, from sketches to written reflections, etc.
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Explore creative methods for translating your senses into journal entries, using tools like drawing, writing, and math to bring nature to life on the page.
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Gain insights into how to overcome the inner critic that often inhibits creativity, with practical tips to help you approach journaling with a mindset of exploration and freedom.
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Develop a personalized journaling practice that fits your style and enhances your connection to nature.
By the end of the day, participants will have the skills and confidence to continue their nature journaling practice on their own, whether at home, in the park, or on their next outdoor adventure. Join us to slow down, observe, and connect with nature in a mindful and creative way.
School Programs
Introduction to Nature Journaling
2-Hour Hands on Workshop for Grades K-8
Each interactive 2-hour workshop is thoughtfully tailored to the developmental level and curriculum needs of each specific grade. Using the INIWIRMO framework (I Notice, I Wonder, It Reminds Me Of), students are guided through the art of nature journaling in a way that is engaging, age-appropriate, and meaningful.
In addition to being customized for each grade, every workshop is designed with a specific science curriculum focus, ensuring strong connections to key concepts such as life systems, earth and space, environmental impacts, or scientific inquiry—depending on the grade level.
Through hands-on exploration, students will:
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Notice the details of their environment, observing the small and subtle wonders of the natural world.
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Wonder about what they see, asking thoughtful questions and cultivating curiosity.
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Reflect by connecting their observations to personal memories, emotions, or broader ideas.
Each session provides students with the foundational tools and creative inspiration to begin or deepen their nature journaling journey. By the end of the workshop, every learner will have a personal journal filled with rich observations, insights, and a stronger connection to the outdoors.
All programs are aligned with the Ontario Curriculum.
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8 Week Nature Journaling Session
Hands on Workshop for Grades 4-8
This progressive 8-week program is carefully designed to support students at every grade level, with each workshop tailored to align with their developmental stage and curriculum expectations. Through guided nature journaling activities, drawing, writing, inquiry, and reflection, students gradually build and refine their skills week by week.
Each session introduces a new focus, allowing students to progressively expand their observational abilities, scientific thinking, and creative expression. The program integrates science, mathematics, language, visual arts, social studies, and geography, offering a rich, cross-curricular experience rooted in exploration and curiosity.
For students in Grades 6–8, the program culminates in a meaningful stewardship project that encourages environmental responsibility and empowers them to apply their learning through action. This final activity gives students an opportunity to reflect on their role in protecting and sustaining the natural world.
These workshops foster a deep, lasting connection to nature while nurturing wonder, mindfulness, and creativity. Whether it's a one-time introduction or a full 8-week journey, students leave with the tools and confidence to continue nature journaling independently.
All programs are aligned with the Ontario Curriculum.
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Additional Workshops
Professional Development
Full Day for Formal & Informal Educators
The Professional Development workshops are designed for educators eager to integrate Nature Journaling and environmental education into their teaching practice. This immersive training provides teachers with the tools, strategies, and confidence to effectively incorporate nature journaling into their classrooms.
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Learn the fundamentals of Nature Journaling, including how to observe, document, and reflect through words, pictures and numbers to deepen students’ connection to nature.
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Discover how to seamlessly integrate Nature Journaling into a variety of subjects such as science, language arts, math and social studies.
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Gain practical tools to foster mindful observation, creative expression, and critical thinking in students of all ages.
Additional workshops are also available, featuring Project WILD, Below Zero, and Project WET. Throughout these workshops, educators will:
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Explore Project WILD, Below Zero, and Project WET Canada: three internationally recognized environmental education programs that focus on wildlife conservation, water education, and climate change. Teachers will gain hands-on strategies to use these resources.
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Receive a comprehensive toolkit with resources, lesson plans, and activity ideas that educators can immediately implement in the classroom or outdoor settings.
These workshops are ideal for educators in formal and informal learning environments, including schools, nature centers, and outdoor education programs. By the end of the session, educators will be equipped to inspire students to engage deeply with the environment, think critically about environmental issues, and develop a love for learning through outdoor exploration.
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Speaking Engagements & Mini Workshops
Duration: 30 minutes – 2 hours
Discover the benefits of nature journaling and learn simple ways to get started in this engaging and inspiring session. This offering is perfect for introducing participants to the power of observation, curiosity, and creativity through nature-based reflection.
The session can be tailored in length and content to suit your audience—whether you're hosting a conference, running a professional development session, planning a community event, or looking to inspire educators or staff.
Ideal For:
Schools · Libraries · Environmental Organizations · Corporate Wellness Events · Community Groups · Nature-Based Conferences
Let’s spark curiosity and connection with the natural world—one journal page at a time.
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Custom Workshops
Duration: Customizable
Workshops can be customized to fit your preferred duration and tailored to include the specific curricular elements or themes you’d like to cover. Whether you're looking for a one-time experience or a multi-session program, we can adapt the workshop to meet the unique needs of your students and learning goals.
Workshops are also available for high school classes, with content and activities adjusted to support deeper inquiry, critical thinking, and subject-specific expectations across disciplines.
Let’s work together to design a nature journaling experience that aligns with your vision and inspires your students.
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